Money, Employee morale put Springfield Hospital’s health in question

For the past few years, the nonprofit health care system — which includes the 25-bed Springfield Hospital, as well as health centers in Charlestown and the Vermont communities of Ludlow, Londonderry, Rockingham and Springfield — has reported losses.

2018 River Valley Employment Fair

The River Valley Workforce Investment Board is hosting the 2018 River Valley Employment Fair on Wednesday, September 12th, from 2 - 5 pm at Riverside Middle School in Springfield Vermont. This event is free and open to the public!

Bill to hike Vermont minimum wage raises discussion

A Vermont bill to increase the state minimum wage to $15 an hour led to a debate between Springfield’s state legislators and area business leaders on Monday.

Breakfast focuses on workforce development

Workforce development was the focal point of a discussion between state legislators representing the Springfield area and their constituents on Monday.

Welch Discusses Business in Vt.

On a visit here in Springfield on Tuesday, U.S. Rep. Peter Welch, D-Vt., listened to several small-business owners air their grievances about the challenges they face, some of which they blamed on Washington, others on Vermont.

A tale of 2 states: Panel talks living wage in Vermont

The Vermont Democratic Party, chaired by Faisal Gill, held a forum on livable wages, and how to achieve them, at the Springfield Town Library on Thursday evening.

Vermont Democratic Party holding forum on livable wage in Springfield on Thursday

At the Springfield Town Library, starting at 5:00 p.m. This is a public event and everyone is encouraged to attend.

HCRS wins award for employment placement program

Health Care and Rehabilitation Services (HCRS), Vermont’s second-largest community mental health agency and the state of Vermont were awarded for its employment program for individuals with disabilities.

Employers sought for job fair

Employers looking to fill out their workforce are encouraged to register for the 6th annual River Valley Employment Fair. Register before Friday, March 10 for a discounted early bird registration fee.

Springfield teachers get 2.3 percent raise

Springfield teachers will be getting a 2.3 percent pay increase as of Friday, which is the start of the new fiscal year.

After 50 years at Lovejoy Tool, Warren Garfield still loves his job

Warren Garfield started working at Lovejoy Tool Co. exactly 50 years ago Monday. He remembers it well, it was "6-6-66." And his family and friends at Lovejoy celebrated his loyalty and good work Monday with a reception and heartfelt tributes.

(Photo from Springfield Regional Development Corp.)

Local businesses sound off on ‘Ban the Box’ legislation

A new Vermont law that will prevent employees from asking about criminal records on a first job application will give those with criminal records “a fair chance,” according to a press release issued this week by the office of Gov. Peter Shumlin.

Employers needed for fifth annual employment fair

The River Valley Workforce Investment Board announced that it will be hosting the 5th Annual River Valley Employment Fair from 2 to 5 p.m. Wednesday, April 27, at Riverside Middle School in Springfield.

Gateway Program cuts are official

It’s official: the Springfield school district is sending out RIF notices and letters of termination to 14 teachers and staff.

School board approves reduction of 14 staff members

The Springfield School District Board voted unanimously Monday night to reduce nearly six full-time positions due to budgetary cuts. Another 8 positions were reduced by retirements and staff resigning their positions for a total of 14 positions eliminated.

Video: Police warn of possible state-wide officer shortage

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Springfield PD say they need more qualified recruits.

Shop owners sound off on new Vermont minimum wage

The increase in Vermont's minimum wage from $9.15 to $9.60 an hour is yielding mixed reviews from small retail store owners, who feel it will be either a deterrent to hiring or a boon for businesses.

Gender-based pay disparity claim rejected

The Vermont Supreme Court has rejected complaints raised by three female employees of the Department of Corrections that a male colleague was paid more for similar work, saying the disparity was for legitimate business reasons.

Vermont business leaders support immigration

A 25-year-old Vermont business group is the latest in a string of prominent political and business voices to speak up against anti-immigrant rhetoric that has risen to the forefront of the presidential campaign.

Mental health agency lays off a dozen

The nonprofit agency designated by the state of Vermont to provide mental health and substance abuse treatment in communities in Windsor and Windham counties laid off 12 employees this week.