Libby James
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Libby James joined the Western Mass News team in May 2022 as a multimedia journalist and content producer.
Libby graduated from the University of Massachusetts Amherst and is happy to continue calling western Massachusetts home.
In her last year of college, Libby worked at our sister station, WFSB-TV, as a digital content producer. It was there where she found her passion in storytelling and decided to continue in her career in becoming a reporter.
She is originally from central Massachusetts and spends her summers along the Connecticut coastline with her grandmother.
In her free time, Libby enjoys relaxing at the beach, painting, baking, and spending time with friends and family.
Updated: Nov. 28, 2022 at 4:58 PM EST
|By Libby James and Ryan Trowbridge
With Christmas trees selling out fast, we’re getting answers on tree prices and whether an artificial tree might be worth the investment this year.
Updated: Nov. 28, 2022 at 6:45 AM EST
|By Libby James
Tractor trailer crash closing 2 lanes on I-91 NB.
Updated: Nov. 25, 2022 at 6:23 PM EST
|By Libby James and Olivia Hickey
Black Friday looked a little different this year compared to years past.
Updated: Nov. 25, 2022 at 8:15 AM EST
|By Libby James and Ryan Trowbridge
Crews responded to an early morning fire at a Holyoke business on Friday.
Updated: Nov. 23, 2022 at 5:02 PM EST
|By Libby James and Ryan Trowbridge
Rock 102′s Mayflower Marathon to collect food and money for Open Pantry in Springfield ended on a high note with a record number of donations collected.
Updated: Nov. 22, 2022 at 4:42 PM EST
|By Libby James and Ryan Trowbridge
House fire dangers are highest on Thanksgiving Day in the Bay State.
Updated: Nov. 22, 2022 at 8:50 AM EST
|By David Horwitz, Livi Stanford and Libby James
Health officials concerned over respiratory viruses
Updated: Nov. 21, 2022 at 4:57 PM EST
|By Libby James, Photojournalist: Rich Crane and Ryan Trowbridge
The annual 52-hour Mayflower Marathon is underway with non-perishable food donations going to the Open Pantry in Springfield
Updated: Nov. 18, 2022 at 1:11 PM EST
|By Libby James and Ryan Trowbridge
It was an exciting morning in Springfield on Friday as several families marked National Adoption Day in a very special way.
Updated: Nov. 17, 2022 at 1:23 PM EST
|By Libby James and Ryan Trowbridge
Thanksgiving is one week away and many people are placing orders for pre-made meals, instead of cooking themselves, but now is the time to do so.
Updated: Nov. 16, 2022 at 6:55 PM EST
|By Libby James and Ryan Trowbridge
Thanksgiving travel is expected to hit pre-pandemic levels this year.
Updated: Nov. 16, 2022 at 1:19 PM EST
|By Libby James
Firefighters responded to a house fire in eastern Hampden County this morning.
Updated: Nov. 16, 2022 at 7:26 AM EST
|By Libby James
Crews work to restore power in Westfield.
Updated: Nov. 16, 2022 at 7:10 AM EST
|By Libby James
Road closed after crash pilled down wires.
Updated: Nov. 15, 2022 at 4:50 PM EST
|By Libby James and Ryan Trowbridge
The United Way of Pioneer Valley is looking for volunteers to help with the significant increase in need out in the community.
Updated: Nov. 14, 2022 at 4:53 PM EST
|By Libby James and Ryan Trowbridge
The Knights of Columbus in Chicopee has canceled their big community Thanksgiving dinner for the third year in a row.
Updated: Nov. 14, 2022 at 8:16 AM EST
|By Glenn Kittle, Libby James, Photojournalist: Erik Rosario and Livi Stanford
In August, the Massachusetts Department of Elementary and Secondary Education, also known as DESE, raised the MCAS requirements for the class of 2026 after schools saw a drop in test scores during the COVID-19 pandemic.
Updated: Nov. 11, 2022 at 12:30 PM EST
|By Libby James and Ryan Trowbridge
Friday marked Veterans Day, a chance to remember, salute, and show gratitude for those who have served in the armed forces.
Updated: Nov. 10, 2022 at 3:58 PM EST
|By Libby James and Ryan Trowbridge
There’s a warning in the Bay State about a deadly listeria outbreak linked to deli meat and cheese.
Updated: Nov. 10, 2022 at 7:56 AM EST
|By Mary Wilson, Photojournalist: Erik Rosario, Libby James and Livi Stanford
Two Ukrainian families welcomed to the Westfield community.
Updated: Nov. 9, 2022 at 5:18 PM EST
|By Libby James and Ryan Trowbridge
A Feeding Hills restaurant thanked veterans with free meals on Wednesday.
Updated: Nov. 9, 2022 at 8:18 AM EST
|By Libby James
1 person hospitalized after Palmer crash
Updated: Nov. 8, 2022 at 4:59 PM EST
|By Libby James and Ryan Trowbridge
With Thanksgiving just over two weeks away and concerns about a possible turkey shortage this year, Western Mass News is getting answers from local markets to find out what customers can expect.
Updated: Nov. 8, 2022 at 6:26 AM EST
|By Jenna Reyes and Libby James
On Monday night the Powerball drawing was delayed due to security protocols.
Updated: Nov. 7, 2022 at 4:57 PM EST
|By Libby James and Ryan Trowbridge
A new option for getting to the polls on Tuesday as Bird rideshare offers free scooter rides for one day only.
Updated: Nov. 7, 2022 at 9:17 AM EST
|By Mary Wilson, Libby James, Photojournalist: Erik Rosario and Livi Stanford
Massachusetts law requires those who work with children to notify DCF if they suspect a child is being abused or neglected.
Updated: Nov. 4, 2022 at 1:40 PM EDT
|By Libby James
A church in Russell is collecting blankets for people living in Ukraine
Updated: Nov. 4, 2022 at 9:23 AM EDT
|By Libby James and Amanda Callahan
A decorative way to recycle Halloween pumpkins!
Updated: Nov. 3, 2022 at 7:36 PM EDT
|By Libby James and Ryan Trowbridge
For those with pumpkins still sitting on your front steps, Western Mass News has a way for you to recycle them while helping out local farmers.
Updated: Nov. 3, 2022 at 8:29 AM EDT
|By Libby James, Amanda Callahan, Photojournalist: Erik Rosario and Livi Stanford
Ballot Question 4
Updated: Nov. 1, 2022 at 7:18 AM EDT
|By Libby James
Car wedged under tractor-trailer in Chicopee.
Updated: Oct. 31, 2022 at 4:49 PM EDT
|By Libby James and Ryan Trowbridge
It’s not just candidates that Massachusetts voters are choosing as we approach election day next week. There are four ballot questions as well.
Updated: Oct. 31, 2022 at 10:49 AM EDT
|By Libby James
Mutual aid requested for a fire at a nursing home.
Updated: Oct. 27, 2022 at 2:23 PM EDT
|By Libby James and Ryan Trowbridge
A sophomore from Westfield High School is spending her free time giving back to those who give their service to the country. She’s collecting items for care packages that will be sent to soldiers.
Updated: Oct. 27, 2022 at 11:23 AM EDT
|By Libby James and Matt Price
Crews continue to put out house fire.
Updated: Oct. 26, 2022 at 7:40 AM EDT
|By Libby James
1 hospitalized after crash on Emery St.
Updated: Oct. 25, 2022 at 5:02 PM EDT
|By Libby James and Ryan Trowbridge
With the cost of food so high, non-profits, like The Gray House in Springfield, are looking for donations to help supply turkey dinners to those in need.
Updated: Oct. 24, 2022 at 4:43 PM EDT
|By Libby James and Ryan Trowbridge
Recent bear activity in western Massachusetts has many people concerned for their safety.
Updated: Oct. 21, 2022 at 12:32 PM EDT
|By Libby James and Ryan Trowbridge
This week, the Biden Administration announced they are taking action to help rein in high fuel prices, but for now, costs still remain high.
Updated: Oct. 21, 2022 at 6:43 AM EDT
|By Libby James
1 hospitalized in a house fire in Springfield.
Updated: Oct. 20, 2022 at 4:59 PM EDT
|By Libby James and Ryan Trowbridge
MGM Springfield is teaming up with South End Middle School in Springfield to help make the school year a successful one.
Updated: Oct. 18, 2022 at 5:09 PM EDT
|By Libby James and Ryan Trowbridge
There’s a spotlight on teen driver safety this week across the country.
Updated: Oct. 17, 2022 at 6:28 PM EDT
|By Libby James and Ryan Trowbridge
With the winter around the corner, homeowners should be on the lookout because mice are now looking for a warm place to stay.
Updated: Oct. 16, 2022 at 12:44 AM EDT
|By Addie Patterson and Libby James
Police officer walking across MA to raise awareness on first responder awareness.
Updated: Oct. 16, 2022 at 12:27 AM EDT
|By Libby James, Addie Patterson and Matt Sottile
Bay Path University hosted their 125th Alumni Weekend
Updated: Oct. 16, 2022 at 12:19 AM EDT
|By Libby James, Addie Patterson and Matt Sottile
The Dakin Humane Society hosted a walk-in adoption event.
Updated: Oct. 15, 2022 at 11:23 PM EDT
|By Libby James, Addie Patterson, Photojournalist: Andrew Wellmann and Matt Sottile
The West Springfield Boys and Girls Club hosted their 2nd annual club-toberfest.
Updated: Oct. 15, 2022 at 11:02 PM EDT
|By Libby James, Addie Patterson and Photojournalist: Andrew Evans
Jermaine Wiggins stars in DementedFX.
Updated: Oct. 15, 2022 at 10:43 PM EDT
|By Libby James, Addie Patterson and Maria Wilson
Saturday night marks the Thunderbird's season opener.
Updated: Oct. 15, 2022 at 10:31 PM EDT
|By Matt Sottile, Addie Patterson and Libby James
6 people shot near Worcester warehouse.
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