Photojournalist: Andrew Wellmann
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|By Olivia Hickey, Photojournalist: Andrew Evans, Photojournalist: Andrew Wellmann and Abigail Murillo Villacorta
The community gathered for the 10th annual Swish Night, benefitting Make-A-Wish Massachusetts and Rhode Island.
Updated: Mar. 24, 2023 at 10:25 PM EDT
|By Photojournalist: Andrew Wellmann, Joe Chaisson and Abigail Murillo Villacorta
Local businesses stepped in and held a fundraiser to support Chicopee Officer Wilkes on Friday evening.
Updated: Mar. 23, 2023 at 11:41 PM EDT
|By Maria Wilson, Photojournalist: Andrew Wellmann and Abigail Murillo Villacorta
Five pedestrians have been hit and killed by drivers in Chicopee since October. Now, city leaders are discussing plans to make roads safer.
Updated: Mar. 22, 2023 at 11:27 PM EDT
|By Photojournalist: Andrew Wellmann, Addie Patterson and Abigail Murillo Villacorta
Eastman’s 2nd annual Black History Month Oratorical Contest was held at Western New England University in Springfield.
Updated: Mar. 19, 2023 at 8:43 PM EDT
|By Photojournalist: Andrew Wellmann, Morgan Briggs and Abigail Murillo Villacorta
The Allsport Arena hosted a dodgeball tournament to support Ukraine in Northampton.
Updated: Mar. 19, 2023 at 7:16 AM EDT
|By Photojournalist: Andrew Wellmann, Morgan Briggs and Abigail Murillo Villacorta
On Saturday evening, the John F. Kennedy national award ceremony took place in Holyoke.
Updated: Mar. 12, 2023 at 10:44 PM EDT
|By Photojournalist: Andrew Wellmann, Morgan Briggs and Abigail Murillo Villacorta
The Chicopee Police and Fire Departments had their annual “Battle of the Badges” charity hockey game on Sunday afternoon.
Updated: Mar. 11, 2023 at 10:19 PM EST
|By Photojournalist: Andrew Wellmann, Morgan Briggs and Abigail Murillo Villacorta
The Springfield Thunderbirds partnered up with Rays of Hope to honor breast cancer survivors.
Updated: Mar. 4, 2023 at 11:28 AM EST
|By Paris Dunford, Samantha O'Connor and Photojournalist: Andrew Wellmann
Western Mass News caught up with cleaning crews who woke up early to clear off the sidewalks for residents.
Updated: Feb. 25, 2023 at 10:29 PM EST
|By Abigail Murillo Villacorta, Addie Patterson and Photojournalist: Andrew Wellmann
On Saturday, the 2023 Colleen Contest and Coronation Ball took place in Chicopee.
Updated: Feb. 19, 2023 at 9:33 PM EST
|By Addie Patterson, Photojournalist: Andrew Wellmann and Abigail Murillo Villacorta
February is Black History Month and western Mass. residents celebrated by dedicating an exhibit to Gordon Parks, among other activities.
Updated: Feb. 18, 2023 at 5:45 PM EST
|By Addie Patterson, Abigail Murillo Villacorta and Photojournalist: Andrew Wellmann
On Friday night, local police officers served the public at Longhorn Steakhouse in West Springfield.
Updated: Jan. 29, 2023 at 10:57 PM EST
|By Addie Patterson, Photojournalist: Andrew Wellmann and Abigail Murillo Villacorta
On Sunday night, crews responded to a house fire on Kirk Street in Springfield.
Updated: Jan. 21, 2023 at 12:18 AM EST
|By Matt Sottile, Olivia Hickey, Bob Hastings, Photojournalist: Marcos Figueroa, Photojournalist: Josh Daley and Photojournalist: Andrew Wellmann
Friday Night Frenzy: Week Two highlights
Updated: Jan. 21, 2023 at 12:14 AM EST
|By Matt Sottile, Olivia Hickey, Bob Hastings, Photojournalist: Josh Daley, Photojournalist: Andrew Wellmann and Photojournalist: Marcos Figueroa
Week Two: Putnam at Amherst, Agawam at Springfield International Charter School, Longmeadow at Holyoke
Updated: Jan. 16, 2023 at 6:17 PM EST
|By Glenn Kittle, Samantha O'Connor and Photojournalist: Andrew Wellmann
The MassDOT has new detours for motorists to follow for the next 6 months.
Updated: Jan. 16, 2023 at 5:03 PM EST
|By Glenn Kittle, Samantha O'Connor and Photojournalist: Andrew Wellmann
The police and the West Springfield Department of Public Works are using trail cameras to crack down on the crime.
Updated: Jan. 15, 2023 at 6:40 PM EST
|By Joe Chaisson, Samantha O'Connor and Photojournalist: Andrew Wellmann
Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.’s life and spirit were celebrated by the Springfield Symphony Orchestra on the Symphony Hall stage with Audacity of Hope Saturday evening.
Updated: Jan. 9, 2023 at 10:33 PM EST
|By Matt Sottile, Samantha O'Connor and Photojournalist: Andrew Wellmann
The discussion took place after the first dispensary in the state closed last month in Northampton and a separate dispensary proposal was denied by the mayor.
Updated: Jan. 7, 2023 at 11:14 PM EST
|By Maria Wilson, Photojournalist: Andrew Wellmann and Olivia Hickey
This year marked the pageants return after a short hiatus due to the COVID-19 pandemic.
Updated: Jan. 7, 2023 at 11:10 PM EST
|By Addie Patterson, Photojournalist: Andrew Wellmann and Olivia Hickey
They’ve been collecting donations for nearly three months for refugees in western Mass.
Updated: Jan. 6, 2023 at 2:19 PM EST
|By Photojournalist: Andrew Wellmann and Ryan Trowbridge
Authorities are investigating after a bicyclist was struck by a vehicle Thursday night in Holyoke.
Updated: Jan. 5, 2023 at 11:35 PM EST
|By Joe Chaisson, Olivia Hickey and Photojournalist: Andrew Wellmann
Three Kings celebration held in Holyoke
Updated: Jan. 4, 2023 at 10:18 PM EST
|By Lexi Oliver, Samantha O'Connor and Photojournalist: Andrew Wellmann
The Commonwealth is appealing the dismissal of an indictment for elder neglect after the dementia housing units were merged at the home during the pandemic.
Updated: Jan. 4, 2023 at 6:25 PM EST
|By Lexi Oliver, Samantha O'Connor and Photojournalist: Andrew Wellmann
This all comes in an attempt to address pedestrian safety and improve walkability as winter is in full swing and it gets darker much earlier.
Updated: Jan. 2, 2023 at 5:21 PM EST
|By Glenn Kittle, Jessica Michalski, Samantha O'Connor and Photojournalist: Andrew Wellmann
A man who was shot in Springfield New Year’s Day on Allen Street in Springfield has died from his injuries, police confirm.
Updated: Jan. 1, 2023 at 9:03 PM EST
|By Olivia Hickey, Addie Patterson and Photojournalist: Andrew Wellmann
Crews respond to active scene on Allen Street in Springfield
Updated: Dec. 25, 2022 at 11:11 PM EST
|By Addie Patterson, Olivia Hickey and Photojournalist: Andrew Wellmann
Community gathers for glow in the dark menorah lighting in Longmeadow
Updated: Dec. 25, 2022 at 10:42 PM EST
|By Maria Wilson, Olivia Hickey and Photojournalist: Andrew Wellmann
Dozens without a home for the holidays after Bay Street fire Saturday night
Updated: Dec. 23, 2022 at 10:55 PM EST
|By Joe Chaisson, Olivia Hickey and Photojournalist: Andrew Wellmann
Thunderbirds hit the ice before the holiday weekend
Updated: Dec. 22, 2022 at 11:29 PM EST
|By Photojournalist: Andrew Wellmann, Joe Chaisson and Olivia Hickey
Holiday party, toy giveaway celebrated at Lyman Terrace
Updated: Dec. 19, 2022 at 7:07 PM EST
|By Samantha O'Connor and Photojournalist: Andrew Wellmann
The resident was not in the home when the fire took place, and no injuries have been reported.
Updated: Dec. 15, 2022 at 11:43 PM EST
|By Joe Chaisson, Photojournalist: Andrew Wellmann and Olivia Hickey
Bob’s Bin’s organizes holiday party for local kids
Updated: Dec. 14, 2022 at 11:27 PM EST
|By Joe Chaisson, Samantha O'Connor and Photojournalist: Andrew Wellmann
Western Mass News got a chance to speak with the hero, Gene Galuszka, who said that the student bumped into him and asked for help.
Updated: Dec. 14, 2022 at 6:50 PM EST
|By Addie Patterson, Samantha O'Connor, Photojournalist: Andrew Wellmann, Photojournalist: Jeremy Fair and Photojournalist: Kevin Culverhouse
Western Mass News is taking you town by town to Chicopee, Ludlow, and Springfield.
Updated: Dec. 11, 2022 at 10:54 PM EST
|By Maria Wilson, Photojournalist: Andrew Wellmann and Olivia Hickey
Wintry weather makes its way across western Mass. Sunday evening
Updated: Dec. 10, 2022 at 10:40 PM EST
|By Maria Wilson, Olivia Hickey and Photojournalist: Andrew Wellmann
Bears shower the Thunderbirds game for the annual Teddy Bear Toss
Updated: Dec. 10, 2022 at 9:04 PM EST
|By Addie Patterson, Photojournalist: Andrew Wellmann and Olivia Hickey
Dance show held during final weekend of Festival of Trees
Updated: Dec. 9, 2022 at 11:04 PM EST
|By Joe Chaisson, Olivia Hickey and Photojournalist: Andrew Wellmann
Whip City Animal Sanctuary hosts annual Pictures with Santa event
Updated: Dec. 8, 2022 at 11:48 PM EST
|By Joe Chaisson, Olivia Hickey and Photojournalist: Andrew Wellmann
Majestic Theater holds opening night of Home for the Holidays performance
Updated: Dec. 7, 2022 at 10:14 PM EST
|By Joe Chaisson, Samantha O'Connor and Photojournalist: Andrew Wellmann
The Springfield Police Department took part in the 3rd annual Christmas event “Shop with a Cop” at Walmart on Boston Road Wednesday evening.
Updated: Dec. 4, 2022 at 10:34 PM EST
|By Maria Wilson, Samantha O'Connor and Photojournalist: Andrew Wellmann
This comes after a fire back in August caused significant damages to the restaurant and its deck, forcing the owners to close their doors for the last four months.
Updated: Dec. 2, 2022 at 11:20 PM EST
|By Addie Patterson, Olivia Hickey and Photojournalist: Andrew Wellmann
Thunderbirds host Rockford during the season’s second 3-game weekend
Updated: Dec. 1, 2022 at 10:51 PM EST
|By Addie Patterson, Olivia Hickey and Photojournalist: Andrew Wellmann
Center Fresh Holdiay Market brings seasonal fun to Chicopee
Updated: Nov. 26, 2022 at 10:50 PM EST
|By Maria Wilson, Ryan Trowbridge and Photojournalist: Andrew Wellmann
Saturday was an action-packed day in downtown Springfield that drew in big crowds and heavy traffic.
Updated: Nov. 23, 2022 at 10:36 PM EST
|By Lexi Oliver, Samantha O'Connor and Photojournalist: Andrew Wellmann
A line of cars had already been building outside the park entrance on Sumner Avenue, but those already inside were enjoying the holiday cheer.
Updated: Nov. 20, 2022 at 11:50 PM EST
|By Maria Wilson, Photojournalist: Andrew Wellmann and Olivia Hickey
Local fans to come together for 2022 World Cup
Updated: Nov. 19, 2022 at 11:36 PM EST
|By Addie Patterson, Olivia Hickey and Photojournalist: Andrew Wellmann
Annual Holiday Bazaar held at Canaan Baptist Church Saturday
Updated: Nov. 19, 2022 at 11:23 PM EST
|By Addie Patterson, Olivia Hickey and Photojournalist: Andrew Wellmann
Virtue Salon celebrates grand re-opening
Updated: Nov. 18, 2022 at 10:51 PM EST
|By Joe Chaisson, Photojournalist: Andrew Wellmann and Olivia Hickey
7-year-old donates Birthday gifts to Toys for Tots
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