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The city of Springfield is just under Boston in 2023 pedestrian deaths by motor vehicles despite large population difference, the third annual WalkMassachusetts report details.
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UMass researchers say one reason for deteriorating roads in low income communities is redlining, which is the practice of denying people access to credit because of where they live.
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A major environmental experiment will require new construction and major renovations to embrace fossil fuel-free infrastructure for heating and cooling in some Massachusetts communities — none yet in the western part of the state.
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In Springfield, officials say the recent startup of a $137 million water and sewage pump station proved itself in a recent deluge of rain.
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The drinking water well and pipes for the state park in Charlemont were replaced with more modern, better planned systems. Engineers say they hope the to get 30 to 40 years out of the recent upgrades.
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The state Division of Capital Asset Management and Maintenance rolled out an official request for proposals seeking a viable home for a new justice facility to replace the Roderick Ireland Courthouse in Springfield.
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An engineering study found the infrastructure needs attention.
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Dam operators says they did what they could, but their ability to prevent flooding is limited.
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One of the hottest weeks of summer is coinciding with students return to the classroom and many public school buildings in Massachusetts, including Springfield, are without air conditioning.
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A recent engineering study showed the structure needs major attention.