September 17th was the 235th anniversary of the framing of the Constitution of the United States of America. It was 1783 when the country won its independence from Great Britain, and with that a new government was needed. Alexander Hamilton had called for a constitutional convention to have serious discussions on the matter of a […]
September 11th Ceremony
Yesterday, the Township of Springfield held a ceremony for the 21st Anniversary of the September 11th attacks. The ceremony was held in front of Townhall where Mayor Alexander Keiser proclaimed September 11th, 2022 to be Patriot Day and National Day of Service and Remembrance. “On that fateful September morning, we were reminded that the great […]
The Bottle Caps Bring the Summer Concert Series To a Close
Last night was the 2nd and last concert of the Summer Concert Series (the 1st having taken place back in July). The event, sponsored by the Springfield Business Improvement District, was held to thank all the residents for their support to local businesses. Yesterday residents were treated to a performance by the band The Bottle […]
Springfield’s Farmers Market
The Springfield Farmers Market has begun! From now until October 31st the market will operate every Monday at the Springfield Free Public Library Lawn (66 Mountain Avenue). Residents are encouraged to come by and browse the market, buy fresh produce, and meet our returning vendors. Alstede Farms During the farmers market, residents can buy plenty […]
Springfield Holds National Night Out
Tuesday night was Springfield’s National Night Out and tons of residents turned out for food and fun. The event was a community building campaign for residents to get out and meet the Springfield Police, Fire, EMS and OEM. This event also gave residents the chance to get up close with the vehicles from these groups […]
Distortion Kicks Off Summer Concert Series
Yesterday, the band Distortion performed on the Town Hall Lawn as part of the Summer Concert Series sponsored by the Springfield Business Improvement District. The event was held to thank all the residents for their support to local businesses. Many showed up with chairs and blankets to sit, enjoy the music, and some ice cream. […]
Springfield Community Events
It’s summertime in Springfield and that means it’s time for outdoor events and activities. Some wonderful events have taken place this summer and many are still to come. Recently the Township of Springfield held its annual July 4th celebration, where over 4,000 people attended to enjoy free rides, a petting zoo, and specialty food from […]
Springfield Police Officers Recognized
Two Springfield police officers have been recognized at recent Township Committee meetings. Lieutenant Ryan Westover, received a proclamation from the Township Committee at the June 14th meeting. Mayor Alexander Keiser presented Lt. Westover with the proclamation and he was accompanied by his wife, son and his parents. He was also honored at the 53rd Annual […]
242nd Anniversary of the Battle of Springfield
June 23rd was the 242nd anniversary of the Battle of Springfield. A brief history of the event: In the early hours of June 23, 1780, the British advanced into Springfield in two flanks with 6,000 men. This was the 2nd attempt to attack George Washington’s army that was camped at Morristown. They assumed Springfield would […]