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Suspect charged

After state trooper is hospitalized during traffic stop, how can and do police stay safe

Updated: 7 hours ago
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By Olivia Hickey and Ty Coney
After a traffic stop ended with one state trooper sent to the hospital, we took a look at a local police department’s policies and procedures for when an officer pulls someone over.

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A fire broke out in a research lab on the campus of UMass Amherst just before noon on Friday.

Crews respond to fire at UMass Amherst lab building

Updated: 10 hours ago
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By Daniel Santiago, Photojournalist: John O'Donoghue and Ryan Trowbridge
A fire broke out in a research lab on the campus of UMass Amherst just before noon on Friday.

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One person is in custody after a trooper was struck on I-91 in Holyoke.

Suspect in custody after trooper struck along I-91 north in Holyoke

Updated: 10 hours ago
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By Maria Wilson, Photojournalist: Marcos Figueroa, Ty Coney and Ryan Trowbridge
One person is in custody after a trooper was struck on I-91 in Holyoke.

Getting Answers

Advancements in local anesthesia helping heart surgery patients

Advancements in local anesthesia helping heart surgery patients

Updated: 11 hours ago
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By Olivia Hickey, Photojournalist: Kevin Culverhouse and Ryan Trowbridge
Heart issues, like AFib, impact many people, but now a medical breakthrough with a common medical procedure is making news locally.

News

The Connecticut River is looking nicer after some much-needed clean-up by Eversource volunteer...

Eversource volunteer crews help clean-up Connecticut River

Updated: 12 hours ago
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By Wesley Days and Ryan Trowbridge
The Connecticut River is looking nicer after some much-needed clean-up by Eversource volunteer crews.

News

Killer Queen to perform at MGM Springfield’s Aria Ballroom

Killer Queen to perform at MGM Springfield’s Aria Ballroom

Updated: 12 hours ago
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By Raegan Loughrey and Ryan Trowbridge
Killer Queen, a tribute band to the world-famous Queen, is making a long-awaited return to MGM Springfield this weekend.

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There was a big step forward for the East-West rail project on Friday.

Over $100 million in funding announced for East-West rail project

Updated: 14 hours ago
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By Matt Price, Photojournalist: Rich Crane and Ryan Trowbridge
Governor Maura Healey was back in western Massachusetts on Friday and joined Congressman Richard Neal and others in Springfield to announce new funding for the East-West rail project.

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Two New York men are facing several charges after investigators said they tried to steal...

2 men suspected in ‘organized retail crime spree’ arrested in Holyoke

Updated: 14 hours ago
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By Ryan Trowbridge
Two New York men are facing several charges after investigators said they tried to steal thousands of dollars of merchandise from a Holyoke supermarket.

Big E

New Hampshire Day at The Big E

New Hampshire Day celebrated at The Big E

Updated: 14 hours ago
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By Abbey Carnivale, Photojournalist: Erik Rosario and Ryan Trowbridge
Friday was a great day to celebrate the Granite State.

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MGM Springfield held a job fair on Tuesday evening at the Rebecca Johnson School on Catharine...

MGM Springfield hosts community job fair, looks to hire 200 people

Updated: 16 hours ago
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By Photojournalist: Anthony Garuti, Addie Patterson and Abigail Murillo Villacorta
MGM Springfield held a job fair on Tuesday evening at the Rebecca Johnson School on Catharine Street.
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Suspect arrested in Puerto Rico in connection with Holyoke homicide

Updated: 16 hours ago
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By Ryan Trowbridge
A suspect is under arrest after a homicide this summer in Holyoke.

Local

East Longmeadow meets about new high school plans after smoke delays school day

Updated: Sep. 21, 2023 at 9:38 PM EDT
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By Maria Wilson, Photojournalist: Marcos Figueroa and Ty Coney
“This is going to affect a lot of fixed-income seniors who have no disposable income left,” said another East Longmeadow resident.

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Local woman helping get diapers to families in need

Updated: Sep. 21, 2023 at 6:15 PM EDT
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By Addie Patterson and Ryan Trowbridge
It’s Diaper Needs Awareness Week and one local resident is holding a donation drive to help mothers and families across western Massachusetts.

Local

SAG-AFTRA strike held in Northampton as negotiations continue

Updated: Sep. 21, 2023 at 5:51 PM EDT
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By Maria Wilson, Photojournalist: Marcos Figueroa and Ty Coney
This isn’t just a “Hollywood” issue, local SAG-AFTRA members are here in Northampton joining in the fight.

Local

Two illegal firearms, multiple types of drugs seized from a suspect out on bail

Updated: Sep. 21, 2023 at 5:37 PM EDT
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By Ty Coney
For the past several months, Springfield Police FIU detectives have been conducting an illegal firearms investigation with Ethan Fitzgerald as a suspect.

Local

COVID-19 cases climb in Springfield as the fall season approaches

Updated: Sep. 21, 2023 at 5:08 PM EDT
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By Olivia Hickey, Photojournalist: John O'Donoghue and Ty Coney
It’s on many people’s minds around western Mass.

Local

Town by Town: Elks Lodge Fundraiser, School Award, Block Party

Updated: Sep. 21, 2023 at 4:33 PM EDT
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By Addie Patterson, Photojournalist: Matt Lafreniere and Ty Coney
Town by Town is taking you to Northampton, Springfield, and Amherst.

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Trial underway for man accused in 2020 Springfield kidnapping

Updated: Sep. 21, 2023 at 4:12 PM EDT
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By Daniel Santiago, Photojournalist: Kevin Culverhouse and Ryan Trowbridge
The trial is underway for the man accused of kidnapping and raping an 11-year-old girl in Springfield in January 2020.

News

Massachusetts bans purchase of single-use plastic bottles by state agencies

Updated: Sep. 21, 2023 at 3:58 PM EDT
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By Olivia Hickey, Ryan Trowbridge and The Associated Press
Gov. Maura Healey signed an executive order Thursday that she says will make Massachusetts the first state to ban the purchase of single-use plastic bottles by state agencies.

News

Gov. Healey helps celebrate Massachusetts Day at The Big E

Updated: Sep. 21, 2023 at 3:28 PM EDT
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By Matt Price, Photojournalist: Rich Crane and Ryan Trowbridge
Thursday was about one state and one state only at The Big E.

Big E

Massachusetts building highlights some of the best of the Bay State

Updated: Sep. 21, 2023 at 2:59 PM EDT
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By Wesley Days, Photojournalist: Erik Rosario and Ryan Trowbridge
Take an inside look at some of what’s being offered inside the Massachusetts building throughout The Big E.

News

Crews respond to school bus crash on New Ludlow Road in Granby

Updated: Sep. 21, 2023 at 12:45 PM EDT
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By Ryan Trowbridge and Mike Agogliati
Police and fire crews responded to a school bus crash in Granby Thursday morning.

News

Police investigating threat made against Mahar Regional School District

Updated: Sep. 21, 2023 at 12:20 PM EDT
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By Ryan Trowbridge
Police are investigating a threat made against the Ralph C. Mahar Regional School District.

Getting Answers

DESE approves updates to state’s health and physical education curriculum

Updated: Sep. 21, 2023 at 11:26 AM EDT
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By Olivia Hickey and Ryan Trowbridge
Western Mass News is getting answers after Governor Maura Healy’s framework for an updated health and physical education curriculum at Massachusetts public school students was unanimously approved this week.

News

State senator reacts to recent cluster of COVID-19 cases at Holyoke Veterans’ Home

Updated: Sep. 21, 2023 at 11:15 AM EDT
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By Maria Wilson, Photojournalist: Marcos Figueroa and Ryan Trowbridge
In the spring of 2020, a coronavirus outbreak at the Holyoke Veterans’ Home claimed the lives of 84 veterans.

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1 person injured in two-car crash in Springfield

Updated: Sep. 21, 2023 at 10:24 AM EDT
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By Samantha Galicki and Ryan Trowbridge
One person was taken to the hospital after a two-car crash in Springfield Wednesday night.

News

Crews battle car fire on Boston Road in Springfield

Updated: Sep. 21, 2023 at 10:19 AM EDT
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By Samantha Galicki and Ryan Trowbridge
Crews responded to a car fire on Boston Road in Springfield on Wednesday.

News

Fire on Fairmount Street in Springfield under investigation

Updated: Sep. 21, 2023 at 10:15 AM EDT
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By Samantha Galicki and Ryan Trowbridge
The Springfield Fire Department responded to Fairmount Street for car fire around 3:30 a.m. Thursday.

News

I-91 north reopen after overnight crash near Longmeadow

Updated: Sep. 21, 2023 at 10:10 AM EDT
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By Samantha Galicki and Ryan Trowbridge
All lanes of I-91 north were closed early Thursday morning as crews were on-scene for a car crash at the state line.

Local

Emergency SOS phone feature potentially leading to 911 misdials at The Big E

Updated: Sep. 20, 2023 at 10:39 PM EDT
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By Daniel Santiago, Photojournalist: Matt Lafreniere and Ty Coney
Since opening day, the West Springfield police department hasn’t stopped receiving 911 calls, all misdialed.

Local

Walker raises money for Shriners Children’s Hospital by walking over 160 miles

Updated: Sep. 20, 2023 at 10:33 PM EDT
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By Abbey Carnivale, Photojournalist: John O'Donoghue and Ty Coney
After ten years of walking and raising money for Shriners Children's Hospital, Eric Morabito is on the final leg of his journey.

Local

Town by Town: LEGO Challenge, Latinx Day at College, Pink Scarf donations

Updated: Sep. 20, 2023 at 4:57 PM EDT
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By Addie Patterson, Abigail Murillo Villacorta, Ty Coney, Photojournalist: John O'Donoghue and Photojournalist: Kevin Culverhouse
Town by Town is taking you to Ludlow, Holyoke, and Longmeadow.

Surprise Squad

Surprise Squad honors Westfield elementary school teacher

Updated: Sep. 20, 2023 at 4:30 PM EDT
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By David Horwitz, Photojournalist: Erik Rosario, Amanda Callahan, Photojournalist: Chris Tannen and Ryan Trowbridge
As summer break comes to an end and classes head back into session, one teacher at Highland Elementary School in Westfield got the surprise of a lifetime.

Big E

Big crowds for Connecticut Day at The Big E could pose traffic troubles

Updated: Sep. 20, 2023 at 3:49 PM EDT
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By Daniel Santiago, Ryan Trowbridge and Photojournalist: Mat Lafreniere
Wednesday was day six at The Big E and is also Connecticut Day, which is typically one of the busiest days for the fair, and with big crowds comes heavy traffic.

News

‘Cluster’ of COVID-positive residents identified at Holyoke Veterans’ Home

Updated: Sep. 20, 2023 at 2:29 PM EDT
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By Ryan Trowbridge
State officials have identified what they are calling a “cluster” of COVID-19 cases at the Holyoke Veterans’ Home.

Big E

Connecticut Day celebrated at The Big E

Updated: Sep. 20, 2023 at 1:58 PM EDT
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By Amanda Callahan, Photojournalist: Erik Rosario and Ryan Trowbridge
Wednesday marked Connecticut Day at The Big E and we stopped by their state building to see what the Nutmeg State is offering this year

News

Longtime East Longmeadow business sold to its employees

Updated: Sep. 20, 2023 at 12:33 PM EDT
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By Matt Price, Photojournalist: Rich Crane and Ryan Trowbridge
A well-known pet and garden store in East Longmeadow has been under the same ownership since 1985, but as of this past summer, it has new owners: the employees themselves.

News

Police investigating early morning shooting in Chicopee

Updated: Sep. 20, 2023 at 10:25 AM EDT
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By Ryan Trowbridge
Authorities are investigating after an early morning shooting in Chicopee.

News

Police ramp up security measures following fights at Big E

Updated: Sep. 20, 2023 at 1:11 AM EDT
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By Maria Wilson, Photojournalist: Marcos Figueroa and Abigail Murillo Villacorta
We’re less than a week into the Big E and so far, police have already responded to two fights on the fairgrounds, the latest happening Sunday and leading to two arrests.

News

Springfield man faces up to life in prison for drug trafficking, possessing firearm

Updated: Sep. 19, 2023 at 10:46 PM EDT
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By Abigail Murillo Villacorta
A Springfield man has been indicted for trafficking drugs and possessing a firearm while furthering drug trafficking felonies.

News

Springfield woman charged with intent to distribute fentanyl

Updated: Sep. 19, 2023 at 10:11 PM EDT
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By Abigail Murillo Villacorta
A Springfield resident has been indicted for her involvement to distribute drugs.

News

2 arrested, after another fight breaks out at Big E opening weekend

Updated: Sep. 19, 2023 at 5:21 PM EDT
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By Maria Wilson, Photojournalist: Marcos Figueroa and Abigail Murillo Villacorta
Another fight caught on camera at the Big E over the weekend that led to two arrests.

News

‘This is critical’: Pharmacies plan to help those uninsured for newly approved booster vaccine

Updated: Sep. 19, 2023 at 5:08 PM EDT
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By Daniel Santiago, Photojournalist: Andrew Evans and Abigail Murillo Villacorta
As hospitals continue to see an uptick in COVID-19 cases, a new booster vaccine recently approved by the CDC, is starting to become available for everyone who qualifies. This will include those who may not have health insurance.

News

Chicopee Police locate missing 13-year-old

Updated: Sep. 19, 2023 at 4:54 PM EDT
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By Abigail Murillo Villacorta
Police in Chicopee seek the public’s help in locating a missing 13-year-old.

News

Town by Town: Willie Ross School unveils audiology services, car seat installation event

Updated: Sep. 19, 2023 at 4:31 PM EDT
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By Addie Patterson, Abigail Murillo Villacorta, Photojournalist: Marcos Figueroa and Photojournalist: Andrew Evans
Town by town is taking you to Springfield and Longmeadow.

News

Hyundai Salute to Heroes honors Chicopee woman with new Tucson

Updated: Sep. 19, 2023 at 4:30 PM EDT
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By Abbey Carnivale, Photojournalist: John O'Donoghue and Ryan Trowbridge
After a summer of submissions, the local Hyundai dealer’s ‘Salute to Heroes’ initiative came to an end with a special surprise on Tuesday.

News

Getting Answers: Concerns rise over growing cases of West Nile virus, EEE in Mass.

Updated: Sep. 19, 2023 at 4:11 PM EDT
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By Raegan Loughrey, Photojournalist: Kevin Culverhouse and Abigail Murillo Villacorta
Cases of eastern equine encephalitis and West Nile viruses have been detected in mosquitoes in Massachusetts, prompting officials to raise the risk level in some communities, across the state.

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Springfield high schoolers get answers on college application process

Updated: Sep. 19, 2023 at 3:49 PM EDT
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By Matt Price, Photojournalist: Rich Crane and Ryan Trowbridge
While it is still the start of the school year for many high school seniors in our area, many are already looking ahead to college.

News

Delays expected amid rollout of updated COVID-19 booster shot

Updated: Sep. 19, 2023 at 3:37 PM EDT
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By Daniel Santiago, Photojournalist: Andrew Evans and Ryan Trowbridge
The rollout of these vaccines started as soon as it was approved, but still, patients looking to get it may be experiencing delays or even cancellations in their appointments.

News

Repairs continue on water main break that impacted Springfield, neighboring communities

Updated: Sep. 19, 2023 at 3:07 PM EDT
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By Raegan Loughrey, Photojournalist: Kevin Culverhouse and Ryan Trowbridge
It’s been one week since a large water main break impacted much of the city of Springfield and surrounding areas.
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