Livi Stanford
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Updated: 14 hours ago
|By Kristin Burnell, Samantha O'Connor and Livi Stanford
Western Mass News is getting answers on how this fund could help you this winter.
Updated: Oct. 4, 2022 at 9:16 AM EDT
|By David Horwitz, Livi Stanford and Ryan Trowbridge
A new study of 48 million adults has found that those who have contracted COVID-19 had an increased risk of blood clots for nearly a year.
Updated: Sep. 28, 2022 at 12:56 PM EDT
|By Paris Dunford, Livi Stanford and Ryan Trowbridge
Musician John Waite, perhaps best known for his 1984 hit “Missing You,” is performing at The Big E on October 2.
Updated: Sep. 28, 2022 at 11:05 AM EDT
|By David Horwitz, Ryan Trowbridge and Livi Stanford
The American Cancer Society reports that lung cancer is the leading cause of cancer death making up almost a quarter of all cancer deaths.
Updated: Sep. 26, 2022 at 1:51 PM EDT
|By Amanda Callahan, Livi Stanford and Ryan Trowbridge
Legendary Southern rock band Lynyrd Skynyrd is performing at The Big E on October 2.
Updated: Sep. 21, 2022 at 6:11 PM EDT
|By David Horwitz, Livi Stanford, Photojournalist: Erik Rosario and Ryan Trowbridge
This month, we’re recognizing a Springfield educator who goes above and beyond not only for the students in his classroom, but for his entire community.
Updated: Sep. 20, 2022 at 10:33 PM EDT
|By Paris Dunford, Livi Stanford, Ryan Trowbridge and Photojournalist: Jeremy Fair
Western Mass News is digging deeper into a police reform bill that passed in the Bay State in 2020.
Updated: Sep. 16, 2022 at 11:50 AM EDT
|By Amanda Callahan, Livi Stanford and Ryan Trowbridge
Grammy-nominated Scottish musician KT Tunstall is performing at The Big E on Saturday.
Updated: Sep. 15, 2022 at 6:51 PM EDT
|By Amanda Callahan, Olivia Hickey and Livi Stanford
EXCLUSIVE: Brantley Gilbert scheduled to perform at Big E
Updated: Sep. 15, 2022 at 4:45 PM EDT
|By Mary Wilson, Livi Stanford and Ryan Trowbridge
Well-known psychic medium Matt Fraser is expected to draw a big crowd in Springfield later this month and he’s out with a new book.
Updated: Sep. 14, 2022 at 4:00 PM EDT
|By Amanda Callahan, Livi Stanford and Ryan Trowbridge
The punk rock band Dropkick Murphys is performing opening night at The Big E this Friday.
Updated: Sep. 13, 2022 at 4:50 PM EDT
|By Livi Stanford, Ryan Trowbridge and Amanda Callahan
The English rock band Modern English, best known for their hit song “I Melt with You,” is performing at The Big E this Friday, Saturday, and Sunday.
Updated: Sep. 13, 2022 at 4:48 PM EDT
|By Mary Wilson, Livi Stanford and Ryan Trowbridge
As people in the U.K. and around the world mourn the death of Queen Elizabeth II, preparations are underway for her funeral next week.
Updated: Sep. 13, 2022 at 10:04 AM EDT
|By Mary Wilson, Photojournalist: Erik Rosario, Livi Stanford and Ryan Trowbridge
Despite an influx of more than $2.5 billion dollars in coronavirus funds, many Massachusetts school districts have been slow to put that money to work.
Updated: Sep. 13, 2022 at 9:34 AM EDT
|By David Horwitz, Livi Stanford and Ryan Trowbridge
With so many food options at our fingertips, what are the best choices you can make to make sure you are eating healthy?
Updated: Sep. 1, 2022 at 2:44 PM EDT
|By David Horwitz, Livi Stanford and Ryan Trowbridge
For the first time in more than two decades, Staind is returning to Springfield.
Updated: Aug. 31, 2022 at 1:45 PM EDT
|By David Horwitz, Livi Stanford and Ryan Trowbridge
The Massachusetts Department of Developmental Services is hiring licensed practical nurses and direct care workers.
Updated: Aug. 30, 2022 at 10:53 AM EDT
|By Amanda Callahan, Livi Stanford and Ryan Trowbridge
A new study in the New England Journal of Medicine found that taking a Vitamin D supplement did not result in a lower risk of fractures in those without a vitamin deficiency.
Updated: Aug. 26, 2022 at 10:28 PM EDT
|By Mary Wilson, Photojournalist: Erik Rosario, Livi Stanford and Ryan Trowbridge
Many local school districts are facing staffing challenges and will open their doors to students with several positions left unfilled.
Updated: Aug. 26, 2022 at 10:48 AM EDT
|By Mary Wilson, Photojournalist: Erik Rosario, Livi Stanford and Ryan Trowbridge
With kids heading back to the classroom, many families will rely on after-school childcare.
Updated: Aug. 25, 2022 at 5:31 PM EDT
|By David Horwitz, Livi Stanford and Ryan Trowbridge
While MGM Springfield is known for their casino and live performances, they are also a destination for food fanatics.
Updated: Aug. 25, 2022 at 10:40 AM EDT
|By Amanda Callahan, Photojournalist: Erik Rosario, Ryan Trowbridge and Livi Stanford
It’s crunch time for shoppers looking for back to school styles ahead of the return to classes next week, but with inflation and high prices nearly everywhere you look, we’re getting answers on where you can shop locally without breaking the bank.
Updated: Aug. 24, 2022 at 8:17 PM EDT
|By Amanda Callahan, Photojournalist: Erik Rosario, Livi Stanford and Ryan Trowbridge
Students across western Massachusetts are getting ready to head back to the classroom, but educators are expecting another year of academic challenges caused by learning loss from the COVD-19 pandemic.
Updated: Aug. 24, 2022 at 5:34 PM EDT
|By David Horwitz, Amanda Callahan, Livi Stanford, Ryan Trowbridge and Photojournalist: Erik Rosario
The Western Mass. Hyundai Dealers Surprise Squad is in full swing and in this month’s edition, we are recognizing an educator who volunteers her time to help underserved youth.
Updated: Aug. 24, 2022 at 9:45 AM EDT
|By Amanda Callahan, Photojournalist: Erik Rosario, Ryan Trowbridge and Livi Stanford
The official start of the school year is only a few days away and preseason for fall sports is back in full swing across western Massachusetts.
Updated: Aug. 23, 2022 at 9:36 PM EDT
|By Mary Wilson, Photojournalist: Erik Rosario, Ryan Trowbridge and Livi Stanford
This upcoming school year will mark the third that students and staff will contend with COVID-19 in the classroom.
Updated: Aug. 23, 2022 at 11:18 AM EDT
|By Amanda Callahan, Ryan Trowbridge, Livi Stanford and Photojournalist: Erik Rosario
As school districts across the state work to recover from the COVID-19 pandemic, educators are focusing on more than just academics this year and putting a spotlight on mental health.
Updated: Aug. 23, 2022 at 11:07 AM EDT
|By David Horwitz, Ryan Trowbridge and Livi Stanford
A new Mayo Clinic study has found that enriching diets with foods that are high in potassium and calcium may prevent recurrent symptomatic kidney stones.
Updated: Aug. 22, 2022 at 10:25 AM EDT
|By David Horwitz, Livi Stanford, Ryan Trowbridge and Photojournalist: Erik Rosario
We’re getting answers and speaking with some experts to help you find the best deals.
Updated: Aug. 18, 2022 at 6:15 PM EDT
|By Mary Wilson, Photojournalist: Erik Rosario, Livi Stanford and Ryan Trowbridge
Local officials report that domestic violence is widespread and on the rise in western Massachusetts.
Updated: Aug. 18, 2022 at 4:48 PM EDT
|By David Horwitz, Livi Stanford and Ryan Trowbridge
MGM Springfield’s Free Music Friday’s are in full swing and Unforgettable Fire, a U2 tribute band, will be headlining at the plaza during the first weekend of September.
Updated: Aug. 16, 2022 at 1:39 PM EDT
|By David Horwitz, Livi Stanford and Ryan Trowbridge
New research published in the American Heart Association Journal has found that napping on a regular basis has increase of high blood pressure and stroke.
Updated: Aug. 11, 2022 at 6:15 PM EDT
|By Mary Wilson, Photojournalist: Erik Rosario, Livi Stanford and Ryan Trowbridge
2021 was the most dangerous year to be on Massachusetts roads in more than a decade
Updated: Aug. 4, 2022 at 4:53 PM EDT
|By David Horwitz, Livi Stanford, Photojournalist: Erik Rosario and Ryan Trowbridge
The Backroads Blues Festival is coming to Springfield Symphony Hall in less than two weeks.
Updated: Jul. 28, 2022 at 4:30 PM EDT
|By David Horwitz, Livi Stanford and Ryan Trowbridge
A celebrity psychic medium is returning to Springfield this September for an evening of live audience readings.
Updated: Jul. 27, 2022 at 5:07 PM EDT
|By David Horwitz, Amanda Callahan, Livi Stanford, Photojournalist: Erik Rosario and Ryan Trowbridge
The Western Mass. Hyundai Dealers Surprise Squad is back, recognizing teachers who go above and beyond.
Updated: Jul. 26, 2022 at 4:50 PM EDT
|By Matt Sottile, Livi Stanford, Photojournalist: Erik Rosario and Ryan Trowbridge
While you might not be thinking about fall just yet, with the season right around the corner, we wanted to scope out the best local destinations for you to check out.
Updated: Jul. 26, 2022 at 10:12 AM EDT
|By David Horwitz, Ryan Trowbridge and Livi Stanford
According to the American Psychological Association, the COVID-19 pandemic, inflation, and the war in Ukraine have pushed stress to “alarming levels.”
Updated: Jul. 25, 2022 at 6:37 PM EDT
|By Mary Wilson, Photojournalist: Erik Rosario, Livi Stanford and Ryan Trowbridge
According to the CDC, among survivors of COVID-19, one in five continue to have symptoms.
Updated: Jul. 21, 2022 at 7:51 PM EDT
|By Paris Dunford, Photojournalist: Erik Rosario, Livi Stanford and Ryan Trowbridge
Local leaders are expressing concerns about incidents of hatred in western Massachusetts.
Updated: Jul. 21, 2022 at 4:55 PM EDT
|By David Horwitz, Livi Stanford and Ryan Trowbridge
A comedian who calls western Massachusetts home and has shared the stage with some of the nation’s top comedians, such as Paul Rodriguez and Michael Rapaport, is performing at Roar Comedy Club at MGM Springfield on July 30.
Updated: Jul. 19, 2022 at 9:18 AM EDT
|By David Horwitz, Livi Stanford and Ryan Trowbridge
With the new school year just around the corner, Baystate Chief of General Pediatrics Dr. John O’Reilly spoke to Western Mass News about the importance of your child receiving a wellness checkup.
Updated: Jul. 18, 2022 at 6:44 PM EDT
|By Amanda Callahan, Photojournalist: Erik Rosario, Livi Stanford and Ryan Trowbridge
As food prices continue to rise, it’s becoming more difficult to put healthy meals on the table.
Updated: Jul. 14, 2022 at 6:15 PM EDT
|By Mary Wilson, Photojournalist: Erik Rosario, Ryan Trowbridge and Livi Stanford
With most of western Massachusetts facing mild drought conditions, three local communities have implemented water use restrictions.
Updated: Jul. 14, 2022 at 3:32 PM EDT
|By David Horwitz, Livi Stanford and Ryan Trowbridge
If you are looking for some good laughs, MGM Springfield has you covered.
Updated: Jul. 12, 2022 at 2:22 PM EDT
|By David Horwitz, Ryan Trowbridge and Livi Stanford
With summer in full swing, kids will be outside more than usual, playing sports and enjoying the weather.
Updated: Jul. 7, 2022 at 6:15 PM EDT
|By Mary Wilson, Photojournalist: Erik Rosario, Livi Stanford and Ryan Trowbridge
Massachusetts Attorney General Maura Healey has sued 13 manufacturers of toxic PFAS chemicals used in firefighting foam.
Updated: Jul. 5, 2022 at 1:18 PM EDT
|By David Horwitz, Livi Stanford and Ryan Trowbridge
One local hospital is launching a new virtual assistance program to support breastfeeding mothers.
Updated: Jun. 27, 2022 at 5:01 PM EDT
|By Livi Stanford and Samantha O'Connor
Monday marked 22 years since Heather’s sister, Molly, disappeared from her lifeguard post at Comins Pond and was never seen again. Her remains were found years later, however her murder remains unsolved.
Updated: Jun. 23, 2022 at 6:15 PM EDT
|By Mary Wilson, Photojournalist: Erik Rosario, Livi Stanford and Ryan Trowbridge
The five members of Springfield’s Board of Police Commissioners have held three executive sessions since being appointed in March.
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