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Yahoo
04-03-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
City of Springfield provides update to South Main Street development plan
SPRINGFIELD, Mass. (WWLP) – The city of Springfield is preparing for another massive downtown redevelopment project. Inspiring stories of life-changing care featured during 94.7 WMAS Radiothon for Baystate Children's Hospital Mayor Domenic Sarno was joined by developers on Monday to announce plans for the South Main Street project. The plan involves the re-development of three prominent buildings near MGM Springfield that will include up to 30 housing units and ground-floor retail space. The Willow Street Central Garage will also have 350 parking spots to accommodate residents and visitors. The properties were acquired by the Springfield Redevelopment Authority (SRA) after years of real estate speculation and disinvestment that ended in bank foreclosure. The project is an effort to increase visitors and foot traffic to the downtown area, as well as encourage living in the area by providing housing and amenities. 'Our real goal here is to not only knit these individual buildings back together but to also knit this complex into the rest of the city,' said Edward Woodbury from McCaffery Development. 'We won't be successful unless we turn these buildings inside out and have the ground floor retail that addresses and celebrates the casino across the street.' The redevelopment project will be partly funded by a series of federal and state tax credits. Developers hope to break ground on the project in spring 2026. Information about the project can be found on the city of Springfield website. WWLP-22News, an NBC affiliate, began broadcasting in March 1953 to provide local news, network, syndicated, and local programming to western Massachusetts. Watch the 22News Digital Edition weekdays at 4 p.m. on Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
Yahoo
04-03-2025
- Health
- Yahoo
Inspiring stories of life-changing care featured during 94.7 WMAS Radiothon for Baystate Children's Hospital
SPRINGFIELD, Mass. (WWLP) – The 24th annual 94.7 WMAS Radiothon for Baystate Children's Hospital, presented by Hyundai Hope on Wheels, begins Tuesday, bringing the community together to support vital pediatric care in western Massachusetts. The event, held at the Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Fame, will run from 6:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. both days. Hosted by the Kellogg Krew, the live broadcast will feature inspiring stories from patients, hospital staff, and community members, highlighting the life-changing care provided by Baystate Children's Hospital. Spring has sprung at the Smith College Botanic Bulb Show Attendees of the Radiothon will have the chance to walk the red carpet, take photos, meet the Kellogg Krew, and make donations to support pediatric healthcare services. The public can contribute in multiple ways: Visit Text WMASKIDS to 51555 Call the Lia Auto Group Phone Bank at 413-794-1111 during the event Among the many personal journeys shared will be that of Emilia Cecchetelli, the 2025 Children's Miracle Network Ambassador for Baystate Children's Hospital. Born prematurely at just 26 weeks, Emilia spent 143 days in the Davis Neonatal Intensive Care Unit battling chronic lung disease and craniosynostosis, a condition affecting skull development. Her story is a testament to the dedication of the hospital's medical team and the power of community support. Eight-year-old Ryan Caney was diagnosed with Guillain-Barré Syndrome. Three years ago, he came down with a cold and began to complain that his feet hurt. Over days, this started to work its way up his body causing him to stop walking. He was diagnosed with Guillain-Barré Syndrome, a rare neurological disorder where your body's immune system mistakenly attacks its nervous system. Ryan was the 2024 Children's Miracle Network Ambassador for Baystate Children's Hospital and had the chance to go to Disney World, where he was featured during Children's Hospital Week. Lulu is a 5-year-old girl who underwent surgery for Retropharyngeal abscess and peritonsillar abscess after complaining of neck pain. It's a rare infection that can occur in the neck and throat. After treatment, Lulu has fully recovered and no longer needs extra care. 'Each year, I feel so inspired by the stories we are able to share and the families we are able to meet,' said Chris Kellogg of 94.7 WMAS. 'Baystate Children's Hospital plays such a critical role in our community, and we are happy to support it in any way we can.' 'It really is incredible what our community can accomplish when we come together for an important cause,' said Kathy Tobin, Interim Vice President of Philanthropy at Baystate Health and Executive Director of the Baystate Health Foundation. 'As the only accredited, full-service children's hospital in western Massachusetts, the Radiothon helps provide vital funding for care that spans our region.' Baystate Children's Hospital is part of the Children's Miracle Network, a nationwide network of 170 hospitals dedicated to improving children's health. All funds raised during the Radiothon stay local, directly benefiting pediatric programs and services at Baystate Children's Hospital. WWLP-22News, an NBC affiliate, began broadcasting in March 1953 to provide local news, network, syndicated, and local programming to western Massachusetts. Watch the 22News Digital Edition weekdays at 4 p.m. on Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
Yahoo
24-02-2025
- Health
- Yahoo
94.7 WMAS Radiothon returns to support Baystate Children's Hospital
SPRINGFIELD, Mass. (WWLP) – The 24th annual 94.7 WMAS Radiothon for Baystate Children's Hospital, presented by Hyundai Hope on Wheels, will take place on March 4 and 5, bringing the community together to support vital pediatric care in western Massachusetts. The event, held at the Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Fame, will run from 6:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. both days. Hosted by the Kellogg Krew, the live broadcast will feature inspiring stories from patients, hospital staff, and community members, highlighting the life-changing care provided by Baystate Children's Hospital. GCC Foundation to host annual 'Building Bridges and Belonging' fundraising dinner Among the many personal journeys shared will be that of Emilia Cecchetelli, the 2025 Children's Miracle Network Ambassador for Baystate Children's Hospital. Born prematurely at just 26 weeks, Emilia spent 143 days in the Davis Neonatal Intensive Care Unit battling chronic lung disease and craniosynostosis, a condition affecting skull development. Her story is a testament to the dedication of the hospital's medical team and the power of community support. Attendees of the Radiothon will have the chance to walk the red carpet, take photos, meet the Kellogg Krew, and make donations to support pediatric healthcare services. 'Each year, I feel so inspired by the stories we are able to share and the families we are able to meet,' said Chris Kellogg of 94.7 WMAS. 'Baystate Children's Hospital plays such a critical role in our community, and we are happy to support it in any way we can.' The public can contribute in multiple ways: Visit Text WMASKIDS to 51555 Call the Lia Auto Group Phone Bank at 413-794-1111 during the event 'It really is incredible what our community can accomplish when we come together for an important cause,' said Kathy Tobin, Interim Vice President of Philanthropy at Baystate Health and Executive Director of the Baystate Health Foundation. 'As the only accredited, full-service children's hospital in western Massachusetts, the Radiothon helps provide vital funding for care that spans our region.' Baystate Children's Hospital is part of the Children's Miracle Network, a nationwide network of 170 hospitals dedicated to improving children's health. All funds raised during the Radiothon stay local, directly benefiting pediatric programs and services at Baystate Children's Hospital. WWLP-22News, an NBC affiliate, began broadcasting in March 1953 to provide local news, network, syndicated, and local programming to western Massachusetts. Watch the 22News Digital Edition weekdays at 4 p.m. on Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
