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Massachusetts frustrated by number of school bomb threats

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A school safety group says Massachusetts had more hoax bomb threats during the last school year than any other state.

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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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Springfield Armory hosts 94th U.S. Army Band

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Patriotic music will fill the grounds of the Springfield Armory this Sunday from the 94th United State Army Band. 

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Obama returning from summer vacation ready for busy fall

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President Barack Obama is returning from vacation rested and ready for a busy fall, including pressing Congress for money to protect against the Zika virus and fending off lawmakers' attacks over the... More>>

'Wheeling for Healing' event comforts cancer patients

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As a way to honor those fighting cancer and remember those who lost their battle with the disease, loved ones took to the streets of Greenfield on Sunday for the Wheeling for Healing benefit.

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Melha Shriners ride motorcycles to help children

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Motorcyclists hopped on their bikes for the 10th Annual Melha Riders Hospital Run, to raise funds for the children’s hospital in Springfield.

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Brother of Syrian boy wounded in Aleppo dies

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The brother of a wounded Syrian boy who gained international attention has died three days after suffering serious injuries in an air raid on the northern Syrian city of Aleppo, opposition activists said Sunday. More>>

Young suicide bomber attacks Turkey wedding party; 51 dead

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A child suicide bomber killed at least 51 people and wounded nearly 70 others at a Kurdish wedding party near Turkey's border with Syria, President Recep Tayyip Erdogan said Sunday, decrying the attack as an attempt by... More>>

Celebrating a milestone in the game of Tiddlywinks

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Inside this old meeting house Winkers surround long tables with squiders in hand, to celebrate the 50th anniversary of the North American Tiddlywinks Association.

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Breakfast held to honor 'The Wall That Heals'

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A free community breakfast was held for veterans and their families at the Big E firehouse in West Springfield Saturday.  Residents gathered to honor 'The Wall That Heals' - a 250 foot replica of the Vietnam veterans memorial.  

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1994 Massachusetts law at center of assault weapons clash

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Nearly two decades ago, then-Republican Gov. Paul Cellucci signed an assault weapons ban in Massachusetts as part of what he called one of the nation's toughest gun laws.

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For 10 teams, Rio provided a first feel of Olympic gold

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For some nations, winning Olympic gold is quite the regular occurrence. At the Rio de Janeiro Games, plenty of first-timers got to hear their anthems played in celebration as well. More>>

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Increasing clouds, warm and humid with a few showers possible this afternoon

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t's looking like  a warm and humid end to the weekend with shower chances increasing this evening out ahead of a cold front. Behind that front cooler and drier air moves in for the beginning of the new work week.   

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'Flint' the stolen kitten has been found and given to Springfield Police

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The kitten named 'Flint' that was stolen from the Dakin Humane Society has been returned to the Adoption Center.

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Man reported missing from Chicopee found safe

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An elderly man from Chicopee who had been reported missing has been found

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Man stabbed in chest, 2 others assaulted in Springfield attack

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A man was stabbed in the chest, and 2 others assaulted during an attack Saturday morning by multiple men at a plaza near a McDonald's restaurant on Main Street in Springfield.   

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'Flint' the stolen kitten has been found and given to Springfield Police

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The kitten named 'Flint' that was stolen from the Dakin Humane Society has been returned to Springfield Police. 

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Westfield officer stops to hang out with neighborhood kids

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Not wanting to drive by a group of young kids playing outside, a Westfield officer decided to pull over and take the time Friday to hang out with them...

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Pregnant woman transported to hospital following car crash in Springfield

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Springfield police reported to the scene of Sumner Ave tonight for reports of a two car accident involving a Springfield police cruiser.

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Experts urge parents to check sex offender registry

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Another school year is kicking off and many children might be enjoying a litte more independence than the year before.

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Woman taken to hospital after stabbing in Springfield

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One person was sent to the hospital following a stabbing overnight. The stabbing happened just before 3 a.m. in the area of 93 Ashley Street.

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Motorcyclist suffers severe injuries after hitting two cars in Springfield

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Springfield Police reported to the scene of Cooley Street for reports of a motorcycle accident. 

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UPDATE: Police have identified thieves who stole 'Flint' the kitten

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The search is still on for a kitten that was stolen from the Dakin Humane Society.

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