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NORTH ADAMS — The Massachusetts College of Liberal Arts (MCLA) Division of Graduate & Continuing Education will host a networking and mentoring session for new K-12 leaders on Tuesday, Sept. 30 from 4 to 6 p.m. at Berkshire Innovation Center in Pittsfield.

The event comes at a time of significant leadership transitions across local school districts and is designed to strengthen regional educational partnerships while providing support for newly appointed administrators.

“With significant leadership transitions occurring across local school districts, this gathering provides an opportunity to build relationships, offer support, and strengthen the professional network that connects MCLA with educational leaders throughout the Berkshires and beyond,” said Marianne Young, director of MCLA’s Leadership Academy. “These partnerships play a vital role in supporting current and future educators as they pursue advanced degrees and leadership development opportunities.”

The session will include appetizers and beverages as participants come together to celebrate educational leadership in the community. The event reflects MCLA’s broader commitment to supporting the regional educational ecosystem beyond its own boundaries. Educational leaders interested in attending can contact [email protected] for more details.

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Zeno Temple

SPRINGFIELD — Zeno Temple recently joined the Royal Law Firm as a legal assistant. He manages attorney calendars and deadlines; assists with litigation management, including drafting pleadings, discovery, and motions; and helps organize federal and state case files, pretrial documents, and exhibits.

Temple is completing his juris doctorate at Western New England University School of Law in the evening division. He has experience as a paralegal, supporting litigation in family law and civil matters, as well as externships in state and federal agencies where he assisted with legal research, drafting, and case management. Outside the office, he is active in community service and mentoring programs.

Business Talk Podcast Special Coverage

We are excited to announce that BusinessWest has launched a new podcast series, BusinessTalk. Each episode will feature in-depth interviews and discussions with local industry leaders, providing thoughtful perspectives on the Western Massachuetts economy and the many business ventures that keep it running during these challenging times.

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Episode 242: September 15, 2025

Joe Bednar talks to Nate Costa, President, Springfield Thunderbirds

The Springfield Thunderbirds enter their 10th season next month riding a series of highs — soaring attendance that has the team selling out the MassMutual Center on a regular basis and season ticket sales that have exceeded expectations, a robust program of community outreach, the opening of a new parking garage and event space outside the arena, and more. But team President Nate Costa says there’s always room to improve, both on the ice (not only wins and losses, but the fan experience) and off. On the next episode of BusinessTalk, Nate talks with BusinessWest Editor Joe Bednar about all that and more, including his own experience leading this franchise for the past decade, and the T-Birds’ cultural and economic importance to Springfield’s downtown and the entire region. It’s must listening, so tune into BusinessTalk, a podcast presented by BusinessWest.

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SPRINGFIELD — The Markens Group Inc. (TMG), a nationally accredited association management company headquartered in Springfield, announced a transition in ownership to Emily Leonczyk.

For many clients and community partners, this news will come as no surprise: Leonczyk has been leading day-to-day operations for more than three years. She now serves as president and CEO, carrying forward a legacy of success established by founder Ben Markens.

Founded in 1988 to serve trade and manufacturing associations in fiber-based sustainable packaging, TMG’s roots remain firmly planted in that industry. That foundation has enabled the company to expand its support to a wide range of professional, manufacturing, and medical associations, while remaining true to its original mission: helping member-driven organizations thrive.

“This is not a new beginning, but a continuation of the systems, culture, and team we have built together,” Leonczyk said. “Our work is about operationalizing the insights of volunteer leaders and helping member-driven organizations thrive. I am honored to carry forward Ben’s vision and to shape the future alongside my dynamic, hardworking, high-performing, and fun team.”

Markens, who founded the company 37 years ago alongside his friend and business partner, Andy Levkoff, and his wife and partner, Jennie, will continue to serve as an advisor.

“I am so proud to see TMG enter its next chapter under the leadership of Emily Leonczyk,” he said. “From the moment we began working together, it was clear that Emily shared the same principles that Jennie, Andy, and I set at the very beginning: do what is fair, have fun, and put relationships first. Emily grew from colleague to business partner to lifelong friend, and I could not be happier to see the legacy of this firm carried forward through her and the talented, passionate team in Springfield, Massachusetts.”

To honor Markens’ lasting influence, the company has established the Markens Mutuality Award, celebrating “the fiber of connection that strengthens our communities.” The inaugural award was presented to Ben Markens to commemorate the transition, recognizing his visionary leadership, ability to bring people together, and steadfast belief in the power of belonging and mutuality.

As part of the award, TMG will make an annual donation to a nonprofit chosen by each recipient. This year, the first donation will be made to the Mary Lyon Foundation, a cause close to Markens’s heart. The Mary Lyon Foundation, a long-standing partner of TMG, provides vital educational support and community resources to students and families in Western Mass. By selecting the foundation, Markens is not only honoring an organization whose mission reflects TMG’s own values of fairness, community, and mutual support, but also strengthening a partnership that has made a meaningful impact in the local community.

Going forward, the Markens Mutuality Award will be presented annually to a leader who embodies the TMG’s values, Leonczyk said. “The spirit of mutuality is the fiber that runs through TMG and the work we do to help associations build strong, connected communities.”

At the heart of this leadership transition is the TMG team itself, which she described as “the true strength behind everything we do.” The firm is proud to recognize the dedication, talent, and care of its growing staff, she added.

“I could spend hours celebrating the unique strengths each person brings to our success, but you’ll have to join us in person to hear me do that,” Leonczyk said. “What I will say is this: the power of association begins within our own walls. Discernment guides our decisions, curiosity fuels our ideas, and community grounds our work. At TMG, it starts with our team, the first community we serve, so together we can support our association clients with tenacity, purpose, and heart.”

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SPRINGFIELD — To accommodate Big E fairgoers that need some assistance getting to the grounds on weekends, ESE has again partnered with King Gray Coach Lines to provide shuttles to the fair from Union Station in Springfield.

The Hartford line offers rail service to Springfield’s Union Station, where free shuttles take guests to the Big E on Saturdays and Sundays. Shuttles depart from Union Station’s Gate 24. ADA vehicles require advanced reservations. Reservations should be made 24 to 48 hours prior to arrival at Union Station. Call King Gray Coach Lines at (413) 593-3939 to make a reservation.

Guests are encouraged to use public transportation and seek alternate parking and routes to the Big E. To find the shuttle schedule and purchase tickets to the fair, visit thebige.com.

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BOSTON — The Boston Business Journal recently honored Berkshire Bank as a Top Charitable Contributor in Massachusetts for the 13th consecutive year at its 2025 Corporate Citizenship Awards.

“Nonprofits are the heart of our communities, offering vital support and hope to those facing challenges,” said Lori Kiely, managing director of the Berkshire Bank Foundation. “Berkshire has a long history of partnering with many organizations to help build stronger, more resilient communities, and we remain deeply committed to continuing that legacy.”

This annual Boston Business Journal honor showcases companies that prioritize giving back to their communities.

“It is with honor that we present our list of the Top Charitable Contributors in Massachusetts, companies who gave $100,000 or more to Massachusetts-based in charities in 2024,” said Carolyn Jones, market president and publisher of the Boston Business Journal. “Collectively, they gave more than $416 million in cash contributions, a true example of the business community coming together to help those in need. We are proud to celebrate these organizations who give both money and time to make Boston a stronger and better place for all.”

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SPRINGFIELD — Freedom Credit Union is once again putting community safety first by hosting free fall shred days at four locations this September. Open to members and the general public, these events provide a secure way to safely dispose of sensitive documents that should never be discarded in household trash.

“Protecting personal information is critical in today’s world,” Freedom Credit Union President Glenn Welch said. “We host shred days to give our members and neighbors peace of mind, knowing their documents will be securely destroyed and kept out of the hands of scammers and identity thieves.”

Community members are encouraged to bring unwanted paperwork such as old bills, bank statements, tax returns, and other personal documents. Shredding services are provided at no cost, with a limit of up to five file boxes or paper shopping bags per vehicle.

The dates and locations are Saturday, Sept. 13 from 9 to 10 a.m. at 1976 Memorial Dr., Chicopee, and 11 a.m. to noon at 645 Center St., Ludlow; and Saturday, Sept. 20 from 9 to 10 a.m. at 54 Fair St., Northampton, and 11 a.m. to noon at 74 Main St., Greenfield.

Freedom invites all members of the community to take advantage of this free opportunity to securely declutter and protect their personal information.

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BOSTON — The Red Sox Foundation announced the creation of its Special Recognition Award, granting $750,000 in its inaugural year to support large-scale, high-impact community investments. The first honorees, Square One and the Pedro Martinez Foundation, will use the funding to expand educational opportunities and strengthen community resources in underserved areas of the Dominican Republic and Western Mass.

Each year, the award initiative will allow the foundation’s board of directors to award transformative gifts to nonprofit partners advancing its mission in education and recreation. The Special Recognition Award expands on the foundation’s existing mission and programs, with honorees identified and selected directly by the Red Sox Foundation board of directors.

The inaugural recipients will be formally recognized with on-field check presentations during pregame ceremonies today, Sept. 12, at Fenway Park before the 7:10 p.m. Red Sox-Yankees game.

“From the start, the Red Sox Foundation has aimed to do more than provide incremental support,” Red Sox Foundation Chairman Tom Werner said. “We want to spark meaningful, lasting change. Many of our programs already reflect that philosophy, whether through mentorship, veteran services, or partnerships that strengthen families and neighborhoods. With the Special Recognition Award, we are building on that foundation by committing to a few larger-scale donations each year that will make significant impact. For many organizations, this kind of investment can be transformative, and our hope is that it helps empower families, expand opportunities for young people, and create outcomes that endure for generations.”

Square One of Springfield will receive $400,000 to support the construction of an outdoor learning center and play space for preschool-aged children, part of the organization’s ongoing $19 million “Back to Square One” capital campaign to rebuild its campus after a tornado destroyed its South End facility in 2011.

“For more than 140 years, Square One has been Springfield’s anchor for early education and family stability — through tornadoes, economic shifts, and global crises. Our ‘Back to Square One’ capital campaign is about restoring and renewing those critical services where they’re needed most, and the Red Sox Foundation’s recognition is paramount to its success,” said Dawn DiStefano, president and CEO of Square One. “These funds will create an outdoor learning center grounded in a play-based, trauma-informed curriculum tailored to the families we serve. We’re not just building a new campus — we’re nurturing lifelong learners, confident parents, and a stronger community.”

The Pedro Martinez Foundation will receive $350,000 toward the creation of a new library inside its Community & Health Center in Manoguayabo, Dominican Republic. The Red Sox have deep ties to the Dominican Republic through both player development and community engagement, including the foundation’s longstanding Lindos Sueños program, a partner of the Pedro Martinez Foundation. The new library will provide reading areas, computer access, and study spaces for more than 1,700 students, while also serving adult community members.

“Growing up in the Dominican Republic, I experienced firsthand the struggles that many children face — limited access to education, healthcare, and overall safe spaces where kids can be kids. The Pedro Martinez Foundation’s mission from the start has been to provide children with opportunities to thrive in life despite their challenges,” said former Red Sox pitcher Pedro Martinez, who was inducted into the Major League Baseball Hall of Fame in 2015. “This award will help us build a library located in our Community Center that will become a place of learning and imagination for thousands of students and their families. We are grateful to the Red Sox Foundation for investing in future generations of the Dominican Republic.”

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EASTHAMPTON — bankESB announced a $20,000 commitment over the next two years to support the construction of a new ADA- and safety-compliant play structure at Hilltown Cooperative Charter Public School in Easthampton. This donation underscores the bank’s ongoing dedication to supporting inclusive education and community well-being.

The planned playground upgrade will replace aging equipment with a modern, accessible, and safe play structure designed for all students, including those with disabilities. The new structure will meet current Americans with Disabilities Act standards and incorporate essential safety features, ensuring a welcoming space for all children to play and grow together.

“bankESB is proud to support Hilltown Cooperative Charter Public School in creating a safe, inclusive play environment for their students,” said Matthew Sosik, president and CEO of bankESB. “Play is a vital part of a child’s development, and we’re committed to helping build a space where every child feels included and secure.”

Hilltown Cooperative Charter Public School serves over 200 students from across the Pioneer Valley, fostering a collaborative and creative learning community. The playground improvement is a key part of the school’s efforts to ensure all children — regardless of physical ability — can participate fully in daily activities.

“We are deeply grateful for bankESB’s generosity,” said Chris Kusek, head of school at Hilltown Cooperative Charter Public School. “We’ve been raising funds to build this playground for a few years now, and it’s such a joy to see the students come back this school year to such a wonderful structure. We could not have done this without the support of bankESB.”

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MONSON — Monson Savings Bank announced a pledge of $20,000 to Educare Springfield, reinforcing its commitment to early childhood education and community development. The donation was commemorated with the unveiling of Monson Savings Bank’s name on Educare’s interactive donor wall.

The celebration brought together key leaders from both organizations, including Monson Savings Bank President and CEO Dan Moriarty and Executive Vice President and COO Michael Rouette, alongside Educare Springfield Executive Director Nikki Burnett, who also serves on Monson Savings Bank’s board of directors and trustees, and School Director Amy Stec.

“We are proud to support Educare Springfield and the incredible work they do to ensure every child has access to high-quality early education,” Moriarty said. “This investment reflects our belief in the power of education to transform lives and strengthen communities.”

Rouette added that “it’s inspiring to see the impact Educare is making in Springfield. We’re honored to be part of their mission and look forward to seeing the continued growth and success of the children and families they serve.”

Educare Springfield is part of a national network of early childhood schools that use data-driven practices to prepare children for success in school and life. Educare believes that everyone deserves a fair chance to achieve their dreams, and it starts by leveling the playing field from an early age.

“Monson Savings Bank’s support means so much to our organization,” Burnett said. “Their generosity helps us continue providing innovative, research-based education to our youngest learners. As someone who serves both organizations, I see firsthand how closely aligned our values are, especially our shared commitment to empowering the community through education and opportunity.”

Stec added that “having Monson Savings Bank’s name on our donor wall is a powerful symbol of partnership. It shows our children and families that the community believes in them and their potential.”

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SPRINGFIELD — Shatz, Schwartz and Fentin, P.C. announced it has been ranked in the inaugural Chambers Spotlight Massachusetts Guide, a new ranking from the internationally recognized legal research company Chambers and Partners. The firm was honored for its expertise in corporate/commercial law and trusts and estates law.

Notably, Shatz, Schwartz and Fentin is the only firm in Western Mass. ranked in either category, underscoring its unique position as a leading resource for businesses and individuals seeking sophisticated legal counsel outside of Boston.

The Chambers Spotlight rankings are awarded to select small and mid-sized law firms that demonstrate exceptional skill and results in their practice areas, based on Chambers’ rigorous, independent research. The Massachusetts Spotlight Guide is available at chambers.com.

“This is a prestigious honor, and we are proud to be recognized by Chambers and Partners, an organization respected worldwide for its thorough, research-driven rankings,” said attorney Michael Fenton, a shareholder at Shatz, Schwartz & Fentin. “As a firm that delivers top-tier legal services while maintaining the personal attention of a boutique practice, this ranking reflects the dedication, expertise, and commitment of our entire team.”

While the Massachusetts firms typically ranked by Chambers are ‘big law’ organizations, the Spotlight Massachusetts Guide highlights a small, select group of high-performing mid-sized firms, giving them visibility to general counsel, attorneys, and business leaders worldwide. Currently, no other Massachusetts firms have been announced in this edition.

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PITTSFIELD — This September and October, Greylock Federal Credit Union will host four free community workshops on the topics of insurance, avoiding debt, building credit, and Medicare.

On Monday, Sept. 15, “Insurance Basics” (in Spanish) will be offered via Zoom from 5:30 to 7 p.m. This informative session, led by licensed staff from the Greylock Insurance Agency, will focus on auto coverage and include a Q&A session for other insurance-related topics.

On Wednesday, Oct. 1, “Avoiding the Gift of Debt” will be held via Zoom from 6 to 6:45 p.m., and will outline strategies to avoid debt during the holiday season.

On Monday, Oct. 6, “Credit Ability: Build a Strong Credit History” (in Spanish), a hybrid workshop, will help participants understand the need to build credit, the significance of credit scores, ways to establish credit, and how to use credit wisely. Participants are welcome to join in person from 5:30 to 6:30 p.m. at the Greylock Community Empowerment Center, 75 Kellogg St., Pittsfield, or join via a Zoom option.

On Wednesday, Oct. 29 at 6 p.m., a virtual workshop, “Preparing for Medicare 101 and Open Enrollment Changes 2025,” will help prepare recent retirees and those looking to retire in near future. This event is presented in partnership with Elder Services of Berkshire County.

For more information and to register, visit www.greylock.org/cec.

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HOLYOKE — Holyoke Mall announced that Urban Planet x Charlotte Russe is the newest addition to its retail lineup, located on the upper level near Best Buy.

To celebrate the grand opening, the store will host a ribbon cutting ceremony today, Sept. 12, at 9:45 a.m., and the public is invited to join the festivities. Shoppers can look forward to an exciting in-store experience featuring a prize wheel with exclusive giveaways.

The celebration continues on Saturday, Sept. 13, as the first 100 customers to enter the store will receive a gift bag. Shoppers can also enjoy a vibrant in-store atmosphere, with music provided by a live DJ from noon to 4 p.m.

Urban Planet x Charlotte Russe is a new concept that brings together two popular fashion brands in one stylish destination. The store offers apparel, footwear, and accessories for men and women, with a focus on inclusive, versatile styles.

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HOLYOKE — Attorney Karen Jackson of Jackson Law in Holyoke will lead a three-course series on estate planning at Holyoke Community College beginning Oct. 9 from 6 to 7:30 p.m.

“Powerful Tools to Save the Home and Other Assets from the Nursing Home Bill” will continue on Oct. 16 and 23, also from 6 to 7:30 p.m. Participants will hear a high-level overview of MassHealth’s financial requirements, “so MassHealth, not the family, funds any necessary long-term nursing home care,” Jackson explained.

She will also explain the benefits of what she calls the “powerful tools in estate planning” — the irrevocable trust, the caregiver child exception, the adult disabled child exception, the Medicaid qualified annuity, pooled trusts, and long-term care insurance. “I will explain the benefits and limitations of each of these tools and will invite and encourage questions,” Jackson said.

The cost for the series is $179. To register, call (413) 552-2320.

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NORTHAMPTON — D.A. Sullivan & Sons Inc. (DAS), a general contracting firm based in Northampton, has been named a 2025 Health New England Well Worth It Award recipient at the Bronze level for successful worksite health promotion and employee health improvement. The award recognizes DAS’s commitment to its employees’ overall health and their achievements in implementing health and wellness programs during the previous year.

This recognition underscores DAS’s commitment to supporting the overall well-being of its employees through programs that nurture physical, mental, and emotional health. In addition to providing comprehensive health coverage for employees and their families — including life and disability insurance — DAS has invested in resources that promote a balanced and active lifestyle. Recent initiatives include the creation of a private fitness studio, the addition of indoor and outdoor recreational spaces, and encouragement of employee participation in community activities such as volunteer programs and charitable races.

“The Well Worth It Award allows Health New England to recognize our employer groups who work hard to provide their employees the opportunity to focus on overall well-being, both personally and professionally,” said Katie Bruno, manager of Quality Improvement Programs for Health New England. “DAS has demonstrated our mission of helping to improve the health and lives of the people living in our communities with its commitment to wellness in the areas of awareness generation, education, skills development, and self-confidence. We are excited to recognize DAS for always being caring, thoughtful, and committed to helping employees thrive.”

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PITTSFIELD — Mill Town Foundation and Let It Shine Public Art Partnership announced the unveiling of a new mural by artist Jahna Rae. The mural, titled “Harvest of Hope,” is an 18- by 80-foot fruit market inspired work that honors the history of the Morningside neighborhood in Pittsfield.

A community unveiling celebration will take place on Tuesday, Sept. 23 from 4 to 5 p.m. at 250 Tyler St., Pittsfield (rain date: Friday, Sept. 26). This free, family-friendly event will feature remarks from the artist and community partners, complimentary apple cider and donuts, and games and activities for all ages.

Inspired by the site’s history as one of Morningside’s earliest fruit markets, Rae’s mural transforms that legacy into a vivid, dynamic work of art that both celebrates the neighborhood’s roots and enlivens its present.

“I feel like this mural is sentimental to me now that I’ve become a mother and I’m trying to ensure that my son grows up to be a good man, the type of man that leads with not only integrity, honesty, and kindness, but also a softness that the world needs,” Rae said. “This way, he will be more likely to instill that in his future family. This is how I think we can heal the world.”

The mural project is managed by Huck Elling, Let It Shine committee member. The organization thanks building owner Salam Herbert, as well as Choices Mentoring Initiative and R.O.P.E. for their volunteer support in preparing the wall.

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AGAWAM — The Harold Grinspoon Charitable Foundation (HGCF) has launched a new initiative to support local agriculture while providing office staff with fresh, healthy food. For 12 weeks this summer, the foundation purchases vegetables directly from local farms and makes them available to employees each Tuesday.

Every two weeks, a different farm has been featured, showcasing the rich variety of produce grown across the region. Participating farms to date include Ray’s Family Farm in Southwick, Granny’s Place in Agawam, Red Fire Farm in Montague, and Bardwell Farm in Hatfield.

“This is a win-win program,” said Harold Grinspoon, founder of both the foundation that bears his name and the Local Farmer Awards program, “Our staff get to enjoy the freshest, most delicious vegetables, and at the same time, we are putting real dollars into the hands of local farmers who work so hard to feed our communities.”

Employees have embraced the weekly deliveries. “It’s such a highlight of the week to come into the office and bring home fresh vegetables straight from local farms,” said Joe Ruotolo, director of Employee Technology.

The program is designed not only to strengthen the connection between staff and the farming community, but also to model how businesses can make a direct, positive impact. By sourcing food directly from local farms, the Harold Grinspoon Charitable Foundation is contributing to farm sustainability, supporting the local economy, and encouraging healthier eating habits.

Cover Story Healthcare Heroes

Since BusinessWest and the Healthcare News created the recognition program known as Healthcare Heroes in 2017, the initiative has more than succeeded in its quest to identify true leaders — not to mention inspiring stories — within the region’s large and vitally important healthcare sector.

The award was created to recognize those whose contributions to the health and well-being of this region, while known to some, needed to become known to all. And that is certainly true this year.

Go HERE to see the 2025 Healthcare Heroes Digital Flipbook

Click on the names below to read  each story of this years Healthcare Heroes:

Healthcare Educator

Andrea Bertheaud

Clinical Assistant Professor, Elms College

Community Health

Linda Koh

Assistant Professor,
Elaine Marieb College of Nursing at UMass Amherst

Lifetime Achievement

Dr. Thomas Lincoln

Physician And Associate Professor of Medicine,
Baystate Health

Community Health

Areliz Barbosa

Clinical Assistant Professor
and Senior Project Coordinator, Bay Path University

Emerging Leader

Chrissy Humason

Nursing Supervisor and
Stroke Coordinator,
Baystate Noble Hospital

Healthcare Provider

Cindy Leonard

Infusion Manager,
Sister Caritas Cancer Center at Mercy Medical Center

Healthcare Administrator

Dr. Yannis Raftopoulos

Director, Holyoke Medical Center Weight
Management Program

BusinessWest and the Healthcare News will celebrate this year’s honorees on Thursday, Oct. 22 at the Log Cabin in Holyoke. Tickets cost $95, and tables of 10 are available. To purchase tickets, GO HERE

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AMHERST — UMass Amherst and the Tech Foundry announced a new collaboration enabling staff and community members of the Springfield workforce development nonprofit to complete their undergraduate degrees through the university’s flexible, customizable online program.

Tech Foundry members can take classes, receive academic counseling, and map their educational pathway through UMass Amherst’s University Without Walls Department of Interdisciplinary Studies (UWW-IS), a leader in flexible, non-traditional, adult-focused education. The new collaboration reflects the university’s commitment to increasing access to public higher education while increasing workforce capacity across the Commonwealth.

“This partnership illustrates our continued efforts to promote the common good by connecting UMass to the community and the community to UMass,” Chancellor Javier Reyes said. “Our goal is to identify students with untapped potential, develop their skills, and produce graduates who are ready to meet the critical workforce needs of employers in the region.”

Current UWW-IS admission requires 12 transferrable college credits and a 2.0 GPA for adults who did not previously attend UMass Amherst. As part of its unique program, UWW-IS offers credit for prior learning or life experience. Under the agreement, students who are accepted into UWW-IS and have completed Tech Foundry’s 18-week immersive hybrid training program will receive 15 credits via special transcript, which is equivalent to a full semester courseload. UMass Amherst students need a minimum of 120 credits to earn a bachelor’s degree.

The collaboration builds on earlier programs in which UMass Amherst IT provided internships for Tech Foundry trainees.

“Tech Foundry’s senior team has been collaborating with various members of UMass leadership in a variety of ways over the last couple of years. Our partnership has evolved to include working with the IT staff on workforce priorities and employment opportunities,” said Tricia Canavan, CEO of Tech Foundry. “Earning transferrable credits for the University Without Walls Interdisciplinary Program through Tech Foundry’s IT workforce program is an important expansion of opportunity for our students and strengthens UMass’s multi-faceted partnership with Tech Foundry significantly.”

UWW-IS Department Administrator Siobhan Henderson said the collaboration also enhances UWW’s longtime relationship with Springfield area residents. “We are committed to meeting learners where they are — professionally, academically, and geographically. This collaboration aligns with our UWW-IS mission that was founded more than 50 years ago: to open doors to adults who thought achieving a bachelor’s degree was unattainable.”

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LUDLOW — Freedom Credit Union announced that Richard Merrifield Jr. has joined its Ludlow branch as branch officer, where he leads a team focused on delivering exceptional service and personalized financial solutions for members.

Merrifield brings more than a decade of experience in banking and credit unions, with a strong background in branch operations, lending, and community engagement. Before joining Freedom in 2025, he served as banking center assistant manager at PeoplesBank in Northampton.

“Richard’s experience and community-focused approach make him a wonderful fit for our team in Ludlow,” said Glenn Welch, president and CEO of Freedom Credit Union. “We are excited to welcome him and look forward to the positive impact he will have on our members and the community.”

Active in the community Merrifield is an ambassador for the East of the River Five Town Chamber of Commerce and supports volunteer efforts throughout Hampshire and Hampden counties. He earned an associate degree in business administration from Middlesex Community College.

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MONSON — Monson Savings Bank recently provided a $2,500 donation to the Women’s Empowerment Scholarship as a part of its 2025 Community Giving Initiative.

Dan Moriarty, president and CEO of Monson Savings Bank, and Michael Rouette, the bank’s executive vice president and chief operating officer, met with Cori Medeiros, vice president of the Women’s Empowerment Scholarship, at the bank’s Loan and Operations Center in Wilbraham to present the donation.

“We are excited to present Cori with this donation knowing that it will be used to help support local women reach their education goals,” Moriarty said. “Monson Savings is honored to support the Women’s Empowerment Scholarship year after year.”

As a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization, the Women’s Empowerment Scholarship works to invest in the future of females in Greater Springfield communities by encouraging and empowering them to pursue higher education. The foundation provides educational grants to women while paying special attention to women entering one of many male-dominated career paths, including, but not limited to, science, technology, engineering, finance, and law. In aiding women financially, the Women’s Empowerment Scholarship team aims to propel their careers and allow them to shatter stereotypes.

“The recurring support we have received from the Monson Savings Bank Community Giving Initiative is always so meaningful,” Medeiros said. “We would not be able to fulfill our mission without our supporters.”

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EASTHAMPTON — BankESB awarded a $2,500 sponsorship grant to support Cancer Connection’s annual Harvest Dinner, taking place this year on Thursday, Oct. 16 at Union Station in Northampton.

The Harvest Dinner is one of Cancer Connection’s most important fundraisers, and bankESB’s support will help underwrite the costs of the event and allow the organization to raise more funds for its programs. This festive evening brings the Cancer Connection community together and raises critical funds to bring support groups, integrative therapies, and educational programs to more cancer patients and their caregivers. The event will include a cocktail hour, farm-to-table dinner, silent auction, and a program of speakers.

Cancer Connection, the only independent cancer support center in the area, is celebrating its 25th anniversary in 2025.

“bankESB’s grant makes a huge difference not only in the success of our Harvest Dinner, but in setting an example of local businesses supporting Cancer Connection,” said Chelsea Kline, executive director of Cancer Connection. “Their sponsorship really demonstrates bankESB’s values in caring for people in the community — and that helps Cancer Connection care for more people in our community.”

To provide services and keep them free, Cancer Connection relies on donations from individuals and community-minded businesses such as bankESB, events such as the Mother’s Day Half Marathon, Harvest Dinner, and Grateful Bed Tour; proceeds from the Cancer Connection Thrift Shop; foundation grants; and community fundraisers. Increased support will allow Cancer Connection to meet rising needs and help address barriers to care with outreach to underserved communities.

Founded in 2000, Cancer Connection’s mission is to provide a haven where people with cancer and their loved ones can learn how to navigate the complicated cancer journey through one-to-one guidance, education, peer support, integrative therapies, and creative programs. Cancer Connection is the only cancer support center in Hampshire and Franklin Counties and draws additional participants from Hampden County and beyond. All of Cancer Connection’s services are provided free of charge.

For more information on sponsorships and tickets for the Harvest Dinner, visit www.cancer-connection.org/special-events.

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WARE — Country Bank and the WooSox Foundation recently announced the 2025 WooStars, a program that supports nonprofit leaders throughout the region.

Country Bank and the Worcester Red Sox recently recognized five local WooStars and the nonprofits they are affiliated with at Polar Park. They include Joe Firmani of Operation Service, Anthony Bizzotto of Revive of the USA Inc., Robert Alves of Wicked in Pink, Donna Marratta of Lorraine’s Soup Kitchen and Pantry Inc., and Tom Slicklen of Provision Ministry. Each nonprofit was presented with a $5,000 donation.

The WooStars program allows community members to nominate outstanding individuals to recognize their contributions to the communities they serve and to contribute to the nonprofits they support. Now in its fifth year, this program has recognized 41 WooStars, providing $205,000 in donations.

“We are proud to stand behind these community leaders who are making a significant impact,” said Jodie Gerulaitis, first vice president of Community Relations at Country Bank.

In attendance were Mary McGovern, president and CEO of Country Bank, along with members of the board of trustees, the senior leadership team, and James Phaneuf, chairman of the board. Their presence emphasized the bank’s continued commitment to supporting local leaders and celebrating the meaningful difference they make in local communities.

“Country Bank continues to be a relentless purveyor of goodwill in our community,” said Dr. Charles Steinberg, president of the Worcester Red Sox and the WooSox Foundation. “We thank our partners for scouting, finding, and introducing these terrific WooStars.”

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Stacy Roman

NORTH ADAMS — MountainOne Insurance Agency announced the promotion of Stacy Roman to vice president, personal lines operations manager, reflecting the agency’s long-term priorities of professional enrichment, internal mobility, and leadership excellence.

Roman has been instrumental in shaping the direction of the agency’s personal lines operations with her strong leadership and operational expertise. She has led the agency through acquisitions, data conversions, and the creation of more efficient workflows. Her problem-solving instincts and ability to improve both client and employee experiences make her an invaluable member of the leadership team.

“Stacy’s promotion is a testament to her exceptional leadership and deep commitment to our clients and team,” said Jonathan Denmark, executive vice president of MountainOne Bank and president and chief operating officer of MountainOne Insurance. “Her ability to navigate complex matters with clarity and drive meaningful change has elevated our personal lines operations and inspired other Mountaineers. We’re delighted to recognize her contributions.”

Daily News

NORTHAMPTON — The Northampton Climate Emergency Coalition will host a clean energy fair on Sunday, Sept. 21. Get Energy Smart! A Sun Day Event For All will take place from 1 to 4 p.m. at Smith Vocational and Agricultural High School.

The public is invited to come and learn about the ways Northampton, Easthampton, and communities across the Connecticut River Valley are prioritizing a sustainable future. Attendees will hear presentations from city sustainability staff and state representatives, learn about ongoing neighborhood electrification efforts, enjoy food from local vendors, contribute to community art projects, and explore opportunities for the electrification of homes and transportation.

The event is free to attend and will take place rain or shine. Spanish language and American Sign Language interpreters will be on hand to facilitate conversations, and the site is wheelchair accessible.

Sun Day is a global day of action celebrating the power of clean energy and advocating for its expansion. Communities around the world will host events on Sept. 21 to showcase the actions being taken in pursuit of a clean energy future and to cultivate community during a time of climate crisis. To learn more about Sun Day’s mission, visit www.sunday.earth.

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Play Ball!

Monson Savings Bank recently donated $2,000 to the Miracle League of Western Massachusetts as part of the bank’s 2025 Community Giving Initiative. The donation will help the organization continue its mission of providing children with disabilities the opportunity to play baseball in a safe and supportive environment. 

Pictured, from left: Brian Feeley, Miracle League of Western Massachusetts board president; Kandy Tranghese, senior vice president and chief financial officer of Monson Savings Bank; and Ernie Fitzell, co-founder of the Miracle League of Western Massachusetts.

Pictured, from left: Brian Feeley, Miracle League of Western Massachusetts board president; Kandy Tranghese, senior vice president and chief financial officer of Monson Savings Bank; and Ernie Fitzell, co-founder of the Miracle League of Western Massachusetts.

 

 

Ready to Ride

Eastern States Exposition (ESE) recently gave a grant to the West Springfield Police Department to outfit two motorcycles with essential equipment, including computers, printers, cameras, and other traffic safety resources. This donation ensures that officers have the most-up-to-date tools to enforce the rules of the road and assist traffic during the 17 days of the Big E as well as year-round. 

Pictured, from left: Officer Shawn Knox, Sgt. Mike Reed, West Springfield Mayor Will Reichelt, ESE President and CEO Gene Cassidy, Chief of Police Jay Gearing, and Officer Joe Reed.

Pictured, from left: Officer Shawn Knox, Sgt. Mike Reed, West Springfield Mayor Will Reichelt, ESE President and CEO Gene Cassidy, Chief of Police Jay Gearing, and Officer Joe Reed.

 

 

Supporting Seniors

bankESB recently donated $5,000 to the Belchertown Senior Center to support the purchase of a new van. The new vehicle, which features the bankESB logo, will help ensure local seniors have safe, accessible transportation to medical appointments, grocery stores, and community events. 

Pictured, from left: Alicia Austin of bankESB; Linda Zajakowski of the Belchertown Senior Citizen’s Center Assoc.; Kim Rossi of Belchertown Senior Center; David Small and Andrea Stadnioki of the Belchertown Senior Citizen’s Center Assoc.; and Jessica Langlois of Belchertown Senior Center.

Pictured, from left: Alicia Austin of bankESB; Linda Zajakowski of the Belchertown Senior Citizen’s Center Assoc.; Kim Rossi of Belchertown Senior Center; David Small and Andrea Stadnioki of the Belchertown Senior Citizen’s Center Assoc.; and Jessica Langlois of Belchertown Senior Center.

 

Back to School

Baystate Wing Hospital’s 2025 back-to-school supply drive to benefit children in the Palmer, Ware, and Quaboag Regional elementary public schools (pictured at left) was a success, as team members donated nearly 1,100 items, including individual items and boxes of items, such as pencils, 135 boxes of crayons, 270 notebooks, and 24 backpacks. Meanwhile, Baystate Noble Hospital employees organized a back-to-school supply drive to support the children and families of Westfield River Elementary School (pictured above). The month-long initiative concluded in late August.

Baystate Wing Hospital’s 2025 back-to-school supply drive to benefit children in the Palmer, Ware, and Quaboag Regional elementary public schools was a success, as team members donated nearly 1,100 items, including individual items and boxes of items, such as pencils, 135 boxes of crayons, 270 notebooks, and 24 backpacks

 

Baystate Noble Hospital employees organized a back-to-school supply drive to support the children and families of Westfield River Elementary School

 

Starting Young

More than 200 children and adults made their way through the Youth Party on Aug. 4 at Greylock’s Community Empowerment Center, part of Greylock’s Wealth Builders Youth SummerFest, a week-long series of events held Aug. 4-9, which ties into the credit union’s rebranding of youth members up to the age of 22, now called Wealth Builders, who have access to a range of products, services, and education that can help to bolster their financial wellness. Pictured above: a young Wealth Builder plays a financial game inside the Community Empowerment Center. Pictured at right: the Mogollón family enjoys the Youth Party on Aug. 4.

A young Wealth Builder plays a financial game inside the Community Empowerment Center

 

The Mogollón family enjoys the Youth Party on Aug. 4.

 

Agenda

Get Hired Job Fair

Sept. 18: Holyoke Mall invites job seekers and employers to participate in its upcoming Get Hired Job Fair from 1 to 4 p.m. on the lower level in Macy’s Court. Sponsored by the Massachusetts Department of Developmental Services, the Get Hired Job Fair connects local businesses with qualified candidates ready to join the workforce. Participating employers represent a wide range of industries and will conduct on-the-spot interviews for positions at all experience levels. This event is open to the public and free for job seekers, offering an opportunity to connect with potential employers and explore a variety of career opportunities throughout the region.

 

EANE Fall Conference Events

Sept. 25, Oct. 23: The Employers Assoc. of the NorthEast (EANE) announced two upcoming conference events to support organizational learning in the New England region. HR Connect: Leading Change in a New Era will take place on Thursday, Sept. 25 at MGM Springfield. This conference invites human resources professionals and business leaders to learn more about HR best practices, innovations in compensation and benefits, and the new skills required for creating compliant people policies. Plus, that will be National HR Professionals week, and EANE is celebrating the many talents and contributions of HR professionals across the region. Safety Leadership for Your Workplace will take place on Thursday, Oct. 23 at the Marriott in Springfield. Attendees will experience a full day of presentations, including Dick Flynt from the National Safety Council, OSHA, certified safety professional Dan Williams, and the team from Protective Advanced Safety Services. Qualified Massachusetts employers can apply for reimbursement for conference fees using the MA Express Program. To learn more or register for these events, visit www.eane.org or email Allison Ebner at [email protected].

 

Party with 1 Purpose

Oct. 4: After a sold-out debut that earned national recognition from Breakthrough T1D as one of the Top New Fundraising Events of 2024, Party with 1 Purpose will return to the Basketball Hall of Fame. Chaired by David Fontaine Jr. and Sarah Fontaine, the gala unites community leaders, local families, and businesses in support of Breakthrough T1D’s mission to cure, prevent, and treat type 1 diabetes (T1D). Guests will enjoy an evening on Center Court featuring live music, an energetic auction, inspiring stories from local T1D families, and opportunities to directly fund life-changing research. This year’s Fund a Cure will shine a spotlight on the Kouflie family and their son Braden, who was diagnosed with T1D at age 7. The Kouflies will share their journey of navigating the daily challenges of diabetes while holding onto hope for a cure, giving guests a personal look at why Breakthrough T1D’s research is so critical. Sponsorships and tickets are available at www.breakthrought1d.org/ctma/wmassgala2025.

 

Barks & Brews

Oct. 5: The 10th annual Barks & Brews event, presented by Dakin Humane Society, will take place at Fort Hill Brewery in Easthampton. The event will begin with a VIP exclusive preview hour from noon to 1 p.m., with general admission taking place from 1 to 3 p.m. VIP admission tickets, priced at $75, entitle holders to on-site parking, hors d’oeuvres served during the preview hour, a complimentary beer, and an event T-shirt. General admission tickets, priced at $35, include a complimentary beer. Parking is located on street and at the local school lot (a five-minute walk). Visit www.dakinhumane.org/barksandbrews to purchase tickets. All attendees of the event must be at least 21 years old. Guests are invited to bring crowd-friendly dogs on a non-retractable leash (retractable leashes are not allowed), and are asked not to bring strollers. Other event features will include a Halloween costume contest for dogs, a hot dog eating contest for dogs, a 50/50 raffle (ticket holders need not be present to win), a photo booth, nail trimming, dog baths, vendor booth shopping, and food trucks. Barks & Brews is an important annual fundraiser for Dakin, a 501(c)(3) organization. In previous years at Fort Hill, this event has generated about $30,000 for services and programs that help animals in need.

 

Real Estate Licensing Course

Oct. 6 to Nov. 12: The Realtor Assoc. of Pioneer Valley will host a 40 hour, 14-class sales licensing course to help individuals prepare for the Massachusetts real estate salesperson license exam. Tuition costs $425 and includes the book and materials. For an application, call the Realtor Assoc. of Pioneer Valley at (413) 785-1328 or visit www.rapv.com.

 

Healthcare Heroes Gala

Oct. 22: BusinessWest and the Healthcare News will celebrate this year’s eight Healthcare Heroes starting at 5:30 p.m. at the Log Cabin in Holyoke. The class of 2025, profiled in this issue of BusinessWest and at businesswest.com, includes the Andy Yee Palliative Care Unit at Mercy Medical Center; Areliz Barbosa, clinical assistant professor and senior project coordinator at Bay Path University; Andrea Bertheaud, clinical assistant professor at Elms College; Chrissy Humason, Nursing supervisor and Stroke coordinator at Baystate Noble Hospital; Linda Koh, assistant professor at the Elaine Marieb College of Nursing at UMass Amherst; Cindy Leonard, Infusion manager at the Sister Caritas Cancer Center at Mercy Medical Center; Dr. Thomas Lincoln, physician and associate professor of Medicine at Baystate Health; and Dr. Yannis Raftopoulos, director of the Holyoke Medical Center Weight Management Program. Tickets cost $95, and tables of 10 are available. To purchase tickets, visit businesswest.com/healthcareheroes. Presenting sponsors include Baystate Health/Health New England and Elms College. Partner sponsors include Trinity Health Of New England/Mercy Medical Center and Holyoke Medical Center.

 

Fall in Love with BFAIR – One Sip at a Time Fundraiser

Oct. 22: Berkshire Family & Individual Resources (BFAIR) invites the community to an evening of fine wine, food, and music at its upcoming fundraiser, Fall in Love with BFAIR – One Sip at a Time, from 5 to 8 p.m. at Balderdash Cellars, 81 State Road, Richmond. The event, sponsored by Sourcepass, will feature wines paired with appetizers, charcuterie, and desserts by Pizza Trails. It will also feature a lively program including a silent auction, raffles, and live music performed by Brian Benlien. The evening’s proceeds will support BFAIR’s mission of providing quality, individualized services to people with developmental disabilities and acquired brain injury. Tickets cost $100 per person and must be reserved by Oct. 8 at bit.ly/452LPRn.

People on the Move
Sean O’Brien

Sean O’Brien

Bay Path University announced that Sean O’Brien has been named program director for its undergraduate and graduate cybersecurity programs. O’Brien joins Bay Path with more than two decades of experience in cybersecurity, privacy, and higher education. He is the founder of Yale Privacy Lab and an associate research scholar at Yale Law School, where he has taught courses in digital security, blockchain, and artificial intelligence. He is also the creator of the zero-knowledge collaboration platform PrivacySafe and has held leadership positions at global, security-focused firms, including ExpressVPN. His work spans secure app and infrastructure deployment, bug bounty and VDP management, IAM administration, and endpoint management of cryptocurrency assets. He is a lifelong educator, delivering remote classes to large cohorts of students and professionals before joining the faculty at Bay Path University. He has successfully delivered curriculum across a wide variety of areas in IT, from the Hacking and Cybersecurity program at the Lawfare Institute to the Cybersecurity for Business Leaders program at the University of Oxford and the AI Risk Management workshops at Ivy Cyber Academy. O’Brien honed his skills in data science, threat research, and cloud computing through leadership roles at privacy-focused blockchain firms, including Tari Labs.

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William Fontes

William Fontes

Following an extensive national search, Greylock Federal Credit Union announced the hiring of William Fontes as vice president and manager of Business Banking. Fontes brings comprehensive experience in strategic leadership and vision in commercial banking. As a key member of the Commercial Lending department, Fontes will lead Greylock’s business banking team while building relationships and strengthening services for credit union members through commercial lending and business banking products. He will also provide critical leadership through strategic oversight and expansion of Greylock’s annual business development plan and goals for local markets. He joins Greylock following a 12-year tenure at bankESB, where he held the position of senior vice president. He holds an MBA in finance and entrepreneurship from Bryant University in Smithfield, R.I. His community interests include economic development, affordable housing, youth sports, and outdoor activities.

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Patrick Parker

Patrick Parker

Attorney Patrick Parker has joined the Royal Law Firm team. He is a seasoned employment litigator who has defended employers in myriad employment claims. He not only has extensive experience in the courtroom, but also regularly advises senior executives on complex issues with an eye to mitigating risk and avoiding litigation. Prior to joining Royal, Parker worked at the law firm Clifford Chance in New York. He also served as in-house counsel for UBS Americas Inc. and Merrill Lynch. He is admitted to practice in Massachusetts, Connecticut, and New York, and is a graduate of Northeastern University School of Law and MIT School of Management.

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Country Bank President and CEO Mary McGovern announced the promotion of three team members: Jasmine Robinson, Sam Pursey, and Sarah Yurkunas. Robinson has been promoted to Learning & Development officer. She began her financial services career at Country Bank in 2004 as a teller and has since built a 21-year career with the organization. She advanced through customer service and branch management roles before helping launch the bank’s Learning & Development department in 2016 as a founding member. She holds a bachelor’s degree in business management from Phoenix University and is a certified facilitator in multiple professional learning programs. An active community volunteer, she regularly supports the Ware Senior Center, mobile food pantries, and school financial literacy programs. Pursey has been promoted to assistant vice president, commercial lender. With 13 years in the financial services industry and nine years at Country Bank, he brings a strong background in commercial credit and lending. After starting his career as a credit analyst at TD Bank, he joined Country Bank as a portfolio manager and grew into a lending role, where he found his passion for helping customers achieve their business goals. He is graduate of UMass Amherst with a degree in finance. Yurkunas has been promoted to assistant vice president, commercial lender. She has built her 19-year banking career at Country Bank, advancing through roles in loan servicing, credit analysis, portfolio management, and commercial lending. A graduate of Bay Path University with a bachelor’s degree in business administration & management, and Becker College with an associate degree in animal sciences, she has also completed the Massachusetts Bankers Assoc. New England School of Financial Studies program. She is actively engaged in community service, including volunteer work with Second Chance Animal Services, and was honored with Country Bank’s inaugural PFS Community Champion Award.

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Katherine Douglas

Katherine Douglas

Holyoke Community College (HCC) recently welcomed Katherine Douglas as interim vice president of Academic and Student Affairs. Douglas brings more than four decades of experience as an educator, administrator, and advocate for student success. Her career has included executive roles such as interim president of SUNY Monroe Community College and president of SUNY Corning Community College in New York State, vice president of Academic Affairs at Sussex Community College in New Jersey, and associate dean of Behavioral Sciences at Greenfield Community College. This is her second interim posting since retiring from Corning Community College in 2019. She will serve as interim vice president until the permanent vice president’s position is filled. Her HCC appointment marks a meaningful homecoming, as Douglas previously served as dean of the Division of Social Sciences from 2005 to 2008. From 2023 to July 2025, she also served on the HCC Foundation board of directors, stepping down to take the interim position as vice president. She is a three-time graduate of UMass Amherst, where she earned a bachelor’s degree, master’s degree, and doctorate in education.

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Joshua Moon-Johnson

Joshua Moon-Johnson

Connecticut State Community College (CT State) has appointed seven inaugural campus presidents to lead operations of its campus locations statewide, including at CT State Asnuntuck in Enfield. Joshua Moon-Johnson was named campus president of CT State Asnuntuck, CT State Manchester, and CT State Middlesex, bringing more than 20 years of experience in higher education, having held leadership roles at institutions including College of San Mateo, American River College, University of Wisconsin-Madison, and most recently West Valley College, where he was provost and vice president of Academic Affairs. At West Valley, he led initiatives to enhance academic programs, faculty support, and equitable student outcomes. A published author and advocate, Moon-Johnson has contributed to national conversations on educational equity and LGBT+ inclusion and advocacy. He holds a doctorate in higher education and LGBT studies from Northern Illinois University, master’s degrees in social sciences and market research, and a bachelor’s degree in business.

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Bulkley Richardson announced that 12 lawyers from the firm were recently selected by their peers for inclusion in the 2026 edition of Best Lawyers in America, the most recognized law firm in the Greater Springfield area. These lawyers were recognized in 20 unique areas of practice. They include Peter Barry (construction law and education law); Kathleen Bernardo (real estate law); Michael Burke (medical malpractice law: defendants and personal injury litigation: defendants); Mark Cress (banking and finance law, bankruptcy, creditor-debtor rights/insolvency and reorganization law, and corporate law); Francis Dibble Jr. (bet-the-company litigation, commercial litigation, labor and employment litigation, securities litigation, and criminal defense: white-collar); Daniel Finnegan (administrative/regulatory law); Scott Foster (business organizations, including LLCs and partnerships); Mary Jo Kennedy (employment law: individuals, employment law: management, and labor and employment litigation); David Parke (corporate law and mergers and acquisitions law); John Pucci (bet-the-company litigation, criminal defense: general practice, and criminal defense: white-collar); Jeffrey Roberts (corporate law and trusts and estates); and Michael Roundy (commercial litigation).

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Carlos Costa

Carlos Costa

bankESB recently promoted Carlos Costa to Facilities Maintenance and Operations officer, based at its 36 Main St., Easthampton office. Costa, who has nearly 20 years of facilities experience, joined bankESB in 2006 as a maintenance specialist. With this expanded leadership role, he will oversee the daily operations of the Facilities departments for his assigned region within Hometown Financial Group’s family of banks, which includes bankESB, bankHometown, North Shore Bank, and Abington Bank, a division of North Shore Bank. He earned an associate degree in law enforcement from Holyoke Community College.

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Bacon Wilson, P.C. announced that attorney Gina Barry has been recognized in the 32nd edition of Best Lawyers in America for her expertise in elder law. In addition to this prestigious recognition, Barry has been named the 2026 Lawyer of the Year in Elder Law for Springfield. This honor is awarded to only one attorney in each practice area and community, based on the highest peer feedback. With decades of experience serving clients throughout Western Mass., Barry continues to provide exceptional legal guidance and compassionate advocacy in elder law. She is licensed to practice law in Massachusetts, Connecticut, and the U.S. District Court for the District of Massachusetts. She is a partner and chair of the Estate Planning and Elder Law department at Bacon Wilson, and is a certified elder law attorney by the nonprofit National Elder Law Foundation.

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Dr. Amr Ibrahim

Dr. Amr Ibrahim

Muge Karabag

Muge Karabag

Amanda Davis

Amanda Davis

Massachusetts College of Liberal Arts (MCLA) announced that three new faculty members will be joining the Trailblazer community for the college’s fall semester: Dr. Amr Ibrahim, Muge Karabag, and Amanda Davis. Ibrahim joins MCLA’s Chemistry department as a visiting assistant professor. A medicinal chemist, his research focuses on the design and synthesis of small-molecule antivirals and the use of structure-based drug design to interrogate host-virus interactions, including V-ATPase modulation and TIM-1-mediated entry. At MCLA, he will teach biochemistry and related courses while building collaborations that provide hands-on, publication-quality experiences for students. Karabag joins MCLA as a visiting assistant professor of Multimedia Journalism. She is a media scholar and practitioner with a background in broadcast journalism and digital communication. She previously worked as a reporter and news anchor for television channels in Istanbul and served as an assistant university professor in the department of New Media and Communication in Turkey. Davis is a part of MCLA’s Nursing department, where she combines her love for teaching with her years of hands-on nursing experience as a visiting assistant professor of Health Professions. She earned her master’s degree in nursing education and has served as the simulation coordinator for the MCLA Nursing program, nurse leader for the North Adams Public School System, and a medical-surgical nurse.

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Bulkley Richardson announced that Mary Jo Kennedy, partner and co-chair of the firm’s Employment Law practice, has been recognized by Best Lawyers as the 2026 Lawyer of the Year in both employment law (management) and labor and employment litigation for the Greater Springfield area. Only a single lawyer in each practice area and designated metropolitan area is honored as the Lawyer of the Year. Selections are based on particularly impressive voting averages received during the peer review assessments.

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Angela Cardenas

Angela Cardenas

Holyoke Community College (HCC) recently welcomed Angela Cardenas as chief of Operations in the Office of the President. Cardenas comes to HCC with more than 25 years of executive-level leadership experience, having served in continuously advancing roles at the U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID) for the past 17 years, most recently as senior policy advisor. As a career diplomat and public servant, Cardenas has lived and worked in numerous countries around the world, including Nicaragua, Afghanistan, Egypt, Tanzania, and the Dominican Republic. She joined USAID in 2008 as a private enterprise officer and has since worked for the agency as a land reform advisor, agriculture team leader, and education office director and coordinator of USAID’s Young African Leaders Initiative. In her role as senior policy advisor, Cardenas, who is bilingual, served as liaison to the Hispanic Assoc. of Colleges and Universities. She holds a bachelor’s degree in civil engineering from the University of Texas at Austin and a master’s degree in urban planning from Texas A&M University, and is pursuing a PhD in applied social justice at Dominican University. In her role at HCC, she serves as a strategic advisor to the college president and a key operational leader, directly supporting the president, the president’s cabinet, division vice presidents, and the board of trustees, and collaborating with department heads, community leaders, government entities, and other external partners to advance institutional priorities.

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Bay Path University announced the appointment of Jody Goodman as dean of Students and Engagement. In this role, she will lead efforts to enhance the student experience across multiple modalities and campuses, providing inclusive and responsive support to approximately 4,500 students, including traditional residential undergraduates, commuter students, and remote undergraduate and graduate learners at both Bay Path and Cambridge College. She brings more than a decade of progressive leadership experience in student affairs, as well as extensive academic expertise in higher education, leadership, and management. Most recently, she served as interim director of Student Engagement and Co-curricular Programming at Quinebaug Valley Community College in Connecticut. Previously, she was director of Student Success at the College of Engineering at UMass Amherst. Goodman earned an accelerated doctor of education degree in higher education from the Warner School of Education at the University of Rochester, where she also received her master’s degree in human resources management. She additionally holds a master’s degree in higher education from UMass Amherst and a master’s degree in leadership from Northeastern University.

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Candace Pereira

Candace Pereira

Windsor Federal Bank, headquartered in Windsor, Conn., announced that Candace Pereira has joined the organization as vice president, Business Development and portfolio manager. Pereira brings nearly 20 years of experience in commercial lending, having held roles as senior credit analyst, commercial lending officer, assistant vice president and commercial portfolio manager, and, most recently, vice president and commercial lender at Florence Bank. She obtained her bachelor’s degree in business administration with a focus in management from the University of Massachusetts and is currently pursuing an MBA. Pereira is a 2017 BusinessWest 40 Under Forty honoree and has a history of heavy involvement in her community. She currently serves as treasurer of East Longmeadow High School’s Cheerleading Booster Club and is an ambassador for the Springfield Regional Chamber.

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Berkshire United Way (BUW) recently welcomed three community leaders — Stephanie Ham, Bethany Kieley, and Jennifer Kerwood — to its board of directors. Ham is an assistant branch manager and digital banking guru for Adams Community Bank. She has nearly two decades of experience in retail banking. As a member of the bank’s culture committee and ACB impact committee, she has led the annual sock drive for Morris Elementary School as well as efforts to support POPCares, the AYJ Fund, and the Alzheimer’s Assoc. Kieley is CEO of Community Health Programs and has nearly two decades of leadership experience in the healthcare field. She once served as a table captain for a United Way Women United’s Power of the Purse event and has volunteered with a food pantry in Connecticut and Literacy Volunteers of Southern Connecticut. Kerwood is director of Philanthropy at Miss Hall’s School. She has almost 30 years of experience advancing the missions and fundraising for local organizations, including Berkshire Community College and Berkshire United Way. Prior to her development career, she worked in Massachusetts government and politics. She is an appointed member of the Board of Registrars of Voters in Pittsfield and formerly served as a director and treasurer on the board for Berkshire Arts and Technology Charter Public School in Adams.

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Two new state commissioners have joined the Massachusetts Commission on the Status of Women (MCSW). The commission welcomes Giselle Byrd and Candace Pérez, both appointees of Gov. Maura Healey. Giselle Byrd is executive director of the Theater Offensive, located in Boston, making her the first Black trans woman to lead a regional theatre company in the U.S. As a producer, she is the first transgender woman to be accepted into Through Her Lens: the Tribeca Chanel Women’s Filmmaker Program. Her documentary film debut, Giselle’s Story, directed by Susan O’Brien, was accepted into the Imagine This International Women’s Festival. Byrd also serves on the board of directors at both Callen-Lorde Community Health Center and the Leslie-Lohman Museum of Art. She is also the co-vice chair of the advisory board for the Ali Forney Center, and she was recently elected vice chair of the MCSW’s program and planning committee for the FY 2026 program year. Pérez is a transformational leader, executive coach, and strategic consultant with a distinguished career spanning healthcare administration, public policy, workforce transformation, and diversity, equity, and inclusion. As founder and principal consultant of Iya of the North Consulting, she partners with executives, leadership teams, and organizations to drive meaningful change, elevate leadership effectiveness, and build inclusive, high-performing workplaces.

Company Notebook

Norman Rockwell Museum to Be Honored by 1Berkshire

PITTSFIELD — 1Berkshire announced that the Norman Rockwell Museum has been selected as the 2025 Putting the Berkshires on the Map honoree. 1Berkshire presents this award annually to a project, initiative, or organization that has left an indelible mark on the region and contributed substantially to the advancement of the public perception and overall image of the Berkshires. This recognition will be presented at the 12th annual Celebrate the Berkshires event on Thursday, Sept. 18. From its home in Stockbridge, the museum has welcomed more than 6.7 million visitors and brought travelers from across the globe to experience the Berkshires. Through nearly 250 exhibitions — circulating to 47 states and seven countries — as well as cultural diplomacy partnerships with the U.S. State Department in Ethiopia, Russia, and Mongolia, and collaborations with institutions including the White House and the United Nations, the museum has expanded its reach far beyond the region. At the same time, it has remained firmly rooted in the Berkshires, enriching the local economy and reinforcing the county’s reputation as a world-class arts destination. Initiatives like the establishment of the Rockwell Center for American Visual Studies and the museum’s robust traveling exhibition program have sparked new scholarship and public engagement, cementing the museum as a national leader in the field. Celebrate the Berkshires will also feature the announcement of the 2025 Berkshire Trendsetter Award winners, recognizing individuals, businesses, and organizations shaping the future of the Berkshires. Tickets are available at 1berkshire.com/events/celebrate-the-berkshires.

 

HCC Celebrates Opening of New Tech Center

HOLYOKE — Holyoke Community College (HCC) celebrated the grand opening of its new Tech Center with a ribbon cutting ceremony on Sept. 3. The HCC Tech Center, located on the second floor of the HCC Campus Center, is a new space dedicated to providing students with all the technological support they need to be successful. Funding for the Tech Center came from a $250,000 Tech Rise grant HCC received from the Employment and Training Administration, which is part of the U.S. Department of Labor. The money was principally used to buy furniture, computers, and other technology for the center, as well as the hiring of student interns. Alongside Manager Walter Pfau and other IT staff, the Tech Center will be run by a team of student interns who can also offer one-on-one support to their classmates who need assistance with their devices, computer programs, and apps. Previously, students had to go across campus to the first floor of the Frost Building to the IT Help Desk for all their computer needs. The HCC Tech Center is more centrally located, across from Student Engagement, adjoining the HCC Bookstore, and steps away from the cafeteria and food court, where students tend to congregate between classes. In addition to one-on-one tech support, the Tech Center has computer stations for students to use, a classroom for interactive workshops and meetings, and cubicles where other HCC support staff, such as financial aid counselors, can set up shop during special events, like Registration Express and Accepted Students Days.

 

CT State Asnuntuck Participates in Metallica Scholars Initiative

ENFIELD, Conn. — CT State Asnuntuck announced its selection as one of the community colleges invited to join year 7 of the prestigious Metallica Scholars Initiative (MSI), supported by a $50,000 grant aimed at enhancing the student experience and career readiness within Asnuntuck’s advanced manufacturing technology programs. The grant allows students to reach their academic objectives and start their careers in advanced manufacturing. The scholarship dollars they receive help them to purchase personal protective equipment, books, and supplies. As a result of the funding, students obtain their OSHA 10 card. All Within My Hands, the nonprofit philanthropic organization created by the members and management of Metallica, recently announced the seventh year of its Metallica Scholars Initiative (MSI) with its largest grant to date, totaling approximately $3 million. MSI now has a presence in 75 colleges across all 50 U.S. states and the territory of Guam, and is expected to reach approximately 10,000 students.

 

Country Bank Grants $20,000 to Revitalize CDC

WARE — Country Bank recently continued its longtime support of Revitalize Community Development Corp. (CDC) with a $20,000 donation. Revitalize performs free critical repairs, modifications, and rehabilitation on the homes of low-income families with children, the elderly, veterans, and individuals with disabilities; helps bridge food insecurity gaps through delivery of fresh foods; and positions community members toward healthier lives through education and support for chronic conditions like asthma and diabetes. Since its founding in 1992, Revitalize CDC has served 30,000 individuals, investing more than $52 million into Western Mass.

 

Yankee Candle Empties Moat for Dakin Humane Society

SPRINGFIELD — Dakin Humane Society was recently the recipient of a donation that totaled more than $11,000 from Yankee Candle Co. The funds came from coins tossed in Yankee Candle Village’s in-store moat, adjacent to its Bavarian Village, by store visitors between 2019 and June 2025. The coins were placed in 48 baskets and were trucked from Yankee Candle Village in South Deerfield to Dakin’s Springfield location by Yankee Candle’s Jeff Palmer, Sales and Operations manager, and Ben Ware, Property and Guest Services manager. Ware’s team handled the process of cleaning the moat and removing the coins. Once at Dakin, it took a team of 40 volunteers nearly four weeks to clean and sort the coins into separate denominations and prepare them for bank deposit. The total value of the coins is still being processed by the bank, which takes additional time, but the preliminary amount indicates a donation of more than $11,000. The donation has been a longstanding tradition of generosity from Yankee Candle that originated in 1994. The late Mike Kittredge, founder of Yankee Candle, was known by many to be an animal lover and decided the moat money should be directed to Dakin to help support its animals, programs, and services. Each year since, the coins in the moat were collected and brought to Dakin until the COVID pandemic halted the process in 2020.

 

DC Station to Open on Oct. 4

NORTHAMPTON — Developer Bruce Volz will open a modern fueling station, called DC Station, at 5 Fulton Ave. in Northampton on Oct. 4, providing 10 fast, level-3 charging ports for electric vehicles (EVs) and a place for drivers to grab a cup of coffee or meal while they wait. The station — named DC for direct current — will also offer a learning hub, EV Base Camp, for those interested in EVs. The grounds will be landscaped with native plants to support local ecosystems and biodiversity. An array of solar panels will cover the charging stations to help defray the cost of the electricity. Volz seeks tenants for DC Station to join in this enterprise — in particular, a coffee house or café to serve customers from early morning to afternoon, and a casual restaurant, such as a pizza or taco house, that would be open until later in the evening. The lot housing DC Station was previously the site for a gas station and used car lot, Pleasant Journey. The Planning Board unanimously approved Volz’s project in June 2024. The facility faces Fulton Street, with access to charging and parking on Conz and Pleasant streets; the level-3 chargers supplied by Lynkwell are expected to be operational on Oct. 4.

 

Forbes Library Opens Hess Performance Stage

NORTHAMPTON — Forbes Library in Northampton celebrated the opening of the new Hess Performance Stage on the library’s west lawn with a grand opening on Sept. 13 with an event featuring the O-Tones playing swing, blues, soul, Motown, Latin, and R&B. The stage is open air with a covered roof and ramped handicap access. It has lights and electricity, and soon will also have a sound system. This project is many years in the making and is intended to provide the necessary infrastructure for outdoor programs and events as well as a new community gathering space. The library has a long tradition of outdoor programming, with the first photographed event held in 1918 when an overflow crowd got together on the library grounds to sing patriotic songs in celebration of the end of World War I. The stage was designed by HAI Architects of Northampton and built by Campora Construction Inc. of Ludlow. It has a steel structure and curved roof profile inspired by the arches of the library’s building and featuring colors that also reflect the sandstone and granite of the building. The project was funded by substantial gifts from Marjorie Hess and Rudolph Talaber, for whom the stage is named, along with additional support provided by the Friends of Forbes, the city of Northampton, the Massachusetts Office of Travel and Tourism, MassDevelopment, AARP Massachusetts, and many individual donors.

Incorporations

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

AGAWAM

Quality Home Exterior Inc., 9 South Bridge Dr., Agawam, MA 01001. Victor Gavriliuc, 457 Union St., West Springfield, MA 01089. Construction.

CHICOPEE

Bullseye Resilient Solutions Inc., 117 Dejordy Lane, Chicopee, MA 01020. David Boisselle, same. Logistics consulting.

Sewamazing.Shop Inc., 283 Fuller Road, Apt. K, Chicopee, MA 01020. Yuly Valencia Santamaria, same. Influencer who generates online sales.

EASTHAMPTON

Easthampton Coalition for Veterans Wellness Inc., 181 Northampton St., Suite A3, Easthampton, MA 01027. Heather Rudolph, 55 Pomeroy St., Easthampton, MA 01027. Nonprofit organization providing social support and crisis management for veterans.

EAST LONGMEADOW

East Longmeadow Girls Lacrosse Booster Club Inc., 62 Deer Run Terrace, East Longmeadow, MA 01028. Kimberly Schwartz, 41 Avery St., East Longmeadow, MA 01028. Booster club run by the parents of the students in the girls lacrosse organization at East Longmeadow High School.

FLORENCE

Uya Florence Co., 89 Main St., Florence, MA 01062. Julius Berman, 10 Fairfield Ave., Haydenville, MA 01039. Fast casual eatery specializing in poke bowl, sushi burrito, and bubble tea.

GREENFIELD

Wags Plumbing and Heating Inc., 20 Wildwood Ave., Greenfield, MA 01301. Ryan Grady-Wagner, same. Plumbing and heating services.

HOLYOKE

Rinfire Technology Inc., 50 Holyoke St., Holyoke, MA 01040. Xiaofeng Lin, 82 Wendell Ave., Suite 100, Pittsfield, MA 01201. Experience and sales of entertainment electronics.

LONGMEADOW

Mapping Insight Inc., 817 Williams St., #61011, Longmeadow, MA 01106. Grace Kim, same. Consulting services.

NORTHAMPTON

54 Racing Mart Shell Inc., 54 Easthampton Road, Northampton, MA 01060. Sejal Patel, 75 Parsons St., Apt. N, Northampton, MA 01060. Gas station, package and convenience store.

PALMER
Boston Veterans Football Assoc. Inc., 4002 Church St., Palmer, MA 01079. Elvis Mbeng Mbi, same. Soccer club.

PITTSFIELD

The Carpocratian School Inc., 82 Wendell Ave., Suite 100, Pittsfield, MA 01201. Edith Burke, same. Philosophical and educational institution dedicated to research, scholarship, and public education in the fields of comparative philosophy, theology, and historical studies.

Electronic Data Collection Inc., 82 Wendell Ave., Suite 100, Pittsfield, MA 01201. Nancy Genung, same. Parking software management.

Green Sheep Inc., 82 Wendell Ave., Suite 100, Pittsfield, MA 01201. Nicole Doucet, same. Bottled and canned water wholesaler.

Scient Public Relations Inc., 82 Wendell Ave., Suite 100, Pittsfield, MA 01201. Michael Lampe, 138 Iron Hill Way, Collegeville, PA 19426. Corporate communications.

SOUTHWICK

Lakeview Tavern Inc., 141 Congamond Road, Southwick, MA 01077. Demyan Volkov, same. Restaurant with alcoholic beverages.

SPRINGFIELD

Club Oh Inc., 92 Stuart St., Springfield, MA 01119. Tyrone Ward, same. Provides a holistic approach for minority teens and instills resilience in their communities by supporting them to overcome adversity through mentorship and positive redirection.

TURNERS FALLS

D&F Exteriors and Roofing Corp., 59 L St., Apt. 2, Turners Falls, MA 01376. Durly Bartolon Bartolon, same. Roofing and exteriors services.

WESTFIELD

Evdoha Corp., 13 Ashley St., Apt 1, Westfield, MA 01085. Anatolii Yevdoshenko, same. Transportation services.

Seeyo Nails & Spa Inc., 99 Springfield Road, Westfield, MA 01085. Xiemei Wu, 162 Spratt Ave., Staten Island, NY 10306. Nail spa.

WEST SPRINGFIELD

Cornerstone Home Improvement Inc., 119 Humphrey Lane, West Springfield, MA 01089. Vadim Buguta, same. Residential renovation.

DBA Certificates

The following business certificates and/or trade names were issued or renewed during the month of August 2025.

BELCHERTOWN

Grazescape
62 Dana Hill
Lori Chaffee

Hometown Holdings LLC
102 Oakridge Dr.
Anna Drost

Principle Property Management LLC
102 Oakridge Dr.
Anna Drost

Tang Properties LLC
102 Oakridge Dr.
Anna Drost

EASTHAMPTON

7-Eleven
97 Union St.
Lillian Kirstein

Clovercraft LLC
17 East St.
Kevin Perrier, Volkan Polatol

ETL Services
79 Main St., Apt. 2
Anthony Manganaro

Greene Custom Carpentry
47 Chapin St.
Benjamin Greene

Intro View Mindfulness
4 Pleasant St.
Brian Westerlind

J&P Home Improvement
11 Princeton Ave.
Jonnathan Paredes

Jason’s Plumbing and Heating
215 Hendrick St.
Jason Lisatinski

Jen Pressure Washing
27 Maple St.
Douglas Beyer

The Ounce Club
17 East St.
Kevin Perrier, Volkan Polatol

Purely You Spa
132B Cottage St.
Destini-Rose Sullivan

Sharken Landscaping and Odd Jobs
6 Searle Ave., Apt. 1L
Corey Sharken

Smudge Sorbetto
20 Pleasant Green West
Marc Candilore

Somehow School LLC
83 Main St.
Nora Miller

Valley Kitchens
51 Holyoke St., Unit A1
Dominic O’Connell

Yonder Community Toy Shop LLC
186 Northampton St., Unit E
Danielle Curry

HADLEY

Animal Aura Yoga
367 Russell St.
Animal Aura LLC

The Ben & Ed Show
5 Morning Star Dr.
Edward Roseman

Carol Berzonsky Psychotherapy
4 Kozera Ave.
Carol Berzonsky

Chipotle Mexican Grill
334 Russell St.
Chipotle Mexican Grill of CO

Downward Dog Yoga
367 Russell St.
Donna French

Fetterman & Associates
8 Bayberry Lane
David Fetterman

Flour and Field
333 River Dr.
J2 Living Co. LLC

Smithland Pet Center
335 Russell St.
CT Gardens LLC

Talon Furniture & Mattress
180 Mountain Farms Mall, Suite A
NE Contact LLC

Tap Root Massage Therapy
108A Russell St.
Patrick Arbour

HOLYOKE

Abercrombie & Fitch Stores
50 Holyoke St.
Hollister Co. #30125

Bamboo House
2223 Northampton St.
Xin Zhao, Naling Gao

Bo’s Landscapes
909 Homestead Ave.
Ryan Boman

The Coral Farm
120 Front St., #11
Brian Hale

Holyoke Towers Associates
582 Pleasant St.
Appleton Corp.

Infinity Framing
120 Front St.
James Lauzon

JCPenney Optical #1018
50 Holyoke St.
US Vision

O’Brien’s Auto
40 Anderson Hill Road
Edward O’Brien

RX Epoxy Flooring
76 Westfield Road
Xavier Pagan Reyes

Sweet Baby Rae’s Sourdough
1 Meadow St.
Kristin Fontaine

Visiting Angels
4 Open Square Way
Living Assistance Corp.

Wandering Willow Massage
6 McGrady St.
Alyssa Jakubiec

WESTFIELD

Alfu Cleaning Services
16 Taylor Ave., #25C
Albert Fuster

Angelo’s Tots-A-Lot
558 Granville Road
John Patterson

Be Good Hooman
60 Montgomery St.
Martin Beach

BJJ Advisory Co.
15 Cornish Dr.
SPB Advisory Group LLC

Brooks Books Travel & Beyond
24 Belmont St.
Melissa Brooks

Cold Harbor Coffee Co.
20 Rachael Terrace
Blue Chip LLC

The Handy Housekeeper
147 Main St.
Christine Camp

Hidden Hemlock LLC
109 Apremont Way, #9
Hidden Hemlock LLC

Miracle Cleaning Services
1B East Bartlett St.
Brandy Figueroa

Precise Carpentry LLC
114 Northridge Road
Serghei Marcu

Renew Crew
30 St. Pierres Lane
Jaden St. Pierre, Kaeven Eddington

Renovax
36 Kellogg St.
Oleksandr Verezhak

Septic System Design
43 Kittredge Dr.

Bankruptcies

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

Breslin, Stephen M.
580 Fuller St.
Ludlow, MA 01056
Chapter: 13
Date: 08/08/2025

Brodecki, Marc V.
Brodecki, Jennifer
a/k/a Ramos, Jennifer
253 Fernbank Road, Apt. 8
Springfield, MA 01129
Chapter: 7
Date: 08/05/2025

Browne, John I.
15 Dewey St.
Springfield, MA 01109
Chapter: 7
Date: 08/08/2025

Copeland, Ryckayla A.
308 Wilbraham Road
Springfield, MA 01109
Chapter: 7
Date: 08/04/2025

Daniels, Felissa
136 Marsden St.
Springfield, MA 01109
Chapter: 13
Date: 08/04/2025

Demos, Jonathan Garrett
36 Chipmunk Road
Springfield, MA 01108
Chapter: 7
Date: 07/31/2025

Frogameni, Anthony J.
42 Sunridge Dr.
Springfield, MA 01118
Chapter: 7
Date: 08/08/2025

Galarneau, Megan J.
46 Rosella St.
Springfield, MA 01118
Chapter: 7
Date: 08/15/2025

Gomez, Amanda Lynn
136 Robert Dyer Circle
Springfield, MA 01109
Chapter: 7
Date: 08/13/2025

Grant, Susan E.
2363 Westfield St., 2nd Fl.
West Springfield, MA 01089
Chapter: 7
Date: 08/14/2025

Guerrero, Leonel
Guerrero, Julia
1765 Memorial Dr.
Chicopee, MA 01020
Chapter: 7
Date: 07/31/2025

Jakuboski, Pamela A.
145 Pontoosic Road
Westfield, MA 01085
Chapter: 7
Date: 07/31/2025

Johnson, Susan Z.
22 Lyon Hill Road
Chester, MA 01011
Chapter: 7
Date: 07/31/2025

Kelley, Richard C.
14 Jackson St., Apt. 1
North Adams, MA 01247
Chapter: 7
Date: 08/13/2025

Kelly, Tianna
50 Campechi St.
Springfield, MA 01104
Chapter: 7
Date: 07/31/2025

Kratovil, Susan Marie
94 Kensington St.
Feeding Hills, MA 01030
Chapter: 7
Date: 08/14/2025

Laboy, Maria Pinto
a/k/a Pinto-Laboy, Maria
17 Angelo St.
Springfield, MA 01119
Chapter: 7
Date: 07/31/2025

Lingenberg, Robert G.
36 Foss Ave.
Chicopee, MA 01013
Chapter: 7
Date: 08/08/2025

Martin, Joseph Robert
P.O. Box 262
Westfield, MA 01086
Chapter: 7
Date: 08/06/2025

Morales, Vidal L.
62 Worcester Ave.
Springfield, MA 01107
Chapter: 7
Date: 07/31/2025

Murray, Aaron P.
176 Draper St.
Springfield, MA 01108
Chapter: 7
Date: 08/14/2025

New England Upholstery
Vento, Paul R.
3824 Chestnut Hill Ave.
Athol, MA 01331
Chapter: 13
Date: 08/15/2025

Ortiz, Robert Junior
95 Prospect St.
Westfield, MA 01085
Chapter: 13
Date: 08/11/2025

Peterson, Katherine Tara
131 Ashley Ave., Apt. N4
West Springfield, MA 01089-1342
Chapter: 13
Date: 07/31/2025

Pierce, Emily C .
113 Tannery Road
Westfield, MA 01085
Chapter: 7
Date: 08/13/2025

Richardson-Wright, Kena L.
a/k/a Stanley, Kena L.
350 Riverbend St.
Athol, MA 01331
Chapter: 7
Date: 08/13/2025

Salvador, Patricia
269 Stoney Hill Road
Wilbraham, MA 01095
Chapter: 7
Date: 08/08/2025

Sarlan, Amy Lynn
19 Lower Hampden Road
Monson, MA 01057
Chapter: 7
Date: 08/13/2025

Serrano, Ivan O.
Serrano, Melina C.
a/k/a Cintron-Serrano, Melina
99 Kingsley St.
Springfield, MA 01104
Chapter: 13
Date: 07/31/2025

Sullivan, Michael J.
294 Regency Park Dr.
Agawam, MA 01001
Chapter: 7
Date: 08/14/2025

Valcour, Kaylee N.
105 Sadler Ave., Apt 1
Pittsfield, MA 01201
Chapter: 7
Date: 07/31/2025

Williams, Tyrese Daquan
244 Redlands
Springfield, MA 01104
Chapter: 13
Date: 08/15/2025

Wood, David B.
31 Cleveland St.
Greenfield, MA 01301
Chapter: 13
Date: 07/31/2025

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

BERNARDSTON

431-A Brattleboro Road
Bernardston, MA 01337
Amount: $267,500
Buyer: Velma Fannon
Seller: Madalyn J. Phillips
Date: 08/08/25

497 Northfield Road
Bernardston, MA 01337
Amount: $700,000
Buyer: Northfield Road in LLC
Seller: Pharos Group LLC
Date: 08/06/25

CHARLEMONT

75 Deer Run Lane
Charlemont, MA 01370
Amount: $632,500
Buyer: Christopher C. Rose
Seller: Branden D. Putnam
Date: 08/15/25

421 Legate Hill Road
Charlemont, MA 01339
Amount: $575,000
Buyer: Lea King TR
Seller: Frank A. Mooney
Date: 08/15/25

1962 Shelburne Falls Road
Conway, MA 01341
Amount: $486,000
Buyer: Joshua Steininger
Seller: Janet E. Gerry
Date: 08/08/25

DEERFIELD

11 Juniper Dr.
Deerfield, MA 01342
Amount: $692,000
Buyer: Strother B. Purdy III TR
Seller: Robin L. Sherman RET
Date: 08/08/25

131 Sandgully Road
Deerfield, MA 01373
Amount: $645,000
Buyer: Kenneth L. Laws
Seller: Charles L. Emerick
Date: 08/14/25

ERVING

65 High St.
Erving, MA 01344
Amount: $389,900
Buyer: Joshua J. Girouard
Seller: Ruben Garcia
Date: 08/06/25

GREENFIELD

16-18 Armory St.
Greenfield, MA 01301
Amount: $315,000
Buyer: Matthew T. Hildreth
Seller: JJ Smith Properties LLC
Date: 08/05/25

56 Country Club Road
Greenfield, MA 01301
Amount: $331,000
Buyer: Jordan Solmen
Seller: Karen A. Alberti
Date: 08/08/25

88 Deerfield St.
Greenfield, MA 01301
Amount: $245,000
Buyer: Jonathan Entzminger
Seller: Jesus Leyva
Date: 08/05/25

50 Fargo St.
Greenfield, MA 01301
Amount: $430,000
Buyer: Daniel Cojan
Seller: Nancy B. Alexander
Date: 08/14/25

20 Ferrante Ave.
Greenfield, MA 01301
Amount: $353,100
Buyer: Emily S. Wright
Seller: Seth Rosenbloom
Date: 08/08/25

44 Ferrante Ave.
Greenfield, MA 01301
Amount: $385,000
Buyer: William Malcolm
Seller: Betsy B. Norfell RET
Date: 08/15/25

38 Phyllis Lane
Greenfield, MA 01301
Amount: $485,000
Buyer: D. Sulsona Beneficiary TR
Seller: Faith Church Of Greenfield
Date: 08/11/25

115 South Shelburne Road
Greenfield, MA 01301
Amount: $225,000
Buyer: Jennifer C. Lippman
Seller: Frederick R. Bliss
Date: 08/14/25

11 Smith St.
Greenfield, MA 01301
Amount: $430,000
Buyer: Pamela J. Martins
Seller: Hansen 2012 IRT
Date: 08/11/25

HEATH

Bellor Road
Heath, MA 01346
Amount: $159,000
Buyer: Yanet Kaps-Walter
Seller: 11 Bellor LLC
Date: 08/11/25

11 Bellor Road
Heath, MA 01346
Amount: $480,000
Buyer: Yanet Kaps-Walter
Seller: 11 Bellor LLC
Date: 08/11/25

40 Papoose Lake Dr.
Heath, MA 01346
Amount: $260,000
Buyer: Stephen Sylvia
Seller: Erich J. Holan
Date: 08/12/25

LEVERETT

20 Lawton Road
Leverett, MA 01054
Amount: $625,000
Buyer: Catherine Tween
Seller: Ronald Juel
Date: 08/05/25

MONTAGUE

50 High St.
Montague, MA 01376
Amount: $257,000
Buyer: John Martineau
Seller: Martineau INT
Date: 08/08/25

202 Millers Falls Road
Montague, MA 01376
Amount: $324,000
Buyer: John T. Ramsdell
Seller: Troy Santerre
Date: 08/06/25

470 Millers Falls Road
Montague, MA 01349
Amount: $360,000
Buyer: Brody Trott
Seller: Brandon J. Thomas
Date: 08/08/25

NORTHFIELD

26 East Northfield Road
Northfield, MA 01360
Amount: $380,000
Buyer: Jeffrey J. Charron
Seller: Laura J. Kaye
Date: 08/07/25

34 Old Bernardston Road
Northfield, MA 01360
Amount: $340,000
Buyer: Heidi Howard
Seller: Amy B. Weeks
Date: 08/15/25

19 Orange Road
Northfield, MA 01360
Amount: $445,000
Buyer: Lawrence Adona
Seller: Marlis J. Elking
Date: 08/04/25

154 South Mountain Road
Northfield, MA 01360
Amount: $2,700,000
Buyer: 154 SMR Northfield LLC
Seller: MWD Asset Servicing LLC
Date: 08/07/25

ORANGE

690 East Main St.
Orange, MA 01364
Amount: $360,000
Buyer: Suzanne Rizzitano
Seller: Alberto L. Salome
Date: 08/08/25

104 Governor Dukakis Dr.
Orange, MA 01364
Amount: $700,000
Buyer: Holyoke 120 LLC
Seller: Jar & Realty LLC
Date: 08/13/25

61 Mattawa Circle
Orange, MA 01364
Amount: $315,000
Buyer: Alex J. Couture
Seller: Zartman, Terry L., (Estate)
Date: 08/08/25

512 South Main St.
Orange, MA 01364
Amount: $315,000
Buyer: Marie E. Dedesarmes
Seller: Bernardino Alvarez
Date: 08/13/25

27 Winter St.
Orange, MA 01364
Amount: $369,000
Buyer: Emily G. Hill
Seller: Ronald J. Comeau
Date: 08/07/25

WENDELL

32 West St.
Wendell, MA 01379
Amount: $399,000
Buyer: Jennie Goldfarb
Seller: Kathleen M. Swaim
Date: 08/14/25

WHATELY

171 Haydenville Road
Whately, MA 01039
Amount: $425,000
Buyer: Cristina Lucin
Seller: Kyle Jarvis
Date: 08/07/25

HAMPDEN COUNTY

AGAWAM

99 Cherry St.
Agawam, MA 01030
Amount: $372,000
Buyer: Brett M. Fila
Seller: Stephen R. Pacitti
Date: 08/07/25

135 Cooper St.
Agawam, MA 01001
Amount: $700,000
Buyer: S. & K. Food LLC
Seller: Ralph Santaniello
Date: 08/12/25

99 Elizabeth St.
Agawam, MA 01030
Amount: $905,000
Buyer: James Kayrouz
Seller: Thomas P. Gallagher
Date: 08/15/25

4 Haskell St.
Agawam, MA 01001
Amount: $420,000
Buyer: Daniel Walsh
Seller: Nicholas J. Biuso
Date: 08/08/25

28 Hastings St.
Agawam, MA 01030
Amount: $325,000
Buyer: Steven G. Hall
Seller: Pietro A. Abruzzo
Date: 08/15/25

155 Liberty St.
Agawam, MA 01030
Amount: $470,000
Buyer: Igor Kolomin
Seller: Longtrail TR
Date: 08/07/25

Mill St., Lot A
Agawam, MA 01001
Amount: $140,000
Buyer: Anatoli Kondratiouk
Seller: Jerome Richard
Date: 08/14/25

Mill St., Lot B
Agawam, MA 01001
Amount: $140,000
Buyer: Jcs Properties LLC
Seller: Jerome Richard
Date: 08/13/25

491 North St.
Agawam, MA 01030
Amount: $320,000
Buyer: Timothy M. Rivers
Seller: Daniel R. Rivers
Date: 08/07/25

76 Redwood Dr.
Agawam, MA 01001
Amount: $365,000
Buyer: Abdulbaset M. Hasan
Seller: Joseph R. Lynch
Date: 08/04/25

109 South Park Ter.
Agawam, MA 01001
Amount: $362,900
Buyer: Jared W. Durocher
Seller: Alan R. Duprey
Date: 08/15/25

49 South St.
Agawam, MA 01001
Amount: $264,758
Buyer: Lakeview Loan Servicing LLC
Seller: Richard T. Grover
Date: 08/15/25

567-569 Springfield St.
Agawam, MA 01030
Amount: $335,000
Buyer: Vilma Y. Hernandez
Seller: Elias Family LP
Date: 08/13/25

171 White Fox Road
Agawam, MA 01030
Amount: $419,000
Buyer: Christine A. Byrne
Seller: Peter Lacamera
Date: 08/08/25

BLANDFORD

106 Main St.
Blandford, MA 01008
Amount: $212,167
Buyer: J. Sperry Realty LLC
Seller: Stephanie M. Nichols
Date: 08/11/25

75 Russell Stage Road
Blandford, MA 01008
Amount: $440,000
Buyer: Jeremy Weaver
Seller: Bethany D. Letourneau
Date: 08/04/25

BRIMFIELD

53 7th St.
Brimfield, MA 01010
Amount: $170,000
Buyer: Sharon Mikaelian-Vlk
Seller: Phyllis D. Kelly
Date: 08/05/25

104 Allen Hill Road
Brimfield, MA 01010
Amount: $750,000
Buyer: Benjamin C. Tubo
Seller: Donald S. Pillsbury RET
Date: 08/14/25

391 Brookfield Road
Brimfield, MA 01010
Amount: $590,000
Buyer: Donald Doucette
Seller: Anton A. Prenneis
Date: 08/15/25

135 East Hill Road
Brimfield, MA 01010
Amount: $575,000
Buyer: Tony A. Canestrari
Seller: Brian C. McGann
Date: 08/04/25

CHESTER

45 Middlefield Road
Chester, MA 01011
Amount: $233,000
Buyer: Yakov Kronrod
Seller: Joy L. Salvini
Date: 08/14/25

CHICOPEE

58 Ames Ave.
Chicopee, MA 01013
Amount: $495,000
Buyer: Kck Real Estate LLC
Seller: Jordyn M. Conway
Date: 08/12/25

16 Amherst St.
Chicopee, MA 01013
Amount: $390,000
Buyer: Karolina Weagle
Seller: Julie M. Murphy
Date: 08/08/25

39 Briere Dr.
Chicopee, MA 01020
Amount: $2,079,276
Buyer: Center For Human Development Inc.
Seller: S-H-R-T
Date: 08/06/25

29 Casino Ave.
Chicopee, MA 01013
Amount: $325,000
Buyer: Monalisa T. Smith
Seller: Cig4 LLC
Date: 08/15/25

36 Chateaugay St.
Chicopee, MA 01020
Amount: $180,000
Buyer: Kmak LLC
Seller: Sharon Cox
Date: 08/14/25

46 Dakota Dr.
Chicopee, MA 01013
Amount: $2,079,276
Buyer: Center For Human Development Inc.
Seller: S-H-R-T
Date: 08/06/25

35 Dejordy Lane
Chicopee, MA 01020
Amount: $590,000
Buyer: Michael V. Kulisz
Seller: Cheryl A. Desroches
Date: 08/11/25

121 Donlyn Dr.
Chicopee, MA 01013
Amount: $350,000
Buyer: Mitzi C. Lewis-Douglas
Seller: Brian M. Hickey
Date: 08/15/25

24 Driscoll St.
Chicopee, MA 01020
Amount: $250,000
Buyer: Timothy Foley
Seller: Andre J. Talbot
Date: 08/15/25

5 Duprat Ave.
Chicopee, MA 01013
Amount: $215,000
Buyer: Elaine R. Cote
Seller: Donna Teehan
Date: 08/13/25

3 Graham Dr.
Chicopee, MA 01013
Amount: $317,000
Buyer: Alberto L. Molina
Seller: Veteran Stan LLC
Date: 08/05/25

42 Jacob St.
Chicopee, MA 01020
Amount: $270,000
Buyer: Emily Woods
Seller: Justine R. Jaworski
Date: 08/15/25

37 Kimball St.
Chicopee, MA 01013
Amount: $200,000
Buyer: JoeJoe Properties LLC
Seller: Harry Rolon
Date: 08/06/25

17 Labelle Circle
Chicopee, MA 01020
Amount: $305,000
Buyer: Custom Home Development Group LLC
Seller: Radwanski, Frederick P., (Estate)
Date: 08/12/25

48 Laclede Ave.
Chicopee, MA 01020
Amount: $325,000
Buyer: Kendra Paquette
Seller: Shawn C. Runyon
Date: 08/05/25

13 Louise Ave.
Chicopee, MA 01013
Amount: $318,000
Buyer: Richard Bernard
Seller: Joseph B. Lavato
Date: 08/14/25

1072 Montgomery St.
Chicopee, MA 01013
Amount: $315,000
Buyer: Daniel Taupier
Seller: George S. Teixeira
Date: 08/15/25

116 Muzzy St.
Chicopee, MA 01020
Amount: $355,000
Buyer: Jacob S. Parrott
Seller: Caitlyn R. Reese
Date: 08/05/25

580 New Ludlow Road
Chicopee, MA 01020
Amount: $300,000
Buyer: Drew Balderston
Seller: Patricia C. Smalley
Date: 08/08/25

38 Nye St.
Chicopee, MA 01020
Amount: $303,000
Buyer: Jessica Melero
Seller: Matthew Richard
Date: 08/07/25

112 Sherman Ave.
Chicopee, MA 01013
Amount: $380,000
Buyer: Scott A. Czapienski
Seller: John W. Czapienski
Date: 08/15/25

70 Watson St.
Chicopee, MA 01020
Amount: $310,000
Buyer: Markus R. Rodriguez
Seller: Mary M. Gelinas RET
Date: 08/11/25

EAST LONGMEADOW

165 Braeburn Road
East Longmeadow, MA 01028
Amount: $575,000
Buyer: Nga V. Ngo
Seller: Joseph Trivisonno
Date: 08/06/25

38 Country Club Dr.
East Longmeadow, MA 01028
Amount: $715,000
Buyer: Hunter Shea
Seller: David C. Fazzino
Date: 08/15/25

78 Elm St.
East Longmeadow, MA 01028
Amount: $225,000
Buyer: Pro Olive LLC
Seller: Heal, Kenenth A., (Estate)
Date: 08/05/25

84 Hanward Hill
East Longmeadow, MA 01028
Amount: $214,261
Buyer: Vrmtg Asset TR
Seller: Lawrence Richards
Date: 08/12/25

213 Kibbe Road
East Longmeadow, MA 01028
Amount: $220,000
Buyer: Malia Homebuyers LLC
Seller: Robert, Armand Joseph, (Estate)
Date: 08/15/25

211 Parker St.
East Longmeadow, MA 01028
Amount: $320,000
Buyer: Timothy G. Jansson
Seller: Paul S. Marchese
Date: 08/15/25

HAMPDEN

61 East Longmeadow Road
Hampden, MA 01036
Amount: $380,000
Buyer: Timothy Dion
Seller: Jessika Arcouette
Date: 08/08/25

37 Genevieve Dr.
Hampden, MA 01036
Amount: $518,000
Buyer: John Wajdula
Seller: Gerrit J. Devries
Date: 08/05/25

474 Glendale Road
Hampden, MA 01036
Amount: $160,000
Buyer: Chamber Investment Group LLC
Seller: Denise M. Tilli-Johnson
Date: 08/04/25

189 Scantic Road
Hampden, MA 01036
Amount: $325,000
Buyer: David E. Rosso
Seller: Lori A. Cummings
Date: 08/07/25

16 Somers Road
Hampden, MA 01036
Amount: $685,000
Buyer: Belmont Avenue RT
Seller: 16 Somers Road LLC
Date: 08/13/25

HOLLAND

11 Hamilton Dr.
Holland, MA 01521
Amount: $435,000
Buyer: Michele B. Hoey
Seller: Jonathan Weaver
Date: 08/15/25

32 Stony Hill Road
Holland, MA 01521
Amount: $305,000
Buyer: Jennifer Ribeiro
Seller: Audrey B. Leighton LT
Date: 08/07/25

HOLYOKE

494 Appleton St.
Holyoke, MA 01040
Amount: $1,770,724
Buyer: Center For Human Development Inc.
Seller: S-H-R-T
Date: 08/06/25

124 Chestnut St.
Holyoke, MA 01040
Amount: $400,000
Buyer: Mass. International Festival Of Arts Inc.
Seller: Donald A. Shewchuk
Date: 08/05/25

44 Congress Ave.
Holyoke, MA 01040
Amount: $360,000
Buyer: James Bell
Seller: Gabriella Phelan
Date: 08/15/25

23-25 Dexter St.
Holyoke, MA 01040
Amount: $2,079,276
Buyer: Center For Human Development Inc.
Seller: S-H-R-T
Date: 08/06/25

246 East Dwight St.
Holyoke, MA 01040
Amount: $197,000
Buyer: Cfc Development LLC
Seller: 3 Harps LLC
Date: 08/04/25

232 Elm St.
Holyoke, MA 01040
Amount: $388,000
Buyer: Chapeaurouge Investors LLC
Seller: Pah De3 LLC
Date: 08/06/25

4 Faille Ave.
Holyoke, MA 01040
Amount: $300,000
Buyer: Juan C. Gonzalez
Seller: Manuel Diaz
Date: 08/04/25

61 Fairfield Ave.
Holyoke, MA 01040
Amount: $505,000
Buyer: Paulo J. Oliveira
Seller: Brandice Rafus-Brenning
Date: 08/13/25

30 Hitchcock St.
Holyoke, MA 01040
Amount: $265,000
Buyer: Stanislaw Provost
Seller: Chalmers Jr., Thomas E., (Estate)
Date: 08/13/25

81 Lynch Dr.
Holyoke, MA 01040
Amount: $325,000
Buyer: Tanairy Feliciano
Seller: Michael D. Morin
Date: 08/15/25

198 Mountain View Dr.
Holyoke, MA 01040
Amount: $590,000
Buyer: Kelsie Bacon
Seller: Marc F. Marinello
Date: 08/08/25

1817 Northampton St.
Holyoke, MA 01040
Amount: $2,079,276
Buyer: Center For Human Development Inc.
Seller: S-H-R-T
Date: 08/06/25

11 Roosevelt Ave.
Holyoke, MA 01040
Amount: $280,000
Buyer: Dina Flemati
Seller: Patricia A. Carlson
Date: 08/06/25

179 Sargeant St.
Holyoke, MA 01040
Amount: $125,000
Buyer: Ryan Randall Realty LLC
Seller: Donald J. Haberman RT
Date: 08/07/25

22 Vadnais St.
Holyoke, MA 01040
Amount: $225,000
Buyer: Daniel J. Donoghue
Seller: Roger D. Donoghue
Date: 08/13/25

44 Washington Ave.
Holyoke, MA 01040
Amount: $300,000
Buyer: Michael L. Brouillette
Seller: Fitzgerald Home Solutions LLC
Date: 08/07/25

LONGMEADOW

237 Burbank Road
Longmeadow, MA 01106
Amount: $475,000
Buyer: Vikas Arora
Seller: Robert E. Girvan
Date: 08/05/25

927 Converse St.
Longmeadow, MA 01106
Amount: $620,000
Buyer: Connor Dendieval
Seller: Marc J. Zerbe
Date: 08/04/25

207 Hazardville Road
Longmeadow, MA 01106
Amount: $615,000
Buyer: Ruslan Goldman
Seller: Al-Tahoun TR
Date: 08/13/25

82 Knollwood Dr.
Longmeadow, MA 01106
Amount: $604,000
Buyer: Rachel Rosenberger
Seller: Hannah Volk
Date: 08/14/25

36 Lees Lane
Longmeadow, MA 01106
Amount: $680,000
Buyer: Robert E. Girvan
Seller: Arnold H. Vogel
Date: 08/05/25

153 Maple Road
Longmeadow, MA 01106
Amount: $429,000
Buyer: Bernard Sanvie
Seller: Janis R. Creeger
Date: 08/13/25

44 Meadowbrook Road
Longmeadow, MA 01106
Amount: $686,000
Buyer: Duane A. Farley
Seller: Ralph C. Elder
Date: 08/08/25

236 Williamsburg Dr.
Longmeadow, MA 01106
Amount: $750,000
Buyer: Chelsea P. Tolley
Seller: Alfred Z. Liu
Date: 08/11/25

LUDLOW

31 Armand St.
Ludlow, MA 01056
Amount: $365,000
Buyer: Jennifer Jorge
Seller: Katie J. Leary
Date: 08/07/25

47 Americo St.
Ludlow, MA 01056
Amount: $375,000
Buyer: Deven K. Collignon
Seller: Alzira Lopes
Date: 08/15/25

141 Barna St.
Ludlow, MA 01056
Amount: $187,300
Buyer: Kristen L. Currier
Seller: Gail Daniele
Date: 08/08/25

25 Bluegrass Lane
Ludlow, MA 01056
Amount: $350,000
Buyer: Erin K. McCullough
Seller: Brian D. Hite
Date: 08/07/25

172-174 Cedar St.
Ludlow, MA 01056
Amount: $244,321
Buyer: Arpc LLC
Seller: Donna M. Andre
Date: 08/08/25

49 Crest St.
Ludlow, MA 01056
Amount: $302,500
Buyer: Nadir Palantino
Seller: Trevor J. Lewicki
Date: 08/11/25

52 Gaudreau Ave.
Ludlow, MA 01056
Amount: $321,600
Buyer: Joshua Dayton
Seller: Podsadowski, Elaine A., (Estate)
Date: 08/05/25

33 Grimard St.
Ludlow, MA 01056
Amount: $165,250
Buyer: Ushokoledi RT
Seller: Robichaud, Lisa A., (Estate)
Date: 08/15/25

82 Laroche St.
Ludlow, MA 01056
Amount: $335,000
Buyer: Rina N. Le
Seller: Randy C. Kulis
Date: 08/08/25

6 McLean Pkwy.
Ludlow, MA 01056
Amount: $540,000
Buyer: Kathleen Parker-O’Toole
Seller: Elena C. Caldeira
Date: 08/05/25

69 Michael St.
Ludlow, MA 01056
Amount: $278,000
Buyer: Palmira Ferreira
Seller: Barbara Rivette
Date: 08/14/25

132 Prokop Ave.
Ludlow, MA 01056
Amount: $335,000
Buyer: Henrique M. Bastos
Seller: Mary E. Walker
Date: 08/14/25

111 Spring Meadow Dr.
Ludlow, MA 01056
Amount: $775,000
Buyer: Lori A. Lewicki
Seller: Agostino Calheno
Date: 08/14/25

136 Vienna Ave.
Ludlow, MA 01056
Amount: $450,000
Buyer: Stephanie N. Goncalves
Seller: Akehurst Homes LLC
Date: 08/07/25

250 West St.
Ludlow, MA 01056
Amount: $1,100,000
Buyer: Sun Construction LLC
Seller: Peter S. Kawie
Date: 08/05/25

MONSON

371 Boston Road W
Monson, MA 01057
Amount: $340,000
Buyer: Dany Nguyen
Seller: Charles A. Ramadon Sr. RET
Date: 08/15/25

24 Butler Road
Monson, MA 01057
Amount: $450,000
Buyer: Raja Ouazzari
Seller: David S. Bracetti
Date: 08/11/25

4 Dunhamtown Road
Monson, MA 01057
Amount: $400,000
Buyer: Thomas W. Shumway
Seller: George R. Tower
Date: 08/11/25

8 Whitney Ave.
Monson, MA 01057
Amount: $550,000
Buyer: Jaxnos Properties LLC
Seller: Anita D. Collins
Date: 08/08/25

PALMER

17 Country Lane
Palmer, MA 01069
Amount: $500,000
Buyer: Liza Stacy
Seller: Jeffrey D. Jacob
Date: 08/15/25

1382 Main St., Lot 3
Palmer, MA 01069
Amount: $467,500
Buyer: Axcam Property LLC
Seller: Demon Deacon Realty LLC
Date: 08/15/25

1382 Main St., Lot A1
Palmer, MA 01069
Amount: $467,500
Buyer: Axcam Property LLC
Seller: Demon Deacon Realty LLC
Date: 08/15/25

1382 Main St., Lot A2
Palmer, MA 01069
Amount: $467,500
Buyer: Axcam Property LLC
Seller: Demon Deacon Realty LLC
Date: 08/15/25

1382 Main St., Lot A3
Palmer, MA 01069
Amount: $467,500
Buyer: Axcam Property LLC
Seller: Demon Deacon Realty LLC
Date: 08/15/25

1098 Pleasant St.
Palmer, MA 01069
Amount: $285,000
Buyer: Thomas J. Mileski
Seller: Raquel Y. Murphy
Date: 08/08/25

70 Ruggles St.
Palmer, MA 01080
Amount: $196,692
Buyer: Freedom Mortgage Corp.
Seller: Elyzza F. Blatchley
Date: 08/12/25

377 Wilbraham St.
Palmer, MA 01069
Amount: $340,000
Buyer: Dany Nguyen
Seller: Charles A. Ramadon Sr. RET
Date: 08/15/25

RUSSELL

6 Blandford Stage Road
Russell, MA 01071
Amount: $135,000
Buyer: J. Sperry Realty LLC
Seller: Dane A. Graves
Date: 08/15/25

SPRINGFIELD

73 Abbe Ave.
Springfield, MA 01107
Amount: $251,000
Buyer: Claudio Madeira
Seller: Nathaly Rodriguez
Date: 08/15/25

1566 Allen St.
Springfield, MA 01118
Amount: $2,079,276
Buyer: Center For Human Development Inc.
Seller: S-H-R-T
Date: 08/06/25

14 Aster St.
Springfield, MA 01109
Amount: $295,000
Buyer: Pedro Flores-Baez
Seller: Post Investment LLC
Date: 08/08/25

49 Bamforth Road
Springfield, MA 01128
Amount: $286,000
Buyer: Bobby Cheng
Seller: Karen I. Rogers
Date: 08/08/25

18 Blaine St.
Springfield, MA 01108
Amount: $405,000
Buyer: Kck Real Estate LLC
Seller: Raymond Crane
Date: 08/12/25

5 Blueberry Hill St.
Springfield, MA 01128
Amount: $278,575
Buyer: Shantelle Wills
Seller: Ronald L. Dion
Date: 08/08/25

171 Boston Road
Springfield, MA 01109
Amount: $305,000
Buyer: Nicolas J. Rienzo
Seller: William Rivera
Date: 08/12/25

667 Bradley Road
Springfield, MA 01109
Amount: $300,000
Buyer: Chad Vanwingerden
Seller: Angelo Deguglielmo
Date: 08/12/25

144 Bristol St.
Springfield, MA 01109
Amount: $288,750
Buyer: Fernado L. Ortiz
Seller: Anthony R. Mazza
Date: 08/12/25

25 Burnside Ter.
Springfield, MA 01118
Amount: $260,000
Buyer: Kali A. Freeman
Seller: Freeman, Wayne Allen, (Estate)
Date: 08/08/25

40 Byers St.
Springfield, MA 01105
Amount: $399,900
Buyer: Dalin Ou
Seller: Gallant LT
Date: 08/15/25

61 Caitlin Dr.
Springfield, MA 01118
Amount: $385,000
Buyer: Umar Chaudhry
Seller: Diamond RT
Date: 08/07/25

224 Cambria St.
Springfield, MA 01118
Amount: $320,000
Buyer: Engel F. Rodriguez
Seller: Nga N. Van
Date: 08/06/25

58 Champlain Ave.
Springfield, MA 01151
Amount: $186,000
Buyer: Shea M. Farrow
Seller: John Wynne
Date: 08/08/25

482 Chestnut St.
Springfield, MA 01107
Amount: $210,000
Buyer: Onyx Investments LLC
Seller: Naples Home Buyers TR
Date: 08/13/25

226-228 College St.
Springfield, MA 01109
Amount: $390,000
Buyer: Elias De Castro
Seller: DB Investments and Property LLC
Date: 08/04/25

56 Colonial Ave.
Springfield, MA 01109
Amount: $310,000
Buyer: Nickolas D. Menezes
Seller: Numeri Capital Investors LLC
Date: 08/13/25

137-139 Commonwealth Ave.
Springfield, MA 01108
Amount: $337,000
Buyer: Alexia T. Escribano
Seller: Hoang K. Nguyen
Date: 08/12/25

71 Daviston St.
Springfield, MA 01108
Amount: $294,000
Buyer: Samantha Walter
Seller: Matthew Fallon
Date: 08/13/25

779 Dickinson St.
Springfield, MA 01108
Amount: $279,900
Buyer: Joanne Skala
Seller: Elizabeth A. Aguayo
Date: 08/06/25

128 Drexel St.
Springfield, MA 01104
Amount: $290,000
Buyer: Jonathan A. Irizarry
Seller: Richard Roos
Date: 08/14/25

159 East St.
Springfield, MA 01104
Amount: $275,000
Buyer: Joniel P. Rivera
Seller: Carmen J. Santos
Date: 08/08/25

7 East St.
Springfield, MA 01104
Amount: $250,000
Buyer: Yelitza R. Centeno
Seller: Christian S. Carmona
Date: 08/08/25

92 Firglade Ave.
Springfield, MA 01108
Amount: $450,000
Buyer: Wilma Babayco
Seller: Indira D. Lalak
Date: 08/15/25

32 Greenleaf St.
Springfield, MA 01108
Amount: $335,000
Buyer: Dambar Sunuwar
Seller: Christian M. Henriquez
Date: 08/05/25

509-511 Hancock St.
Springfield, MA 01105
Amount: $497,000
Buyer: Tatiana Rodriguez
Seller: VLS Home Builders LLC
Date: 08/14/25

175 Hanson Dr.
Springfield, MA 01128
Amount: $300,000
Buyer: Logan Wingate
Seller: Michelle L. Bennett
Date: 08/11/25

42-44 Harvey St.
Springfield, MA 01119
Amount: $490,000
Buyer: Tyrone Miranda
Seller: Vieira Family Properties LLC
Date: 08/06/25

24 Higgins St.
Springfield, MA 01108
Amount: $290,000
Buyer: Winston S. McLean
Seller: Holly J. Denis
Date: 08/15/25

106 Homestead Ave.
Springfield, MA 01151
Amount: $445,000
Buyer: Darian S. Garner
Seller: Homestead J&T LLC
Date: 08/15/25

8-10 Kensington Ave.
Springfield, MA 01108
Amount: $490,000
Buyer: Maxime Langlois
Seller: Carlos Morales
Date: 08/06/25

86 Lakevilla Ave.
Springfield, MA 01109
Amount: $223,920
Buyer: Alp Properties LLC
Seller: Gordon S. Morgan
Date: 08/08/25

16 Laurel St.
Springfield, MA 01107
Amount: $400,000
Buyer: Juan Liriano
Seller: Carmelo Vega-Hernandez
Date: 08/12/25

18 Lawton St.
Springfield, MA 01109
Amount: $170,000
Buyer: P&R Investments LLC
Seller: Alice M. Force TR
Date: 08/13/25

181 Lebanon St.
Springfield, MA 01109
Amount: $293,000
Buyer: Ricardo V. Cordova
Seller: Melvin Rodriguez
Date: 08/11/25

172 Mallowhill Road
Springfield, MA 01129
Amount: $350,000
Buyer: Jeanne A. Whaley
Seller: Taylor Tran
Date: 08/08/25

17 Manhattan St.
Springfield, MA 01109
Amount: $260,000
Buyer: Roselande Datus
Seller: Casa Bonita Apts. LLC
Date: 08/13/25

10 Monroe St.
Springfield, MA 01109
Amount: $385,000
Buyer: Melquisedez G. Rodriguez
Seller: Alexandra Fortich
Date: 08/08/25

209 Morton St.
Springfield, MA 01119
Amount: $420,000
Buyer: Pierre Keu
Seller: Debra Watson
Date: 08/05/25

24 Oakwood Ter.
Springfield, MA 01109
Amount: $252,000
Buyer: Rhodaja Shubrick
Seller: Marvenia Shubrick
Date: 08/08/25

45 Olney Ave.
Springfield, MA 01119
Amount: $375,000
Buyer: Jacqueline A. Dion
Seller: Birgit T. Garcia-Guerra
Date: 08/08/25

81 Osborne Ter.
Springfield, MA 01104
Amount: $254,900
Buyer: Virjinett Placeres-Ortiz
Seller: FH Vision Inc.
Date: 08/07/25

27 Overlook Dr.
Springfield, MA 01118
Amount: $410,000
Buyer: Amber McKay
Seller: Linda Sullivan
Date: 08/15/25

1362 Page Blvd.
Springfield, MA 01104
Amount: $325,000
Buyer: Jessica Burkel-Lazic
Seller: Better Builders Construction LLC
Date: 08/14/25

18 Pascal Dr.
Springfield, MA 01119
Amount: $250,000
Buyer: R.&R. Home Improvement & Remodelling
Seller: Guadalupe M. Defriedson
Date: 08/04/25

37 Pennsylvania Ave.
Springfield, MA 01118
Amount: $340,000
Buyer: Zulmy A. Zepeda
Seller: Derek Chandonnet
Date: 08/08/25

265 Pheland St.
Springfield, MA 01109
Amount: $305,000
Buyer: Bryan J. Garcia Ramos
Seller: Carmen R. Rodriguez
Date: 08/05/25

147 Quaker Road
Springfield, MA 01118
Amount: $320,000
Buyer: Sophie Parquet
Seller: Cig2 LLC
Date: 08/08/25

76 Regal St.
Springfield, MA 01118
Amount: $290,000
Buyer: Jake J. Falcone
Seller: Sarah Ragonese
Date: 08/08/25

60 Ringgold St.
Springfield, MA 01107
Amount: $162,000
Buyer: Nexus Apartments LLC
Seller: Naples Home Buyers TR
Date: 08/04/25

175 Riverton Road
Springfield, MA 01109
Amount: $262,000
Buyer: Dalizbeth River-Szczypien
Seller: Luping Pell
Date: 08/08/25

107 Rollins St.
Springfield, MA 01109
Amount: $278,000
Buyer: Allison L. Jette
Seller: Jewell FT
Date: 08/04/25

195 Rosewell St.
Springfield, MA 01109
Amount: $280,000
Buyer: Edwin A. Ortiz
Seller: Stephan P. Turoczy
Date: 08/15/25

214 Spear Road
Springfield, MA 01119
Amount: $345,000
Buyer: Barbara Tanco
Seller: Luis Collazo
Date: 08/13/25

782 Sumner Ave.
Springfield, MA 01108
Amount: $440,000
Buyer: Dariana Crisostomo
Seller: Cig4 LLC
Date: 08/14/25

17-19 Tacoma St.
Springfield, MA 01104
Amount: $315,000
Buyer: Edwin A. Lopez
Seller: Mary T. Callaghan
Date: 08/04/25

107 Valley Road
Springfield, MA 01119
Amount: $310,000
Buyer: Alfredo Wilson
Seller: Matthew J. Foley
Date: 08/04/25

55 Ventura St.
Springfield, MA 01108
Amount: $128,000
Buyer: Deborah L. Weitkunat
Seller: Karen Slezak
Date: 08/13/25

88 Washburn St.
Springfield, MA 01107
Amount: $470,000
Buyer: Dingle Fullerton
Seller: Wun M. Suen
Date: 08/15/25

77 West Allen Ridge Road
Springfield, MA 01118
Amount: $230,000
Buyer: JoeJoe Properties LLC
Seller: Christopher G. Rondeau
Date: 08/12/25

118-120 Westford Circle
Springfield, MA 01109
Amount: $400,000
Buyer: Maria R. Mercedes
Seller: Little Eagle LLC
Date: 08/14/25

39-41 Wilcox St.
Springfield, MA 01105
Amount: $269,000
Buyer: Riccardo G. Albano
Seller: Milan Property Group LLC
Date: 08/08/25

1075-1077 Worcester St.
Springfield, MA 01151
Amount: $350,000
Buyer: Anthony Bixby
Seller: Duarte S. Henriques
Date: 08/05/25

45 Wrona St.
Springfield, MA 01151
Amount: $255,430
Buyer: Guild Mortgage Co. LLC
Seller: Alisa Troncoso
Date: 08/15/25

SOUTHWICK

25 Davis Road
Southwick, MA 01077
Amount: $670,000
Buyer: Jacob Dugard
Seller: Berthiaume, Charles G., (Estate)
Date: 08/08/25

8 Field St.
Southwick, MA 01077
Amount: $375,000
Buyer: Tyler E. Richmond
Seller: Kenneth S. Nielsen
Date: 08/06/25

1 Lexington Circle
Southwick, MA 01077
Amount: $710,000
Buyer: Julie Carmody
Seller: Linda L. Afonso
Date: 08/15/25

11 Lexington Circle
Southwick, MA 01077
Amount: $725,000
Buyer: Allyson W. Lopez
Seller: Karrie Ford
Date: 08/06/25

24 South Loomis St.
Southwick, MA 01077
Amount: $445,138
Buyer: Glenn Billings
Seller: National Residential Services Inc.
Date: 08/08/25

24 South Loomis St.
Southwick, MA 01077
Amount: $445,138
Buyer: National Residential Services Inc.
Seller: Robert D. Brodhagen
Date: 08/08/25

TOLLAND

233 Fox Den Road
Tolland, MA 01034
Amount: $370,000
Buyer: William Benedetto
Seller: David A. Stone
Date: 08/15/25

WALES

11 Bayside Dr.
Wales, MA 01081
Amount: $625,000
Buyer: Derek Gromko
Seller: Robert A. Hatch
Date: 08/15/25

11 Grove Point Road
Wales, MA 01081
Amount: $610,000
Buyer: W. & Sandra Perkins LT
Seller: Kathleen Andre
Date: 08/12/25

165 Monson Road
Wales, MA 01081
Amount: $300,000
Buyer: Colby Duverger
Seller: Lynda St.Germain
Date: 08/14/25

15 Sichols Colony Road
Wales, MA 01081
Amount: $275,000
Buyer: Richard J. Josselyn
Seller: Dawn D. Gilliatt
Date: 08/12/25

WESTFIELD

East Mountain Road, Lot 2
Westfield, MA 01085
Amount: $144,900
Buyer: Nazar A. Vasilchenko
Seller: Michael P. Dupuis
Date: 08/11/25

East Mountain Road, Lot 4
Westfield, MA 01085
Amount: $145,000
Buyer: Stefan Mita
Seller: Michael P. Dupuis
Date: 08/12/25

68 Hagan Ave.
Westfield, MA 01085
Amount: $405,000
Buyer: Alexsandr Rafalskiy
Seller: Christopher Paquette
Date: 08/06/25

162 Meadow St.
Westfield, MA 01085
Amount: $185,000
Buyer: Eric J. Holt
Seller: Jason Valles
Date: 08/15/25

247 Munger Hill Road
Westfield, MA 01085
Amount: $685,000
Buyer: Michael Bednaz
Seller: Michael J. Davis
Date: 08/07/25

148 Northwest Road
Westfield, MA 01085
Amount: $440,000
Buyer: Stanley Lashtur
Seller: Bryan W. McFarland
Date: 08/11/25

24 Old Feeding Hills Road
Westfield, MA 01085
Amount: $457,537
Buyer: Savier M. Pagan
Seller: Aleksandr Gitsman
Date: 08/04/25

54 Rachael Ter.
Westfield, MA 01085
Amount: $775,000
Buyer: Austin T. Lyne
Seller: Sara S. Mahoney
Date: 08/04/25

1058 Russell Road
Westfield, MA 01085
Amount: $369,000
Buyer: Jacquelyn E. Wolf
Seller: Saad Q. Mohammed
Date: 08/15/25

9 Sherman St.
Westfield, MA 01085
Amount: $335,000
Buyer: Joshua Hnatiuk
Seller: Judith A. Lennon
Date: 08/12/25

40 Skipper Lane
Westfield, MA 01085
Amount: $565,000
Buyer: William Lyle
Seller: Kimberly M. Hall
Date: 08/13/25

127 Steiger Dr.
Westfield, MA 01085
Amount: $397,500
Buyer: Elizabeth C. Ouimette
Seller: Melissa L. Campana
Date: 08/15/25

55 Valley View Dr.
Westfield, MA 01085
Amount: $445,000
Buyer: Alexander Hall
Seller: Sandra J. Wood
Date: 08/08/25

50 West School St.
Westfield, MA 01085
Amount: $306,000
Buyer: Paige Hollander
Seller: 50 West School St. Land Trust
Date: 08/07/25

76 Wildflower Circle
Westfield, MA 01085
Amount: $600,000
Buyer: Jonathan F. Chretien
Seller: Susan E. Kelley
Date: 08/06/25

WILBRAHAM

2589 Boston Road
Wilbraham, MA 01095
Amount: $800,000
Buyer: 2589 Boston Road LLC
Seller: Redasi Holdings Inc.
Date: 08/15/25

2597 Boston Road
Wilbraham, MA 01095
Amount: $800,000
Buyer: 2589 Boston Road LLC
Seller: Redasi Holdings Inc.
Date: 08/15/25

2599 Boston Road
Wilbraham, MA 01095
Amount: $800,000
Buyer: 2589 Boston Road LLC
Seller: Redasi Holdings Inc.
Date: 08/15/25

9 East Colonial Road
Wilbraham, MA 01095
Amount: $460,000
Buyer: Kurt MacDonald
Seller: Samuel B. Everett
Date: 08/11/25

28 Eastwood Dr.
Wilbraham, MA 01095
Amount: $700,000
Buyer: David Coughlin
Seller: Bretta Construction LLC
Date: 08/14/25

188 Main St.
Wilbraham, MA 01095
Amount: $675,000
Buyer: Nut Bucket Two TR
Seller: Michael C. Gouin
Date: 08/11/25

4 Mirick Lane
Wilbraham, MA 01095
Amount: $425,000
Buyer: David C. Herminghuysen
Seller: Lorraine N. McMahon
Date: 08/11/25

25 Ruth Dr.
Wilbraham, MA 01095
Amount: $440,000
Buyer: Paul S. Marchese
Seller: Eric E. Tyburski
Date: 08/15/25

WEST SPRINGFIELD

9 Abigaile Lane
West Springfield, MA 01089
Amount: $707,000
Buyer: Toralben P. Patel
Seller: Brian G. Signet
Date: 08/05/25

76 Adrian Ave.
West Springfield, MA 01089
Amount: $170,000
Buyer: William Raleigh
Seller: Jonathan M. Higgins
Date: 08/15/25

96 Craiwell Ave.
West Springfield, MA 01089
Amount: $400,000
Buyer: Hannah Kearing
Seller: Amanda E. Somers
Date: 08/12/25

16 Fairview Ave.
West Springfield, MA 01089
Amount: $480,000
Buyer: Oxana Gavel
Seller: Wolf Of Westside LLC
Date: 08/13/25

51 Glenview Dr.
West Springfield, MA 01089
Amount: $370,000
Buyer: Amber Wheeler
Seller: Tianyi Zhou
Date: 08/13/25

151 Labelle St.
West Springfield, MA 01089
Amount: $330,000
Buyer: Alyssa A. Demers
Seller: Igor Kolomin
Date: 08/07/25

882 Main St.
West Springfield, MA 01089
Amount: $1,300,000
Buyer: Round Two LLC
Seller: Michael J. Veillette
Date: 08/13/25

903 Main St.
West Springfield, MA 01089
Amount: $1,300,000
Buyer: Round Two LLC
Seller: Michael J. Veillette
Date: 08/13/25

42 Myron St.
West Springfield, MA 01089
Amount: $400,000
Buyer: 2025 LLC
Seller: Chandler Holdings LLC
Date: 08/08/25

54 Myron St.
West Springfield, MA 01089
Amount: $2,200,000
Buyer: 2025 LLC
Seller: Robin C. Taylor LLC
Date: 08/08/25

66 Myron St.
West Springfield, MA 01089
Amount: $2,200,000
Buyer: 2025 LLC
Seller: Robin C. Taylor LLC
Date: 08/08/25

176 North Blvd.
West Springfield, MA 01089
Amount: $339,000
Buyer: Vivian Azums
Seller: Alyaa H. Saleh
Date: 08/08/25

50 Oleander St.
West Springfield, MA 01089
Amount: $355,000
Buyer: Jenna Stetson
Seller: Juli Thibault
Date: 08/13/25

694 Rogers Ave.
West Springfield, MA 01089
Amount: $650,000
Buyer: Amanda E. Conway
Seller: Gieng B. Du
Date: 08/12/25

HAMPSHIRE COUNTY

AMHERST

116 High St.
Amherst, MA 01002
Amount: $900,000
Buyer: Srinivas Loke
Seller: Simon C. Leutz
Date: 08/13/25

53 Iduna Lane
Amherst, MA 01002
Amount: $805,000
Buyer: John D. Barry TR
Seller: Frank M. Gatti RET
Date: 08/15/25

8 Kingman Road
Amherst, MA 01002
Amount: $592,500
Buyer: Jeremy A. Lignori
Seller: Joanne H. Shea
Date: 08/05/25

95 Larkspur Dr.
Amherst, MA 01002
Amount: $835,000
Buyer: Nicholas F. Osborne
Seller: Matthew P. Linn
Date: 08/11/25

Market Hill Road
Amherst, MA 01002
Amount: $125,000
Buyer: Kelvy Bird
Seller: Damon R. Bosetti
Date: 08/04/25

7 Moss Lane
Amherst, MA 01002
Amount: $475,000
Buyer: Robert G. Sullivan
Seller: Jiamin Li
Date: 08/14/25

36 Railroad St.
Amherst, MA 01002
Amount: $270,000
Buyer: Porter Ft
Seller: Frank H. Thornton
Date: 08/15/25

BELCHERTOWN

111 Aldrich St.
Belchertown, MA 01007
Amount: $625,000
Buyer: Michael Gouin
Seller: Pamela J. Martins
Date: 08/11/25

86 Amherst Road
Belchertown, MA 01007
Amount: $399,000
Buyer: Amber Carr
Seller: William J. Matthews
Date: 08/05/25

248 Amherst Road
Belchertown, MA 01007
Amount: $359,000
Buyer: Edward Perez
Seller: Justin T. Serpone
Date: 08/12/25

24 Azalea Way
Belchertown, MA 01007
Amount: $570,000
Buyer: Dong Yu
Seller: Elaine Lanouse RET
Date: 08/15/25

Cold Spring Road, Lot 2
Belchertown, MA 01007
Amount: $150,000
Buyer: Daniel L. Smith
Seller: Valthea McGee Fry RET
Date: 08/07/25

15 Country Lane
Belchertown, MA 01007
Amount: $255,000
Buyer: Steven S. Alves
Seller: Clara B. Crandall
Date: 08/14/25

91 Gulf Road
Belchertown, MA 01007
Amount: $353,500
Buyer: Sianna Plavin
Seller: Pratt, Christine A., (Estate)
Date: 08/15/25

6 Pease Lane
Belchertown, MA 01007
Amount: $455,000
Buyer: John J. Montesi
Seller: Nicholas F. Osborne
Date: 08/11/25

32 Sarah Lane
Belchertown, MA 01007
Amount: $425,000
Buyer: Kristina Tran
Seller: Liyaudeen A. Sulaiman
Date: 08/08/25

CHESTERFIELD

85 Damon Pond Road
Chesterfield, MA 01012
Amount: $425,000
Buyer: Melvin Rodriguez
Seller: Thomas A. Lemire
Date: 08/12/25

11 Farmhouse Road
Chesterfield, MA 01012
Amount: $435,000
Buyer: Nicole K. Redmond
Seller: William A. Carey
Date: 08/12/25

CUMMINGTON

224 Berkshire Trail
Cummington, MA 01026
Amount: $380,000
Buyer: Miranda Hughes
Seller: James Saunders
Date: 08/15/25

EASTHAMPTON

7 Gaston St.
Easthampton, MA 01027
Amount: $376,000
Buyer: Jean Burger
Seller: Tammy L. Mullen
Date: 08/04/25

6 Oakridge Circle
Easthampton, MA 01027
Amount: $465,000
Buyer: Nicole Jenkins
Seller: Robert G. Labrie
Date: 08/08/25

GOSHEN

71 South Main St.
Goshen, MA 01032
Amount: $250,000
Buyer: Norman E. Boutwell
Seller: Paul E. Bacon RET
Date: 08/11/25

GRANBY

131 Amherst St.
Granby, MA 01033
Amount: $415,000
Buyer: Britton McLeavy
Seller: Mel Cheal
Date: 08/04/25

115 Batchelor St.
Granby, MA 01033
Amount: $225,000
Buyer: Jack Clark
Seller: Dominic Ruggieri
Date: 08/05/25

96 Cold Hill Road
Granby, MA 01033
Amount: $750,000
Buyer: Zachary A. Corriveau
Seller: Katherine MacLennan
Date: 08/05/25

HADLEY

5 Adare Place
Hadley, MA 01035
Amount: $945,000
Buyer: Parul Amin
Seller: Albert J. Steppi
Date: 08/15/25

HATFIELD

121 Depot Road
Hatfield, MA 01066
Amount: $502,500
Buyer: Alister R. Shanks
Seller: Matthew R. Szczepanek
Date: 08/06/25

55 Elm St.
Hatfield, MA 01038
Amount: $650,000
Buyer: Elizabeth N. Clarks
Seller: Thomas J. Wickles
Date: 08/15/25

HUNTINGTON

204 Norwich Lake
Huntington, MA 01050
Amount: $437,000
Buyer: Melissa K. Mutter
Seller: Leta Herman
Date: 08/07/25

 

NORTHAMPTON

13 Cherry St.
Northampton, MA 01060
Amount: $685,000
Buyer: Ann Doran
Seller: Daniel K. Edwards FT
Date: 08/15/25

39 Fair St.
Northampton, MA 01060
Amount: $505,689
Buyer: Ram D. Lakhani
Seller: Stella Pang
Date: 08/12/25

26 Finn St.
Northampton, MA 01060
Amount: $534,900
Buyer: Kristin Leutz
Seller: Daisy Farm Propertiers LLC
Date: 08/14/25

7 Glenwood Ave.
Northampton, MA 01060
Amount: $750,000
Buyer: Onstar Properties AA LLC
Seller: Stephen J. Cahillane
Date: 08/08/25

19 Hatfield St.
Northampton, MA 01060
Amount: $548,000
Buyer: Clare C. Okubo
Seller: Marian Bzdel
Date: 08/14/25

15 Ryan Road
Northampton, MA 01062
Amount: $325,000
Buyer: Erik T. Knerr
Seller: Clare Doyle
Date: 08/06/25

203 State St.
Northampton, MA 01060
Amount: $725,000
Buyer: Madeleine M. Adams
Seller: Rachel J. Currie-Rubin
Date: 08/15/25

9 Union St.
Northampton, MA 01060
Amount: $500,000
Buyer: MMS Realty Holdings LLC
Seller: Richard P. Marsh
Date: 08/07/25

101 Washington Ave.
Northampton, MA 01060
Amount: $1,300,000
Buyer: Mark J. Esposito
Seller: Mikey Toledano
Date: 08/15/25

60 Williams St.
Northampton, MA 01060
Amount: $305,000
Buyer: Wesley Janssen
Seller: Piech, Helena, (Estate)
Date: 08/04/25

94 Williams St.
Northampton, MA 01060
Amount: $511,000
Buyer: Rasif B. Rafiq
Seller: Ricki D. Clark
Date: 08/08/25

130 Woodland Dr.
Northampton, MA 01062
Amount: $137,500
Buyer: Judith A. Ferber
Seller: Appletree LLC
Date: 08/15/25

PELHAM

166 Packardville Road
Pelham, MA 01007
Amount: $495,000
Buyer: Alina S. Bryden
Seller: Dimiero Investment LLC
Date: 08/14/25

PLAINFIELD

344 Main St.
Plainfield, MA 01070
Amount: $140,000
Buyer: Andrew A. Inglis
Seller: 344 Main St. Plainfield NT
Date: 08/14/25

SOUTH HADLEY

25 Bartlett St.
South Hadley, MA 01075
Amount: $400,000
Buyer: Oscar Alvarez-Pinguil
Seller: Kenneth M. Ittner
Date: 08/06/25

136 East St.
South Hadley, MA 01075
Amount: $400,000
Buyer: Nicole Didomenico
Seller: 136 East St. LLC
Date: 08/15/25

606 Granby Road
South Hadley, MA 01075
Amount: $355,000
Buyer: Tammy L. Mullen
Seller: Matthew G. Bohl
Date: 08/05/25

18 Hollywood St.
South Hadley, MA 01075
Amount: $333,601
Buyer: Pedro Rios
Seller: Scott Family Properties LLC
Date: 08/06/25

2085 Memorial Dr.
South Hadley, MA 01075
Amount: $247,750
Buyer: EH Home Solutions Realty LLC
Seller: Rocket Mortgage LLC
Date: 08/12/25

146 Newton St.
South Hadley, MA 01075
Amount: $320,000
Buyer: Orion Farm Properties LLC
Seller: Francis M. Croke
Date: 08/11/25

14 Silverwood Ter.
South Hadley, MA 01075
Amount: $915,000
Buyer: Scott B. Lee
Seller: Quentin Amrani
Date: 08/14/25

45 Spring St., Ext.
South Hadley, MA 01075
Amount: $409,300
Buyer: Salimar C. Mercado
Seller: Robert L. Dunning
Date: 08/15/25

13 West Cornell St.
South Hadley, MA 01075
Amount: $450,000
Buyer: Jason Gagnon
Seller: Luke Trahan
Date: 08/14/25

WARE

21 Eagle St.
Ware, MA 01082
Amount: $220,000
Buyer: Jennifer A. Bousquet
Seller: Allyson Ridz
Date: 08/08/25

314 Palmer Road
Ware, MA 01082
Amount: $350,000
Buyer: Stephen J. Dembkoski
Seller: Dominick Lee
Date: 08/06/25

51 Pleasant St.
Ware, MA 01082
Amount: $390,000
Buyer: Melinda L. Dennis
Seller: Michael F. Matondi
Date: 08/04/25

28 W. Main St.
Ware, MA 01082
Amount: $300,000
Buyer: Cembura Lt
Seller: Beverly A. Sullivan
Date: 08/06/25

SOUTHAMPTON

7 Hawthorne Dr.
Southampton, MA 01073
Amount: $520,000
Buyer: K. M. Zavras-Bentrewicz
Seller: Kenney, Dianne F., (Estate)
Date: 08/15/25

WARE

8-10 Aspen St.
Ware, MA 01082
Amount: $128,149
Buyer: Citigan Mortgage Loam TR
Seller: Mark S. Majka
Date: 08/13/25

392 Monson Turnpike Road
Ware, MA 01082
Amount: $325,000
Buyer: James Ko
Seller: Marley Clark
Date: 08/15/25

9 Old Poor Farm Road
Ware, MA 01082
Amount: $595,000
Buyer: Susan Fry
Seller: Laurie K. Racine
Date: 08/13/25

WESTHAMPTON

334 Southampton Road
Westhampton, MA 01027
Amount: $710,000
Buyer: Molly A. Hogan
Seller: Maren E. Buck
Date: 08/04/25

Building Permits

The following building permits were issued during the month of August 2025.

EASTHAMPTON

Porvenir LLC
100-106 Cottage St.
$22,000 — Add two rooms to existing space for cosmetic procedures, add electrical outlets, install two sinks

St. Philip’s Episcopal Church
126 Main St.
$15,345 — Attic weatherstripping and insulation, add bath fan to gable/roof

HADLEY

W/S Hadley Properties II LLC
337 Russell St.
N/A — Repair/replace existing signage

LEE

Don Hunter
10 Park Place
$10,000 — Install 12 vinyl windows

LENOX

CACLB Properties
22 Walker St.
$60,000 — Convert existing space from residential back to manufacturing/industrial

PITTSFIELD

A. Leo Nash Realty LLC
99 Hawthorne Ave.
$115,650 — Tuckpoint large section of brick wall

Berkshire Fund Inc.
48 Elizabeth St.
$17,450 — Repair doors

Berkshire Medical Center Inc.
725 North St.
$89,000 — Interior alterations to reconfigure existing ultrasound room to X-ray room

Commonwealth of Massachusetts
44 Bank Row
$9,000 — Kiosk, coffee shop

The Cooper Center LLC
116 North St.
$17,961 — Repair damaged awning

Dan Fox Drive Pittsfield LLC
1 Dan Fox Dr.
$391,586 — Roofing

Premium Water Inc.
1505 West Housatonic St.
$43,319 — Quality control lab renovation, including, removal of existing finishes; installation of new walls, flooring, ceilings, and door; and modification and reinstallation of mechanical, electrical, plumbing, sprinkler, and HVAC systems

ServiceNet Inc.
717 Crane Ave.
$48,875 — Underground pipe to feed new sprinkler system

WESTFIELD

Beaver Lake Realty LLC
47 Westfield Industrial Park Road
$52,500 — Construct break room in existing warehouse space

Columbia Manufacturing
21 Cycle St.
$120,000 — Furniture showroom

Devcon Shops LLC
457 East Main St.
$6,560 — Remove partition walls

Double Play Properties LLC
225 East Main St.
N/A — Fire alarm system

Roman Catholic Diocese of Springfield
35 Bartlett St.
N/A — Replace existing interior and exterior doors, install new partitions and doors

Santander Bank
30 Elm St.
N/A — Change of use from bank to antique mall

Zap Realty LLC
181 Notre Dame St.
$77,000 — Remodel existing office space

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BOSTON — The Healey-Driscoll administration announced $911,000 in grants to support clean energy initiatives across Massachusetts. This funding, administered by the Department of Energy Resources (DOER) through the Regional Energy Planning Assistance (REPA) program, will allow 11 regional planning agencies to provide essential technical assistance to 143 cities and towns to plan and implement clean energy projects.

Three of the grants are going to Western Mass. agencies: Berkshire Regional Planning Commission ($79,000), Franklin Regional Council of Governments ($81,000), and Pioneer Valley Planning Commission ($140,700).

“When we invest in local clean energy projects, we help our communities lower energy bills and reduce pollution,” Energy and Environmental Affairs Secretary Rebecca Tepper said. “This program gives cities and towns the tools they need to plan and act. That means cleaner air, lower costs, and stronger neighborhoods across Massachusetts.”

DOER Commissioner Elizabeth Mahony added that “this funding provides valuable support to under-resourced municipalities and catalyzes regional projects. We’re proud to help our cities and towns build the knowledge and expertise they need to plan and complete clean energy projects. These projects boost local economies, lower energy costs, and create healthier, more resilient communities.”

This funding is designed to help communities achieve Green Communities Program designation and assist current green communities with the management and expansion of their clean energy efforts. Local clean energy projects cut energy use and save taxpayer dollars by reducing the cost of local government. The grants will also enable municipalities to collaborate on regional clean energy projects and improve emissions reduction planning.

An important part of the program is training for local energy managers and volunteer committees. By enhancing local expertise, communities will be better equipped to propose and review energy projects tailored to their needs.

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HOLYOKE — In recognition of National Adult Education and Family Literacy Week, Holyoke Community College (HCC) Chief of Police Jacqueline Robles will read the children’s classic Harold and the Purple Crayon during Family Story Night at the college on Wednesday, Sept. 17.

Sponsored by HCC’s Marieb Adult Learner Success Center, Family Story Night will run from 5:30 to 7 p.m. inside the Parent Learning Center (Frost 269) and in the hallway outside on the second floor of the Frost Building. In addition to the book reading, which will be conducted in English, Spanish, and American Sign Language, there will be arts and crafts for kids, pizza and other snacks, free school supplies, plus an opportunity for student parents to connect with representatives from HCC student support programs.

The purpose of National Adult Education and Family Literacy Week (Sept. 15-19) is to promote awareness about the importance of adult education and family literacy.

Born in Puerto Rico and raised in Springfield, Robles is a graduate of Holyoke High School and has been a member of the HCC Police Department for 22 years. With her promotion from sergeant, she became the first Latina to serve as HCC police chief and the first Latina police chief in Massachusetts.

Last spring, she was named a Commonwealth Heroine by the Massachusetts Commission on the Status of Women. On Friday, Sept. 12, she will be honored by the Springfield Puerto Rican Day Parade Committee at a kickoff breakfast at Wyckoff Country Club in Holyoke, and on Sunday, Sept. 14, she will march in the Springfield Puerto Rican Day Parade as the 2025 Civil Service Ambassador.

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SPRINGFIELD — Springfield Museums will host a press conference with tourism industry leaders at the Donald D’Amour Museum of Fine Arts on Thursday, Sept. 11 at 11:30 a.m., highlighting the growing cultural partnership between Western Mass. and Ireland’s County Kerry.

Scheduled to speak are Kerry Mayor Michael Foley; Lorcán Ó Cinnéide, manager of the Blasket Island Heritage Centre; Explore Western Mass President Mary Kay Wydra; and Springfield Museums President Kay Simpson.

Also in attendance will be Angela Baily, deputy mayor of Tralee; Tommy Griffin, deputy chairperson for Castleisland Corca Dhuibhne/Dingle Peninsula; Angela McAllen, Kerry County Council deputy chief executive, director of Finance, and manager of the Castleisland Corca Dhuibhne/Dingle Peninsula Municipal District; and Niamh O’Sullivan, Kerry County council director of Economic & Community Development and manager of Tralee Municipal District.

Following the press conference, the group will take in traditional Irish music performed by fiddler Jeanne Freeman, director of the Connecticut Academy of Irish Music. She will be joined by two-time All-Ireland champion Patrick Hutchinson on uilleann pipes, Claudine Langille on mandolin, and Dan Ringrose on vocals and guitar, as they present traditional instrumental music and songs from Ireland, including songs about the Irish experience of emigration. The performance is presented as part of Springfield Museums’ weekly lecture series, Museums a la Carte, which recently kicked off its 46th season.

In September 2024, Springfield Museums and the Office of Public Works of Ireland announced a partnership exploring the development of exhibitions, educational resources, and community events that enrich and promote the deep and enduring ties between Western Mass. and County Kerry.

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EASTHAMPTON — bankESB announced it has been recognized by the Boston Business Journal with the 2025 Corporate Citizenship Award, reaffirming its status as one of Massachusetts’s most charitable companies.

This marks the 11th consecutive year bankESB has earned this recognition, an acknowledgment of the bank’s deeply rooted commitment to community support through both financial contributions and volunteerism.

Central to bankESB’s philanthropic framework is its signature charitable giving initiative, the Giving Tree. Through this program, bankESB champions a range of community needs, supporting food security, affordable housing, education, veteran services, youth sports, and more throughout the cities and towns it serves.

“We’re so proud to be recognized as a good corporate citizen because that’s exactly what we strive to be,” said Matthew Sosik, president and CEO of bankESB. “We truly believe in unlocking the potential of the communities we serve and that we can enhance everyone’s quality of life if we work to solve our biggest problems — together.”

Over the past decade, the Giving Tree has donated more than $4 million to area nonprofits. In 2024 alone, the program contributed nearly $515,000, and this year’s initiatives — including seasonal food pantry drives and local education grants — continue to strengthen local institutions and impact lives.

This year, 99 companies qualified for distinction as Top Charitable Contributors by reporting at least $100,000 in cash contributions to Massachusetts-based charities last year. The honorees this year include companies from such industry sectors as financial and professional services, healthcare, technology, retail, and professional sports.

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Kevin O’Connor, chief operating officer for Westfield Bank, presents a $10,000 check to Steve Winn, president and CEO of Behavioral Health Network, along with members of both organizations.

WESTFIELD — Westfield Bank donated $10,000 to the Behavioral Health Network Kamp for Kids to help support its summer camp, a six-week program that brings together children with and without disabilities, tackling fun activities and events.

“The Behavioral Health Network is pleased to be able to offer the Kamp for Kids program for families and youth in Westfield and surrounding communities,” said Steve Winn, president and CEO of Behavioral Health Network. “We are incredibly grateful to Westfield Bank for their generous support of the Kamp, which is celebrating its 50th year of hosting campers of all abilities.”

Behavioral Health Network is a regional provider of comprehensive behavioral health services for adults, children, and families, serving more than 38,000 individuals annually at more than 40 locations across Massachusetts. Their Kamp for Kids program brings together children and youth from ages 5 to 22, promoting a summer camp experience that includes art, health, nature, non-competitive sports, and other fun activities.

“We are proud to continue supporting this remarkable organization,” said James Hagan, president and CEO of Westfield Bank. “We applaud the Kamp’s 50 years of impactful work, creating opportunities for youth to grow, connect, and thrive.”

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NORTH LEVERETT — An exhibit of artwork inspired by the North Leverett Sawmill and its environs will be on display at Leverett Library throughout September and October. A public reception, hosted by Friends of the North Leverett Sawmill, the nonprofit behind the show, will be held at the library from on Saturday, Sept. 13 from 12:30 to 2:30 p.m.

The exhibition, titled “Art & Crafts Inspired by the 1774 North Leverett Sawmill,” will feature the work of dozens of professional and aspiring artists, including some Pioneer Valley favorites. Paintings, etchings, photographs, and sculpture will be on view, along with fabric art, collage, sketchbook drawings, and digital art.

“The historic mill, its working components, and environs have been inspiring artists for at least a century,” said Cynthia Baldwin, who co-curated the show with fellow board member Steven Stroud. “This is exemplified by the show’s 1930s etchings by Frank Waugh, the founder of the University of Massachusetts School of Landscape Architecture.” Other historic works include a 1947 oil painting by Stephen George Maniatty and sculptures by Lloyd Kirley, the mill’s last private owner.

Many of the exhibit’s works were displayed inside the sawmill in June as part of a one-day launch event for the adjacent heritage park and nature trail. Developed in partnership with the town of Leverett and encompassing 4.6 acres of land along the Sawmill River, the park represents the first phase of the nonprofit’s larger effort to preserve and document the region’s early industrial heritage and make the site publicly accessible for recreational and leisure activities.

Friends of the North Leverett Sawmill has received grants from the National Park Service, Massachusetts Cultural Facilities Fund, town of Leverett, and Greenfield Cooperative Bank to rehabilitate the historic sawmill for adaptive reuse as a museum and community space. Once completed, exhibits and programming will focus on industrial New England from the 18th to 21st centuries.

To learn more about the sawmill project or make a donation, visit leverettsawmill.org.