Business Development

Liberty Bank turned 200 on May 4. Founded in 1825, the bank is committed to supporting the communities it serves. Since its inception in 1997, Liberty Bank Foundation has awarded more than $21 million in grants to nonprofit organizations throughout the bank’s market area, and employees volunteer their time in the community. Now, in celebration…

More than $420,000 worth of grants is helping to support local summer programs in Springfield. 16 local summer programs in the city are to benefit from this funding. The Jewish Community Center will be part of hosting some of the summer programs. Officials like Mayor Domenic Sarno and the Springfield Public School Superintendent gathered there…

Western New England University (WNE) announced the appointment of Michael Alexander as interim president, effective July 1. A seasoned leader in higher education with a proven record of innovation and student-centered progress, Alexander brings more than 16 years of presidential experience and a deep commitment to academic excellence and affordability. Alexander served as president of…

Springfield WORKS, a community initiative of the Western Massachusetts Economic Development Council (EDC), and United Way Pioneer Valley hosted a celebration for the program on June 5th. The program offers personalized coaching on finance, employment, and career growth. Each participant receives a monthly bridge payment based on their estimated cliff effect impact, with a $10,000…

After 37 years at 22News, our longtime 22News Anchor Rich Tettemer is retiring. Rich’s career in broadcasting began back in January 1984 as a videotape editor at WFLA in Tampa, Florida. He then went on to become a Weekend Sports Anchor at KODE-TV in Joplin, Missouri. Rich joined the 22News team on April 18, 1988,…

Elms College will host its eighth annual Executive Leadership Breakfast with Charles D’Amour, executive chairman of Big Y Supermarkets, as the keynote speaker on Wednesday, June 11 at 8 a.m. in the Mary Dooley College Center. D’Amour’s talk, titled “Legacy, Resilience, and Adaptability: Guiding a Family Business,” will share insights from his leadership journey and…

The Springfield Regional Chamber will host its newly named Springfield Regional Chamber Spotlight and Annual Meeting: Recognizing the People Behind the Progress on Wednesday, June 11 from 5 to 7:30 p.m. at MGM Springfield. The evening will provide an opportunity to reflect on the chamber’s recent accomplishments, honor community members, and look toward the future.…

This symposium will offer perspectives from the federal level, provide viewpoints from the business community and from a public policy expert. Building housing and creating livable communities requires collaboration, vision and advocacy. This event will begin a conversation around how we all can play a role building communities that thrive. For more information or to…

Six Flags New England opened its gates for the 2025 season on April 6. This year, the park will debut its 12th coaster, Quantum Accelerator; a variety of park enhancements, including new food offerings; and an event series. The park will operate the weekend of April 12-13, then launch spring break hours daily from April…

When it comes to why people jump ship to a new job, a fatter paycheck often steals the spotlight. But dig a little deeper, and it’s clear that salary isn’t the whole story. Benefits like health insurance, paid time off, or even quirky extras like free snacks can tip the scales just as much. In…