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COVID-19 Testing Spot Changed at HCC
COVID-19 testing spot changed at HCC HOLYOKE — Starting Friday, Nov. 6, the location of free drive-through COVID-19 testing at Holyoke Community College will shift to parking lot H near the western entrance to the Donahue Building. The change is being made to prepare for the cold weather months, according to the Holyoke Board of…
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Wellness, fitness and women leadership highlighted at STCC events
Wellness, fitness and women leadership highlighted at STCC events SPRINGFIELD, Mass. – Springfield Technical Community College will host a wellness and fitness retreat and an event featuring women leaders on Nov. 18 and 19 at 12:15 p.m. The free virtual online Zoom events are open to the community as well as STCC students, faculty and…
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The Springfield Shoot Out
UNITY IN THE COMMUNITY SATURDAY, AUGUST 29TH 11 AM @ SOUTHEND COMMUNITY CENTER 99 MARBLE ST, SPRINGFIELD, MA 01105 The Springfield Shootout is a Covid conscious basketball competition between our youth and law enforcement, with cash prizes. Event Participants to consist of 40 kids ages 13-18 and 40 Law Enforcement Officers. Our vision for this…
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Stop the Spread – Tapestry to Provide Free COVID-19 Testing
Springfield, MA – Tapestry will provide free COVID-19 testing in Agawam and Springfield as part of the Massachusetts Stop the Spread testing initiative. Testing will be drive-through, free, and available for both asymptomatic and symptomatic individuals. Testing will be done via a nasal swab and results will be available within 48 hours. Appointments and pre-registration…
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Pregnancy is a Family Affair: Community Support in Maternal & Child Health
A community-centered approach to maternal health is more important than ever. Massachusetts continues to experience persistent disparities in maternal morbidity and infant outcomes, with families of color disproportionately affected (MA DPH, 2024). For many expectant mothers, particularly Black, Brown, and immigrant women, culturally grounded support systems play a crucial role in bridging gaps created by…
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