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Springfield ready to return to self-governance, Mayor Domenic ... - The Republican
Allan W. Blair, president and chief executive officer of the Economic Development Council of Western Massachusetts, said he is confident the will is there for local leaders to continue the trend of fiscal stability. Sarno's stated confidence in ...Read Full Article -
Springfield's NBA D-League team to announce name, logo
Springfield's NBA Development League team will announce it's team name, logo and colors on June 30 in a ceremony at the MassMutual Center in downtown Springfield. The event is open to the public. Springfield's NBA Development League team will reveal ...Read Full Article -
Mercy Medical Center unveils upgraded units
The wing is designed for intermediate care patients who are seriously ill and need close monitoringRead Full ArticleMentions: Springfield -
State budget to spur service, job cuts
The speaker said it is impossible to balance the budget with tax and fee increases alone.Read Full Article -
Massachusetts Life Sciences Initiative promise not yet fulfilled
State investment in life sciences has been called an 'economic engine' for the commonwealth's economy.Read Full Article -
Local realtor Robet Molta buys Pioneer Valley Carlson franchise
Longtime local realtor Molta plans to grow the firm which currently has 100 agents.Read Full Article -
Taste of Amherst with 21 eateries on Town Common runs through Sunday
CHRISTOPHER EVANS Daniel R. Carey shares dessert with Melissa S. Kwiecinski as Bryan R. Sojkowski and Shannon M. Seguin look on Saturday at the 18th Annual Taste of Amherst on the Town Common. All are Easthampton residents. CHRISTOPHER EVANSAgawam...Read Full Article -
Legislature OKs 25% sales tax boost
The governor said he would veto the increase in the sales tax unless legislators OK a bill to overhaul the state's ethics laws.Read Full Article -
Jobless rate trails nation's - The Republican
But 2008 was a record year for home foreclosures in Hampden County with 1040 completed mortgage foreclosures, up 41.7 percent compared with the 734 foreclosures in 2007. The previous record of 818 was set in 1997. Last month in Hampshire County, ...Read Full Article -
Greenfield downtown plan eyed - The Republican
Pyers, a former Ludlow resident, previously was director of marketing for the Economic Development Council of Western Massachusetts. He has run RP & Associates since June 2007. "I am pleased that I could convince such a credentialed professional to ...Read Full Article -
Holyoke computer center chosen for hydropower and proximity to water
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Northampton poised to add open space
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Plan to demolish part of former Asylum nightclub building wins praise from Springfield business leaders
The building closed in 2004 after a nightclub there was cited as a public safety hazard.Read Full Article -
New economic study ranks Springfield near middle of 100 largest metropolitan areas in U.S.
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Springfield gives developer of former Hooters building tax break based on pledge to attract 120 jobs
The tax reduction for the building at 60 Congress St. will continue over 10 years.Read Full Article -
Approval of $2 million Prop. 2½ override eases threat of layoffs in Northampton
The schools would have lost nearly 17 teaching positions if the override had not been approved.Read Full ArticleMentions: Northampton -
EDC posts 'It's Your Move' promotional video for Western Massachusetts
Check out a new video promoting the benefits of Western Massachusetts for young professionals.Read Full ArticleMentions: Springfield -
Satellite television companies fight Mass. plan for 5% tax on dish customers
TV providers are arguing whether the proposed tax treats cable and satellite users alike.Read Full ArticleMentions: Amherst -
Holyoke officials welcome plans for The Decemberists concert at Mountain Park, although permits still needed
The group is scheduled to perform on Aug. 16., according to an announcement posted on the Iron Horse Entertainment Group's Web site.Read Full Article -
Proposed Greenfield biomass plant hits stiff opposition
The proposed Greenfield plant would burn 500,000 tons of wood annually to produce electricity.Read Full Article -
Proposed ordinances require contractors to use Springfield workers on city jobs
In addition to requiring at least 35 percent of the jobs on municipal projects to go to city residents, the proposed ordinances would require 20 percent of the jobs go to minorities and 5 percent to women.Read Full ArticleMentions: Springfield -
Home sales prices inch up in Pioneer Valley
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Gov. Patrick hedges on funding WMass office in Springfield
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