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Two communities in western and central Massachusetts are rallying together after fires caused by lightning destroyed both J & J Farms in Amherst and the First Congregational Church of Spencer.
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Two fires in two different towns in Massachusetts destroyed two structures on Friday.
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The non-profit organization is dedicated to eliminating racism and empowering women.
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Thursday marked 12 years since an EF-3 tornado ripped through western Massachusetts from Westfield to Charlton.
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A devastating drowning in a private swimming pool claimed the life of an Agawam High School student late Monday night.
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A three-alarm fire on Oak Street in Springfield nearly turned deadly when two firefighters were pinned underneath a ceiling that collapsed, pinning them to the ground.
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A number of restaurants in Springfield are the latest recipients of American Rescue Plan funding and the money will be used to improve the city’s outdoor dining scene.
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We’re just hours away from the start of the Free Music Friday concert series at MGM Springfield. But there’s plenty more excitement coming to downtown Springfield this summer.
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Ahead of Memorial Day weekend, Governor Healey signed an executive order this morning to create a new council, which she said will help veterans across the commonwealth.
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We’re learning new information on the seven suspects busted in a widespread string of catalytic converter thefts across Massachusetts and New Hampshire. Two of the suspects have now pleaded guilty in a federal courthouse in Boston.
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Town by town is taking you to Holyoke, Springfield and Easthampton.
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It’s National Boat Safety Week and as we get ready for summer fun in the sun, we’re getting answers on how to stay safe while on the water.
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Western Mass News is getting answers on a new social media warning from the United States Surgeon General Dr. Vivek Murthy, who is warning people that social media is contributing to a ‘youth mental health crisis’ in a major advisory released on Tuesday.
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A new advisory from the United States Surgeon General is warning of an urgent public health issue regarding teen social media use and their mental health after a bipartisan bill was introduced in Congress that would ban kids under 13 years old from using social media.
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Western Mass News is getting answers on how an influx of migrants in Massachusetts is impacting the Bay State. This comes as border control policy Title 42 has officially expired.
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The ongoing debt ceiling debate continues as President Joe Biden and House Speaker Kevin McCarthy prepare to meet Monday to try to strike a budget deal to avert an economic crisis.
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The 104th Fighter Wing held the annual F-100 re-dedication ceremony on Friday afternoon at Barnes Air National Guard Base in Westfield.
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Town by Town: Prospect Meadow Farm Center opening, Agawam store anniversary, free pet vaccine clinic
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Town by town is taking you to East Longmeadow and Springfield.
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Western Mass News is taking you town by town to Westfield and Chicopee.
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The Chicopee City Council will be addressing trash and safety concerns surrounding their local Walmart on Tuesday.
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The Chicopee Police Department has put out a new scam alert regarding online shoppers using Facebook Marketplace.
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Last week, many communities fell victim and now, many towns in both Hampshire and Hampden County have reported car break-ins as well.
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The Amherst-Pelham Regional Schools superintendent has gone on leave citing health concerns and it has sparked concern among teachers in the Amherst-Pelham Education Association.
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Town by town is taking you to East Longmeadow, Holyoke, and Ludlow.
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Preparations are already underway for the World’s Largest Pancake Breakfast in Springfield on Saturday.
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Some parents are calling on school officials to rethink the students’ punishment after a senior prank gone wrong at Ludlow High School.
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Western Mass News is getting answers after a concerned parent reached out to our newsroom regarding a recently proposed policy in Ludlow Public Schools
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A senior tradition at Ludlow High School has been cancelled this year after a senior prank gone wrong.
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A Chicopee woman is grieving the loss of her dog after he was attacked by another dog while she was taking him for a walk.
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Western Mass News is taking you town by town to Springfield, Northampton, and Chicopee.
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A teacher strike closed down a Springfield day care on Monday.
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The World Health Organization announced Friday the end of the COVID-19 public health emergency.
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Town by town is taking you to Holyoke, Chicopee, and Springfield.
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South Hadley residents have voted down a budget increase for the town’s fire district #1, impacting firefighter and first responder salaries.
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Town by town is taking you to Springfield, Amherst, and Holyoke.
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Residents in South Hadley have voted down a budget increase for the town’s fire district #1.
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The incident happened just after 5 p.m. Monday afternoon at Lincoln Grove Park.
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Elms College students and faculty celebrated $1 million in federal funding on Tuesday that is aimed at expanding their social work and education programs.
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A second Easthampton school committee member has now resigned in the midst of a superintendent search controversy.
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The city of Easthampton has introduced a novel tool to stop students from vaping in the bathrooms: vape detectors. The sensors have been installed in the city’s high school and middle school.
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Town by town is taking you to Wilbraham, Holyoke, and Springfield.
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A quarter of the design phase of a $19.2 million overhaul to the Main Street and downtown area is complete and plans were shared with the public in a virtual meeting this week.
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Town by town is taking you to Chicopee, Springfield, and Holyoke.
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A Connecticut man accused of murdering a Chicopee man the day after Christmas a few years ago, has now pleaded guilty.
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Many medical facilities, which are some of the only places where masks are still required, are doing away with face coverings as the state and federal public health emergencies come to an end on May 11.
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The Massachusetts Supreme Judicial Court has weighed in on breathalyzer tests, setting the stage for the possible dismissal of tens of thousands of drunk driving cases.
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