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Free PVTA services through the end of 2022
The PVTA is providing free transit beginning Friday through the end of the year. A grant was provided in the state budget by the Massachusetts Department of Transportation to encourage customers to “Try Transit” by offering no-cost trips during the holiday season. No fares or passes are needed to ride PVTA bus or paratransit services…
Read MoreThe Essex in Holyoke turning into affordable housing
An affordable housing project in Holyoke was recently awarded a grant for $900,000 from the state. The Essex in Holyoke, located on the corner of Essex and Chestnut Streets, is a key part of what’s called the Library Commons Development Project, a project designed to bring safe, healthy, and affordable housing to the residents of…
Read MoreFormer Wilson’s Department Store in Greenfield to be redeveloped into mixed-income rentals and retail
Mixed-income rentals and retail will fill the former Wilson’s Department Store after it closed its doors in 2019, more than 130 years in business. Greenfield Mayor Roxann Wedegartner announced Wednesday that the downtown property, originally built in 1882, will be redeveloped into approximately 65 mixed-income rental homes and retail spaces through the relocation and expansion…
Read MoreProperty on Pinevale Street in Indian Orchard receives funding
The City of Springfield received funds to improve an area along Pinevale Street in Indian Orchard. Mayor Sarno and Chief Development Officer (CDO) Tim Sheehan announced Wednesday that the city has received an award of $100,000 from the Brownfields Redevelopment Fund from the Commonwealth of Massachusetts. Read the source article at WWLP 22 News Springfield
Read MoreLearn how to start a healthcare career at Springfield Technical Community College
Springfield Technical Community College (STCC) is hosted Allied Health Careers Exploration Night on Wednesday. This exploration night is an opportunity for anyone that is interested in becoming a healthcare professional, to learn more about STCC’s programs, and to see demonstrations with training equipment, according to a news release sent to 22News from STCC. The event…
Read MoreBreeze Airways Adding More Low-Fare Flights at Bradley International Airport
The Connecticut Airport Authority is pleased to announce that Breeze Airways, the Seriously Nice™ low-fare airline founded by aviation entrepreneur David Neeleman, is once again growing their presence at Bradley International Airport and will be launching new nonstop service to Raleigh Durham, NC, in February, 2023. In the new year, the airline will also return…
Read MoreGov. Baker signs $3.76 billion economic development bill
This past week, Governor Charlie Baker signed into law a $3.76 billion economic development bill. But what’s in it? This piece of legislation focuses on a number of broad aspects of economic development, investing in everything from health care to clean energy. The largest chunk will go toward healthcare facilities impacted by the pandemic: $850…
Read MoreUMass Amherst to Build UMass Service Workers Honor Pavilion, Funded by Major Gift
UMass Amherst has received a $7 million gift from an anonymous donor to build a UMass Service Workers Honor Pavilion, recognizing the vital contributions provided to the university community by these dedicated employees. The pavilion will be constructed on land adjacent to the Arthur F. Kinney Center for Renaissance Studies off East Pleasant Street. The…
Read MoreSuper 60 event recognizes growing companies in Springfield area
A ceremony recognizing dozens of Springfield area companies who’ve earned the respect and admiration of their fellow employers in Western Massachusetts took place on Thursday. Many hundreds of business people filled the banquet hall at the MassMutual Center in downtown Springfield. They came to honor the Super 60, as they’re called, companies whose growth and…
Read MoreThe Importance of Talent Optimization in Today’s Workforce
Mike Zani says creating a community is important for workplace culture. With 3.5% unemployment and a continuing recession, the pressure to build a collaborative, productive, and happy workplace is greater than ever. “We all benefit on the business side from productivity, engagement, and performance. But more importantly, for every person in this room and every…
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