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Hartford Fire Department responds to 3-alarm fire at condo building

Thirteen hospitalized following fire at Hartford apartment complex

Updated: 2 hours ago
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By Zoe Strothers and Mike Cerullo
Dozens of firefighters are responding to a 3-alarm fire at a condo on Evergreen Avenue.

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Six Flags’ first Pride Fest offers rainbow treats, inclusive space for park-goers

Updated: 2 hours ago
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By Glenn Kittle, Samantha O'Connor and Photojournalist: Marcos Figueroa
People coming into the park can enjoy Pride-themed prizes, products, and food for all of June.

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An Amherst family has been left to assess the damage and pick up the pieces after a fire Friday...

Amherst farm owners receiving community support after devastating fire

Updated: 8 hours ago
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By Olivia Hickey and Ryan Trowbridge
An Amherst family has been left to assess the damage and pick up the pieces after a fire Friday destroyed their dairy barn.

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Ninth annual Asparagus Festival held on Hadley town common

Ninth annual Asparagus Festival held on Hadley town common

Updated: 20 hours ago
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By Addie Patterson and Ryan Trowbridge
On Saturday, the ninth annual New England Public Media (NEPM) Asparagus Festival was held at the Hadley town common to celebrate the region’s legacy of agriculture and community.

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Springfield kicks off Pride Month with 2nd annual parade

Springfield kicks off Pride Month with 2nd annual parade

Updated: 20 hours ago
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By Glenn Kittle and Samantha O'Connor
It was a block party in Springfield as the city kicked off Pride Month with its 2nd annual Pride parade in support of the LGBTQIA+ community.

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‘Pets Rock’ event held in South Hadley to benefit TJO

‘Pets Rock’ event held in South Hadley to benefit TJO

Updated: 20 hours ago
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By Addie Patterson and Ryan Trowbridge
The fifth annual ‘Pets Rock’ fundraiser for the Thomas J. O’Connor Animal Control and Adoption Center was held Saturday in South Hadley.

US & World News

A Massachusetts church was destroyed by fire for the second time in its 280-year history. (WHDH)

Lightning strike suspected as cause of fire at 160-year-old Massachusetts church

Updated: Jun. 3, 2023 at 1:33 PM EDT
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By The Associated Press
There has been a church in the area since the 1700s.

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Cottage Ave. partially closed following crash in Wilbraham

Updated: Jun. 3, 2023 at 10:10 AM EDT
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By Samantha O'Connor
Cottage Street in Wilbraham is closed Saturday morning due to a motor vehicle crash.

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Deerfield crews repair broken utility pole following crash on North Main Street 060323

Portion of North Main St. in Deerfield closed as crews repair utility pole

Updated: Jun. 3, 2023 at 7:44 AM EDT
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By Samantha O'Connor
A portion or North Main Street in Deerfield is closed as crews work to repair a broken utility pole.

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Crews battle multi-alarm fire on Meadow Street in Amherst

Multi-alarm fire destroys barns on Meadow Street in Amherst

Updated: Jun. 2, 2023 at 11:17 PM EDT
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By Maria Wilson and Ryan Trowbridge
Crews spent much of Friday afternoon battling a large fire on Meadow Street in Amherst.
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Sports

Smith Voc. lacrosse player making her mark on the field

Updated: Jun. 2, 2023 at 6:38 PM EDT
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By Matt Sottile and Ryan Trowbridge
When one high school lacrosse player didn’t have a place to play, she made one and now, she’s continuing to make history.

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Off-highway-vehicle detail in Springfield leads to seizure of illegal dirt bike

Updated: Jun. 2, 2023 at 6:36 PM EDT
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By Addie Patterson and Ryan Trowbridge
Springfield Police seized an illegal dirt bike during an off-highway-vehicle (OHV) detail this week.

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Congressman Neal reacts to final passage of debt ceiling bill

Updated: Jun. 2, 2023 at 5:45 PM EDT
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By Daniel Santiago, Photojournalist: Erik Rosario and Ryan Trowbridge
A deal to suspend the debt ceiling was reached Thursday night after weeks of back-and-forth between President Joe Biden and House Speaker Kevin McCarthy.

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3 YWCA employees accused of stealing funds meant for domestic violence victims

Updated: Jun. 2, 2023 at 5:43 PM EDT
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By Kristin Burnell, Photojournalist: Kevin Culverhouse and Ryan Trowbridge
The non-profit organization is dedicated to eliminating racism and empowering women.

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Suspect arraigned in connection with Chesterfield manslaughter case

Updated: Jun. 2, 2023 at 5:25 PM EDT
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By Olivia Hickey, Photojournalist: Rich Crane and Ryan Trowbridge
A Southampton man pleaded not guilty Friday morning to a manslaughter charge in connection to the shooting and death of a Northampton man.

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Crews battle four-alarm fire at Spencer church

Updated: Jun. 2, 2023 at 5:12 PM EDT
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By Robin Stockler and Ryan Trowbridge
Firefighters battled a four-alarm fire at a Worcester County church Friday afternoon.

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Town by Town: Spirit of Springfield golf tournament, pollinator starter kits

Updated: Jun. 2, 2023 at 4:29 PM EDT
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By Addie Patterson and Ryan Trowbridge
Town by Town takes us to Ludlow and Springfield on this Friday.

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Northampton Fire Department swears-in first female captain

Updated: Jun. 2, 2023 at 3:53 PM EDT
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By Olivia Hickey and Ryan Trowbridge
The Northampton Fire Department has promoted their first female captain.

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4 suspects arrested, gun and drugs seized following Springfield investigation

Updated: Jun. 2, 2023 at 3:14 PM EDT
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By Ryan Trowbridge
Four arrests have been made following a lenghty investigation into a Springfield convenience store.

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MGM’s ‘Free Music Friday’ concert canceled due to inclement weather

Updated: Jun. 2, 2023 at 2:30 PM EDT
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By Ryan Trowbridge
Friday’s concert at The Plaza at MGM Springfield has been canceled for this week due to inclement weather.

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Pittsfield Police looking for missing 12-year-old boy

Updated: Jun. 2, 2023 at 1:27 PM EDT
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By Ryan Trowbridge
Pittsfield Police are looking for your help in locating a missing boy.

Sports

Ware baseball team preparing for state tournament after winning class title

Updated: Jun. 2, 2023 at 1:20 PM EDT
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By Matt Price and Ryan Trowbridge
The Ware Junior-Senior High School baseball team is gearing up for its state tournament game this weekend, just days after winning its first-class title in 13 seasons.

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Springfield Police arrest suspect after gun call on Marlborough Street

Updated: Jun. 2, 2023 at 12:58 PM EDT
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By Ryan Trowbridge
A Springfield man is facing charges after a gun call late last night.

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Crews battle three-alarm fire on Keeler Street in Pittsfield

Updated: Jun. 2, 2023 at 12:19 PM EDT
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By Liam Murphy and Ryan Trowbridge
Mutual aid was called in for a three-alarm fire Thursday night in Pittsfield.

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Woman seriously injured in Springfield stabbing

Updated: Jun. 2, 2023 at 12:18 PM EDT
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By Ryan Trowbridge
Police are investigating an early morning stabbing in Springfield.

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‘No More Violence’ rally fights to end gun violence in downtown Springfield

Updated: Jun. 1, 2023 at 10:52 PM EDT
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By Maria Wilson, Photojournalist: Andrew Evans and Abigail Murillo Villacorta
On Thursday, dozens dressed in orange and held signs on court square in downtown Springfield to speak out against gun violence in the city’s second annual “No More Violence” event ahead of National Gun Violence Awareness Day.

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Lightning arrester catches on fire causing power outage in Westfield

Updated: Jun. 1, 2023 at 9:18 PM EDT
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By Abigail Murillo Villacorta
On Thursday night, there was a power outage throughout Westfield due to a lightning arrester that caught on fire.

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Town by Town: Meet the Beekeeper event, ‘Brain Healthy Cooking for One’ presentation

Updated: Jun. 1, 2023 at 7:23 PM EDT
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By Raegan Loughrey, Abigail Murillo Villacorta, Photojournalist: Erik Rosario and Photojournalist: Jeremy Fair
Town by town is taking you to East Longmeadow and West Springfield.

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Getting Answers: Local animal shelters react to rising rates in dog euthanasia

Updated: Jun. 1, 2023 at 7:17 PM EDT
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By Olivia Hickey, Photojournalist: Marcos Figueroa and Abigail Murillo Villacorta
Animal shelters across the nation are in crisis as dog euthanasia rates are spiking largely due to a slowdown in people adopting pets.

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Chicopee Comp. High School to move graduation ceremony indoors

Updated: Jun. 1, 2023 at 5:04 PM EDT
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By Addie Patterson and Abigail Murillo Villacorta
On Thursday, Chicopee Comprehensive High School announced commencement ceremony will be moved indoors due to weather.

Consumer News

Top ways to tackle higher education costs

Updated: Jun. 1, 2023 at 4:38 PM EDT
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By Rachel DePompa
Investing in your child’s future by helping them pay for college can be daunting. Consumer Investigator Rachel DePompa talks to an expert from The College Investor who shares different ways you can help your child save up for an education.

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Getting Answers: 2 local wild animals test positive for rabies

Updated: Jun. 1, 2023 at 4:25 PM EDT
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By Olivia Hickey, Photojournalist: Marcos Figueroa and Ryan Trowbridge
Two wild animals in our area tested positive for rabies this week.

Getting Answers

Getting Answers: lifeguard shortage could impact local swimming areas

Updated: Jun. 1, 2023 at 4:09 PM EDT
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By Daniel Santiago
Swimming season is back and people across western Massachusetts are ready to enjoy the beaches and pools, but will there be enough lifeguards this year?

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Trulieve to close Northampton, 2 other Massachusetts dispensaries

Updated: Jun. 1, 2023 at 3:40 PM EDT
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By Tessa Kielbasa and Ryan Trowbridge
Trulieve said three of their Massachusetts dispensaries will close this month.

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Thursday marked 12 year anniversary of EF-3 tornado that tore through several communities

Updated: Jun. 1, 2023 at 3:33 PM EDT
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By Kristin Burnell, Photojournalist: Kevin Culverhouse and Ryan Trowbridge
Thursday marked 12 years since an EF-3 tornado ripped through western Massachusetts from Westfield to Charlton.

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Psychic medium Matt Fraser returning to MGM Springfield

Updated: Jun. 1, 2023 at 3:24 PM EDT
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By Matt Price, Photojournalist: Rich Crane and David Winstrom
A popular event is coming back to MGM Springfield: live readings with psychic medium Matt Fraser.

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Preparations underway for upcoming Hooplandia tournament

Updated: Jun. 1, 2023 at 3:14 PM EDT
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By Raegan Loughrey, Ryan Trowbridge and Photojournalist: Jeremy Fair
The Eastern States Exposition team has been working overtime to bring participants and fans an event they won’t forget.

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Springfield Police: 3 people arrested following traffic stop

Updated: Jun. 1, 2023 at 2:58 PM EDT
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By Ryan Trowbridge
Three people were arrested following a traffic stop in Springfield.

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Suspect arrested in connection with East Longmeadow home invasion

Updated: Jun. 1, 2023 at 2:33 PM EDT
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By Ryan Trowbridge
One person has been arrested in connection with a weekend home invasion in East Longmeadow.

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3 people displaced following fire on Clough Street in Springfield

Updated: Jun. 1, 2023 at 2:12 PM EDT
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By Ryan Trowbridge
Firefighters have been able to extinguish a fire at a Springfield home.

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Tractor-trailer fire causing delays along I-91 south in Holyoke

Updated: Jun. 1, 2023 at 11:53 AM EDT
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By Mike Agogliati and Ryan Trowbridge
A tractor-trailer fire closed a portion of I-91 south in Holyoke Thursday morning.

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Monson Police investigating recent string of car break-ins

Updated: Jun. 1, 2023 at 11:46 AM EDT
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By Liam Murphy and Ryan Trowbridge
Police in Monson are warning residents to lock their cars after a recent string of car break-ins.

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Crews battle porch fire on Firglad Avenue in Springfield

Updated: Jun. 1, 2023 at 9:14 AM EDT
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By Liam Murphy and Ryan Trowbridge
Crews responded to reports of a porch fire on Firglade Avenue in Springfield late Wednesday night.

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State lawmakers consider bill that could bring back ‘happy hour’

Updated: Jun. 1, 2023 at 8:59 AM EDT
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By Maria Wilson, Photojournalist: Marcos Figueroa and Abigail Murillo Villacorta
There’s a push from local lawmakers to bring happy hour back to Massachusetts, something prohibited in our state since 1984.

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Town by Town: Liberty Street paving, reading to ‘Sunny the Dog’, student awarded with a new Hyundai

Updated: May. 31, 2023 at 10:09 PM EDT
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By Raegan Loughrey, Abigail Murillo Villacorta, Photojournalist: Erik Rosario and Photojournalist: Marcos Figueroa
Town by town is taking you to Springfield, Northampton, and Holyoke.

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Getting Answers: Local communities seek new vendor for ValleyBike Share program this summer

Updated: May. 31, 2023 at 7:43 PM EDT
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By Daniel Santiago, Photojournalist: Erik Rosario and Abigail Murillo Villacorta
With warmer weather settling in, bicycles are a popular mode of transportation. Many western Mass. communities have enjoyed being part of the ValleyBike Share program. But this year the bikes are on hold.

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Sixteen Acres Garden Center in Springfield helping refugee family from Ukraine

Updated: May. 31, 2023 at 7:15 PM EDT
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By Amanda Callahan, Photojournalist: Erik Rosario and Jessica Michalski
The United States continues to render aid to the war torn country of Ukraine as Russia’s invasion surpassed the one year mark in February.

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Springfield crews respond to a car fire on Belmont Avenue

Updated: May. 31, 2023 at 6:22 PM EDT
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By Abigail Murillo Villacorta
Firefighters are responding to a vehicle fire on Belmont Avenue in Springfield Wednesday afternoon.

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Springfield Police urge safety following deadly shootings across the country on graduation season

Updated: May. 31, 2023 at 5:45 PM EDT
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By Kristin Burnell, Photojournalist: Jeremy Fair and Abigail Murillo Villacorta
With the last day of May coming to an end, graduation season is in full swing. Springfield Police and the city’s school district urge kids to celebrate responsibly. This as there has been a handful of deadly shootings at graduation parties across the country this month.

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Getting Answers: Thousands expected to lose health coverage after changes in MassHealth program

Updated: May. 31, 2023 at 5:11 PM EDT
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By Kristin Burnell, Photojournalist: Jeremy Fair and Abigail Murillo Villacorta
Hundreds of thousands of people in Massachusetts could soon lose their health insurance coverage. This after a federal pandemic-era policy has ended, now reopening the annual review of eligibility for MassHealth, the state’s public health insurance program.
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