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Driver charged with OUI following Chicopee crash with injuries

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A man from Chicopee has been charged with OUI after he allegedly fled the scene of an accident Friday at an intersection on Granby Road and Grattan Street.

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Upcoming fairs across western MA

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It may still be summer out there, but soon, the seasons will begin to change and fall will descend upon New England.

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Obama creates world's largest marine protected area

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President Barack Obama on Friday expanded a national monument off the coast of Hawaii, creating a safe zone for tuna, sea turtles and thousands of other species in what will be the world's largest marine protected area. More>>

Gruesome killing of New Mexico girl stuns friends, neighbors Video included

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It was in early morning darkness that officers scrambled to sort out the chaos at an Albuquerque apartment complex where a couple had reportedly been attacked, the woman bleeding from a head injury and the man with a black... More>>

Two comedians preview their show at the Majestic Theater

Two talented comedians who improvise and motivate, stopped by our studios today to talk about their performance at the Majestic Theater tonight in West Springfield. Dana Jay Bein and Alan Richardson gave us a taste of what you can expect to see at the show!

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Tech Tips: Technology saves lives in natural disasters

The growing development of technology continues to shock the world and its abilities seem endless.  Technology now plays a significant role when disaster strikes.  Here to explain more is our good friend, Stan Prager from GoGeeks in East Longmeadow.  

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Zip Trip: The Apple Place in East Longmeadow

For this week's Zip Trip we headed to a family fruit farm in East Longmeadow. The Apple Place.  Even though it's not quite apple picking season, we found the perfect spot to enjoy the fall fruit and much more. Check it out! 

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Quake damaged roads threaten access to Italy town Video included

(Italian Firefighters Vigili del Fuoco via AP). Rescuers work amid collapsed building in Amatrice, central Italy, Thursday, Aug. 25, 2016. Rescue crews raced against time Thursday looking for survivors from the earthquake that leveled three towns. (Italian Firefighters Vigili del Fuoco via AP). Rescuers work amid collapsed building in Amatrice, central Italy, Thursday, Aug. 25, 2016. Rescue crews raced against time Thursday looking for survivors from the earthquake that leveled three towns.
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Strong aftershocks damaged two key access roads into quake-struck Amatrice on Friday, threatening to isolate the tiny hilltop town as hopes dimmed that firefighters would find any more survivors from the earthquake that... More>>

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Two people transported following serious crash in Belchertown

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Emergency personnel in Belchertown had to rescue a person who was trapped in a vehicle Friday morning after two cars collided on Amherst Road. 

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Impromptu gospel duet in TX hospital reaches millions on social media

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Two total strangers came together in a Texas hospital to perform a soul-stirring gospel duet that has spread to millions on social media.

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Mostly sunny and hot but turning less humid

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It's a warm, and humid afternoon under a mixture of sunshine and clouds.  A "cold" front is pushing through with nothing more than an isolated shower or storm but most of us will stay dry. Skies will become mostly sunny as it turns less humid! 

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Humans of the Water Facebook page documents toll of Baton Rouge floods

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Five photographers are giving the residents of Baton Rouge, LA a voice by documenting the aftermath of the flood in a project titled Humans of the Water.

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NH man arrested on heroin charges in Montague held on $10,000 bail

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A 23-year-old man from New Hampshire was taken into custody in Montague Wednesday after police allege they found him with a large amount of heroin.

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Man strips, drives pickup into Southwest plane in Nebraska

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Authorities say a man wearing only boxer shorts stole a pickup and drove it into a Southwest Airlines plane at an airport in Omaha, Nebraska, causing minor injuries to three people on board. More>>

Police body cam captures rescue of man from burning car Video included

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The body camera of Athens-Clarke County, GA, Senior Police Officer Dan Whitney captured the rescue. He was called to an accident on Aug. 18 along Highway 29.

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Kurdish militants claim deadly car bomb attack in Turkey Video included

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A Kurdish suicide bomber rammed an explosives-laden truck into a checkpoint near a police station Friday in southeast Turkey, killing at least 11 police officers and wounding 78 other people, the prime minister said. More>>

Springsteen breaks his record for longest US show

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It was another record-breaking night for Bruce Springsteen and the E Street Band with a few surprises thrown in at New Jersey's MetLife Stadium.

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Florida woman dies in violent crash in Lenox

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An 88-year-old Florida woman has been killed and her husband seriously injured in a violent rollover crash in western Massachusetts.

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State launches impaired driving enforcement campaign

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Massachusetts is launching a new campaign to crack down on reckless driving. 

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Holyoke house fire prompts department to bring awareness to open fire laws

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Last week, an open fire spread throughout a two family home, causing significant exterior damage.

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Holyoke police arrest man in connection with a string of recent shootings

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Holyoke police arrested a wanted man today who was believed to be in connection with a series of recent shooting incidents throughout the city. 

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Chicopee police in search of a brother and sister last spotted in the area of Motel 6

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Chicopee police are currently searching for two teens who were last seen in the area of Motel 6 on Burnett Road, August 24 around 5 p.m. 

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CRRC rail car project set to provide jobs for over a hundred workers

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The giant Chinese rail car manufacturer, CRRC, is ahead of schedule in completing a 95-million dollar plant in East Springfield.

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Aftershocks rattle Italian quake zone; toll rises to 250 Video included

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As the search for survivors ground on, Premier Matteo Renzi pledged new money and measures Thursday to rebuild quake-devastated central Italy amid mounting soul-searching over why the seismic-prone country has continually... More>>

Governor Baker weighs in on judge who sentenced East Longmeadow athlete

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The online petition calling for the recall of a Massachusetts judge is gaining more support. 

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Students in Ware head back to class

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Summer is ending early for more than a thousand western Massachusetts students.  Thursday was the first day of school in one local town and lots of excitement is building for a new year.

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Police urging motorists to use caution as kids head back to school

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School has already started for one school district in western Massachusetts and many others start next week. Now, law enforcement officials are using this time to remind drivers to keep an extra eye out on the roads.

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Agawam Fire Dept. seeking volunteer firefighters

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It’s a crucial job especially when an emergency strikes and one local fire department is looking for volunteer firefighters during a busy time.

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Spinning fundraiser held for this year's Ride to Remember

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Many came to downtown Springfield Thursday to pedal for a purpose.  A spinning fundraiser was held for this year's Ride to Remember, which will be held in September.

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Making delicious pizza on the grill

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Many of us tend to bake a pizza in the oven, but in the summer, why should you and your pizza pie be stuck inside. Big Y's registered dietitians Carrie Taylor and Andrea Luttrell joined Western Mass News at 12:30 p.m. to show us how you can make a delicious pizza on the grill.

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Rte. 9 in Hadley to go down to one lane overnight

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MassDOT has announced that sections of Route 9 in Hadley will be down to one lane in both directions. This is all part of the on going construction in that area. anchor: and it's not making things easy for drivers or businesses.

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Restoring antique and vintage lighting, service available to western Mass.

One store is proving to be New England's finest in restoring antique and vintage lighting.  Restoration Lighting Gallery in Hartford offers premier restoration and repair services in the area.  Here to talk all about the business is Todd Director of Connecticut Lighting. 

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