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Traffic advisory issued for intersection of Union and Cottage Streets in Easthampton

Work will be done to relocate multiple gas lines in the intersection.
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The team’s franchise-record 8-game win streak is still intact.
Springfield Ice-O-Topes return with a win against Bridgeport Islanders

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West Springfield Police seeking man for unauthorized use of credit card

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Three people were extricated from their vehicles and transported to the hospital for treatment.
3 injured following 3-car crash on Liberty Street in Springfield

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Warming centers opened in West Springfield and Holyoke due to cold temperatures

Updated: 9 hours ago
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By Olivia Hickey, Photojournalist: Andrew Evans, Photojournalist: Marcos Figueroa and Abigail Murillo Villacorta
On Saturday evening, we stopped by two warming centers and learned the need for these facilities can be more common than we think.

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Getting Answers: Severe penalties for leaving pets outside in extreme temperatures

Updated: 10 hours ago
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By Raegan Loughrey and Abigail Murillo Villacorta
Local animal rescue expressed the legal consequences that could follow if your pet is left outside in frigid temperatures.

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Agawam restaurant will be taking wing orders before the Super Bowl

Updated: 12 hours ago
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By Matt Price and Abigail Murillo Villacorta
The well-known E.B’s restaurant in Agawam is seeing a lot of wing orders before the big game.

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Massachusetts State Police search for missing Ware man continues

Updated: 13 hours ago
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By Abigail Murillo Villacorta
Massachusetts State Police and the Marlborough Police Department are seeking the public’s help in locating a missing man.

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An expert discusses how to protect yourself in extremely cold weather

Updated: 13 hours ago
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By Glenn Kittle and Abigail Murillo Villacorta
Dr. Brian Sutton advises to protect your head, ears, nose, neck and anywhere else where your skin is exposed in the extremely cold temperatures.

US & World News

US downs Chinese balloon, drawing a threat from China

Updated: 6 hours ago
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By HUIZHONG WU Associated Press
Blinken was due to visit Beijing on Sunday for talks aimed at reducing U.S.-China tensions, the first such high-profile trip after the countries’ leaders met last November.
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MUCH Warmer Today! Any Storms To Track During The First Full Week Of February?
MUCH Warmer Today! Any Storms To Track During The First Full Week Of February?
MUCH Warmer Today! Any Storms To Track During The First Full Week Of February?

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In this update, blustering winter temperatures made their way through western Mass this...

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MUCH Warmer Today! Any Storms To Track During The First Full Week Of February?

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The team’s franchise-record 8-game win streak is still intact.

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Three people were extricated from their vehicles and transported to the hospital for treatment.

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Getting Answers: Severe penalties for leaving pets outside in extreme temperatures

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Crews respond to a structure fire on Carter Drive in Chicopee

Updated: 18 hours ago
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By Photojournalist: Marcos Figueroa and Abigail Murillo Villacorta
On Saturday afternoon, crews respond to a 2nd alarm fire on Carter Drive.

US & World News

Dangerously cold temperatures envelop Northeast

Updated: 16 hours ago
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By The Associated Press
Most people heeded warnings to stay inside on Saturday, but some people had little choice but to go out.

US & World News

Powerball jackpot grows to $747 million after no winner

Updated: 8 hours ago
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By The Associated Press
The $747 million Powerball jackpot is the ninth largest in U.S. lottery history and the latest in a string of huge lottery prizes.

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Western Mass. wakes up to sub-zero temperatures Saturday

Updated: 23 hours ago
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By Matt Price, Photojournalist: Erik Rosario and Ryan Trowbridge
Much of western Massachusetts woke up to sub-zero temperatures and dangerous wind chills.

Weather Forecast

A big warm up on the way tomorrow

Updated: 16 hours ago
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By Don Maher
Intense Cold Today But A Major Warmup By Sunday

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Infant dies after tree falls and hits vehicle in Southwick

Updated: Feb. 3, 2023 at 4:14 PM EST
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By Glenn Kittle, Photojournalist: Kevin Culverhouse, Ryan Trowbridge and Jessica Michalski
The incident happened around 12 p.m. on Feeding Hills Road in Southwick.

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Getting Answers: What to expect when buying diamonds for Valentine’s Day

Updated: Feb. 3, 2023 at 11:14 PM EST
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By Libby James and Abigail Murillo Villacorta
Valentine’s Day is approaching and here is what to expect this year if diamonds are on the wish list.

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Town by Town: Belchertown first responders swearing-in ceremony, Girls Inc. receive funding, and state tax forms in local library

Updated: Feb. 3, 2023 at 9:39 PM EST
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By Abigail Murillo Villacorta
On Friday, six new firefighters and paramedics joined the force in Belchertown.

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How to keep your pets safe in extremely cold temperatures

Updated: Feb. 3, 2023 at 8:25 PM EST
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By Raegan Loughrey, Photojournalist: Erik Rosario and Abigail Murillo Villacorta
On Friday, Dr. Jack Muth gave insight on keeping your pets safe in frigid temperatures.

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Palmer crews respond to a house struck by a tree on Beacon Drive

Updated: Feb. 3, 2023 at 7:05 PM EST
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By Olivia Hickey, Photojournalist: Jeremy Fair and Abigail Murillo Villacorta
On Friday afternoon, a tree fell on a house on Beacon Drive.

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Officials working to ensure homeless are safe from the frigid cold weather

Updated: Feb. 3, 2023 at 3:53 PM EST
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By Kristin Burnell, Photojournalist: John O'Donoghue and Ryan Trowbridge
Homeless shelters are expected to busy throughout the day and will continue to help those in need as temperatures are expected to drop even lower tonight.

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Eversource and National Grid take precautions for freezing temperatures

Updated: Feb. 3, 2023 at 6:57 PM EST
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By Glenn Kittle and Abigail Murillo Villacorta
Eversource and National Grid are preparing for downed wires ahead of the cold and warned customers to take the proper precautions as well.

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Firefighters preparing to battle the cold while battling fires this weekend

Updated: Feb. 3, 2023 at 3:23 PM EST
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By Olivia Hickey, Photojournalist: Jeremy Fair and Ryan Trowbridge
Despite the weekend’s upcoming freezing temperatures, local fire departments will continue to respond to fires and other emergencies across our area.

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Community group holds virtual meeting on Springfield Police consent decree

Updated: Feb. 3, 2023 at 2:03 PM EST
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By Maria Wilson, Photojournalist: Josh Daley and Abigail Murillo Villacorta
On Thursday night, a Springfield-based community group that led the work for police reform in Springfield are set to hold a virtual community meeting.

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King Gray, Thunderbirds providing shuttle service to this weekend’s games

Updated: Feb. 3, 2023 at 12:27 PM EST
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By Ryan Trowbridge
If you’re heading to the Thunderbirds games on Friday or Saturday, there will be some help to keep you warm.

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Scattered power outages reported across the area

Updated: Feb. 3, 2023 at 11:54 AM EST
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By Ryan Trowbridge
Utility crews are working to restore some scattered power outages across the area.

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Bitter cold, strong wind and dangerous wind chills through mid-day Saturday

Updated: Feb. 3, 2023 at 10:24 PM EST
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By Janna Brown
Frigid temperatures and dangerously low wind chills tonight!

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Warming centers opening due to frigid temperatures

Updated: Feb. 3, 2023 at 11:18 AM EST
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By Samantha O'Connor and Ryan Trowbridge
The warming spaces will be offered at different locations across the city to keep people safe during the cold snap.

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Southampton, Westfield crews help rescue horse

Updated: Feb. 3, 2023 at 10:32 AM EST
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By Ryan Trowbridge
There was a rather unique 911 call out of Southampton.

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Springfield Police seize illegal gun from Grove Street home

Updated: Feb. 3, 2023 at 9:59 AM EST
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By Ryan Trowbridge
Two men in Springfield were arrested after police seized a high capacity ghost gun from their home.

US & World News

NFL will offer free CPR training during Super Bowl week

Updated: Feb. 3, 2023 at 10:42 AM EST
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By ROB MAADDI
The NFL and American Heart Association will provide free CPR education in Arizona throughout Super Bowl week as part of the NFL Experience at the Phoenix Convention Center.

US & World News

Texas power woes linger as New England braces for deep freeze

Updated: Feb. 3, 2023 at 7:27 PM EST
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By The Associated Press
An Arctic cold front was expected to move from Canada into the northern Plains and Upper Midwest and sweep into the Northeast.
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