—– SPRINGFIELD, MA – September 22, 2017 – The island of Puerto Rico has been devastated by Hurricane Maria. Most cities and towns are currently without power, and while many residents in Western Massachusetts are desperate to get in touch with loved ones, they stand ready to help with relief efforts.   Local community leaders have…

—–By Frederick A. Hurst—– When I first listened to Todd Snopkowski at a group meeting describing “Snapchef,” the business he opened in 2002 to provide employment and training to those wanting a career in the food service business, I didn’t quite understand what he was saying to me but it sounded like a very good…

—By Ken Harris—- Last year, I was proud to share my article concerning advances in technological communications and the benefits it provides for the Springfield Police Department and residents in the never-ending challenge to make our city a safe place to live and work. I briefly wrote about the significance of Nextdoor.com, a private social…