by On Springfield | May 23, 2011 | On Springfield
Dang, Springfield’s River Walk takes a lot of abuse. And, unfortunately, I don’t just mean from the pounding feet and spinning bike tires of the people who take advantage of the 3.7 mile stretch of pavement that runs along the Connecticut River. First,...
by On Springfield | May 25, 2011 | On Springfield
It seems like such an innocuous, feel-good event for the city: a three-day, vintage car race in downtown Springfield, to celebrate both the city’s industrial heritage and the 375th anniversary of its founding. Where’s the controversy in that, you might...
by On Springfield | Jun 1, 2011 | On Springfield
Today’s Daily Hampshire Gazette has a great article about political fundraising in the Valley, including some intriguing information about who fills U.S. Rep. Richie Neal’s campaign war chest. The article, by Ben Storrow, focuses on Hampshire County, the...
by On Springfield | Jun 2, 2011 | On Springfield
When Mayor Domenic Sarno delivered his State of the City address back in February, his speech, as is customary, included a list of good news and accomplishments that have taken place under his administration. On that list: the success of a program that brings city...
by On Springfield | Jun 6, 2011 | On Springfield
Like a lot of people on this morning after the freak tornado hit the city, I’ve made my share of phone calls and sent my share of email messages to check in with Springfield friends and sources today. The gist of the messages: “Are you, and your family,...
