Abandoned Building Brewery Finds Its Place in the 413
Matt Tarlechi says many people assume that he found a home for his fledgling brewery and then attached a name that spoke to that location. Truth is, he and friends had long before settled on the name Abandoned Building for this venture — he’s from Philadelphia, and, apparently, there were a lot of abandoned buildings…
Court Square in Springfield receiving some renovations
Some renovations are underway at Court Square in downtown Springfield. These new renovations include some improved lighting, new sidewalks, and restoration of the center fountain. There will also be new landscaping, drainage, and electrical systems. On top of that, there be a new bike and bus shelter and an event plaza. This is all part…
West Side, Big E Are Focused on Milestones
Once the 17 days of the Big E Fair begin, Gene Cassidy settles into a routine he’s followed for years now. His day starts early, with a few minutes in his office in the Brooks Building, before he gets into a golf cart and proceeds to his ‘other office’ in the Hampden County building. Along…
Revitalize CDC to open new office and kick off capital campaign in Springfield
Revitalize Community Development Corporation (RCDC) will be holding a press conference on Wednesday to announce the purchase of a new office and kick off a Capital Campaign. This capital campaign is to support the construction of a new warehouse/distribution center at their site, according to a news release from RCDC. It will also help meet…
Amherst Area Chamber A+ Award Nominations Due Sept. 8
The Amherst Area Chamber of Commerce announced the return of its 43rd annual A+ Awards celebration to be held on Thursday, Nov. 16 at the UMass Student Union Ballroom, celebrating “Rooted in Community” in recognition of the region’s agricultural roots. Each year, the chamber bestows A+ Awards to individuals and organizations that enrich the life…
Empowering Minority and Women-Owned Contractors: Western Massachusetts E-Contractor Academy Unveils Fall 2023 Curriculum
The Emerald Cities Collaborative (ECC), in partnership with the Pioneer Valley Planning Commission (PVPC) and the Western Mass Economic Development Council (EDC), is pleased to announce the launch of the Western Massachusetts E-Contractor Academy’s Fall 2023 curriculum. This innovative program aims to enhance the capacity of Minority and Women-Owned Business Enterprises (MWBEs) in climate-critical trades…
Equity in the 413: Western Massachusetts Racial Equity Summit
Invitation to Equity in the 413: Western Massachusetts Racial Equity Summit, a day-long convening that the Community Foundation of Western Massachusetts has been developing with the Western Mass Economic Development Council and several local partners. Equity in the 413 will support relationship-building across several industry areas on the topic of equity in the workplace. Attendees…
Maybury Material Handling, Community Action Pioneer Valley Win HNE Well Worth It Award
Health New England has awarded Maybury Material Handling of East Longmeadow and Community Action Pioneer Valley of Greenfield its Well Worth It Award, Gold designation, for outstanding employee-wellness programs. Maybury Material Handling provides industrial products and services to manufacturing, distribution, and warehousing customers. Community Action Pioneer Valley is a not-for-profit that helps those with low…
Business leaders attended training program in Springfield
Business leaders and Mayor Domenic Sarno attended the Inner City Capital Connections (ICCC) Western MA Program at the MassMutual Center on Tuesday. The ICCC is a tuition-free leadership training program that helps owners of small businesses build capacity for long-term growth, according to the City of Springfield. The program is sponsored by the Massachusetts Growth…
Community Music School of Springfield Receives $10,000 Grant From New York Life
Community Music School of Springfield (CMSS), which provides accessible, affordable music education, has been awarded a $10,000 Community Impact Grant from New York Life. The grant will support the Adaptive Music Program (AMP), which connects music education and special education to improve students’ lives, impacting their social/emotional, academic, and artistic development. “We are grateful for…
Monson Savings Bank Supports Springfield Business Improvement District
Dan Moriarty, Monson Savings Bank president and CEO, recently met with Samantha Savoie, Marketing & Creative Services project manager at the Springfield Business Improvement District (SBID), and Michelle Grout, SBID executive director, to present them with a $4,000 contribution in support of SBID’s mission. “Monson Savings is grateful to be a part of the Springfield…
Food Bank of Western Massachusetts begins operating in Chicopee soon
The Food Bank of Western Massachusetts has begun the process of moving into a new location! Preparations are underway this week with the new facility set to become operational on September 6th. The Food Bank of Western Massachusetts has been fighting hunger throughout the region for the past 40 years. Demand has only grown… leading…