Amherst Chamber Continues Electric Outdoor Cinema Series
The Amherst Area Chamber of Commerce, in partnership with the Mill District as host and sponsor, and in association with the Amherst Cinema, UMassFive College Credit Union, and North Square Apartments is bringing the big screen to area residents with an electric outdoor cinema series that will continue on July 28 with A Hard Day’s…
Congressman Neal and Mayor Reichelt Celebrate American Rescue Plan Funding to West Springfield
Congressman Richard E. Neal, West Springfield Mayor Will Reichelt, members of the City Council, and cabinet heads gathered for a press conference Thursday to highlight the funds that West Springfield will receive from the American Rescue Plan. The Town of West Springfield is set to receive $2.8 million and the West Springfield Public Schools will…
Westfield State University Receives $1.5M Grant to Increase Healthcare Access
Westfield State University’s Department of Social Work has received a $1.5 million grant from the U.S. Health Resources and Services Administration (HRSA) for the Integrative Behavioral Health (IBH) Equity Project. The project builds a specialized workforce within rural, medically underserved areas as well as among diverse and historically marginalized populations to address the barriers identified by the Commonwealth of…
Gaming Commission Reports June Revenues; MGM’s Numbers Down from May
The Massachusetts Gaming Commission reported today that the month of June 2021 at MGM Springfield, Plainridge Park Casino (PPC), and Encore Boston Harbor generated approximately $84 million in Gross Gaming Revenue (GGR) for the Commonwealth. Breaking down the numbers, MGM Springfield generated $16.53 million in slot GGR and $3.67 million in table game GGR, for a total…
Daniel Burger Hired as Solar Product Engineer at OMG
Daniel Burger has joined OMG Roofing Products as a product engineer for the company’s solar business. In his newly created position, Berger is responsible for creating and managing technical support for rooftop solar and pipe support products, including product design, testing, and voice of customer feedback. He will also support product certification efforts with the…
Barone Takes the Helm at ERC5
East of the River Five Town Chamber of Commerce — has recently welcomed Grace Barone as its executive director. Barone is an experienced business development leader in senior living as well as a past small business owner of a successful bridal boutique for 17 years. Read the source article at BusinessWest
Fontaine Brothers Named General Contractor for Court Square Project
Springfield-based Fontaine Brothers has been named the general contractor for the long-awaited rehab of 31 Elm St. in Court Square into a 74-unit apartment complex. The announcement was made at a press conference at the site on Wednesday. Construction work on the $50 million project is expected to begin in the fourth quarter and take…
HNE Appoints New Chief Financial Officer
SPRINGFIELD — Health New England announced the recent appointment of Lisa Cohen to the role of vice president of Finance and Chief Financial Officer. In this position, Cohen is responsible for leading Health New England’s financial strategy, accounting, actuarial, underwriting and financial reporting, ensuring its ability to provide cost-effective health care coverage while maintaining high-quality…
Country Bank Recognizes President’s Platinum Recipients
WARE — Country Bank, a full-service financial institution serving central and Western Mass., announced the recipients of the 2020 President’s Platinum Award. The bank’s recognition program, “CB Shines”, encourages staff members to be on the lookout for co-workers who embody the bank’s corporate values of Integrity, Service, Teamwork, Excellence, and Prosperity (iSTEP). Read the source…
Bay Path Receives $2.9 Million Grants for Health Programs
EAST LONGMEADOW — Congressman Richard Neal announced Tuesday that Bay Path University will receive $2.9 million in federal grants for two health programs at the school. At a well-attended gathering at the school’s Philip H. Ryan Health Science Center, Neal announced that Bay path will receive two federal Health Resources and Services Administration (HRSA) grants.…
Eastern States Exposition to Host Big E Job Fair July 20
Eastern States Exposition (ESE) will stage a 2021 Big E Job Fair on July 20 from 10 a.m. to 1 pm in the café area of the Eastern States Farmers Market located near the Mallary Complex. The event is open to the public and is free of charge. Job-seekers will have the opportunity to network…
Springfield Regional Chamber Seeks Nominations for Super 60
The Springfield Regional Chamber (SRC) is seeking nominations for its annual Super 60 awards program. Marking its 31st year, Super 60 recognizes the success of the fastest-growing and privately-owned businesses in the region. The last awards ceremony took place in 2019, honoring winners from 21 communities across the region and representing all sectors of the…