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Springfield College football focused on details under winning coach Cerasuolo
SPRINGFIELD — Mike Cerasuolo, a seasoned and dynamic coach with a proven track record of winning, is set to begin his 22nd season at Springfield College, and his eighth as head coach of the football program. With a career record of 54-22 (.711%), Cerasuolo has established himself as a...
Your ZIP code may determine your dementia diagnosis, study finds
Imagine: You and your sister are 66-year-old twins on Medicare who share the same family history of Alzheimer’s disease, making an early diagnosis critical for long-term planning and preventive health care. Since Medicare provides coverage for a cognitive screening as part of each year’s wellness visit, you believe that diagnosis, if needed, will occur.
Former AG’s Office attorney claims wrongful termination in lawsuit
A longtime former employee of the Attorney General’s Office in Springfield is suing the state agency for wrongful termination, claiming his supervisors discriminated and retaliated against him. Bart Q. Hollander, who worked for the Attorney General’s Office for over two decades, alleged in a complaint filed Monday in Hampshire...
Two of Pioneer Valley's most competitive primaries come to a head in Springfield, Mass. Tuesday
-- WAMC: These are the waning days of the primary season. Early voting ends shortly, we haven't seen a whole lot in the way of debate, albeit one some may characterize as “spicy,” and challengers venturing into different parts of the city and county to get their names out.
Stop & Shop closes first of 8 Mass. stores slated to close by November
Just a little over month after announcing plans to close 32 “underperforming stores,” including eight in Massachusetts, Stop & Shop has shuttered the grocery chains first Massachusetts location. A sign was hung at the Newton store, located at 165 Needham St., announcing the location’s closure for Thursday, Aug....
Leeds man charged in connection with Ludlow church vandalism, police say
A 63-year-old man from Leeds has been charged in connection with a church vandalism on Aug. 23, according to the Ludlow Police Department. Officials’ investigation pointed to Robert Day, 63 of Leeds as the suspect who vandalized the Cathedral of Life Church on Central Street, police said. Day has...
Cross Country Begins Season at Ken O’Brien Minuteman Invite
AMHERST, Mass. – The Boston University cross country teams opened their season at the Ken O'Brien Minuteman Invite at UMass on Saturday. The men's squad finished third with 75 points and the women's squad finished fourth with 83 points. The Terriers went up against athletes from UMass, Northeastern and Central Connecticut to begin the 2024 slate. In the men's 6K, all five of BU's freshmen made their collegiate debut. Daniel Hruska led the Terriers with a time of 18:34.46 to come in fifth overall. James American Horse finished 10th in a time of 19:02.13 and was followed by Isaac Mahler...
Pittsfield Raises Overdose Awareness Flag
PITTSFIELD, Mass. — An overdose awareness flag was raised in front of City Hall for the first time on Thursday. Hosted by Berkshire Harm Reduction and the Berkshire Overdose Addiction Prevention Collaborative, around 50 community members marched from Allen Street to Park Square holding signs with phrases such as "Smash the stigma," and "Cool kids carry naloxone."
Hartford police investigate early morning shooting
HARTFORD, Conn. (WFSB) - Hartford police are investigating a shooting that occurred early Sunday morning. At approximately 3:01 a.m., officers were dispatched to St. Francis Hospital after receiving a report that a shooting victim had arrived for treatment. Upon arrival, police spoke with the victim, a man in his twenties,...
Last-minute talks avert transit strike in Springfield area
PVTA buses are picking up passengers this morning after a tentative agreement was struck just hours after union workers voted overwhelmingly Saturday to strike. The announcement came at 6:36 a.m., 14 hours after workers represented by Amalgamated Transit Union Local 448 voted overwhelmingly to strike the PVTA, shutting down bus service in the greater Springfield region.
Introducing Our New Superintendent of Schools
The Suffield Board of Education is pleased to announce the appointment of Matthew H. Dunbar as the new Superintendent of the Suffield Public Schools, effective July 1, 2024. Mr. Dunbar emerged as the unanimous choice based on his knowledge, extensive experience and potential for success in leading Suffield Public Schools. The Board was particularly impressed with his accomplishments in establishing collaborative partnerships, his leadership in staff development, his experience with budget and facility planning and his commitment to enhancing district communication.
Pen Pal Program Connects Students to Seniors
In an effort to bridge generations and foster meaningful connections in the community, Suffield Youth Services and the Suffield Senior Center are thrilled to announce the launch of the new Student to Senior Pen Pal Program. This initiative pairs Suffield students with senior citizens residing in town, creating an enriching exchange of experiences, ideas and friendship.
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