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HOLYOKE, Mass. (WWLP) – In recognition of National Disability Employment Awareness Month, MassHire Holyoke hosted its All Abilities Job Fair on Tuesday. The job fair featured 18 community organizations that are actively hiring and welcome career seekers of all abilities. The event was held at VCare, located at 400 South Elm Street in Holyoke, from 4 to 6 p.m. The following employers participated in the job fair: Caring Medical Staffing CVS Health Dress for Success Western MA Enlace de Familias Holyoke Public Schools Interplast Group MA Army National Guard Mass Ability MassHire Holyoke Springfield Public Schools TCR Financial Services &...

SPRINGFIELD, Mass. (WGGB/WSHM) – For the first time ever, a Springfield nonprofit has helped 1,000 people in a single year — and one woman who once relied on it is now helping lead the charge. Western Mass News spoke with her as she reflects on how her life has been changed and what she has done to give back. “I was at a dark place in my life, and I wanted to figure out what is my next step in life,” for years, Springfield’s Precious Jones has worked to rebuild her life — and help other women do the same....

Published: Aug. 07, 2026 | By Aprell May Munford SPRINGFIELD — The hottest look on the runway as Springfield Fashion Week gets underway this weekend might not be a designer gown. Instead, it could be a secondhand blazer, or a repurposed dress or even an interview outfit capable of helping someone land their next job. The annual event returns with a premier showcase Saturday at MGM Springfield, and will feature everything from streetwear to gala looks to professional business attire all wrapped up in one show, said Arianna Wilson, the show producer and runway coach. Read the Full Article Here

New England Public Media | By Olivia Bodden “The western Massachusetts branch of Dress for Success is working to provide professional clothing to women and nonbinary people in the region. The branch, located in Springfield, offers clothing for job interviews, formal events, and specialized clothing like healthcare scrubs. They also provide mentorship services designed to help with financial planning, provide career advancement advice, and help people go into higher education if they so choose. All of the clothes provided through Dress for Success are donated from the community. Volunteers help go through the donations, ensuring that the articles are good...