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13/06/2025

Check out episode 75 of Government Matters!

Join Government Matters host G. Michael Dobbs in a great discussion with the Executive Director of the Springfield Library Foundation (SLF) Matthew Blumenfel...

13/06/2025

Join Government Matters host G. Michael Dobbs in a great discussion with the Executive Director of the Springfield Library Foundation (SLF) Matthew Blumenfel...

04/06/2025

FOCUS Springfield covered an important press conference with Mayor Domenic J. Sarno, City Councilor Maria Perez, City Councilor Malo Brown, Health and Human Services (HHS) Commissioner Helen Caulton-Harris, Cannabis Compliance Coordinator Xavier Williams, City Solicitor Stephen Buoniconti, and the Springfield Police Department to announce a new ordinance aimed to crackdown on the dangerous and illegal ‘Gas Station W**d’ that is targeting our youth and putting the public health of all our residents at risk.

Springfield, MA – Mayor Domenic J. Sarno and City Councilor Maria Perez joined with Healthand Human Services (HHS) Commissioner Helen Caulton-Harris, Deputy ...

30/05/2025

Congratulations... Or as we say at FOCUS: "ConGraduation" to the graduating class of 2025! STCC and the Springfield Community is proud of your remarkable work and resilience to reach this significant milestone. Enjoy a bright Future!

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29/05/2025

Worth reading. We all want to help wildlife we encounter. They appear to be “lost.” animals”. Please read the article from those who know better than most of us. Whether it’s a bird, a baby deer or anything else, it’s often worth leaving animals where we find them

The statement came after the zoo learned of three instances where someone came across a white-tailed deer fawn and disturbed it

23/05/2025

https://youtu.be/7QJxWFM2qFk?si=FbLQZFkD0ddO3n6u Mark your calendars for the World's Largest Pancake Breakfast on a Saturday in May 2026. Check out this year's awesome event to see what you missed. Nice work Spirit of Springfield!

The World’s Largest Pancake Breakfast, sponsored by MGM Springfield, was held Saturday, May 17, 2025, on Main Street from State Street to Bridge Street. The...

20/05/2025

Mark your calendars Friends! July 11 & 12 for the Springfield Jazz & Roots Festival 2025 for amazing FREE Jazz & Roots Music, Art, Food, Fun & cold beverages. Meet some new friends and find new music for your Summer Soul!

19/05/2025

Today's recording of Government Matters. Episode 74 features a great discussion with Congressman Richard E. Neal and Host Mike Dobbs. Tune in to learn more about federal legislation, tariffs, what's happening w/regards to Medicare, Medicaid and a wide range of issues from Washington D.C.

Recorded on May 19, 2025

16/05/2025

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At a press conference on Friday, May 16 at 10 a.m. local businessman and philanthropist Bob Bolduc joined with Springfield Public Schools to announce a full array of free arts programs for Springfield middle and high school students, hosted by the new Hope Center for the Arts. All programs are in collaboration with the Springfield Public Schools. The event took place at the nonprofit’s newly renovated performing arts facility at 150 Bridge Street, formerly known as CityStage.

Hope for Youth & Families, a non-profit founded by the former Pride owners, has transformed the former theatre into a stunning Center for the Arts for Springfield youth. This summer, the nonprofit also plans to provide free meals to children across the community.

In addition to launching this Center for the Arts, Hope for Youth also operates an innovative reading program that has garnered national attention for its success in improving youth literacy, and college assistance and family engagement programs.

The summer arts programs will host 500 Springfield middle and high school students from July 7 through August 1. It will offer a wide range of creative opportunities that include music, dance, song, acting, creative writing, painting and drawing, A/V & media arts technology, and photography.

Applications for Springfield middle and high school students are available at the organization’s website at www.hyff.org.

“Programs like this are not just about fun,” said Bob Bolduc, Founder. “They’re about unlocking potential, giving teens a safe space to experiment, learn and grow, and providing experiences that can change lives.”

Springfield Public Schools Superintendent Dr. Sonia Dinnall added: “This program aligns with our mission to empower students through education and opportunity. We are excited about the artistic opportunities Hope for Youth and Families is unlocking for our youth in a space reimagined just for them.”

Springfield School Committee member Joesiah Gonzalez said: “As a School Committee member—and as someone who grew up in this city—I’m proud to see education advocates like Bob Bolduc investing in a space where our kids can express themselves, feel safe, and build skills that last a lifetime.”

Hope for Youth and Families is a Springfield-based nonprofit organization dedicated to strengthening families and creating pathways to success for youth through transformative programming, education, and opportunity. Its growing portfolio of services includes arts education, reading interventions, college assistance, family engagement, food access programs, and community enrichment initiatives aimed at assisting Springfield youth and families to achieve their goals.

Media Contact: Bob Bolduc

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