By Jeanette DeForge | jdeforge@repub.com SPRINGFIELD — The long-awaited plan to replace the East Springfield Branch Library was finally realized on Monday with money officially allocated to pay for...
MBTA cars were impounded by the federal government. Representative Neal’s old-school charm may have aided their return.
Apr 13, 2026
By Julian E.J. Sorapuru Globe Staff WASHINGTON — It was St. Patrick’s Day, and a who’s who of Washington politicians with Irish roots had assembled at the Friends of Ireland Luncheon on Capitol...
Congressman Richard Neal honors Easthampton students bound for national civics competition
Apr 13, 2026
WATCH HERE By Ben Goodman and Ryan Trowbridge EASTHAMPTON, MA (WGGB/WSHM) - Congressman Richard Neal visited Easthampton High School on Monday to honor those on their way to the 2026...
Neal Announces $500,000 Earmark for the East Springfield Branch Library
Apr 13, 2026
Springfield, MA – Today, Congressman Richard E. Neal joined Springfield Mayor Domenic J. Sarno, members of the Springfield City Library, members of the Springfield Library Commission, and local...
Neal Statement on the 28th Anniversary of the Good Friday Agreement
Apr 10, 2026
Springfield, MA – Today, Congressman Richard E. Neal released the following statement regarding the 28th anniversary of the Good Friday Agreement: “Twenty-eight years ago, the governments of Ireland...
Local lawmakers demand clarity on U.S. Middle East goals
Apr 10, 2026
WATCH HERE By Claire Overton, 22 News CHICOPEE, Mass. (WWLP) – Uncertainty continues in the Middle East after Iran accused the United States on Wednesday of breaking a cease-fire agreement. Western...
Westfield State students gain insights from Rep. Richard Neal
Apr 10, 2026
WATCH HERE By Claire Overton, 22 News WESTFIELD, Mass. (WWLP) – Congressman Richard Neal visited Westfield State University to address students, primarily political science majors, about the...
BCC Sees $1M in Federal Funds for Trades Academy
Apr 9, 2026
By Brittany Polito, iBerkshires PITTSFIELD, Mass. — Berkshire Community College was awarded nearly $1 million in federal funds to support a Trades Academy. On Thursday, U.S. Rep. Richard Neal...
At Rockwell business breakfast event, U.S. Rep. Richard Neal takes swings at President Trump, Iran war, healthcare system and media
Apr 9, 2026
“America has a real skill set problem” - U.S. Rep. Richard E. Neal (D – Massachusetts 1st Congressional District). Written by Shaw Israel Izikson, The Berkshire Edge Stockbridge — Business...
Rep. Neal visits Berkshires for federal funding announcement, school tour, business breakfast
Apr 9, 2026
LISTEN HERE WAMC Northeast Public Radio | By Josh Landes Democratic Congressman Richard Neal was in Berkshire County today to discuss business, education, and jobs training with local leaders. The...
Congressman Neal Talks With Reid Middle School Students
Apr 9, 2026
By Brittany Polito, iBerkshires PITTSFIELD, Mass. — U.S. Rep. Richard Neal answered questions from an eighth-grade class at Reid Middle School on Thursday. Students in Susan Mooney's class...
Mass. lawmakers call for Trump’s removal over threat to destroy Iran: ‘This is an insane man’
Apr 7, 2026
By John L. Micek | jmicek@masslive.com Massachusetts lawmakers are calling for President Donald Trump to be removed from office over his Tuesday threat that “a whole civilization will die” if Iran...
Neal Statement on the March 2026 Jobs Report
Apr 3, 2026
SPRINGFIELD, MA—Ways and Means Committee Ranking Member Richard E. Neal (D-MA) released the following statement after the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) released the March 2026 jobs report:...
Congressman Neal concerned over President Trump’s plan regarding Iran war
Apr 1, 2026
by: Nick Antonakas, 22 News HOLYOKE, Mass. (WWLP) – President Trump announced Tuesday that U.S. military operations in Iran could end soon, stating that a formal deal is not required for the United...
Congressman Neal visits Holyoke High School, praises student goals
Apr 1, 2026
WATCH HERE by: Nick Antonakas, 22 News HOLYOKE, Mass. (WWLP) – U.S. Rep. Richard Neal toured Holyoke High School to meet with students and observe the district’s progress following its recent exit...
Transportation chief anticipates ramp-up of subway car production at CRRC, says workers at Springfield plant should be proud
Apr 1, 2026
By Jim Kinney | jkinney@repub.com SPRINGFIELD — With work on MBTA subway cars ready to ramp up at CRRC following a customs dispute. Phil Eng said he’s working to keep the plant open even...
Officials: With fresh cash infusion, WMass rail projects chug forward
Apr 1, 2026
By Jim Kinney | jkinney@repub.com SPRINGFIELD — Today, northbound passenger trains through Springfield — like the long-distance Vermonter or Knowledge Corridor trains to Holyoke,...
Neal Statement on One-Year Anniversary of Trump’s Liberation Day
Apr 1, 2026
SPRINGFIELD, MA—Ways and Means Committee Ranking Member Richard E. Neal (D-MA) released the following statement ahead of the one-year anniversary of Trump’s “Liberation Day”: “One year after...
Neal, MassDOT Highlight Progress on Compass Rail and Announce Additional Round of Federal Funding
Apr 1, 2026
Springfield, MA – Today, Congressman Richard E. Neal joined Interim Secretary of Transportation and MBTA General Manager Phillip Eng, MassDOT Rail Administrator Meredith Slesinger, MassDOT...
Neal opposes ground troops in Iran, wary of Trump influencing mid-terms
Mar 31, 2026
LISTEN HERE New England Public Media | By Adam Frenier Springfield U.S. Representative Richard Neal said Tuesday that any use of United State ground troops in Iran would be considered an escalation....