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SPRINGFIELD — Dietz & Company Architects announced that Jie Chen, AIA has completed the Architectural Registration Examination and met all of the requirements for architectural licensure in the Commonwealth of Massachusetts.

Chen joined Dietz & Company in 2017 as an architectural associate upon graduating with her master of architecture degree from UMass Amherst. Since then, she has grown within the company and shown her talent and enthusiasm working on a variety of projects in the hospitality, public, and multi-family housing sectors. Now as a licensed architect, she has been promoted from her role as architectural staff to the position of architect.

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BOSTON — Cambridge College has launched a master of business administration (MBA) degree program taught in Spanish for learners looking to delve into the rigor and complexity of graduate-level business courses in their native language.

The MBA in Spanish is a 36-credit program delivered completely online. It can be completed in 18 months, with students devoting their focus to just one course per five-week session.

“Our MBA in Spanish represents our ongoing commitment to meet the needs of the diverse working adults we serve and provide them with another option for accessing a valuable and practical education,” said Santiago Mendez-Hernandez, director of the program. “For so many of our students who work, parent, and are living busy lives, the ability to do graduate work in Spanish enables them to get more out of the material and the experience of being in graduate school.”

As of 2021, it was estimated that 2.6 million Spanish speakers have recently (within the past five years) immigrated to the U.S.; 27% of them have bachelor’s degrees, compared to 37.7% of the entire U.S. population.

“These learners bring knowledge, experience, and a multicultural perspective to the business world, and they are motivated to advance their careers,” Mendez-Hernandez said. “This is an additional, accessible resource that helps them engage deeply, take a lead in classroom collaborations, and ultimately apply their backgrounds to taking on leadership roles in growing businesses.”

Being multilingual an important asset in the global business sector. According to a recent survey by Schwartz Insurance and reported by the Financial Post, bilingual or multilingual employees, particularly those who speak Spanish, earn 5% to 20% more than their monolingual colleagues.

In addition to all coursework being conducted in Spanish, Cambridge College also provides support and advising in Spanish. The MBA in Spanish program is currently accepting applications, and fall-term classes begin Sept. 2.

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HADLEY — During the month of May, the Hadley, Northampton, and Springfield Mercy Medical Center branches of UMassFive College Federal Credit Union are holding a personal-care items drive to benefit the pantries of the Amherst Survival Center, Northampton Survival Center, and the Gray House. Items collected will be provided, for free, to neighbors in need.

“We know that the economy has created challenges for many families in balancing how they will afford basic needs like food with other basic needs like personal-care items,” said Cait Murray, Community Outreach manager at UMassFive. “Our goal in supporting the personal-care pantries of these organizations is to help ensure our neighbors don’t have to make those impossible choices.”

UMassFive welcomes the community to drop off donations of unopened shampoo and conditioner, shaving supplies, deodorant, toothpaste, toothbrushes, toilet paper, baby diapers, menstrual products, bed and bladder pads, and adult incontinence briefs through May 31. Items can be full, travel, or hospitality sized, and may be dropped off at 200 Westgate Center Dr., Hadley; 225 King St., Northampton; or 233 Carew St. (Rehabilitation Building, Room 110), Springfield.

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EASTHAMPTON — On April 19, Legacy Counsellors, P.C. celebrated 30 years in business with a celebration at Springfield Country Club. In attendance were the firm’s two partners, Kevin Quinn and Michael Gove, as well as Legacy’s attorneys and support staff, clients, and professional partners such as CPAs, financial advisors, bankers, real-estate agents, and more.

Everyone celebrated with drinks and hors d’oeuvres, a slideshow of the firm’s memorable moments, raffle prizes, and a speech from Quinn, the firm’s founder. Also during the event, Quinn launched his new book, titled Everyone You Love, Everything You Have.

Legacy Counsellors, P.C. is an estate-planning and real-estate law firm with offices in Easthampton, Ludlow, Amherst, Sturbridge, and Northampton, as well as Bloomfield, Conn. It offers services such as estate planning, real-estate transactions and landlord representation, supplemental needs planning, elder law, Medicaid planning, and more.

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HOLYOKE — Representatives from Holyoke Community College (HCC) and the Springfield-based nonprofit I Found Light Against All Odds met on April 30 to sign a memorandum of understanding (MOU) to work together to increase educational and workforce training opportunities for young women at risk for homelessness.

HCC President George Timmons and Stefan Davis, CEO, president, and founder of I Found Light Against All Odds signed the agreement and offered brief remarks.

I Found Light Against All Odds provides support services for young women to help address social and economic issues that can lead to poverty and homelessness. Specifically, by signing this MOU, HCC and the foundation agreed to work together to develop support services for area women, age 18-20, to attain safe housing and career opportunities through education and training.

According to the MOU, Hampden County demonstrates a poverty rate of 16.9%, which is higher than the national average of 11.5%. Meanwhile, the poverty rates in Springfield and Holyoke are even higher at 25.5% and 26%, respectively. At the same time, research shows that many community-college students in Massachusetts experience hunger and/or homelessness, as well as other types of basic-needs insecurity that can serve as barriers to degree completion and thereby limit economic sustainability and mobility.

“From HCC, the foundation is looking to connect with our existing support services on the academic side — so, admissions, financial-aid counseling, career advising, and guidance on transferring from HCC to a four-year institution and just learning what kind of education and training is required for specific career pathways,” said Jeff Hayden, HCC’s vice president of Business and Community Services. “It’s a natural fit between an agency that works to support young women and a college, HCC, which is known for its wraparound support model.”

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SPRINGFIELD — Square One’s school-age childcare program received a $5,000 boost from Liberty Bank this week.

The funds will be used to enhance the experiences of Square One’s children, kindergarten through grade 5, who attend after-school and summer programming. Enhancements will include a partnership with Mass Audubon and educational and recreational field trips.

“Liberty Bank is excited to partner with Square One to deliver childcare and enrichment programs for children while offering the convenience and flexibility working parents need,” said David Glidden, Liberty Bank president and CEO and Liberty Bank Foundation president.

“Exposure to engaged learning opportunities and fun recreational experiences in a community-based setting is key to further advancing our future leaders. The enrichment activities Square One provides are important for enhancing students’ quality of life when school is out and giving them the skills they need to grow into successful adults. This partnership could not align better with our promise to ‘be community kind’ and to invest in local programs.”

Kristine Allard, vice president of Development & Communication for Square One, added that “experiential learning is a key component of our curriculums and our mission to position all children for long-term success. We are so grateful to our friends at Liberty Bank for supporting us in this important work and very excited for the new experiences that our children will enjoy with this wonderful gift.”

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GREENFIELD — Real Pickles, a worker cooperative based in Greenfield, has won a Good Food Award for its organic sauerkraut. The winners were announced on April 29 at the historic Portland Center Stage at the Armory in Portland, Oregon. Real Pickles co-op members Kristin Howard and Katie Korby received the award at the ceremony celebrating 218 of America’s best food crafters.

In operation since 2001, Real Pickles produces organic, fermented vegetables, including sauerkraut, kimchi, dill pickles, and other traditional pickled foods. The co-op buys more than 450,000 pounds of certified organic produce each year, exclusively from Northeast family farms. The organic green cabbage used in the winning recipe was grown by area farms, including Atlas Farm in South Deerfield and Harlow Farm in Westminster, Vt.

“We’re so proud to receive this award,” said Howard, general manager of Real Pickles. “Producing food that is both delicious and grown in our region is at the core of Real Pickles’ mission, and we’re honored to be recognized by the Good Food Foundation alongside producers nationwide who have similar values.”

Other winners from New England include Stoneman Brewery in Colrain, Tavernier Chocolates in Brattleboro, Vt., and Champlain Orchards in Shoreham, Vt.

The winners rose to the top in a tasting of 1,650 entries, then passed a rigorous vetting to confirm they meet Good Food Awards standards regarding ingredient sourcing and environmentally sound agricultural practices. In addition to purchasing from Northeast organic farms and distributing its products only within the Northeast region, Real Pickles’ commitment to sustainability includes operating out of an energy-efficient, solar-powered facility.

Real Pickles products are sold at more than 700 retail outlets in the Northeast, including Green Fields Market and River Valley Co-op in Massachusetts, Kimberton Whole Foods stores in Pennsylvania, Westerly Natural Market in New York, Whole Foods Market locations, and area farmstands and restaurants.

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SPRINGFIELD — Junior Achievement of Western Massachusetts (JAWM) held its annual EnTEENpreneur Challenge, a Shark Tank-like entrepreneurial pitch contest, on April 25 at the UMass Amherst Center at Springfield in Tower Square.

Individual students or teams pitched their products to a judging panel consisting of representatives from sponsoring organizations. Each team had two minutes to convince the panel to fund their company. At the end of the competition, two students from Pathfinder Tech emerged victorious with their team, Dread Horror Depot.

“During this event, students gain valuable skills, using JA learning experiences, including creating a business plan, developing a product, and pitching,” said Amie Miarecki, JAWM president. “It’s thrilling to see the passion and pride they put into their pitches; the competition was fierce. We are impressed with the efforts of these entrepreneurs and congratulate the winners.”

Second place was awarded to a student from Putnam Vocational, and third place went to another student from Pathfinder Tech. Recognition was also given to students with the Most Innovative Booth and the Best Tradeshow Booth, as well as five Realistic Standout Awards sponsored by standouttruck.com and Realistic CEO.

First prize is $500 in prize money and a scholarship to Elms College, second prize is $350 in prize money, and third prize is $250 in prize money. The judging panel included Tracey Alves-Lear of Baystate Financial, Terrell Joyner of Financial Guide, Mychal Connolly of Stand Out Truck, Wesley Days of UMass Amherst Center at Springfield, and Sarah Sargent of Valley Community Development. Sponsoring organizations included the UPS Store, Savage Arms, UMass Amherst Center at Springfield, standouttruck.com, and Realistic CEO.

The winning student teams that have a ready-for-sale product to showcase are eligible to submit their plan to the JA USA National Student Leadership Summit held annually in Washington, D.C.

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SPRINGFIELDBusinessWest, the Business Journal of Western Mass., recently unveiled its 40 Under Forty class of 2024, the 18th compilation of rising stars in the regional business community.

The class of 2024, its diversity, and its individual and collective accomplishments will be celebrated at the annual 40 Under Forty Gala on Thursday, June 20 at the MassMutual Center in Springfield. Also during the program, the winner of the annual Alumni Achievement Award, created in 2015 to recognize the 40 Under Forty honoree who has most impressively built upon his or her track record of success in business and in service to the community, will be announced.

About 110 unique nominations were received for this year’s class, with entries scored by a panel of five judges who weighed everything from career accomplishments to involvement in the community. Those with the 40 highest scores made the list.

Members of the class of 2024 represent virtually every sector of the economy. While many are professionals working for area companies large and small, several members of this class are true entrepreneurs, launching their own business or nonprofit agency.

Profiles of each winner can be read in the April 29 issue or at businesswest.com/40-under-forty/40underforty. The members of the 40 Under Forty class of 2024 are:

  • Shirley Arriaga, State Representative, 8th Hampden District
  • Lev BenEzra, Executive Director, Amherst Survival Center
  • Kara Bombard, Marketing Manager, Performance Foodservice
  • Dalila Cardona, Chief Operating Officer, YWCA of Western Massachusetts
  • Sean Dolan, General Manager, MassMutual Center
  • Nikai Fondon, Founder and Host, She Did That! Podcast
  • Chris Freeman, Executive Director, the Parlor Room Collective
  • Shannon Glenn, Academic Coordinator, Gateway to College at Holyoke Community College
  • Scott Gomes-Ganhao, Vice President, Regional Manager, PeoplesBank
  • Chrismery Gonzalez, Head of the Office of Health and Racial Equity, City of Springfield
  • Joesiah Gonzalez, Chief Philanthropy & Communications Officer, Home City Development
  • Stephen Holstrom, Partner, Bulkley Richardson
  • Nicole Kerrigan, Vice President, V&F Auto Inc.
  • Mariah Kurtz, Owner, Kurtz Consulting
  • Juan Latorre III, Principal Radio Frequency Engineer, Verizon
  • Joe Lepper, Senior Community Responsibility Consultant, MassMutual
  • Joshua Lively, President, Lively Builders Inc.
  • Kenny Lumpkin, Owner, Dewey’s Jazz Lounge and All American Bar, Grill & Patio
  • Tiffany Cutting Madru, Founder, Analytics Labs
  • Tim McCarthy, Executive Director, Craig’s Doors
  • Chelsea McGrath, Director of Operations and Finance, Revitalize Community Development Corp.
  • Jennifer McGrath, Director of Philanthropy and Community Engagement, MGM Springfield
  • Natalie Mercado, CEO, Sweetera & Co.
  • Ally Montemagni, Social Media Manager, Baystate Health
  • Payton North, Executive Editor, Reminder Publishing
  • Kate O’Brien-Scott, Chief of Staff and General Counsel, Town of West Springfield
  • Yhidda Ocasio, Director of Youth, Violence Prevention, and Court Support Programs, YWCA of Western Massachusetts
  • Paulette Piñero, CEO, Unstoppable Latina LLC
  • Shavon Prophet, Founder and Principal, BroadLeaf Advisors
  • Jenna Rahkonen, President, Iron-Lift LLC
  • Mischa Roy, Owner, Spill the Tea Sis
  • Tiffany Rufino, Youth Mental Health Coalition Manager, Public Health Institute of Western Massachusetts
  • Media Sehatzadeh, Chief Dam Safety Engineer, FirstLight
  • Jennifer Sharrow, Associate Attorney, Bacon Wilson, P.C.
  • Laura Shaw, Tax Collector, City of Holyoke
  • Kayla Sheridan, Marketing Director, TommyCar Auto Group
  • Stephanie Slysz, Human Resources Manager, RepresentUs
  • Jordana Starr, President, Western Mass Rabbit Rescue
  • Vilenti Tulloch, CEO, Academic Leadership Assoc.
  • Jen Walts, Owner, Wind & Water Doula Care

 

40 Under Forty is presented by PeoplesBank and sponsored by Live Nation, Mercedes-Benz of Springfield, Mercy Medical Center/Trinity Health, and Isenberg School of Management at UMass Amherst. The Alumni Achievement Award is presented by Health New England.

The 40 Under Forty Gala, on June 20 at the MassMutual Center in Springfield, will begin at 5 p.m. with networking and opportunities to meet this year’s honorees. There will be entertainment, butlered hors d’oeuvres, a plated dinner, and more networking opportunities.

Tickets to this sellout event cost $125 each, with reserved tables of 10 available. For more event details and to reserve tickets, visit businesswest.com/40-under-forty/40underforty.

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SPRINGFIELD — U.S. Rep. Richard Neal joined American International College (AIC) interim President Nicolle Cestero to announce a $1,050,000 earmark to launch a Center for Financial Literacy and Economic Development.

The allocation was made possible through congressionally directed spending from the Department of Housing and Urban Development. Neal included funding for this project in the FY 2024 spending bill that was signed into law by President Biden on March 9.

“As we close out Financial Literacy Month, I cannot think of a better way to highlight the importance of financial education and the role it plays in creating opportunities for personal economic growth. The funding announced today will help establish AIC’s Center for Financial Literacy and Economic Prosperity, an initiative that will uplift economically disadvantaged residents throughout the Springfield community,” Neal said.

“I would like to thank AIC for their longstanding commitment to continued efforts to provide educational opportunities to a diverse community. This center will give residents access to educational programs that would otherwise not be available, allowing them to develop the tools to make educated financial decisions and putting them on a path to economic success and independence.”

Cestero added that “this groundbreaking initiative underscores AIC’s dedication to improving the financial well-being of Springfield residents. The project aligns seamlessly with AIC’s values of accessibility and opportunity. This new center, ideally located on the AIC campus in the geographic heart of the city, will serve as a beacon of hope for our community. I would like to extend a special thank-you to Congressman Neal for his invaluable support in securing the crucial funding necessary for AIC to launch this endeavor.”

The Center for Financial Literacy and Economic Prosperity at AIC is a transformative initiative that will bolster the financial well-being of Springfield residents. Funding will support the rehabilitation of an AIC campus building to house the center, underscoring its commitment to community development. This project seeks to combat financial illiteracy and empower economically disadvantaged individuals and families in Springfield by providing comprehensive financial education, research, and outreach programs.

AIC’s longstanding dedication to accessibility and opportunity aligns seamlessly with the center’s mission to address economic disparities in the region. With the support of key stakeholders, including Springfield Mayor Dominic Sarno and the Springfield Housing Authority, the center will offer free, multilingual services focusing on education, research, and community engagement. By fostering financial empowerment and economic resilience, the Center for Financial Literacy and Economic Prosperity at AIC aims to catalyze economic development in Springfield and beyond, driving sustainable progress and prosperity for all.

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BELCHERTOWN — Dana Burton, scholarship chair for the Zonta Club of Quaboag Valley, announced that Veera Patel is this year’s Young Women in Public Affairs scholarship recipient.

Patel is a senior at Minnechaug Regional High School. She is president of the National Honor Society, plays on the girls’ varsity volleyball team, and is involved with Student Council, Key Club, International Club, and World Care Club. She also enjoys volunteering at community organizations and working with and mentoring youth in sports and social skill building.

Zonta’s mission is to build a better world for women and girls through service and advocacy. When asked about her thoughts on this mission, Patel noted that, while she is proud of her Indian culture and background, she is aware that the role of women in many Indian societies is secondary. “Through my leadership efforts here in America, my ambition is to inspire other females, not only Indian, to learn how to stand up for themselves and know their value.”

Looking forward, Patel would like to pursue the fields of business finance and law at Bryant University in Rhode Island.

The Young Women in Public Affairs Award recognizes young women, ages 16-19, for demonstrating leadership skills and commitment to public service and civic causes and encourages them to continue their participation in public and political life. As an awardee, Patel will be presented with a certificate of accomplishment and a check for $1,000 to use toward college expenses. She is also eligible to compete for the Zonta District 1 and Zonta International award of $5,000.

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NORTHAMPTON — Nonotuck Resource Associates Inc. announced a partnership with the Grievery, which has developed a grief-inclusive approach to care that promotes well-being in the workplace, headquartered in the Berkshires.

The Grievery’s workplace training offers tools to help leaders and teams connect more meaningfully through grief-informed practices in the face of loss, change, and transition. Together, they strive to create a space where employees can practice showing up for each other through life’s challenges with more skill and compassion.

This partnership is made possible by Nonotuck’s Wellness Initiative, which aims to strengthen the well-being of the Nonotuck community. The organization offers shared living, adult family care, and personalized day services for people with disabilities. Each service is inspired by the core values of mutuality of love, respect, and interdependence with choice, a voice, and the opportunity to live authentic lives. This mission is carried out by a committed and caring team of nurses, clinicians, care managers, program directors, administrative staff, direct support workers, placement specialists, community health workers, and the executive team.

Nonotuck Wellness Coordinator Jannelle Robinson helped facilitate the partnership with the Grievery’s founder, Rebecca Churt.

“Grief is an inherent part of human service work,” Robinson said. “We have been reminded of this poignantly, as we have lost many beloved members of our community in the past several years. Even though it is something we are all touched by in this field, it is not often directly addressed in the workplace. We have been reflecting on how we can strengthen our entire community so that we are able to hold grief as skillfully as possible. I see this partnership as an amazing opportunity to give our community much-needed skills and practice showing up for each other through life’s challenges with care and compassion.”

“So much of grief support is one-on-one, tended to in isolation — by oneself, with a therapist, or even via an app — but what supporting someone through grief asks for is anchoring them with a sense of community. That’s why we have created the Grievery @ Work, a thread of connectivity for people in the workplace,” Churt added. “We help places of work stitch the fabric of connection and belonging by normalizing and humanizing grief and educating all staff about how to tend to themselves and each other in skillful ways. Our educational and experiential workshops are designed to support practices that accommodate grieving employees. We are proud to partner with Nonotuck due to their longstanding commitment to community care.”

Nonotuck CEO and President George Fleischner said the partnership is another example of the organization’s longstanding commitment to health and wellness. “Nonotuck has already put other foundational well-being practices into place to address grief in the workplace, such as offering a unique and expanding bereavement leave, as well as providing counseling services. By partnering with the Grievery, we’re further creating a supportive work environment and implementing practices that accommodate grieving employees. Trainings such as this are essential for supporting employee well-being, maintaining engagement and connectivity, and strengthening a positive organizational culture.”

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Episode 211: April 29, 2024

BusinessWest Editor Joe Bednar talks with FCCDC Executive Director John Waite and Communications Director Kate Lawless

Franklin County Community Development Corp. (FCCDC) boasts a long history of stimulating the region’s economy in myriad ways, in particular providing business-development education, access to capital, and commercial office and manufacturing space, and it has done so through a robust array of programs. On the next episode of BusinessTalk, BusinessWest Editor Joe Bednar talks with FCCDC Executive Director John Waite and Communications Director Kate Lawless about how the organization’s mission has evolved with community needs, but the vision of a more vibrant Franklin County economy has not. It’s must listening, so tune in to BusinessTalk, a podcast presented by BusinessWest.

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HADLEY — UMassFive College Federal Credit Union announced new leadership for its board of directors. Jacqui Watrous has been elected as board chair, Ruth Yanka as board vice chair, and Jeremy Bentley as board secretary.

Watrous has served on the UMassFive board of directors for more than seven years, including most recently as board vice chair. Stepping into the board chair role, she noted that “I remain as ever passionate about the continued success of the credit union in achieving its financial goals and meeting member needs.”

Watrous holds a BBA in finance and an MBA from the Isenberg School of Management at UMass Amherst. Now retired, she previously worked at UMass Amherst for more than 30 years, having held a variety of positions in the finance and systems fields, including most recently the role of executive director of Administrative Systems in Finance.

Yanka has volunteered on UMassFive’s board for more than 12 years, serving in many capacities, including board member and secretary. Serving once again as UMassFive’s board vice chair, she is committed to the credit union’s mission of always putting members first, making a positive impact on their financial well-being, and practicing and promoting cooperative values.

Yanka holds a master’s degree in program administration from UMass Amherst and has served on the board of many nonprofit organizations in a variety of positions, from member to treasurer to president. Her work history responsibilities have always included operations, budget, and personnel. She currently holds the role of executive director, A&F Operations in Administration and Finance at UMass Amherst.

Bentley first joined the UMassFive board of directors in 2022, having previously served as a volunteer on the credit union’s asset and liability management committee when he moved to the area after completing his Ph.D. in accounting from Cornell University. As board secretary, he will continue to use his expertise to help the credit union grow in a responsible way that benefits members and the local community.

Bentley currently serves as a research foundation director for the Institute of Management Accountants and in multiple positions with the American Accounting Assoc. He is also the Richard Dieter & Susan Dieter faculty fellow and an associate professor at UMass Amherst, where he teaches financial and managerial accounting and examines how accounting systems change the way people think about and report on their performance.

With this transition in board leadership, Robert Harrison ends a decade-long tenure in the role of UMassFive board chair. He will continue serving as a board member of the credit union.

During his time as board chair, Harrison led the credit union on many major milestones and project implementations, including a change in executive leadership in 2017, when longtime president and CEO Kathy Hutchinson retired and was succeed by then-COO Rich Kump, who continues as president and CEO today. Most noteworthy is Harrison’s passion and vision for building a UMassFive Commercial Services department to support the local business community with financial advice and products.

In addition, Harrison oversaw several credit union expansions, which included a relocation of the Northampton Branch to a standalone facility on King Street, as well as the mergers of CUPS Federal Credit Union at Mercy Medical Center in Springfield and Northampton VAF Federal Credit Union in Leeds. Harrison also held the board chair role as UMassFive became a leader in solar- and green-energy financing in the state of Massachusetts, and furthered its support of local agriculture with a 10-year, $100,000 commitment to Community Involved in Sustaining Agriculture (CISA).

At the start of Harrison’s board chair tenure, UMassFive’s assets and membership stood at $385 million and 32,000, respectively. Today, the credit union boasts more than $700 million in assets and nearly 50,000 members.

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AMHERST — UMass Amherst’s Department of Food Science and Herrell’s Ice Cream announced that this year’s annual Ice Cream Product Development Competition will be held on Tuesday, May 7 from 3 to 5 p.m. at Furcolo Hall, Room 125 at 813 North Pleasant St., Amherst.

“The first 100 students to arrive will have the opportunity to try each and every flavor and vote for the People’s Choice Award,” said Charmaine Koo, instructor for the class. This year, the class is divided into four teams, all of which have been testing and experimenting with flavors, textures, and ingredients of all kinds.

The judging will be done by Herrell’s Ice Cream President and CEO Judy Herrell, and two of her management staff members. The criteria for judging includes texture, overrun, sustainability, olfactory, and taste. “This year’s teams have come up with unique and exciting ice-cream ideas. Some I don’t think have ever been tried before,” Herrell said. “It will be a fun event full of new ideas in ice-cream development.”

The final winning flavors will be announced at the end of the presentations. Winning flavors will be made by Herrell’s Ice Cream on a rotating basis.

“What a great way to learn about food science,” Herrell said. “It makes me want to go back to school again to UMass, where I received my master’s degree. What an imaginative way to learn.”

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CHICOPEE — In an effort to answer common gift-giving needs, Feel Good Shop Local announced the Gift Concierge Showcase, happening on Thursday, May 2 from 3:30 to 7 p.m. at Mercedes-Benz Springfield in Chicopee. The event will showcase a hand-selected grouping of some of the finest artisans and boutiques in Western Mass., including art from Painted Crane, Ana Banderia Chocolates, Owl Brand gifts, and many more.

“There’s a pressing need in our community to make meaningful gift giving convenient and easy, while supporting our local businesses and investing back into our neighborhood,” said Michelle Wirth, founder of Feel Good Shop Local. “This event will build the bridge between those in need of a gift that feels intentional and our incredible artists and small businesses right here in Western Mass. who have a unique selection of goods and services that fit that need.”

Largely aimed at serving professionals looking to leave a lasting impression with their clients and customers, attendees can expect to find curated gift selections selected to fit the needs of real-estate agents, event planners, financial advisors, sales representatives, human-resource professionals, and more. Members of the Feel Good Shop Local team will be on hand to offer guidance, advice, and ideas on how to help one’s brand stand out from the crowd with memorable client gifts.

The Gift Concierge Showcase is also an opportunity for those looking for non-business-related gift giving, with a large selection of products and experiences ideal for birthdays, condolences, new babies, housewarmings, Mother’s Day, graduations, teacher appreciation, and more, all available for purchase on site or to order for future delivery.

The event is open to the public and free to attend. For more information and to register to attend, visit feelgoodshoplocal.com.

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GREENFIELD — The Upper Pioneer Valley Veterans Services District and Greenfield Community College’s (GCC) Office of Veteran Services will be joining the Veterans Administration of Northampton for an informational gathering on veterans’ benefit programs. The event will take place today, April 29, from 6 to 8 p.m. at GCC. This is part of the VA’s Rural Initiative to connect with local veterans.

“Our office takes tremendous pride in assisting the veterans community,” Upper Pioneer Valley Veterans Services District Director Christopher Demars said. “We are grateful for our partnership with Veterans Administration of Northampton and Greenfield Community College’s Office of Veteran Services for this evening of information and support for veterans.”

The gathering will focus on critical support systems that the veterans community can utilize. Some of the highlighted services include enrollment assistance for veterans’ healthcare (staff will be on site to help veterans enroll, and veterans are encouraged to bring discharge documentation if interested), toxic-exposure screenings, a briefing on how veterans can place a claim with the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs, information on mobility and transportation services through VA Healthcare Transportation Services, and answers to any questions regarding the VA PACT Act.

The VA, Upper Pioneer Valley Veterans Services District, and Greenfield Community College’s Office of Veteran Services offer support in connecting veterans to critical resources. The Upper Pioneer Valley Veterans Services District encompasses Ashfield, Bernadston, Buckland, Charlemont, Colrain, Conway, Deerfield, Erving, Gill, Greenfield, Hawley, Heath, Leverett, Leyden, Monroe, Montague, New Salem, Northfield, Plainfield, Rowe, Shelburne, Shutesbury, Sunderland, Warwick, Wendell, and Whatley.

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HOLYOKE — Gateway City Arts (GCA) announced it has signed a purchase and sale agreement with LightHouse Holyoke for the transfer of the three-building arts complex at 92 Race St. in Holyoke.

“We couldn’t be happier to have LightHouse move into the space that we spent 12 years creating,” said Lori Divine, co-creator and co-owner, with Vitek Kruta, of Gateway City Arts. “Our mission was always to create a space for education, community, creativity, and inspiration. This was carried out in our classes, meetings, theater, food, music, and gatherings.

“LightHouse Holyoke shares so many of our values,” she went on. “When it was clear that GCA had to close, our hope was to find a buyer that would continue our vision merged with their own. We applaud what LightHouse brings to the lives of its students and their families and friends. We created a space for learning and sharing; LightHouse will continue that. Vitek and I are excited about the new chapter of creativity for LightHouse and for Holyoke.”

LightHouse is a competency-based middle and high school for self-directed learning. It first opened in Holyoke in 2015 and began a collaboration with Holyoke Public Schools in 2017. LightHouse now has partnerships with six public districts.

“Our mission statement begins with, ‘LightHouse is changing what school can be,’” said Catherine Gobron, co-founder and executive director for LightHouse Holyoke. “Situating a school within the framework of a performing-arts and concert venue is an incredible opportunity. We couldn’t imagine a more perfect location to expand our mission and vision than the state-of-the-art facility that Lori Divine and Vitek Kruta have built at 92 Race.”

For LightHouse Holyoke, the move offers a significant opportunity to expand its existing programs. The new facility will feature similar non-traditional learning spaces as those currently existing at LightHouse, presently just down the block at 208 Race St., including a maker space, music studio, and recording studio, which have already been instrumental in nurturing creativity and inspiration among students who may not have previously enjoyed school.

Plans for the three-building, 40,000-square-foot facility include a Production Academy integrated into the two on-site performance spaces, the 100-person-capacity Divine Theater, and the much larger 500-person-capacity concert venue, creating scaffolded training and internship opportunities for young people to learn the many skills associated with the entertainment and event-production industry, from lighting and sound to artist management and beyond.

Similarly, the café, designed and handpainted by Kruta, will reopen as a public restaurant, with integrated courses and internships in all aspects of running a café, leading to paid work and future career opportunities.

The facility also hosts an 8,000-square-foot maker space built by Divine and Kruta, which will continue on as a community maker space, complete with a wood shop and ceramic studio, both hosting classes and workspaces for LightHouse students and accessible to the larger community as well.

“At LightHouse, the students are the curriculum, individually and collectively, and the school is the community,” Gobron said. “From inception, downtown Holyoke has been our campus as we support young people to learn outside the confines of traditional classrooms, inspired by personal interests in the context of the real world. We could not be more honored or more excited to take up the mantle from Lori and Vitek and carry forward the work of creating art and building community in Hampden County.”

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HARTFORD, Conn. — Whittlesey announced that its CEO and managing partner, Drew Andrews, has been included in Forbes’ inaugural “America’s Top 200 CPAs” list. Curated by Forbes’ editorial team, this list features the top CPAs in public practice across the U.S.

The rigorous selection process involves independent nominations and recommendations from various CPA societies and associations. Candidates are evaluated on numerous criteria, including certifications and credentials, years of experience, industry specialization, professional achievements, community involvement, thought leadership, diversity of client base, ethical and regulatory compliance, and innovation and technology adoption.

Andrews has been leading Whittlesey since 2008 and has significantly influenced its trajectory. He has grown the firm’s revenue to more than triple its original size and expanded its operations to include three offices throughout Connecticut and Massachusetts. His innovative approach has notably advanced the firm’s capabilities and strengthened client relationships. In addition, he serves a select clientele.

His dedication extends beyond corporate management to personal mentorship and community involvement. He actively develops talented professionals within the firm, providing guidance and support as a mentor and coach. He is committed to philanthropy and has held prominent leadership positions on boards of several local nonprofit, business, religious, and charitable organizations, contributing significantly to community-enrichment efforts.

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WEST SPRINGFIELD — The Irene E. and George A. Davis Foundation awarded the Irish Cultural Center of Western New England (ICCWNE) a $100,000 grant toward its $2 million goal to help create a community performance center at its Morgan Road facility.

The grant will support the ICCWNE’s Capstone Campaign. Funds from the Capstone Campaign will be used to complete the community performance center, which will serve the needs of the greater region for concerts, events, meetings, and private functions. It will provide a home for local, regional, national, and international performance groups, making it a full-scale regional base for Irish heritage and culture as well as a center for cross-cultural collaboration. The space will be able to house performances by major Irish cultural groups, such as Dublin’s Abbey Theatre, as well as regional performers of all ages.

“We’ve been working diligently throughout the winter to build campaign momentum,” said Sean Cahillane, chair of both the board of directors and the Capstone Campaign. “We are so grateful to the Davis Foundation for this generous grant that will be instrumental in completing our renovation.”

Paul Belsito, executive director of the Irene E. and George A. Davis Foundation, added that “the Davis Foundation is proud to support the Irish Cultural Center of Western New England as they create space to offer arts and cultural opportunities for the residents of Hampden County. We are excited to support a project that will add significantly to our region’s cultural landscape.”

Formerly the home of the Elks Lodge, the facility had been vacant for five years prior to the ICCWNE taking possession of it through a partnership with the city of West Springfield. Improvements have included developing a vibrant, Irish country-style restaurant, pub, and meeting and gathering place for the community. With 11,500 square feet of space on four floors, the facility has become the ideal home for the Irish Cultural Center, which was established in 1999.

West Springfield Mayor Will Reichelt noted that, while the ICCWNE is already a vibrant gathering spot, the community performance center will expand the impact that it has on city residents and visitors alike.

“The campaign’s progress is truly impressive, and we are grateful to the Davis Foundation for their generous support,” Reichelt said. “The center has become a cultural crossroads for West Side, especially for those with Irish heritage. We’re proud to host them, to see the community performance center complete, and to see such support from the community.”

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SPRINGFIELD — Revitalize CDC’s 32nd annual #GreenNFit Neighborhood Rebuild will work on 12 homes in the North End of Springfield (Chapin Terrace and Jardine, Lancashire, and Massasoit streets) with the help of more than 700 volunteers and 80 supporters on Saturday, April 27 from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m.

A welcome and pep rally will be held at the Walgreens on the corner of Montmorenci and Chestnut streets from 8:30 to 9 a.m. The volunteers will be welcomed by Springfield Mayor Domenic Sarno.

One of the homes is owned by a military veteran who served in the U.S. Navy, while another home is owned by a U.S. Navy veteran who served in the Vietnam War. Six homes are owned by families with children, and six are owned by seniors.

One of the #GreenNFit recipients is the Borrero family. Pedro and Libby Borrero have been together since 1983. Both were born and raised in Springfield and met at a library where Libby was working. Pedro is a veteran who served four years in the Navy. Libby and Pedro would write letters to each other when he was serving, and they still have those letters today. They bought their home in 1993 and raised their two daughters and their niece, whom they adopted when she wasn’t yet 2 years old. They now have one of their daughters and two grandchildren, ages 2 and 4, living with them.

They love their neighborhood, as it’s very family-oriented, and they are friendly with neighbors who have owned their homes for just as long as they have. On April 27, Revitalize CDC will surprise the family by constructing a brand-new swing set for the two grandchildren with the help of the volunteers.

Revitalize CDC focuses on making meaningful improvements on homes to help reduce energy use, save money, and create a safe, healthy, and sustainable living environment for residents and the community. Improvements include installing or retrofitting HVAC systems to allow for a transition from fossil fuel to renewable energy, such as solar conversions; new roofs; energy-efficient windows, doors, and appliances; water-saving plumbing fixtures; electrical upgrades; mold remediation, lead abatement, and pest control; interior and exterior painting; and modifying homes for aging or disabled homeowners, such as building exterior access ramps.

Each year, hundreds of volunteers from Maine to Florida work alongside residents of Springfield on a targeted neighborhood. Also, families who benefited from past #GreenNFit events volunteer to help their neighbors on the next block.

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SPRINGFIELD — Eastman, in partnership with Northern Safety, will donate vital medical equipment, known as oximeters, to the Springfield Fire Department today, April 25. Representatives from Eastman Indian Orchard will present the donation to Fire Commissioner BJ Calvi and Mayor Domenic Sarno.

The event is scheduled to take place at 11 a.m. at the Fire Department headquarters, located at 605 Worthington St., Springfield.

This donation marks a significant and continued collaboration between Eastman, a global specialty manufacturing company with a plant in Indian Orchard, and the Springfield Fire Department, in serving the local community. The equipment being donated consists of 17 high-tech, portable oximeters, which are essential for monitoring vital signs in emergency situations.

“We are honored to partner again with the Springfield Fire Department and provide this essential equipment that will aid their life-saving efforts,” said Dennis Van Nevel, site manager for Eastman Indian Orchard. “At Eastman, we are committed to good corporate citizenship and collaboration between the site and the local public-safety officials.”

The Fire Department’s need for the oximeters was learned by Eastman at an Eastman Community Action Program gathering of local neighborhood and community officials sponsored regularly by Eastman Indian Orchard.

“Commissioner Calvi regularly attends the meetings after his workday,” Van Nevel said. “We ask the group to recommend what they feel the community needs. Commissioner Calvi told us of this need. We appreciate him for asking for these oximeters for Springfield’s residents and his firefighters. As Mayor Sarno often says, our first responders are the first to rush into danger. We hope these oximeters will help save lives.”

The oximeters being donated are advanced medical devices capable of accurately measuring blood oxygen levels and heart rates, crucial parameters in assessing a patient’s condition during emergencies such as fires, accidents, or medical crises. These Concord models are rechargeable with large digital displays. Seventeen pediatric finger clips are being donated alongside the oximeter units. These can be used to save the lives of children, including infants.

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SPRINGFIELD — Proposed changes in workers’ compensation laws aim to hold employers to a higher standard, as well as increase employers’ potential liability.

At a seminar on Tuesday, May 14 from 9:30 to 10:30 a.m. at the Royal Law Firm, these changes and recent legislation regarding workers’ compensation will be discussed in detail to ensure employers are aware of the consequences of not following new practices. Attorney Trevor Brice will discuss the recent changes and potential upheaval in the workers’ compensation world.

The firm is located at 33 Elliot St., Springfield. The cost is $30 per person. Registration is required, and seating will be limited. Contact Heather Child at [email protected] to register or with any questions. Payments should be mailed, and checks made payable, to the Royal Law Firm.

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WEST SPRINGFIELD — Do you love basketball and want to be in on the action? Hooplandia, the 3-on-3 tournament and festival hosted by Eastern States Exposition (ESE) and the Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Fame, is seeking scorekeepers for showcase and division games.

Scheduled for June 21-23 on the grounds of ESE in West Springfield, with select division final games held at the Hall of Fame in Springfield, the event, now in its second year, is expected to attract thousands of fans and players as hundreds of games take place across more than 70 courts. Divisions of play will provide an all-inclusive environment for players of all ages and playing abilities.

Volunteer scorekeepers play an integral role in making the basketball extravaganza a success. Hooplandia volunteers will be at the heart of the action, contributing to the seamless flow of the tournament and ensuring a memorable experience for players and spectators alike.

Volunteers must be 16 years old by June 15 and attend a one-hour orientation on June 20 or 21. Most scorekeepers volunteer for the entire weekend, providing consistency for the teams playing on each court and offering an opportunity to invest themselves fully in the enjoyment of the game and build connections with officials.

Training and equipment are provided. Volunteers receive a Hooplandia T-shirt, free parking during the event, meal vouchers, snacks and beverages during tournament shifts, Hooplandia gear and swag, and a ticket to the 2024 Big E.

All volunteers receive the minimum perks. More shifts equal more perks, which may include additional swag, more Big E tickets, sponsor-provided perks, and more to be announced.

Visit www.hooplandia.com for more information, and click here to sign up to volunteer. You will receive an immediate response with additional information.

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HOLYOKE — PeoplesBank announced its support for the Square One capital campaign to build a new, state-of-the-art facility at the site of its former location at 947 Main St. in Springfield’s South End.

With early support from the city of Springfield and the Commonwealth of Massachusetts, Square One has reacquired the land of its original location, which was destroyed by the 2011 tornado, and is looking to build a 26,000-square-foot child and family center.

40 Under 40 Class of 2024 Cover Story

When BusinessWest launched a program in 2007 to honor young professionals in Western Mass. — not only for their career achievements, but for their service to the community — there was little concern that the initial flow of nominations might slow to a trickle years later.

We were right. In fact, 40 Under Forty has become such a coveted honor in the region’s business community that it makes the job of five independent judges a challenging one — but also a gratifying one.

“That was fun!” one judge emailed along with her scores. “What an amazing way to get to know so many people, and so many better. This was an enjoyable process.” Another wrote, “what an amazing group of individuals! I was amazed to see such talent in Western Mass.”

We agree; in fact, we thought all 40 of this year’s cohort are deserving for many reasons — and so many different reasons — and also felt for the many worthy individuals who barely missed the cut. But there’s always next year, and nominations are welcome all year long.

As usual, this year’s winners hail from a host of different industries, from law to banking; from retail to healthcare; from restaurants to nonprofits, just to name a few. Many are advancing the work of long-established businesses, while others, with an entrepreneurial bent, created their own opportunities instead of waiting for them to emerge.

Almost all would be justified in saying their careers leave them no time for volunteer service. Yet, almost all are doing what they can for their communities and local nonprofits.

They’re all success stories — just 40 among so many more we haven’t gotten around to telling yet.

We’ll also unveil the 10th annual Alumni Achievement Award winner on June 20, given to the former 40 Under Forty winner who has impressively continued and built upon his or her track record of accomplishment. Nominations for that award will be accepted through May 10. Click HERE to nominate.

This year’s 40 Under Forty sponsors include presenting sponsor PeoplesBank and partner sponsors the Isenberg School of Management at UMass Amherst, Live Nation Premium, Mercedes-Benz of Springfield, and Mercy Medical Center/Trinity Health. The presenting sponsor of the Alumni Achievement Award is Health New England.

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Meet Our Judges

Ryan BarryRyan Barry is a partner at Bulkley Richardson in Springfield, where he focuses on representing colleges and universities, healthcare organizations, nonprofits, and small businesses. Barry’s volunteer work includes serving on the board of directors of the Center for Human Development. He was named to the 40 Under Forty class of 2020.

Chrissy KiddyChrissy Kiddy, vice president of Corporate Responsibility and Social Media Management at PeoplesBank, is dedicated to fostering positive change, championing inclusion, and celebrating community spirit. She serves on the board of the Care Center of Holyoke and Revitalize Community Development Corporation, while also acting as an ambassador for the Bushnell Theater.

Andrew MelendezAndrew Melendez, as founder and director of the Latino Economic Development Corp., has played an instrumental role over the past year in assisting more 300 businesses. A 40 Under Forty honoree in 2015, he also previously served as the Western Massachusetts director for Associated Industries of Massachusetts and executive director of YMCA of Agawam.

Hannah RechtschaffenHannah Rechtschaffen, director of the Greenfield Business Assoc., has an extensive background in business development and creative placemaking, including four years as director of Placemaking for W.D. Cowls, growing the Mill District project in North Amherst. A member of the 40 Under Forty class of 2022, she also chairs the Sustainable Greenfield Implementation Committee.

Erica SwallowErica Swallow is the co-founder and team co-lead of the Turnberg & Swallow Team at Coldwell Banker Realty, Western Massachusetts. Her real-estate team has helped more than 1,000 clients, with sales production totaling more than $300 million over 43 collective years. Also an award-winning children’s book author, Swallow was the highest-scoring honoree in the 40 Under Forty class of 2023.

Alumni Achievement Award

2024 Presenting Sponsor Alumni Achievement Award

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SPRINGFIELDBusinessWest magazine, the biweekly business journal covering Western Massachusetts, will celebrate its 40th anniversary in the May 13 edition of the magazine.

For four decades, BusinessWest — first called the Western Massachusetts Business Journal when Publisher John Gormally debuted it in May 1984 — has profiled countless companies, organizations, and business leaders; detailed the trends, challenges, and evolutions that have shaped dozens of sectors; and done plenty of evolving of its own, including a shift from monthly to biweekly publication in 2004, a robust online platform at businesswest.com, and recognition programs including 40 Under Forty, Difference Makers, Healthcare Heroes, and Women of Impact.

The keepsake May 13 edition of BusinessWest will commemorate its role as the region’s business voice by detailing four decades of change, progress, and evolution within the area business community through dozens of interviews.

Filled with photos, happenings, accomplishments, milestones, and a timeline of the last 40 years of business in Western Mass., this issue will feature comprehensive stories that focus on 40 years of banking, commercial development, construction, financial services, healthcare, higher education, manufacturing, nonprofits, professional services, technology, and the way people work.

We invite the region’s business community to be a part of this commemorative issue by reserving space. Advertising opportunities are available now through April 26. For more information about this special anniversary edition and to reserve advertising space, email Kate Campiti, associate publisher, at [email protected], or call (413) 781-8600.

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ORANGE — Dress for Success Western Massachusetts (DFSWM) will host a pop-up boutique for all residents within Franklin County at American Legion Post 172, 40 Daniel Shays Highway, Orange, on Friday, April 26.

Area residents can come and receive free work-appropriate clothing between the hours of 9 a.m. and 3 p.m. New and gently used clothing was donated to Dress for Success Western Massachusetts, which covers all four counties in Western Mass.

Local DFSWM programs include the Foot in the Door workforce-readiness program, the Margaret Fitzgerald Mentorship Program, the Professional Women’s Group, a digital-literacy program, and the suiting program.

Dress for Success thanks the area businesses who helped collect donations, as well as the Delta Kappa Gamma Alpha Mu sorority, which helped with collecting, sorting, and hanging the clothes received, as well as creating outfits. Work-appropriate donations will still be accepted at American Legion Post 172 through April 26.

For additional information about the pop-up boutique, email Volunteer Engagement Manager Diane Jacobs at [email protected].

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PHILADELPHIA — Xfinity Mobile and Comcast Business Mobile devices can now connect to millions of new Xfinity Mobile hotspots and receive internet speeds over WiFi up to 1 gigabit per second. By delivering a faster connection over Xfinity’s WiFi network, Comcast is helping ensure customers can stream, game, chat, download, and surf wherever they are.

Today, 90% of the mobile data traffic on Xfinity Mobile devices travels over WiFi, not cellular. With more than 23 million WiFi hotspots giving customers a speed boost, Xfinity Mobile aims to deliver a better experience to support data-intensive applications when traditional cellular networks can’t keep up. Comcast has invested more than $20 billion over the past five years to upgrade and expand the Xfinity network and introduce new, innovative features like WiFi Boost to support the constantly increasing number of connected devices consumers use both inside and outside of the home.

“We’re supercharging hotspots to unlock the full potential of our customers’ mobile devices and give you the boost you need, when you need it, to download a large file, stream a live sporting event, or host an important video call,” said Kohposh Kuda, senior vice president of Xfinity Mobile, Comcast. “A billion devices connect to WiFi over our network because it delivers a superior experience. We’ve invested billions of dollars in a network that can support the massive growth in data consumption, and our WiFi Boost upgrade is a huge win for our mobile customers.”

For more information or to sign up for Xfinity Mobile, visit an Xfinity store or www.xfinity.com/mobile.

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Rachel Dionne

CHICOPEE — Polish National Credit Union (PNCU) announced that Rachel Dionne, assistant vice president and credit risk officer, has joined the board of directors of Providence Ministries.

PNCU, a full-service community credit union, is committed to meeting community needs and fostering growth. The organization emphasizes community engagement through corporate leadership and volunteerism.

“We encourage our team members to actively participate in community and volunteer activities,” said Mike Sugrue, executive vice president at PNCU. “Currently, our employees are engaged with around 40 local organizations through board or committee roles. Rachel’s decision to join the Providence Ministries board is commendable, and we are excited for the board to benefit from her insights.”

Dionne is dedicated to community service. Her volunteer work includes more than a half-decade on the board of trustees for Pioneer Valley Performing Arts Charter Public School, membership on the school’s finance committee, involvement in a youth ministry group, service on the Southampton Finance Committee, and as an eucharistic minister at Our Lady of the Blessed Sacrament Church in Westfield. She now adds the Providence Ministries board membership to her list of contributions.

Providence Ministries, a nonprofit organization serving the Greater Holyoke region since 1980, offers life-sustaining and transformative programs to those in need. Sr. Margaret McCleary, SP founded Providence Ministries, which includes McCleary Manor, Broderick House, Loreto House, Kate’s Kitchen, Margaret’s Pantry, and St. Jude’s Clothing Store. They are affiliated with and sponsored by the Sisters of Providence.

“I am thrilled to join the board of directors for Providence Ministries,” Dionne said. “Their impactful work in providing essential needs like food, clothing, and shelter, as well as sober housing for men in recovery, is inspiring. I look forward to contributing to the mission.”

With nearly 35 years of experience in accounting and finance, Dionne joined PNCU in 2017. In her role, she analyzes complex commercial financial information, oversees commercial lending policies, and manages loan administration, loan servicing, and credit teams. She is a two-time graduate of American International College (AIC) with degrees in accounting and nonprofit management.

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Practice Makes Perfect

On April 13, a mass-casualty drill was held at Baystate Noble Hospital, a group collaboration between the Westfield Fire Department (WFD) and the hospital’s Emergency Department. In attendance were team members of the Nursing Flex team, Security, and more than 40 students from Elms College, Westfield State University, and Holyoke Community College.

Southwick High School student Abigail Grazia uses her moulage skills on herself and a dummy to add some striking realism.

Southwick High School student Abigail Grazia uses her moulage skills on herself and a dummy to add some striking realism.

 

WFD members simulate bringing a student into the decontamination tent

WFD members simulate bringing a student into the decontamination tent

 

Home Stretch

At a festive reception on April 2, the Irish Cultural Center (ICC) of Western New England announced the formal launch of its capstone capital campaign to raise the final $2 million needed to complete its facility at 429 Morgan Road, West Springfield. Funds raised will be used to complete the Community Performance Center.

From left: Frank Quigley, ICC co-Vice President Kevin O’Connor, West Springfield Mayor Will Reichelt, ICC co-Vice President Ed Sullivan, and ICC President Sean Cahillane

 

U.S. Rep. Richard Neal, honorary campaign chair, speaks at the reception

U.S. Rep. Richard Neal, honorary campaign chair, speaks at the reception

 

 

Career Exploration

Every other Saturday this spring, 16 area high-school students get a hands-on experience working with talking patient simulators at Springfield Technical Community College as part of the STCC Career Connections Academy, a state-funded program designed to expose high-school students to high-demand industry options such as business administration, healthcare, and social assistance.

Daniel O’Neill, patient simulation information coordinator at STCC, talks to the students

Daniel O’Neill, patient simulation information coordinator at STCC, talks to the students

 

West Springfield High School student Nahla Williams works with a patient simulator

West Springfield High School student Nahla Williams works with a patient simulator

 

Wesley Carter, director of the STCC Career Connections Academy

Wesley Carter, director of the STCC Career Connections Academy

Agenda

Cirque du Soleil BAZZAR

Through May 5: Cirque du Soleil BAZZAR has come to Hartford, Conn. for the first time ever. A colourful homage to Cirque du Soleil legacy, BAZZAR opened on April 6 and will continue its performances until May 5 at Under the Big Top on Market Street. The show features acrobatic disciplines such as teeterboard, acrobike, contortion, duo rollerskates, duo trapeze, aerial rope, hair suspension, fire manipulation, slackline, and music performed live on stage. Cirque du Soleil BAZZAR is intended to be an eclectic lab of creativity where a joyful troupe of acrobats, dancers, and musicians craft an awe-inspiring spectacle. Led by their maestro, they band together to invent a whimsical, one-of-a-kind universe. In a place where the unexpected is expected, the colourful group imagines, builds, and invents vibrant scenes in an artistic and acrobatic game. The high-energy excitement, collision of sounds and colors, and meeting place of diverse characters one might find at a traditional bazaar inspired the name of the show. For more information and to purchase tickets, visit www.cirquedusoleil.com/bazzar.

 

Alumni Achievement Award Nominations

Through May 10: When BusinessWest launched its 40 Under Forty program in 2007, it did so to identify rising stars across our region — individuals who were excelling in business and through involvement within the community — and celebrate their accomplishments. In 2015, BusinessWest announced a new award, one that builds on the foundation upon which 40 Under Forty was created. It’s called the Alumni Achievement Award. As the name suggests, it is presented to the 40 Under Forty honoree who, in the eyes of an independent panel of judges, has most impressively continued and built upon his or her track record of accomplishment. Candidates must be from 40 Under Forty classes prior to the year of the award — in this case, classes 2007 to 2023. The 2024 Alumni Achievement Award finalists will be profiled in the June 10 edition of BusinessWest, and the honoree will be announced at the 40 Under Forty gala on June 20. The presenting sponsor of the Alumni Achievement Award is Health New England.

Visit businesswest.com/40-under-forty/alumniachievementaward for the nomination form, and visit businesswest.com/40-under-forty/40underforty for a list of the past 40 Under Forty classes.

 

Rev. Hugh Crean Lecture

May 1: Elms College and the St. Augustine Center for Ethics, Religion, and Culture will present the fifth annual Rev. Hugh Crean Distinguished Lecture in Catholic Thought at 4:30 p.m. The lecture, which will take place in person in the college’s Alumnae Library Theater, was rescheduled from its initial April 4 date. The distinguished speaker for this lecture is Dominic Doyle, associate professor of Systematic Theology at the Boston College School of Theology and Ministry (STM). The theme for Doyle’s remarks will be “Christian Humanism and the Theology of Hope.” Most recently, Doyle led STM’s Neuroscience Education for Theological Training grant from the Science for Seminaries program sponsored by the American Assoc. for the Advancement of Science/Dialogue on Science, Religion, and Ethics. He is currently working on a book exploring the history of theological virtues, tentatively titled Thematic Variations in Theological Virtue. To register, visit www.elms.edu/events/st-augustine-rev-hugh-crean-distinguished-lecture.

 

YWCA Golf Tournament

May 6: The YWCA of Western Massachusetts Golf Tournament will be held at Springfield Country Club, with registration now open online at ywworks.org. Proceeds of the charity golf tournament will support the Children Who Witness Violence program, which offers therapy for children who have witnessed or experienced abuse and violence. The Healthy and Empowering Relationship Education program of the YWCA, which helps Springfield middle- and high-schoolers learn about healthy relationships and friendships, will also benefit from proceeds raised at the tournament. Cost per golfer to participate in the tournament is $155, which includes golf, cart, lunch, dinner, and a quarter-zip jacket. There will be a raffle and cash bar at the country club. Individuals or organizations interested in registering or sponsoring the event can visit ywworks.org.

 

‘So You Think You Want to Join a Board?’

May 8, Aug. 14, Oct. 9: United Way of Pioneer Valley is introducing a learning component as part of its OnBoard board-readiness and matching program. Serving as an on-ramp to the popular annual board-matching event held each winter, “So You Think You Want to Join a Board?” is a three-part series geared toward individuals considering board-level volunteer opportunities. Through a conversational style of presentations by highly experienced nonprofit mentors in Western Mass., attendees will have the opportunity to learn, ask questions, network, and receive resources and tools to help them determine if board service is a good fit. Part one of “So You Think You Want to Join a Board?” will be facilitated by Shannon Mumblo, president of Shannon Mumblo Consulting Inc., who will review the unique role nonprofits play in the community ecosystem and what potential volunteers should be aware of as board members. This breakfast event will be held on Wednesday, May 8 from 8 to 9:30 a.m. in the TD Bank conference room at 1441 Main St., Springfield. Part two will be held on Wednesday, Aug. 14 from 8 to 9:30 a.m. and will be facilitated by National Federation of Community Broadcasters CEO Rima Dael, who will provide participants with an understanding of board service as it relates to governance, fundraising, and basic financial oversight. The final event in the series will take place the morning of Wednesday, Oct. 9, and will be led by Sarah Tanner, a partner with Financial Development Agency, who will guide attendees in understanding what questions they need to ask nonprofits in order to determine a fit. All three of the learning sessions are free and will culminate in the OnBoard matching event on the evening of Thursday, Dec. 12.

 

VA Central Western Mass. Centennial Celebration

May 11: The VA Central Western Massachusetts Healthcare System is commemorating a century of dedication to serving U.S. veterans. Established in 1924, the healthcare system has continuously evolved to meet the changing needs of veterans, delivering compassionate care and innovative services. To honor this significant milestone, the VA invites the community to an event from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. at 421 North Main St., Leeds. The festivities will include special events, recognition ceremonies, and opportunities for veterans and their families to connect with one another, as well as food, games, and fun for the whole family. For more information about the centennial celebration and upcoming events, visit www.va.gov/central-western-massachusetts-health-care or call Sarah Robinson, Public Affairs officer for the VA Central Western Massachusetts Healthcare System, at (413) 584-4040, ext. 3532.

 

Pioneer Valley Conference for Women

May 9: The third annual Pioneer Valley Conference for Women will be held at Marriott Springfield Downtown from 7:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. The conference will be held in person and virtually. This year’s theme is “Unleashed.” Christina Royal will serve as emcee for the conference. The former president of Holyoke Community College, Royal is now president and CEO of Infinite Unlearning LLC, a woman-, BIPOC-, and queer-owned executive coaching and consultancy service supporting mid- to senior leaders and their organizations. Keynote speakers are Meghan Rothschild, president and owner of the marketing and public-relations firm Chikmedia, and Jessika Rozki, founder of Rozki Rides, a transportation service focusing on children and seniors. The conference will also feature 10 different panels that women can choose to attend in the morning and afternoon. The 30 panelists are all local women. Dianne Fuller Doherty will be presented with the Goddess Award, recognizing her many years of volunteer work on behalf of women. A comedy kickoff reception the night before the conference will feature comedian Jess Miller. Visit ow.ly/qgYJ50QK85h for more information or to purchase tickets. Event sponsors include M&T Bank, Westfield Bank, Liberty Bank, Country Bank, and USI.

 

Free Shred Days

June 8, 22: bankESB invites customers and members of the community to two free shred days at local offices. Events will be held from 9 to 11 a.m. (or until the truck is full) on the following dates and at locations: Saturday, June 8 at 770 Main St., Agawam; and Saturday, June 22 at 241 Northampton St., Easthampton (two trucks at this event). No appointment is necessary. Local residents can reduce their risk of identity theft by bringing old mail, receipts, statements or bills, canceled checks, pay stubs, medical records, or any other unwanted paper documents containing personal or confidential information and shredding them safely and securely for free. A professional document destruction company will be on site in the bank’s parking lot and can accept up to two boxes of documents per person.

 

40 Under Forty Gala

June 20: BusinessWest will celebrate the 18th annual 40 Under Forty at the MassMutual Center in Springfield with fine food, music, networking, and the presentation of the class of 2024, profiled in this issue and at businesswest.com. The 40 Under Forty sponsors include presenting sponsor PeoplesBank and partner sponsors the Isenberg School of Management at UMass Amherst, Live Nation, Mercedes-Benz of Springfield, and Mercy Medical Center/Trinity Health. The event will also feature the announcement of the 10th annual Alumni Achievement Award, presented by Health New England. Tickets cost $125 per person (tables of 10 are available), and they go on sale on Monday, April 29 at 9 a.m. at businesswest.com/40-under-forty/40underforty.

 

Hooplandia

June 21-23: Registration is now open for Hooplandia, the second annual 3×3 basketball tournament and festival, at www.hooplandia.com. The three-day event includes levels of play for all ages and divisions. Hooplandia launched in 2023. Taking place in the heart of Greater Springfield, the birthplace of basketball, the event is hosted by Eastern States Exposition (ESE) in West Springfield and the Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Fame in Springfield. Most games will be played on the ESE grounds, with special games held at the Hall of Fame. Seventy-five basketball courts will be set up to accommodate more than 650 games played by approximately 2,100 participants of all ages. Divisions of play have been created to provide an all-inclusive environment for players of all ages and playing abilities. The diverse divisions include young girls, boys, women, men, high-school-level, college-level, OGs, veterans, and more. Players are invited to build teams of four, create their own unique team name and uniforms, and register at www.hooplandia.com. Team fees range according to age, and children in the under-8 category are free of charge. Hooplandia will once again partner with Boys and Girls Clubs throughout the region as its designated philanthropic partner, providing $10 from every paid team registration to support the mission and programs of the clubs. Sponsorship opportunities are available. For inquiries, email [email protected].

 

Yidstock

July 11-14: Tickets are now on sale for Yidstock: the Festival of New Yiddish Music. Now in its 12th year, Yidstock brings the best in klezmer and new Yiddish music to the stage at the Yiddish Book Center in Amherst. Highlights this year will include the Klezmatics, Frank London, Eleanor Reissa, Judy Bressler, Daniel Kahn, and many more. Concert passes are available and include admission to all concerts and the two dance workshops. Individual tickets are also available for purchase for those who can only attend for part of the weekend. This year, livestream concert passes will allow friends from afar to experience Yidstock from the comfort of their homes. These passes only include access to the seven concerts; they do not include access to talks, workshops, or the film screening. Visit yiddishbookcenter.org/yidstock for more information and to purchase tickets.

People on the Move
Ricard Torres-Mateluna

Ricard Torres-Mateluna

Jillian Duclos

Jillian Duclos

The Northampton Jazz Festival has welcomed two new board members who bring broad skills and deep experience in entrepreneurship, marketing, community organizing, and music from world cultures. They are Ricard Torres-Mateluna, who joined last month, and Jillian Duclos, who joined the board in September 2023. After earning a bachelor’s degree in politics at Mount Holyoke College as a Francis Perkins Scholar in 2017, Duclos became a grass-roots organizer, a driver of workforce development, and then a business owner. Now, as executive director of the Downtown Northampton Assoc., she collaborates with city leaders, downtown organizations, and community members to drive economic development for downtown Northampton and provide a safety net to local and small businesses who anchor the community. Torres-Mateluna is a brand and marketing strategist who thinks with a global perspective and seeks solutions at the local level. Over his more than 20 years in the field, he has successfully worked toward uplifting educational entities and nonprofit organizations, having worked in advertising agencies and startups — large and small, at home and abroad — run by people from all backgrounds. His current role is vice president of Marketing and Communications for the Springfield-based human services agency Viability Inc. Torres-Mateluna has been a jazz lover since childhood and is also a member of the editorial board and U.S. correspondent for Papeles de Jazz magazine in his native Chile.

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Lee Craig

Lee Craig

Freedom Credit Union recently hired Lee Craig as its senior vice president and chief financial officer. Bringing three decades of leadership experience in credit-union operations and compliance, Craig will lend his expertise to planning, directing, and controlling Freedom’s overall financial plans and policies, accounting practices, and relationships with lending institutions and the financial community. He comes to Freedom after 23 years as CFO at MassMutual Federal Credit Union, where he was responsible for the operation’s overall financial condition, information-technology oversight, compliance management, and strategic planning. He also previously served as principal examiner at the National Credit Union Administration. A member of the Credit Union National Assoc. CFO Council and Compliance Council and a past member of Fiserv’s user advisory board, Craig served on the town of Westhampton’s Finance Committee for several years. He earned his bachelor’s degree in business management from Westfield State University.

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Reinaldo Román

Reinaldo Román

Joshua Burgos

Pittsfield Cooperative Bank announced the hiring of Reinaldo Román as vice president, branch officer. In this role, he will manage the institution’s branch operations at its main office located at 70 South St., Pittsfield. Additionally, he will assist the organization with its further development of Spanish-focused materials. Román joins the bank after a successful 23-year tenure at Greylock Federal Credit Union. He has extensive experience in branch operations and management, business development, retail lending, and customer relations. He received his business administration in banking degree from Berkshire Community College. The bank also announced the hiring of Joshua Burgos as its new Business Development and Cash Management officer. In this role, he will oversee the multitude of cash transactions for the institution’s commercial customers as well as manage business deposits, real estate, and non-real-estate loans. Burgos joins the bank after working most recently at Canyon Ranch as a senior accountant. He has 10 years of experience working in financial services, having served in positions at MassMutual and Greylock Federal Credit Union. He has an associate degree in business administration from Cambridge College, a bachelor’s degree in business administration from Capella University, and will be completing his MBA from UMass Amherst this fall.

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Colin D’Amour

Colin D’Amour

The board of directors of Big Y Foods Inc. announced the appointment of Colin D’Amour as senior director of asset protection. In that role, he will lead the asset protection team, develop and execute future strategies, deploy new technologies, build relationships with law enforcement and other regulatory agencies, and foster both education and growth within the department. D’Amour began working as a service clerk at Big Y Supermarkets in 1998 at age 14. From there, he held several positions, including produce clerk, warehouse selector, and construction/remodel store projects coordinator. In 2007, he accepted a commission with the U.S. Marine Corps as second lieutenant, serving with distinction and ultimately earning the rank of captain. In 2010, he was deployed to Helmand, Afghanistan in support of Operation Enduring Freedom. In 2014, D’Amour left active duty in the Marines and returned to Big Y by entering into its store director training program. Since then, his career has included several roles, including store director, corporate center store sales director, senior manager of procurement, and, most recently, senior director of the Big Y Express division. He was also a project manager for the expansion of the Fresh and Local Distribution Center and is a member of Big Y’s real estate and store design committees. In addition, he oversees multiple programs and initiatives with Topco, an $18 billion cooperative that provides aggregation, innovation, and management solutions to its leading food-industry members across the country. A graduate of Boston College, D’Amour holds personal decorations from his military service, including both the Navy and Marine Corps commendation and achievement medals. He is the grandson of Big Y co-founder Gerald D’Amour and son of Executive Chairman Charles D’Amour.

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Myranda Nasworthy

Myranda Nasworthy

Garvey Communication Associates Inc. (GCAi) has expanded its digital public-relations capacity by adding Myranda Nasworthy, an experienced video producer. Armed with GCAi’s new G7x vlogging cameras, Nasworthy worked on client videos before she started at the company. She will work in GCAi’s new edit suite, including a 2024 Apple Mac Studio. She is also equipped with a 2024 Macbook Pro for remote video editing. She is already working with a new GODOX lighting kit used at GCAi’s 24th-floor studios in Tower Square to produce 10 videos for an award program. Nasworthy shot and worked on all the edits with co-producer Nate Dion. She has also worked with GCAi’s West Coast team to produce 9:16 videos for Reels and TikTok. A former associate producer of New England Public Media’s Emmy-nominated quiz show, As Schools Match Wits. Nasworthy is a summa cum laude graduate of Westfield State University, where she earned a bachelor’s degree in communication with a concentration in media arts & analysis. Her skill set includes operating Sony, Canon, Panasonic, and Nikon filming equipment and studio, control-room, and field equipment. She also is experienced in working with Adobe Premiere Pro, Lightroom, Dreamweaver, and Final Cut Pro.

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Monson Savings Bank announced its second annual President’s Award recipients. This year’s award has been presented to Sara Rodrigues, assistant vice president and Commercial Loan Operations officer, Bridget Bunce, Bank Secrecy Act analyst. The President’s Award is an opportunity to acknowledge those who consistently represent the bank’s mission and values through their commitment to customer service, the community, teamwork, and excellence. Rodrigues joined the Monson Savings Bank family in February 2013. She consistently represents the bank at many local events and has volunteered for numerous organizations, such as Revitalize CDC, the United Way of Pioneer Valley, and I Found Light Against All Odds. Bunce started with Monson Savings in October 2021 as a Deposit Operations administrator and was promoted to her current position in August 2023. She is always eager to lend a hand and has helped at several bank-sponsored events in 2022 and 2023.

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Jeffrey Siegel

Jeffrey Siegel

Fierst Bloomberg Ohm LLP announced that Jeffrey Siegel has become a partner of the firm. Having earned his juris doctorate at the University of Connecticut School of Law and his master of laws in taxation at the New York University of School of Law, Siegel has more than 35 years of experience assisting individuals with their estate-planning, tax-planning, probate and trust administration, and corporate law needs.

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Paul Haible, executive director of the Peace Development Fund (PDF) for the past 20 years, announced his plans to retire on April 30. Under Haible’s leadership, PDF amplified its focus to include a broad range of social-justice issues and movements; expanded its footprint to include a regional office in San Francisco, where he was based; and increased its international scope to include funding to Haiti, Mexico, and the Middle East. He collaborated with the board to launch several initiatives engaging a range of issue constituencies, including a national environmental-justice initiative that spanned a decade, a cross-border initiative, and a national criminal-justice-reform movement. He was instrumental in creating PDF’s capacity-building program to fiscally sponsor more than 40 organizations and led PDF’s recent Indigenous Land Back work.

Company Notebook

TMGC LLC Acquires Thomas Memorial Golf & Country Club

TURNERS FALLS — On April 3, Kyle and Kelly Snow, as well as Kyle’s father, Edward Snow Jr., acting as TMGC LLC, purchased the Thomas Memorial Golf & Country Club in Turners Falls. The Snow family, who own and operate Northfield Golf Course and Snow & Sons Landscaping in Greenfield, purchased the 55-acre property from the Thomas family with assets acquired from the Thomas Memorial Golf & Country Club board of directors. The acquisition also includes two private residences, an event space, a clubhouse, and a maintenance building. While membership rates will stay level with the 2023 season, the Snows plan to make immediate improvements to the grounds and clubhouse, including a facelift of the common areas and restrooms. These updates are part of a comprehensive three- to five-year improvement plan the Snow family developed to ensure that Thomas Memorial Golf remains a leading local course and offers a unique Franklin County experience for golfers at all levels of play. The Snow family plans to create a synergy between Northfield Golf Club and Thomas Memorial Golf that will benefit both courses.

 

Excel Dryer Pioneers Blueprint for Healthy, Sustainable Workplaces

EAST LONGMEADOW — Excel Dryer recently unveiled a comprehensive office expansion and renovation project. This initiative, rooted in the company’s mission to lead through innovation, aimed to merge beauty, health, wellness, and sustainability into its workplace. The project’s insights and methodologies are set to educate through a unique continuing education unit (CEU) course offered by Architectural Record magazine in its Continuing Education Center, serving as a detailed roadmap of Excel Dryer’s innovative journey. Guided by the WELL Building Standard as a principal framework, the renovation serves as a case study showcasing Excel’s commitment to integrating the latest and most effective products in support of occupant well-being, productivity, and environmental sustainability. This initiative aims to inspire and educate not just architects, designers, and the construction community, but also owners and facility managers, offering insights into the practical application of sustainability and health-focused principles in commercial interiors and demonstrating Excel Dryer’s leading role in the movement toward more responsible workplace design. The Architectural Record’s CEU course provides a focused overview on the intersection of modern design, health standards, and sustainability in commercial architecture. It provides information on the multiple innovative products used to achieve WELL certification and explores the evolution of hygiene and sustainability post-pandemic, highlighting the importance of touchless technologies in public restrooms to prevent illness. Ultimately, the course showcases how integrated design solutions can promote health, efficiency, and environmental stewardship in commercial spaces.

 

YWCA Awarded $111,111 Grant for Violence-prevention Program

SPRINGFIELD — The YWCA of Western Massachusetts recently received $111,111.11 from the Massachusetts Department of Public Health for its youth violence-prevention program, called the H.E.R.E. (Healthy Empowering Relationships and Education) Project. This evidence-based project has been successfully embedded in many Springfield middle and high schools for about 18 months. With this new grant funding, the YWCA intends to hire additional staff to reach more youth within area schools beyond Springfield. The H.E.R.E. Project’s curriculum is specifically developed for teens, inclusive of all genders, and designed for applicability across gender, ethnicity, sexual identities, and socio-economic backgrounds. It specifically targets Springfield youth ages 12-18 and aims to educate youth at risk for teen dating violence, sex trafficking of minors, and gang violence. During these classes, YWCA employees use varied teaching methods such as games, small and large group work, and role playing. YWCA staff visit the participating middle and high schools once per week for eight weeks, and since the start of the program more than 18 months ago, the H.E.R.E. Project has served about 600 students.

Incorporations

The following business incorporations were recorded in Hampden, Hampshire and Franklin counties and are the latest available. They are listed by community.

AGAWAM

Wang Friendly’s Inc., 19 Springfield St., Agawam, MA 01001. Yingying Wang, same. Food sales.

BLANDFORD

Baypoint Floristry and Events Inc., 56 Otis Tolland Road, Blandford, MA 01008. Tammy Saloomey Tavernia, same. Florist shop and related activities.

CHICOPEE

Opt for Nature Inc., 140 Padgette St., Unit E, Chicopee, MA 01022. Shahid Habib, 19 Spring Meadows, South Hadley, MA 01075. Brand holder of dietary supplements.

Wang China Star Inc., 80 Main St., Chicopee, MA 01020. Yingying Wang, same. Restaurant.

EASTHAMPTON

Reynolds Purified Water Inc., 6 Morin Dr., Easthampton, MA 01027. Bradford Reynolds, same. Water-purification systems.

FEEDING HILLS

A&A Remodel Co., 30 Logan Place, Feeding Hills, MA 01030. Andrii Prus, same. Sales and installation of windows and doors.

GREENFIELD

Franklin County Police Cadet Program Inc., 28 Forest Ave., Greenfield, MA 01301. Jason Haskins, same. Corporation established to create a safe and enjoyable environment for its youthful members; allow each cadet to develop healthy relationships with other youth and adults with similar interests; instill and develop self-confidence; teach respect and self-discipline, acceptable social values and behavior, responsibility, self-sufficiency, personal tolerance, and patience; expose members to the importance of positive police and community relations; learn how to act efficiently under stressful situations; and more.

HOLYOKE

Tru-Clear Window Cleaning Inc., 145 Westfield Road, Holyoke, MA 01040. Jared Martinez, same. Residential and commercial window cleaning.

PITTSFIELD

Conference on Language Modeling Inc., 82 Wendell Ave., Suite 100, Pittsfield, MA 01201. Alexander Rush, 385 Union Ave., #2A, New York, NY 11211. Conference on language modeling consisting of a series of professional meetings.

Missouri Dental Insurance Services Inc., 82 Wendell Ave., Suite 100, Pittsfield, MA 01201. Jacky Clay Standlee, same. Insurance sales.

TKT Enterprises Inc., 82 Wendell Ave., Suite 100, Pittsfield, MA 01201. Tracey Twarog, same. Health insurance, Medicare Advantage plans, Medicare supplement plans, and prescription drug plans.

SOUTH HADLEY

Forbes and Sons Painting and Staining Inc., 63 Laurie Ave., South Hadley, MA 01075. Brad Forbes, same. Painting contractor.

SPRINGFIELD

AH Accounting and Tax Services Inc., 299 Carew St., Suite 134, Springfield, MA 01104. Abdillahi Hussein, same. Professional accounting and tax services.

Grandma’s Place Inc., 11 Moore St., Springfield, MA 01107. Dawn Hunter, same. Individual youth and adult mental-health services, including but not limited to social assistance, housing, and job-search assistance.

Titanium Springfield Inc., 1112 Bay St., Springfield, MA 01109. Muhammad Ali Saleem, same. Gas station.

 

DBA Certificates

The following business certificates and/or trade names were issued or renewed during the months of March and April 2024.

AMHERST

Augusto Therapeutic Massage
401 Main St.
Debra Augusto

Dream Glimmers
85 Amity St., Apt. 201
Jennie Moss

Dungeon Delvers
30 Gatehouse Road, Unit 208
Aaron Damon-Rush

Heystack
34 Kingman Road
Prashant Shenoy

Just Body Glow LLC
17 Kellogg Ave.
Cheyquetta Charvis

Kim Chin-Gibbons
63 North Prospect St.
Kim Chin-Gibbons

Mt. Pollux Music
1301 South East St.
Dan Kennedy

Roger Sonier DDS
196 North Pleasant St., #13
Roger Sonier

Strategic Investigations
339 Potwine Lane
Philip Kass

Three P Painting
79 Tracy Circle
Mohamed Ben-Slama

BELCHERTOWN

Amherst Self Storage
1270 Federal St.
Alejandro Levins

Cole’s Pest Control
2 Canal Dr.
Nicole Balboni

Go with the Flow
1035 Federal St.
Julie Leahey, Elizabeth Eggleston

MVM Contracting
156 Stebbins St.
Michael Martins

Nutrition Genesis
20 Sheffield Dr.
Gina Headrick

Photosynthesis
279 Old Enfield Road
Marie Ciosek

Pretty Pickings
41 Doe Hollow
Renate Robinson

Revive and Thrive
786 Franklin St.
Elizabeth Moody

EASTHAMPTON

Conscious Soma
37 Hannum Brook Dr.
Virginia Wilke

Cleaners MultiServices
11 Princeton Ave.
Rubio Perez, Sergio Raiza

LauraLee Sampere-Gagnon, LICSW
23 Federal St.
LauraLee Sampere-Gagnon

R&R Properties
13 Northampton St.
Stephen Robinson

Robinson Properties
13 Northampton St.
Stephen Robinson

HOLYOKE

3 Brothers Auto Sales & Repair
522 Maple St.
Maple Street Sales Corp.

AE Outfitters Retail Co.
50 Holyoke St.
AE Outfitters Retail Co.

Clean Queen Car Wash
185 South St.
Richard Sherwood, Nicole Stasz

David Alger Consulting
1 Deer Run
David Alger

Los Supreme Latin Cuisine
50 Holyoke St.
Marielys Rosado Torres

Monsoon Bistro
50 Holyoke St.
Jin Rong Zhang

Pandora
50 Holyoke St.
Pandora Ventures LLC

Real Dry Waterproofing
137 Dupuis Road
Stephen Wall

Rewarding Tax Services
284 Maple St.
Lidia Rodriguez

Reyes Income Tax and Bookkeeping
2257 Northampton St.
Enrique Reyes

PITTSFIELD

Berkshire Biscotti
11 Lombard St.
Berkshire Biscotti Inc.

Berkshire Concrete Repair
16 Hampshire St.
Michael Stewart Sr.

Berkshire Faceted Gemstones
494 Pomeroy Ave.
Daniel McMorris

Berkshire Fence Co.
1625 West Housatonic St.
Todd M. Driscoll Inc.

Berkshire Precision Paint Works
11 Myrtle St.
Berkshire Precision Paint Works LLC

BRC Transportation Service
120 Lyman St.
Bruno Rodrigues Camargos

Down the Garden Path
39 Windsor Ave.
William Morency

Email Overload Solutions
20 Lakecrest Dr.
Michael Einstein

Garden Blossoms Florist
97 First St.
Sean Colombari

Gino’s Pizza
1206 North St.
Filioglu LLC

Gustitos Boricuas
248 Dewey Ave.
Mariam Orengo

Hollywood Nails
351 North St.
Yen Thi Nguyen

Koto
795 Dalton Ave.
Sakura Hibachi Steakhouse Inc.

Peaslee’s Package & Variety
1 Wilson St.
Peaslee Inc.

Superior Sealcoat & Asphalt Service
19 Manchester Ave.
Superior Maintenance Group LLC

SOUTH HADLEY

Big Wide Smiles LLC
32 Willimansett St.
Karen Anne Lundsford

Teachin Beag LLC
112 River Road
Teachin Beag

Trinity Home Support LLC
52 Hadley St.
Trinity Home Support LLC

Wadsworth Birther and Family Care
16 Central Ave.
Taylor Wadsworth

WESTFIELD

Be There Travel
51 Court St.
Miyuki Johnson

Crispy Crepes
46 Chapel St.
Crispy Crepes

Green Groves Lawn Maintenance
5 Hickory Ave.
Green Groves Lawn Maintenance

Kettlebread Franchising Corp.
105 Meadow St.
Edward Grimaldi

Results in Wellness, LLC
93B Springfield Road
Results in Wellness, LLC

RKS Management
8 Dubois St.
Michael Stanley

Running Shoe Productions
273 Papermill Road
Running Shoe Productions

Savaria Painting
240 Sackett Road
Mark Savaria

Spritz Traveling Glow
22 Kellogg St.
Cynthia Barton

Storied Adventures
440 Falley Dr.
TJC Travel LLC

S.V. Tiling
31 Sunset Dr.
Serhii Vorobei

Triple 3 Racing
379 Russellville Road
Richard Miller

WEST SPRINGFIELD

AFC Urgent Care
18 Union St.
AFC Physicians of Massachusetts, P.C.

Asian Halal Market
20 River St.
Taqwa Inc.

Beauty Gate Salon & Spa
1646 Riverdale St.
Beauty Gate Salon & Spa

Custom Gutters
2385 Westfield St.
Custom Gutters

EpicVibe Production
117 Park Ave., Unit F3
EpicVibe Production

Guitar Center #556
935 Riverdale St.
Guitar Center Stores Inc.

Little George’s
2648 Westfield St.
Little George’s

Marties Floating Event Planning LLC
9 Willard Ave.
Marties Floating Event Planning LLC

Photography by Duval
439 Birnie Ave.
Madeline Duval Davidson

Pool Revolution
26 Fairview Ave.
Pool Revolution

Riverdale Inn
1500 Riverdale St.
Ram Sai LLC

Specialty Imported LLC
130 Allston Ave.
Specialty Imported LLC

Western Mass Hypnosis Center
201 Westfield St.
Western Mass Hypnosis Center

Bankruptcies

The following bankruptcy petitions were recently filed in U.S. Bankruptcy Court. Readers should confirm all information with the court.

Agyeiwaah, Afua
172 Talmadge Dr.
Springfield, MA 01118
Chapter: 7
Date: 03/22/2024

Bordeau, Mary Ellen T.
29 High St., Apt. 1
Lee, MA 01238
Chapter: 7
Date: 03/27/2024

Casa, Gail C.
38 Honeysuckle Dr.
Chicopee, MA 01022
Chapter: 7
Date: 03/30/2024

Cook, George Jayson
133 Donbray Road
Springfield, MA 01119
Chapter: 7
Date: 03/21/2024

Corchado, Cindy Marie
83 Wilton St.
Springfield, MA 01109
Chapter: 7
Date: 03/18/2024

Curran, Christopher
10 Pleasant St., Apt. D
Westfield, MA 01085
Chapter: 7
Date: 03/30/2024

Grogan, Kathleen P.
150 Oakland St.
Greenfield, MA 01301
Chapter: 7
Date: 03/30/2024

Habib, Edward J.
19 L St., 1st Fl.
Turners Falls, MA 01376
Chapter: 7
Date: 03/27/2024

Hallock, Brian
191 Ashland St., Apt. 201
North Adams, MA 01247
Chapter: 7
Date: 03/28/2024

Hector, James
67 Wentworth St.
Springfield, MA 01104
Chapter: 13
Date: 03/21/2024

Jaskulski, Linda A.
23 Hancock St.
Westfield, MA 01085
Chapter: 13
Date: 03/18/2024

Judd, Roger Gary
148 Templeton Road
Athol, MA 01331
Chapter: 7
Date: 03/25/2024

Kohm, Aaron M.
Kohm, Sarah F.
a/k/a Sugrue, Sarah F.
71 Lyman St.
South Hadley, MA 01075
Chapter: 7
Date: 03/22/2024

Labonte, Edward
41 Biltmore St.
Springfield, MA 01108
Chapter: 7
Date: 03/30/2024

Leduc, Scott R.
153 New Boston Road
Sturbridge, MA 01566
Chapter: 13
Date: 03/19/2024

Lucey, Robert A.
77 Imperial Ave.
Pittsfield, MA 01201
Chapter: 13
Date: 03/22/2024

Malanowski, Tim
206 Fairview Ave., Apt 1
Chicopee, MA 01013
Chapter: 7
Date: 03/21/2024

Medina, Eulogio Ferrer
70 Broadway St.
Chicopee, MA 01020
Chapter: 7
Date: 03/27/2024

Melnik, Natalya
86 Sheri Lane
Agawam, MA 01001
Chapter: 7
Date: 03/18/2024

Miller, Russell A.
14 Madison St.
Westfield, MA 01085
Chapter: 13
Date: 03/30/2024

Mogelinski, Carlos M.
42 Granville St.
Holyoke, MA 01040
Chapter: 7
Date: 03/28/2024

Morse, Shirley A.
174 Regency Park Dr.
Agawam, MA 01001
Chapter: 7
Date: 03/30/2024

Mullarkey, Matthew James
Mullarkey, Nicole Marie
488 Main Road
Granville, MA 01034
Chapter: 7
Date: 03/27/2024

Munoz, Jahayra
111 Manchester Ter.
Springfield, MA 01108
Chapter: 13
Date: 03/22/2024

Murphy, Michael R.
97 Prokop Ave.
Ludlow, MA 01056
Chapter: 7
Date: 03/18/2024

Peck, Stephan
84 Telegraph Ave.
Chicopee, MA 01020
Chapter: 7
Date: 03/26/2024

Sears, Regina M.
73 Ontario St.
Springfield, MA 01104
Chapter: 13
Date: 03/19/2024

Smith, Matthew J.
PO Box 399
Warren, MA 01083
Chapter: 13
Date: 03/30/2024

Sunderland, Matthew Whitney
132 Holyoke St.
Easthampton, MA 01027
Chapter: 7
Date: 03/27/2024

Velazquez, Osvaldo
Velazquez, Zoraida
80 Bircham St.
Springfield, MA 01104
Chapter: 7
Date: 03/20/2024

Wagner, Edward Bruce
180 Northampton St., Apt. L
Easthampton, MA 01027
Chapter: 7
Date: 03/28/2024

Real Estate

The following real estate transactions (latest available) were compiled by Banker & Tradesman and are published as they were received. Only transactions exceeding $115,000 are listed. Buyer and seller fields contain only the first name listed on the deed.

FRANKLIN COUNTY

ASHFIELD

1823 Hawley Road
Ashfield, MA 01330
Amount: $777,000
Buyer: Ian Adams
Seller: Vincent M. Biggs
Date: 03/29/24

BUCKLAND

35 Avery Road
Buckland, MA 01339
Amount: $554,000
Buyer: Finnivan FT
Seller: Marc H. Dodson
Date: 03/26/24

139 Main St.
Buckland, MA 01330
Amount: $290,000
Buyer: Albert E. Gray
Seller: Daniel Sonntag
Date: 03/29/24

DEERFIELD

Plain Road
Deerfield, MA 01342
Amount: $135,000
Buyer: Friends Of The Franklin
Seller: Adella T. Wrobleski RET
Date: 03/22/24

251 River Road
Deerfield, MA 01373
Amount: $585,000
Buyer: John Decoursy
Seller: Robert W. Doyle
Date: 03/28/24

36 Thayer St.
Deerfield, MA 01373
Amount: $245,000
Buyer: Anujkumar Dhamija
Seller: Nnpl TR
Date: 03/22/24

36 Thayer St.
Deerfield, MA 01373
Amount: $333,828
Buyer: Nnlp TR
Seller: Bertha F. Markowski
Date: 03/22/24

GILL

155 French King Hwy.
Gill, MA 01354
Amount: $794,450
Buyer: David Giard
Seller: Giknis, James A., (Estate)
Date: 03/22/24

Mountain Road
Gill, MA 01376
Amount: $794,450
Buyer: David Giard
Seller: Giknis James A., (Estate)
Date: 03/22/24

GREENFIELD

602 Bernardston Road
Greenfield, MA 01301
Amount: $800,000
Buyer: Parliament Redemption LLC
Seller: Stoneleigh Burnham School
Date: 03/20/24

616 Bernardston Road
Greenfield, MA 01301
Amount: $800,000
Buyer: Parliament Redemption LLC
Seller: Stoneleigh Burnham School
Date: 03/20/24

28 Colorado Ave.
Greenfield, MA 01301
Amount: $850,000
Buyer: 23-34 Colorado Ave. LLC
Seller: Allan E. Keyes
Date: 03/26/24

34 Colorado Ave.
Greenfield, MA 01301
Amount: $850,000
Buyer: 23-34 Colorado Ave. LLC
Seller: Allan E. Keyes
Date: 03/26/24

19 Highland Ave.
Greenfield, MA 01301
Amount: $536,500
Buyer: Steven J. Cohen
Seller: Dzanc Books Inc.
Date: 03/29/24

155-165 Main St.
Greenfield, MA 01301
Amount: $1,100,000
Buyer: Stonewall Entities LLC
Seller: Sherman Realty LLC
Date: 03/25/24

220-228 Main St.
Greenfield, MA 01301
Amount: $500,000
Buyer: Frank X. Cid
Seller: John Toro
Date: 03/22/24

220-228 Main St.
Greenfield, MA 01301
Amount: $300,000
Buyer: John Toro
Seller: Rolling js LLC
Date: 03/22/24

56 Rockland Road
Greenfield, MA 01301
Amount: $800,000
Buyer: Parliament Redemption LLC
Seller: Stoneleigh Burnham School
Date: 03/20/24

71-73 West St.
Greenfield, MA 01301
Amount: $280,000
Buyer: Maureen Pollock
Seller: Peter Kuzmeskus
Date: 03/25/24

HAWLEY

198 West Hawley Road
Hawley, MA 01339
Amount: $267,500
Buyer: Max Leh
Seller: Wayne R. Clark
Date: 03/26/24

90 West Hawley Road
Hawley, MA 01339
Amount: $225,000
Buyer: Wayne R. Clark
Seller: James M. Desrochers
Date: 03/26/24

LEVERETT

42 Cushman Road
Leverett, MA 01054
Amount: $450,000
Buyer: Nathan Y. Lumen
Seller: Michael L. Williams
Date: 03/29/24

MONTAGUE

39 Grove St.
Montague, MA 01376
Amount: $317,774
Buyer: Lakeview Loan Servicing LLC
Seller: David M. Shea
Date: 03/26/24

ORANGE

25 2nd St.
Orange, MA 01364
Amount: $380,000
Buyer: Ruth Isaac
Seller: Jericho Fellows
Date: 03/18/24

52 Briggs St.
Orange, MA 01364
Amount: $160,000
Buyer: Eli Miller
Seller: Norman Bartlett
Date: 03/29/24

232 East Main St.
Orange, MA 01364
Amount: $301,000
Buyer: Marvin Q. Turuy
Seller: Tyler Q. Grossman
Date: 03/27/24

673 East Main St.
Orange, MA 01364
Amount: $396,000
Buyer: Lestter Quintero
Seller: Dale O. Killip
Date: 03/18/24

87 Enfield Dr.
Orange, MA 01364
Amount: $415,000
Buyer: Christopher K. Hart
Seller: Melanson, Rhonda J., (Estate)
Date: 03/18/24

SHELBURNE

90 Mahawk Trail
Shelburne, MA 01370
Amount: $895,000
Buyer: Jeffrey M. Hayes
Seller: Susan M. Broadhurs
Date: 03/19/24

SUNDERLAND

62 Howard Hepburn Dr.
Sunderland, MA 01375
Amount: $622,500
Buyer: Elizabeth Mayers
Seller: Ryan J. Shea
Date: 03/21/24

495 Montague Road
Sunderland, MA 01375
Amount: $495,000
Buyer: Paul Jacobs
Seller: Laryssa Kachorowsky
Date: 03/20/24

HAMPDEN COUNTY

AGAWAM

7 Agnoli Place
Agawam, MA 01030
Amount: $200,000
Buyer: Haczynski Homes LLC
Seller: Linda M. Cardaropoli
Date: 03/20/24

22 Center St.
Agawam, MA 01001
Amount: $203,000
Buyer: Edward D. Foley
Seller: Mary A. Ruscio
Date: 03/20/24

42 Independence Road
Agawam, MA 01030
Amount: $460,000
Buyer: Rafael O. Cornier
Seller: Prime Partners LLC
Date: 03/18/24

31 Maple St.
Agawam, MA 01001
Amount: $460,000
Buyer: Zachary Riopelle
Seller: Maple Tree Rentals LLC
Date: 03/29/24

123-129 Riviera Dr.
Agawam, MA 01001
Amount: $740,000
Buyer: Yosmaira Deleon
Seller: Robert A. Desimone
Date: 03/26/24

106-108 Silver St.
Agawam, MA 01001
Amount: $185,000
Buyer: Oma Inc.
Seller: Chenevert Properties LLC
Date: 03/29/24

649-651 Springfield St.
Agawam, MA 01030
Amount: $342,000
Buyer: Matthew Czepiel
Seller: Christopher J. Frawley
Date: 03/29/24

90 Stewart Lane
Agawam, MA 01001
Amount: $281,000
Buyer: Edward Haskell
Seller: O’Neil, John, (Estate)
Date: 03/29/24

BLANDFORD

9 Cobble Mountain Road
Blandford, MA 01008
Amount: $339,000
Buyer: Pamela J. Coon
Seller: Beacon Home Buyers LLC
Date: 03/27/24

BRIMFIELD

59 Sutcliffe Road
Brimfield, MA 01010
Amount: $220,000
Buyer: Zi M. Zhao
Seller: Sam Zhao
Date: 03/27/24

CHICOPEE

62 6th Ave.
Chicopee, MA 01020
Amount: $250,000
Buyer: Frank Dingman
Seller: Debra J. Hilton
Date: 03/18/24

52 Access Road
Chicopee, MA 01020
Amount: $525,000
Buyer: William E. Poirier RET
Seller: Stefanie C. Adkison
Date: 03/29/24

157 Amherst St.
Chicopee, MA 01013
Amount: $285,000
Buyer: Rebeca Rios
Seller: Rafael Cornier
Date: 03/18/24

94 Arthur St.
Chicopee, MA 01013
Amount: $382,000
Buyer: Jose A. Negron
Seller: Wladyslaw Pikula
Date: 03/20/24

53 Barbara St.
Chicopee, MA 01020
Amount: $427,000
Buyer: Allen Benzenhafer
Seller: Alexis A. Karwowski
Date: 03/26/24

34 Beauchamp Ter.
Chicopee, MA 01020
Amount: $325,000
Buyer: Ricardo Ortiz
Seller: Alfredo R. Ortiz
Date: 03/26/24

13 Beston St.
Chicopee, MA 01013
Amount: $125,000
Buyer: Citrus Property Investors LLC
Seller: Christine Drost
Date: 03/18/24

83 Bonner St.
Chicopee, MA 01013
Amount: $234,000
Buyer: William Raleigh
Seller: Lena A. Perez
Date: 03/22/24

589 Burnett Road
Chicopee, MA 01020
Amount: $250,000
Buyer: David A. Deslauriers RET
Seller: James, Fred P., (Estate)
Date: 03/25/24

48 Gardner Road
Chicopee, MA 01013
Amount: $256,000
Buyer: Thomas R. Niemiec
Seller: Kathleen Niemiec
Date: 03/25/24

1075 Granby Road
Chicopee, MA 01020
Amount: $310,000
Buyer: Jonathan Rivera
Seller: Chang L. Jiang
Date: 03/26/24

147 Hampden St.
Chicopee, MA 01013
Amount: $285,000
Buyer: Livingwater Capital LLC
Seller: Sopheak Mar
Date: 03/25/24

13 Lorimer St.
Chicopee, MA 01013
Amount: $163,200
Buyer: Dnepro Properties LLC
Seller: Matthew D. Collins
Date: 03/28/24

1875 Memorial Dr.
Chicopee, MA 01020
Amount: $875,000
Buyer: URL Properties LLC
Seller: R. & T. Frattesi LLC
Date: 03/28/24

61 Montello Road
Chicopee, MA 01013
Amount: $175,000
Buyer: Yocasta Lara
Seller: Carroll, Robert, (Estate)
Date: 03/27/24

47 Moore St.
Chicopee, MA 01013
Amount: $350,000
Buyer: Lucy Wilson
Seller: Marek Grzejka
Date: 03/21/24

125 Nonotuck Ave.
Chicopee, MA 01013
Amount: $210,000
Buyer: Jrchr LLC
Seller: Wolfindale FT
Date: 03/22/24

115 Nutmeg Circle
Chicopee, MA 01020
Amount: $240,000
Buyer: William Boyd
Seller: Martha F. Kusiak FT
Date: 03/19/24

16 Reed Ave.
Chicopee, MA 01020
Amount: $360,000
Buyer: Carlos Cedeno
Seller: Glorimar Colon
Date: 03/29/24

48 Rimmon Ave.
Chicopee, MA 01013
Amount: $310,000
Buyer: Seth E. Lorusso
Seller: Brewster, Janet T., (Estate)
Date: 03/26/24

104 Springfield St.
Chicopee, MA 01013
Amount: $500,000
Buyer: Iglesia Cristiana Casa
Seller: Roman Catholic Bishop
Date: 03/29/24

EAST LONGMEADOW

102-104 Allyn St.
Holyoke, MA 01040
Amount: $394,000
Buyer: Mishaela L. Brennan
Seller: Kevin R. Lumb
Date: 03/20/24

9 Crescent Hill
East Longmeadow, MA 01028
Amount: $218,000
Buyer: Equity TR Co.
Seller: Sharon B. Coliss
Date: 03/28/24

311 Elm St.
East Longmeadow, MA 01028
Amount: $290,000
Buyer: Jeffrey Struening
Seller: Denise E. Degon
Date: 03/28/24

16 Hamlet St.
East Longmeadow, MA 01028
Amount: $189,000
Buyer: Fumi Realty Inc.
Seller: Donna Decorie
Date: 03/29/24

763 Homestead Ave.
Holyoke, MA 01040
Amount: $500,000
Buyer: Joseph Morrison
Seller: Mental Health Assn. Inc.
Date: 03/18/24

22 Knollwood Dr.
East Longmeadow, MA 01028
Amount: $360,000
Buyer: Julien Gour
Seller: Paul M. Gour
Date: 03/28/24

249 Millbrook Dr.
East Longmeadow, MA 01028
Amount: $787,000
Buyer: Joshua L. Matt
Seller: Leonard F. Pansa
Date: 03/29/24

HAMPDEN

5 Andrew Cir.
Hampden, MA 01036
Amount: $580,000
Buyer: Douglas P. Rosien
Seller: Lee M. Zuber
Date: 03/28/24

1 Saint Germain Road
Hampden, MA 01036
Amount: $589,000
Buyer: Vanessa A. Cienciwa
Seller: Thomas P. Addicks
Date: 03/29/24

277 Walnut St.
Holyoke, MA 01040
Amount: $175,000
Buyer: Abigail Glogower
Seller: Gail S. Bielizna
Date: 03/21/24

HOLLAND

203 Stafford Road
Holland, MA 01521
Amount: $310,000
Buyer: Anthony Roman
Seller: David J. Valego
Date: 03/26/24

HOLYOKE

72 Berkshire St.
Holyoke, MA 01040
Amount: $285,000
Buyer: James Poirier
Seller: Amador Diaz
Date: 03/26/24

1435-1451 Dwight St.
Holyoke, MA 01040
Amount: $1,500,000
Buyer: Dwight Ivy LLC
Seller: OneHolyoke Community Development Corp.
Date: 03/28/24

807-809 Dwight St.
Holyoke, MA 01040
Amount: $120,000
Buyer: Urbanist Capital LLC
Seller: Rodriguez, Dominga, (Estate)
Date: 03/25/24

346 Hillside Ave.
Holyoke, MA 01040
Amount: $217,600
Buyer: Ashley Oquendo
Seller: Priscilla J. Myers RET
Date: 03/27/24

9 Ivy St.
Holyoke, MA 01013
Amount: $1,500,000
Buyer: Dwight Ivy LLC
Seller: OneHolyoke Community Development Corp.
Date: 03/28/24

69-71 North East St.
Holyoke, MA 01040
Amount: $280,000
Buyer: Frilard LLC
Seller: Luis A. Gonzalez
Date: 03/25/24

1678 Northampton St.
Holyoke, MA 01040
Amount: $365,000
Buyer: John M. Barrett
Seller: Gallagher Properties LLC
Date: 03/28/24

1985 Northampton St.
Holyoke, MA 01040
Amount: $1,000,000
Buyer: Iglesia Apostolica Cristi
Seller: Foley Property Mgmt. Corp.
Date: 03/26/24

16 Washington Ave.
Holyoke, MA 01040
Amount: $385,000
Buyer: Sullymar N. Andujar
Seller: Gallagher Cap Group LLC
Date: 03/29/24

LONGMEADOW

72 Colton Place
Longmeadow, MA 01106
Amount: $455,000
Buyer: Alfons Skudlarek
Seller: Suzanne S. Warner LT
Date: 03/29/24

128 Converse St.
Longmeadow, MA 01106
Amount: $539,900
Buyer: Babatunde Idowu
Seller: Al-Tahoun TR
Date: 03/22/24

117 Edgewood Ave.
Longmeadow, MA 01106
Amount: $333,000
Buyer: Wendy L. Foy
Seller: A-O-K RT
Date: 03/22/24

51 Village Dr.
Longmeadow, MA 01106
Amount: $410,000
Buyer: Kelley A. Bergin
Seller: Stuart M. Ransom
Date: 03/18/24

198 Warren Ter.
Longmeadow, MA 01106
Amount: $335,000
Buyer: Mary L. Hammer
Seller: David M. Guthrie
Date: 03/25/24

18 Wimbleton Dr.
Longmeadow, MA 01106
Amount: $495,000
Buyer: Vincent J. Mariano
Seller: Jeffrey G. Clayton
Date: 03/29/24

LUDLOW

325 Alden St.
Ludlow, MA 01056
Amount: $287,000
Buyer: Ethan Jones
Seller: Nicholas J. Goncalves
Date: 03/29/24

764 Center St.
Ludlow, MA 01056
Amount: $370,000
Buyer: Nicholas J. Goncalves
Seller: Fengming Li
Date: 03/29/24

97 Church St.
Ludlow, MA 01056
Amount: $455,000
Buyer: Joseph Moore
Seller: Rodman Capital Group LLC
Date: 03/28/24

Deroche Circle, Lot 2
Ludlow, MA 01056
Amount: $210,000
Buyer: Peter E. Miccoli
Seller: Bourdeau, Robert D., (Estate)
Date: 03/22/24

Deroche Circle, Lot 3
Ludlow, MA 01056
Amount: $210,000
Buyer: Peter E. Miccoli
Seller: Bourdeau, Robert D., (Estate)
Date: 03/22/24

208 East St.
Ludlow, MA 01056
Amount: $335,000
Buyer: Branden Simard
Seller: Tiago B. Martins
Date: 03/19/24

132-134 East St.
Ludlow, MA 01056
Amount: $275,000
Buyer: Deny Kim
Seller: Joao Sanches
Date: 03/29/24

181 East St.
Ludlow, MA 01056
Amount: $225,000
Buyer: Sean Mckeever
Seller: William F. Richardson
Date: 03/18/24

80 Letendre Ave.
Ludlow, MA 01056
Amount: $130,000
Buyer: Nery L. De Leon Reyes
Seller: Manuel J. Salgado
Date: 03/20/24

59 Meadow St.
Ludlow, MA 01056
Amount: $305,000
Buyer: Robert Cunningham
Seller: Kevin P. Geissler
Date: 03/28/24

164 Prospect St.
Ludlow, MA 01056
Amount: $330,000
Buyer: Daniel Moriarty
Seller: Robert J. Lefebvre
Date: 03/22/24

348 West St.
Ludlow, MA 01056
Amount: $180,000
Buyer: Joyce D. Roswess
Seller: Clarke D. Kennedy
Date: 03/21/24

139 Yale St.
Ludlow, MA 01056
Amount: $282,000
Buyer: Joel F. Marques
Seller: Jose A. Dias
Date: 03/19/24

MONSON

124 Butler Road
Monson, MA 01057
Amount: $425,000
Buyer: Ray S. Frost
Seller: William J. Manning
Date: 03/28/24

32 Main St.
Monson, MA 01057
Amount: $200,000
Buyer: BD Construction LLC
Seller: BG Real Estate Inc.
Date: 03/29/24

PALMER

100 Breckenridge St.
Palmer, MA 01069
Amount: $285,000
Buyer: Hussein S. Akbar
Seller: Taylor, Eunice F., (Estate)
Date: 03/25/24

2022 Maple St.
Palmer, MA 01080
Amount: $355,000
Buyer: Ryan T. Micelotta
Seller: Jjb Builders Corp.
Date: 03/29/24

2018 Pleasant St.
Palmer, MA 01080
Amount: $370,000
Buyer: Sami Afiri
Seller: Paul Jones
Date: 03/29/24

RUSSELL

210 Pine Hill Road
Russell, MA 01071
Amount: $390,000
Buyer: Casey Belieu
Seller: Anatoliy Tereshchuk
Date: 03/20/24

69 West Main St.
Russell, MA 01071
Amount: $235,000
Buyer: Melissa King
Seller: Gerard J. Roy
Date: 03/27/24

468 Westfield Road
Russell, MA 01071
Amount: $450,000
Buyer: Alexis King
Seller: Marsha K. Montori
Date: 03/29/24

SPRINGFIELD

52-54 Adams St.
Springfield, MA 01105
Amount: $200,000
Buyer: Veteran Stan LLC
Seller: Raffaele Russo
Date: 03/20/24

106 Barber St.
Springfield, MA 01109
Amount: $150,100
Buyer: Jjj17 LLC
Seller: Federal National Mortgage Assn.
Date: 03/28/24

35-37 Bartlett St.
Springfield, MA 01107
Amount: $301,000
Buyer: Ariel Properties LLC
Seller: Topher Properties LLC
Date: 03/22/24

252 Bay St.
Springfield, MA 01109
Amount: $255,000
Buyer: Xavier Adorno
Seller: LKN Realty Investors LLC
Date: 03/21/24

84-86 Bowles St.
Springfield, MA 01109
Amount: $295,000
Buyer: MLB Property Mgmt. LLC
Seller: R. M. Blerman LLC
Date: 03/18/24

127 Bowles Park
Springfield, MA 01104
Amount: $340,000
Buyer: Bridgette A. Bethel
Seller: Tyler J. Ledbetter
Date: 03/28/24

58 Brewster St.
Springfield, MA 01119
Amount: $300,000
Buyer: Lydia I. Quiles
Seller: Aisha A. Pizarro
Date: 03/20/24

661 Carew St.
Springfield, MA 01104
Amount: $242,000
Buyer: Cuong Tao
Seller: Jjj17 LLC
Date: 03/28/24

115 Carroll St.
Springfield, MA 01108
Amount: $190,000
Buyer: M&M Renovations LLC
Seller: Fay Servicing LLC
Date: 03/18/24

120 Central St.
Springfield, MA 01105
Amount: $1,256,000
Buyer: H. P. Rum LLC
Seller: Springfield Gardens
Date: 03/28/24

408-410 Central St.
Springfield, MA 01105
Amount: $495,000
Buyer: Daphney Williams
Seller: Northern Flooring & Remodeling
Date: 03/20/24

700 Chestnut St.
Springfield, MA 01107
Amount: $183,000
Buyer: 700 Chestnut LLC
Seller: Grace R. Hatch
Date: 03/29/24

144 Denver St.
Springfield, MA 01109
Amount: $340,000
Buyer: Erica Arce
Seller: Emid Properties LLC
Date: 03/28/24

284 Denver St.
Springfield, MA 01109
Amount: $137,500
Buyer: Mlm Holdings LLC
Seller: Courageous Lion LLC
Date: 03/22/24

238 Edendale St.
Springfield, MA 01104
Amount: $249,000
Buyer: Heather Rusiecki
Seller: Lawrence R. Pelland
Date: 03/26/24

200 Florida St.
Springfield, MA 01109
Amount: $305,000
Buyer: Arnold C. Kamara
Seller: Robert J. Paskins
Date: 03/28/24

51 Fort Pleasant Ave.
Springfield, MA 01108
Amount: $2,496,000
Buyer: H. P. Rum LLC
Seller: Springfield Gardens 49-59 LP
Date: 03/28/24

56-60 Fort Pleasant Ave.
Springfield, MA 01108
Amount: $650,000
Buyer: H. P. Rum LLC
Seller: Springfield Gardens 56-60 LP
Date: 03/27/24

59 Fort Pleasant Ave.
Springfield, MA 01108
Amount: $2,496,000
Buyer: H. P. Rum LLC
Seller: Springfield Gardens 49-59 LP
Date: 03/28/24

66-68 Fort Pleasant Ave.
Springfield, MA 01108
Amount: $1,248,000
Buyer: H. P. Rum LLC
Seller: Springfield Gardens 66-68 120-1 LP
Date: 03/28/24

73-75 Glenham St.
Springfield, MA 01104
Amount: $362,000
Buyer: Juan Rodriguez
Seller: Stephen F. Burke
Date: 03/29/24

21 Greenwich St.
Springfield, MA 01107
Amount: $430,000
Buyer: Rafael Severino
Seller: Hlre Development LLC
Date: 03/20/24

42-44 Grover St.
Springfield, MA 01104
Amount: $290,000
Buyer: Flora Hernandez
Seller: Maria Santiago
Date: 03/20/24

129-131 Hamburg St.
Springfield, MA 01107
Amount: $360,000
Buyer: Rosario Del Rosario
Seller: Jessica Y. Gonzalez
Date: 03/18/24

100 Harvey St.
Springfield, MA 01119
Amount: $281,000
Buyer: Rukundo Bizimana
Seller: Ryan A. Reeves
Date: 03/27/24

157 Kensington Ave.
Springfield, MA 01108
Amount: $200,000
Buyer: Kelnate Realty LLC
Seller: Junior Properties LLC
Date: 03/22/24

161 Kensington Ave.
Springfield, MA 01108
Amount: $312,500
Buyer: Benjamin Lawlor
Seller: Dnepro Properties LLC
Date: 03/26/24

89 Lamont St.
Springfield, MA 01119
Amount: $306,000
Buyer: Sinclair Allen
Seller: Plata O. Plomo Inc.
Date: 03/18/24

29 Lancashire Road
Springfield, MA 01107
Amount: $230,000
Buyer: Carlos F. Gonzalez Diaz
Seller: Eric Cassidy
Date: 03/29/24

94 Lang St.
Springfield, MA 01104
Amount: $290,000
Buyer: Kehinde Oyedeji
Seller: Pah Properties LLC
Date: 03/26/24

17-19 Laurel St.
Springfield, MA 01107
Amount: $203,000
Buyer: Modern Creative Contracto
Seller: Carmen V. Dernandez
Date: 03/25/24

198-200 Leyfred Ter.
Springfield, MA 01108
Amount: $350,000
Buyer: Gilberto G. Perez
Seller: Miosol R. Rodriguez
Date: 03/26/24

34 Leyfred Ter.
Springfield, MA 01108
Amount: $425,000
Buyer: Ra Nou
Seller: Jose Cela
Date: 03/28/24

446 Liberty St.
Springfield, MA 01104
Amount: $515,000
Buyer: Mindruns Properties LLC
Seller: Mass Rentals LLC
Date: 03/21/24

54 Lincoln St.
Springfield, MA 01109
Amount: $400,000
Buyer: Finlay O. Oguku
Seller: Elizabeth Roccamo
Date: 03/29/24

22 Locust St.
Springfield, MA 01108
Amount: $420,000
Buyer: Locust22spfld LLC
Seller: Christine M. Tazzini
Date: 03/29/24

418 Longhill St.
Springfield, MA 01108
Amount: $355,000
Buyer: Prestigious One LLC
Seller: Yazan Haddad
Date: 03/26/24

83 Lorimer St.
Springfield, MA 01151
Amount: $290,000
Buyer: Bobbie C. Gentry
Seller: Christian B. Wiernasz
Date: 03/21/24

66 Melrose St.
Springfield, MA 01109
Amount: $263,000
Buyer: Lissette Compres
Seller: Federal Natl Mtg Assn
Date: 03/26/24

25-27 Merida St.
Springfield, MA 01104
Amount: $380,000
Buyer: Andre Ferdinand
Seller: Marianna Alvarado
Date: 03/21/24

24 Metzger Place
Springfield, MA 01104
Amount: $290,000
Buyer: Tracy Bradford
Seller: Judith M. Lemieux
Date: 03/18/24

30-32 Moulton St.
Springfield, MA 01118
Amount: $330,000
Buyer: Tiffany S. Clark
Seller: Ob Properties LLC
Date: 03/19/24

43 Ontario St.
Springfield, MA 01104
Amount: $290,000
Buyer: Jaime Duran
Seller: Sareen Properties LLC
Date: 03/26/24

352-354 Page Blvd.
Springfield, MA 01104
Amount: $262,500
Buyer: Equity TR Co.
Seller: Nicholas C. Pappas
Date: 03/20/24

1375 Page Blvd.
Springfield, MA 01104
Amount: $145,000
Buyer: Genevieve Construction Development Group Inc.
Seller: Meronda Richardson
Date: 03/26/24

130 Plumtree Road
Springfield, MA 01118
Amount: $190,000
Buyer: Linda A. McCarthy
Seller: Richard J. McCarthy
Date: 03/28/24

245 Plumtree Road
Springfield, MA 01118
Amount: $255,000
Buyer: Maureen E. Webber
Seller: Chad E. Joseph
Date: 03/28/24

333 Saint James Ave.
Springfield, MA 01109
Amount: $145,000
Buyer: Prestigious One LLC
Seller: Orleans RT
Date: 03/22/24

761 Saint James Ave.
Springfield, MA 01104
Amount: $380,000
Buyer: Efe Gunaydin
Seller: Larry Lawson
Date: 03/21/24

114 Saint James Blvd.
Springfield, MA 01104
Amount: $156,000
Buyer: Abfc 2004-Opt5 TR 2004-Opt
Seller: William L. Costigan
Date: 03/20/24

156 Shawmut St.
Springfield, MA 01108
Amount: $135,000
Buyer: Deepon Realty LLC
Seller: Everett Sexton
Date: 03/29/24

49 Sylvester St.
Springfield, MA 01109
Amount: $160,000
Buyer: 49 Sylvester Street LLC
Seller: Filipe L. Rodrigues
Date: 03/18/24

49 Sylvester St.
Springfield, MA 01109
Amount: $140,000
Buyer: Filipe L. Brito-Rodrigues
Seller: Stanwich Mtg. Loan TI
Date: 03/18/24

38 Tinkham Road
Springfield, MA 01129
Amount: $287,456
Buyer: Tinkham Road TR
Seller: Selana M. Picard
Date: 03/19/24

36 West Bay Path Ter.
Springfield, MA 01109
Amount: $336,000
Buyer: Hanna L. Carrabba
Seller: Maria I. Ortiz
Date: 03/29/24

113-115 Westford Ave.
Springfield, MA 01109
Amount: $415,000
Buyer: Luz Ramirez
Seller: Birch Properties LLC
Date: 03/28/24

28 Whitmore Dr.
Springfield, MA 01104
Amount: $235,000
Buyer: Lisandra Sepulveda
Seller: Kayla Nieves
Date: 03/21/24

182 Wrentham Road
Springfield, MA 01119
Amount: $260,000
Buyer: Alexis Ramos
Seller: Hector L. Marquez
Date: 03/28/24

SOUTHWICK

114 Congamond Road
Southwick, MA 01077
Amount: $531,000
Buyer: James Ferrara
Seller: Smith FT
Date: 03/29/24

82 North Lake Ave.
Southwick, MA 01077
Amount: $251,000
Buyer: Pah Properties LLC
Seller: Jennifer A. Ritter
Date: 03/29/24

TOLLAND

14 Brook Lane
Tolland, MA 01034
Amount: $345,000
Buyer: Richard D. King
Seller: David L. Letellier
Date: 03/20/24

141 Fox Den Road
Tolland, MA 01034
Amount: $115,000
Buyer: Jessica Woodward
Seller: Michael Clarke
Date: 03/29/24

147 Thicket Road
Tolland, MA 01034
Amount: $160,000
Buyer: Christopher Baker
Seller: Mclp Asset Co. Inc.
Date: 03/29/24

WEST SPRINGFIELD

478 Amostown Road
West Springfield, MA 01089
Amount: $341,500
Buyer: Vincenzo F. Suffriti
Seller: Kevin C. Huyghe
Date: 03/18/24

153 Bonnie Brae Dr.
West Springfield, MA 01089
Amount: $390,000
Buyer: Douglas J. Richard
Seller: Brian J. Kolodziej
Date: 03/21/24

46 Chestnut St.
West Springfield, MA 01089
Amount: $243,000
Buyer: Cameron G. MacDonald
Seller: Lismel Luciano
Date: 03/25/24

190 Hillcrest Ave.
West Springfield, MA 01089
Amount: $479,900
Buyer: 190 Hillcrest Ave. Inter-vivo TR
Seller: Premier Home Builders Inc.
Date: 03/27/24

576 Kings Hwy.
West Springfield, MA 01089
Amount: $310,000
Buyer: Talia J. Wujtewicz
Seller: Amber Beninati
Date: 03/22/24

178 New Bridge St.
West Springfield, MA 01089
Amount: $400,000
Buyer: Ddmns Realty LLC
Seller: New Bridge RT
Date: 03/29/24

76 New Bridge St.
West Springfield, MA 01089
Amount: $221,500
Buyer: Marc Dulaimy
Seller: Cascade Funding Mtg. TR HB1
Date: 03/29/24

6 Plateau Ave.
West Springfield, MA 01089
Amount: $263,500
Buyer: Omar Shehzad
Seller: Adam M. Ciborowski
Date: 03/18/24

54 Prince Ave.
West Springfield, MA 01089
Amount: $143,334
Buyer: Jennie L. Duprey
Seller: Richard C. Brown
Date: 03/27/24

80 Riverdale St.
West Springfield, MA 01089
Amount: $305,000
Buyer: Caring For Others Health
Seller: Fatima Apartments LLC
Date: 03/22/24

26 Sagamore Road
West Springfield, MA 01089
Amount: $250,000
Buyer: Liudmyla Slyusar
Seller: Karen Chmura
Date: 03/29/24

46 Wilder Ter.
West Springfield, MA 01089
Amount: $338,500
Buyer: Eric Perrier
Seller: Jon E. Polnack
Date: 03/27/24

WESTFIELD

36 Berkshire Dr.
Westfield, MA 01085
Amount: $275,000
Buyer: Carole L. Janicki
Seller: Lynette L. Litourneau
Date: 03/27/24

80 Egleston Road
Westfield, MA 01085
Amount: $735,000
Buyer: Luke & Diane Holdings Inc.
Seller: 80 Egleston Road LLC
Date: 03/19/24

152 Elizabeth Ave.
Westfield, MA 01085
Amount: $443,400
Buyer: Amanda M. Larose
Seller: Daniel B. Daley
Date: 03/18/24

12 Ellsworth St.
Westfield, MA 01085
Amount: $235,000
Buyer: Tgc Investments LLC
Seller: Linda R. Shepherd
Date: 03/26/24

143 Holyoke Road
Westfield, MA 01085
Amount: $330,000
Buyer: John Linscott
Seller: Maria Pantoja
Date: 03/22/24

23 Leonard Ave.
Westfield, MA 01085
Amount: $138,000
Buyer: Amenadiel RT
Seller: Urbanski, Michael J., (Estate)
Date: 03/18/24

229 Montgomery Road
Westfield, MA 01085
Amount: $412,500
Buyer: Christina S. Davies
Seller: Yurany Echeverri
Date: 03/28/24

10 Nicholas Lane
Westfield, MA 01085
Amount: $745,000
Buyer: Roy A. Swenson
Seller: Maksim I. Loboda
Date: 03/29/24

163 North Road
Westfield, MA 01085
Amount: $372,000
Buyer: Andrey Gnidenko
Seller: Michael D. Bryant
Date: 03/29/24

139 Root Road
Westfield, MA 01085
Amount: $230,000
Buyer: Fabian C. Montero
Seller: Kimberly A. Cowles
Date: 03/26/24

10 Union Ave.
Westfield, MA 01085
Amount: $350,000
Buyer: North Elm Realty Inc.
Seller: WF1 Realty LLC
Date: 03/27/24

48 Washington St.
Westfield, MA 01085
Amount: $284,836
Buyer: CrossCountry Mortgage LLC
Seller: Ashley Pacheco
Date: 03/19/24

WILBRAHAM

3075 Boston Road
Wilbraham, MA 01095
Amount: $280,000
Buyer: Yanqiong Zhang
Seller: Johnson Sr., William G., (Estate)
Date: 03/22/24

1016 Main St.
Wilbraham, MA 01095
Amount: $450,000
Buyer: Jacob Leblanc
Seller: Robert Sarasin TR
Date: 03/27/24

8 Maynard Road
Wilbraham, MA 01095
Amount: $435,000
Buyer: Max Majors
Seller: Diamond Home Improvement LLC
Date: 03/18/24

56 Oakland St.
Wilbraham, MA 01095
Amount: $528,000
Buyer: Seware Kangalu
Seller: Jonathan A. Delaunay
Date: 03/22/24

20 Railroad Ave.
Wilbraham, MA 01095
Amount: $325,000
Buyer: Luis Ortiz
Seller: Joseph O’Malley
Date: 03/27/24

106 Springfield St.
Wilbraham, MA 01095
Amount: $436,000
Buyer: Corey Sanders
Seller: Madison M. Chmyzinski
Date: 03/21/24

HAMPSHIRE COUNTY

AMHERST

44 Chapel Road
Amherst, MA 01002
Amount: $560,750
Buyer: Kristin M. Flewelling
Seller: Paul A. Schroeder
Date: 03/29/24

76 North Pleasant St.
Amherst, MA 01002
Amount: $1,333,337
Buyer: Lynn E. Payton
Seller: Bruce B. Payton
Date: 03/18/24

45 Oakwood Circle
Amherst, MA 01002
Amount: $725,000
Buyer: Jonathan C. Cheng
Seller: Helene Cunningham
Date: 03/20/24

9 Owen Dr.
Amherst, MA 01002
Amount: $980,000
Buyer: Michael A. Fox
Seller: John H. Fanton
Date: 03/19/24

BELCHERTOWN

62 Gold St.
Belchertown, MA 01007
Amount: $420,000
Buyer: Prinka Musa
Seller: James Walker
Date: 03/21/24

21 North St.
Belchertown, MA 01007
Amount: $275,000
Buyer: Laura R. Robinson
Seller: 6221 NT
Date: 03/21/24

203 South St.
Belchertown, MA 01007
Amount: $507,150
Buyer: Glenna J. Young
Seller: M. & F. Land Development LLC
Date: 03/25/24

45 West St.
Belchertown, MA 01007
Amount: $200,000
Buyer: Serenity FT
Seller: John P. Budz
Date: 03/27/24

CHESTERFIELD

185 East St.
Chesterfield, MA 01096
Amount: $420,000
Buyer: Luis M. Campos
Seller: Jesse C. Paszko
Date: 03/27/24

EASTHAMPTON

5-7 Clinton St.
Easthampton, MA 01027
Amount: $435,000
Buyer: Nicholas B. Difazio
Seller: Susan D. Colby
Date: 03/18/24

8 East Green St.
Easthampton, MA 01027
Amount: $475,000
Buyer: Sarrah Bogdanovitch
Seller: Lisa A. Darragh
Date: 03/29/24

181 East St.
Easthampton, MA 01027
Amount: $900,000
Buyer: Kevin R. Burke
Seller: Scott A. Richards
Date: 03/27/24

282 Loudville Road
Easthampton, MA 01027
Amount: $800,000
Buyer: Pineview Development LLC
Seller: Nicol FT
Date: 03/28/24

1 Louise Ave.
Easthampton, MA 01027
Amount: $490,000
Buyer: 1 Louise Ave. TR
Seller: Robert Scott
Date: 03/28/24

5 Orchard St.
Easthampton, MA 01027
Amount: $375,000
Buyer: Elizabeth Jensen
Seller: Yarasavych IRT
Date: 03/20/24

112 Plain St.
Easthampton, MA 01027
Amount: $335,000
Buyer: Priscilla Rosado
Seller: Connor, Maureen A., (Estate)
Date: 03/22/24

Pomeroy St., Lot 11
Easthampton, MA 01027
Amount: $160,000
Buyer: David A. Hardy Contractor
Seller: Cykowski FT
Date: 03/26/24

20 Searls St.
Easthampton, MA 01027
Amount: $407,000
Buyer: Jeston A. Sussman
Seller: Briana Taylor
Date: 03/28/24

GOSHEN

59 Aberdeen Road
Goshen, MA 01032
Amount: $375,000
Buyer: Anne M. Child
Seller: John S. Webb
Date: 03/29/24

GRANBY

6 Greenmeadow Lane
Granby, MA 01033
Amount: $350,000
Buyer: Gabriel C. Nelson
Seller: Travis C. Scheinost
Date: 03/18/24

HADLEY

63 East St.
Hadley, MA 01035
Amount: $725,000
Buyer: Pied Piper Properties LLC
Seller: 63 East Realty LLC
Date: 03/21/24

79 Mount Warner Road
Hadley, MA 01035
Amount: $650,000
Buyer: Vincent M. Biggs
Seller: John A. Mathews
Date: 03/29/24

13 Shattuck Road
Hadley, MA 01035
Amount: $615,000
Buyer: Aaron B. St.John
Seller: Helen Wang
Date: 03/19/24

40 Shattuck Road
Hadley, MA 01035
Amount: $377,000
Buyer: Paul A. Kelley
Seller: Tudryn, Thomas R., (Estate)
Date: 03/25/24

HATFIELD

8 Porter Ave.
Hatfield, MA 01038
Amount: $200,000
Buyer: Jennife R. Gwozdzik
Seller: Daniel E. Gwozdzik
Date: 03/29/24

129 Prospect St.
Hatfield, MA 01038
Amount: $319,299
Buyer: Avet RT
Seller: Freedom Mortgage Corp.
Date: 03/29/24

HUNTINGTON

26 Allen Coit Road
Huntington, MA 01050
Amount: $140,450
Buyer: Jake W. Lachapelle
Seller: Frank A. Dearinis
Date: 03/20/24

MIDDLEFIELD

143 Chipnan Road
Middlefield, MA 01243
Amount: $257,875
Buyer: Federal Home Loan Mtg. Corp.
Seller: Patricia L. McIntyre
Date: 03/22/24

NORTHAMPTON

1181 Burts Pit Road
Northampton, MA 01062
Amount: $365,000
Buyer: Justus Perry
Seller: Wendy Decou
Date: 03/21/24

3 Elm St.
Northampton, MA 01063
Amount: $1,100,000
Buyer: Sunwood Development Corp. Inc.
Seller: Roman Catholic Bishop
Date: 03/19/24

118 Florence St.
Northampton, MA 01053
Amount: $305,000
Buyer: Kevin Dubleday
Seller: Willis P. Brennan
Date: 03/18/24

Garfield Ave.
Northampton, MA 01060
Amount: $155,000
Buyer: Nu-Way Homes Inc.
Seller: Amity Perman
Date: 03/29/24

642 North Farms Road
Northampton, MA 01062
Amount: $699,000
Buyer: Krista Hennings-Vinocur
Seller: Timothy D. Scott
Date: 03/21/24

31 Park St.
Northampton, MA 01062
Amount: $450,000
Buyer: Healthy Neighborhoods Group LLC
Seller: Driscol, Ann C., (Estate)
Date: 03/18/24

SOUTH HADLEY

46 Ashton Lane
South Hadley, MA 01075
Amount: $700,000
Buyer: John B. Belknap
Seller: Susan R. Barry
Date: 03/29/24

11 Bardwell St.
South Hadley, MA 01075
Amount: $620,000
Buyer: Nicholas J. Bryda
Seller: Dpr Legacy Enterprises LLC
Date: 03/29/24

89 Bardwell St.
South Hadley, MA 01075
Amount: $400,000
Buyer: Patrick C. Fecher
Seller: Heath G. Molte
Date: 03/28/24

25 Chileab Road
South Hadley, MA 01075
Amount: $490,000
Buyer: Sandra Stoughton
Seller: Michael N. Gagnon
Date: 03/22/24

21 Maple St.
South Hadley, MA 01075
Amount: $200,000
Buyer: Kenna Magrath
Seller: Theresa M. Magrath
Date: 03/18/24

180 Old Lyman Road
South Hadley, MA 01075
Amount: $690,000
Buyer: Aqrs Realty LLC
Seller: Pmdm Realty LLC
Date: 03/18/24

48 River Road
South Hadley, MA 01075
Amount: $595,000
Buyer: Thomas Martin
Seller: Donna J. Sexton RET
Date: 03/28/24

SOUTHAMPTON

52 Cold Spring Road
Southampton, MA 01073
Amount: $350,000
Buyer: Eric Madsen
Seller: Paul J. Hendrick
Date: 03/28/24

77 Crooked Ledge Road
Southampton, MA 01073
Amount: $535,000
Buyer: Allison M. McFadden
Seller: Geoffrey R. Fleury
Date: 03/19/24

WARE

34 Berkshire Circle
Ware, MA 01082
Amount: $355,000
Buyer: Dale H. Vieu
Seller: Maxine M. Houle
Date: 03/27/24

13 Cherry St.
Ware, MA 01082
Amount: $338,920
Buyer: Felix L. Santana
Seller: Felix L. Santana
Date: 03/25/24

72 Eagle St.
Ware, MA 01082
Amount: $169,900
Buyer: Amy Mathison-Start
Seller: Angelina Roman
Date: 03/21/24

59 James Road
Ware, MA 01082
Amount: $619,000
Buyer: Kirsten Desjardins
Seller: Kristel L. Johnson
Date: 03/29/24

17 Pleasant St.
Ware, MA 01082
Amount: $258,000
Buyer: John P. Mogle
Seller: Gary J. Buelow
Date: 03/19/24

130 West Main St.
Ware, MA 00108
Amount: $225,000
Buyer: Emiliano Osmani
Seller: Marc A. Delrosario
Date: 03/22/24

88 West St.
Ware, MA 01082
Amount: $250,000
Buyer: Thomas Hubbard
Seller: Ebenzer Construction & Cleaning
Date: 03/22/24

WESTHAMPTON

71 Northwest Road
Westhampton, MA 01027
Amount: $434,817
Buyer: Scott Currie
Seller: James S. Kemper
Date: 03/20/24

WILLIAMSBURG

7 Depot Road
Williamsburg, MA 01039
Amount: $264,000
Buyer: Amie C. Burrell
Seller: Anna Pertzoff
Date: 03/29/24

WORTHINGTON

18 Old North Road
Worthington, MA 01098
Amount: $259,900
Buyer: Jacob Lessard
Seller: Linda Jackson
Date: 03/29/24

Building Permits

The following building permits were issued during the months of March and April 2024.

CHICOPEE

City of Chicopee
110 Church St.
$73,390 — Remove and replace existing ceiling tiles and lighting in various rooms at Police Department

City of Chicopee
154 Grove St.
$200,000 — Demolish one-story structure with basement, including slab and foundations; remove debris

EASTHAMPTON

Atomic Real Estate LLC
193 Northampton St.
$8,000 — Siding

Easthampton Congregational Church
116 Main St.
$16,025 — Air sealing and insulation in two attics

HADLEY

Gulmohar Realty Corp.
237 Russell St.
N/A — Install supply and return duct work

Montgomery Rose LLC
319 River Dr.
N/A — Verizon to upgrade and replace antenna and radio equipment

Pyramid Mall of Hadley Newco
373 Russell St.
N/A — Construct new Chase Bank branch with drive-thru ATM

NORTHAMPTON

The Building Trust LLC
83 Spring St.
$144,229 — Renovation

City of Northampton
300 North Main St.
$25,000 — Strip and reroof garden house at Look Park

Lathrop Community Inc.
680 Bridge Road
$184,189 — Insulation and weatherization of community room

Michael’s House LLC
71 State St.
$24,160 — Insulation in attic

Northampton Historical Society
66 Bridge St.
N/A — Install roof-mounted solar system

 

Recovery Real Estate Holdings LLC
178 Industrial Dr.
$15,255 — Change from storage to production space, install ERV unit

Smith Charities
51 Main St.
$393,000 — Masonry facade restoration

Smith College
53 West St.
$965,000 — Construct new greenhouse

Sullivan Real Estate LLC
125 State St.
$45,000 — Repairs to steps and throughout house

SPRINGFIELD

Baystate Medical Center Inc.
759 Chestnut St.
$172,138 — Alter interior space to expand three IT closets

Blackened Realty LLC
201 Worthington St.
$33,000 — Modifications to entrance doorway at Theodores’

Cal Rolling Hills LLC
365 Cadwell Dr.
$3,000,000 — Erect automotive service center

City of Springfield
299 Sumner Ave.
$88,750 — Roof repair at Cyr Arena in Forest Park

Dask Partnership
90 Carando Dr.
$43,000 — Alter interior commercial tenant space for Trane

Derf Realty Corp.
1 Carando Dr.
$280,000 — Alter interior office space on first floor, rework accessible ramp, add exterior roll-up door

Five Town Station LLC
400 Cooley St.
$11,440,166 — Renovate exterior facade and install exterior insulation, finishes, and new siding at Burger King

Lee Hyo Jung
587 Main St.
$107,000 — Make alterations to mercantile building for marijuana sales establishment

Nell Investments LLC
130 Union St.
$75,000 — Alter interior office space at Visual Sound Productions

Worthy III LLC
270 Worthington St.
$16,500 — Alter fire-protection sprinkler system

Daily News

NORTHAMPTON — The Center for EcoTechnology (CET), an environmental nonprofit dedicated to advancing just and resilient climate solutions, announced the appointment of Julia Riseman as its inaugural director of Philanthropic Investments. With her experience and commitment to climate-change mitigation, Riseman will help accelerate CET’s growth and impact during this decisive decade for decarbonization.

CET operates on the front lines of climate action, working in people’s homes and businesses every day to reduce waste, improve energy efficiency, and transition off fossil fuels.

Riseman brings a wealth of expertise in development strategy and relationship building, honed through her years of dedication to causes throughout the U.S. and Canada. Through consulting, she has helped organizations raise more than $350 million through her consulting firm, Riseman Consulting, and during her 14 years at the Harold Grinspoon Foundation, providing consulting services to grant-supported recipients.

Prior to becoming a consultant, she was the Development director at the Center School, an independent school in Amherst, and she co-founded two nonprofit organizations, Friends of Northampton Trails and Health in Harmony, an international environmental organization working with local communities to save rainforests in Brazil, Madagascar, and Indonesia. Her strategic vision and commitment to CET’s mission is expected to propel the organization into a new era of expansion and influence.

“We are thrilled to welcome Julia to CET,” said Ashley Muspratt, CET president and CEO. “Our organization is uniquely poised to weave together private-sector and philanthropic dollars to accelerate adoption of climate solutions. I’m eager to work with Julia to share our audacious vision for growth and innovation with new and existing donors.”

As director of Philanthropic Investments, Riseman will be instrumental in cultivating partnerships, securing funding opportunities, and fostering connections with stakeholders to fund targeted projects and further CET’s impact across a dozen states. Her leadership will play a pivotal role in advancing the organization’s strategic goals and expanding its reach across the country.

“I am honored to join the mission-driven team at CET,” Riseman said. “Together, we will harness the power of innovation and collaboration to drive meaningful progress. I look forward to inspiring many more people, including major donors and foundations, to support and amplify CET’s impact and create positive change.”