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Authorities are investigating after a possible bomb threat was called into a Longmeadow...

Big Y celebrates 90 years of business in western Mass.

Updated: 10 hours ago
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By Hanna Guidry and Mark Gardyna
Big Y Supermarkets marked its 90th anniversary on Thursday with a ceremony

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Springfield, MA City Hall

Springfield opens applications for home lead removal

Updated: 10 hours ago
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By Hanna Guidry and Mark Gardyna
The city is rolling out new money to help get lead out of homes and protect young children from poisoning.

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Turn your love of the outdoors into a summer job

Mass. introduces grants to boost teen employment

Updated: 10 hours ago
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By Hanna Guidry and Mark Gardyna
More than $400,000 dollars is going into summer jobs for young people across the Commonwealth.

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Windsor Locks’ fiscal budget heads to the ballot box for a sixth time

Updated: 11 hours ago
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By Amanda Martin-Ryan and Mark Gardyna
Frustration is mounting across the state line as one town struggles to settle spending cuts.

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school zone sign in Springfield

Mass. lawmakers debate bill amendment to add traffic cameras to school zones

Updated: 12 hours ago
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By Addie Patterson and Mark Gardyna
The amendment is part of a broader traffic camera bill

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Forman Mills at Springfield Plaza

Forman Mills looks for job seekers ahead of opening Springfield store

Updated: 15 hours ago
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By Hanna Guidry and Mark Gardyna
A new retail store is opening in Springfield, and you could be on the opening team.

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Eversource teamed up with the Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Fame to install the state’s...

Some utility customers to pay higher electric rates starting in August

Updated: 16 hours ago
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By Patrick Fergus and Mark Gardyna
Eversource said they blame global energy volatility and high wholesale costs for the increase.

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PHOTO: Glass of milk, Photo Date: 11/16/2016

Mass. dairy farm fights to stay alive in a changing milk market

Updated: 16 hours ago
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By Colleen Hill and Mark Gardyna
A local dairy farm said a big change from its milk co-op is threatening their livelihood and a tradition that goes back generations.

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This rendering of the proposed Roderick Ireland Regional Justice Center in Springfield depicts...

Healey reacts to Springfield courthouse controversy, defends $300M in taxpayer savings

Updated: 16 hours ago
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By Raegan Loughrey and Ryan Trowbridge
Gov. Healey said the deal saves taxpayers $300 million and that legal challenges following bid awards are routine.

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The Mamou celebrates 1 year in Springfield

The Mamou celebrates one year of keeping Springfield’s Cajun legacy alive

Updated: 16 hours ago
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By David Germain and Mark Gardyna
This anniversary isn’t just about business — it’s about a promise made to a local legend.
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Governor Maura Healey and Congressman Richard Neal joining Springfield and MBTA leaders...

Healey, Neal celebrate union workforce at Springfield railcar manufacturer

Updated: 17 hours ago
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By Samantha O'Connor and Ryan Trowbridge
Governor Maura Healey and Congressman Richard Neal joining Springfield and MBTA leaders Thursday to check out the new assembly of Red Line cars made at the CRRC facility on Page Boulevard.

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Noonan Energy tanker truck

Middle eastern conflicts send home heating oil prices soaring ahead of colder months

Updated: 17 hours ago
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By Patrick Fergus and Mark Gardyna
It may be the middle of summer, but preparing for winter right now could save you hundreds of dollars.

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Daycare arrest

Childcare deserts: the high cost of early education for parents and daycares

Updated: 17 hours ago
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By Sloane Wick and Mark Gardyna
If you’re trying to find childcare in Massachusetts, you’re not alone

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Two separate car accidents were reported along Page Boulevard in Springfield Thursday morning.

2 crashes reported on Page Boulevard Thursday morning

Updated: 19 hours ago
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By Samantha O'Connor and Ryan Trowbridge
Two separate car accidents were reported along Page Boulevard in Springfield Thursday morning.

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Lindsay Clancy attends her murder trial at Plymouth Superior Court in Plymouth, Mass., on...

After Lindsay Clancy killed her 3 children, first responders tell a jury what they found

Updated: 20 hours ago
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By The Associated Press
First responders offered jurors a firsthand account Thursday of what they found after Lindsay Clancy killed her three children and tried to end her life

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MassMutual Center in Springfield, MA

State commits $93M to upgrade MassMutual Center as Thunderbirds agree to 5-year extension

Updated: 21 hours ago
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By Ryan Trowbridge and Raegan Loughrey
The Massachusetts Convention Center Authority is expected to announce significant investments in the facility.

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West Springfield police are asking for the public’s help locating an 82-year-old man with...

West Springfield Police locate missing 82-year-old man

Updated: Jul. 30, 2026 at 8:31 AM EDT
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By David Germain and Ryan Trowbridge
An 82-year-old man with dementia, whom West Springfield Police said was missing, has been found.

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Road closure in Belchertown for repairs moved to Friday

Updated: Jul. 29, 2026 at 10:43 PM EDT
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By Robin Stockler and Mark Gardyna
Of course, the weather did not permit.

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Easthampton fallen tree

Emergency crews respond to tree down in Easthampton

Updated: Jul. 29, 2026 at 10:13 PM EDT
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By Hanna Guidry and Mark Gardyna
Throughout Wednesday, our newsroom received reports of multiple trees down that have either blocked roads or knocked out power.

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Food bank leaders across Texas gathered Wednesday to break down the state of SNAP benefits,...

Mass. to add new security measures to SNAP benefit cards

Updated: Jul. 29, 2026 at 9:51 PM EDT
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By Hanna Guidry and Mark Gardyna
Governor Maura Healey said the new cards will make it harder for criminals to steal snap and other benefits

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Island Pond Rd-Allen St Springfield accident

Two car crash seen in Springfield’s East Forest Park

Updated: Jul. 29, 2026 at 9:31 PM EDT
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By Hanna Guidry and Mark Gardyna
If you had to find a new route in Springfield on Wednesday night, we can now share why.

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John Barros, the interim executive director of the Massachusetts Convention Center Authority,...

Key figure in Springfield courthouse lawsuit steps down amid conflict of interest claims

Updated: Jul. 29, 2026 at 6:19 PM EDT
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By Raegan Loughrey and Ryan Trowbridge
John Barros, the interim executive director of the Massachusetts Convention Center Authority, has announced he is stepping down from the Liberty Junction project and cutting all financial ties to the team, effective immediately.

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Lake water ripples, Photo Date: 9/28/2019

Millions of gallons of sewage, stormwater flow into Connecticut River after heavy rain

Updated: Jul. 29, 2026 at 5:59 PM EDT
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By Patrick Fergus and Mark Gardyna
Two days of heavy rain have sent tens of millions of gallons of stormwater and sewage into the Connecticut River, according to Springfield Water and Sewer.

News

Belmont Ave police chase crash

New details released on multi-state police chase ending in a crash in Springfield

Updated: Jul. 29, 2026 at 5:21 PM EDT
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By Addie Patterson and Mark Gardyna
We now have new details on that multi-state police chase that ended in a crash in Springfield’s Forest Park neighborhood on Friday night.

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The Boston Bruins mascot, Blades, visited the South Hadley Public Library on Wednesday to help...

Bruins mascot visits South Hadley library for summer reading program

Updated: Jul. 29, 2026 at 4:08 PM EDT
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By Samantha O'Connor and Ryan Trowbridge
The Boston Bruins mascot, Blades, visited the South Hadley Public Library on Wednesday to help children wrap up their summer reading.

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Patrick Clancy reacts as images of himself and his children on vacation a month before they...

Lindsay Clancy’s ex-husband testifies about the day she killed their 3 children

Updated: Jul. 29, 2026 at 2:42 PM EDT
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By The Associated Press
Prosecutors say Clancy strangled the children — Cora, 5, Dawson, 3, and Callan, 8 months — on Jan. 24, 2023

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Springfield is saying goodbye to Ed Cohen, a community photographer who spent nearly half a...

Springfield remembers Ed Cohen, community photographer and city fixture

Updated: Jul. 29, 2026 at 2:18 PM EDT
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By David Germain and Ryan Trowbridge
Springfield is saying goodbye to Ed Cohen, a community photographer who spent nearly half a century documenting the city - from weddings and baby photos to everyday life.

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Pittsfield pharmacist charged with stealing drugs from national pharmacy chain

Updated: Jul. 29, 2026 at 2:07 PM EDT
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By Samantha O'Connor and Ryan Trowbridge
A Pittsfield pharmacist has been charged in a Boston federal court for allegedly diverting name-brand and generic Adderall from a national pharmacy chain.

News

A Springfield man with two outstanding warrants and a history of 90 adult arraignments was...

Police: Man with 90 arraignments assaulted officers during Springfield arrest

Updated: Jul. 29, 2026 at 1:26 PM EDT
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By Ryan Trowbridge
A Springfield man with two outstanding warrants and a history of 90 adult arraignments was arrested Tuesday morning after allegedly pulling a knife on officers during a violent struggle, police said.

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Westfield Police are warning people to stay off the new athletic complex at Westfield High...

Westfield police warn public to stay off new high school athletic complex

Updated: Jul. 29, 2026 at 11:20 AM EDT
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By Robin Stockler and Ryan Trowbridge
Westfield Police are warning people to stay off the new athletic complex at Westfield High School.

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Jose Diaz Pena was last seen near Holyoke Medical Center on Friday.

Chicopee Police looking for missing person

Updated: Jul. 29, 2026 at 11:02 AM EDT
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By Ryan Trowbridge
Police in Chicopee are looking for your help locating a missing person.

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Travelers moved steadily through Bradley International Airport as the Thanksgiving rush...

American Airlines outage delays flights at Bradley International Airport

Updated: Jul. 28, 2026 at 10:26 PM EDT
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By Addie Patterson and Amanda Martin-Ryan
American says the issue was resolved within the hour

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MassMutual lays off multiple jobs at Springfield office

Updated: Jul. 28, 2026 at 9:58 PM EDT
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By Hanna Guidry and Kayleigh Hunter-Gasperini
The positions are in its broker-dealer operations

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Officials hope to end former city councilor case before trial

Updated: Jul. 28, 2026 at 9:39 PM EDT
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By Hanna Guidry and Kayleigh Hunter-Gasperini
Tuesday, a public hearing was held to present a motion for summary decision

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The owners of the Thai Chili food truck are in need of the community's help after losing one...

Restrictions on food trucks delayed until November

Updated: Jul. 28, 2026 at 9:23 PM EDT
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By Hanna Guidry and Kayleigh Hunter-Gasperini
During Monday’s meeting, the council voted to pause the ordinance for the next 120 days

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Driver hospitalized after crashing into pole in Westfield

Driver hospitalized after crashing into pole in Westfield

Updated: Jul. 28, 2026 at 8:15 PM EDT
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By Kayleigh Hunter-Gasperini
One person was injured and in the hospital Tuesday after a crash

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Greenfield Police budget cuts impacts winter storm response

Body recovered from Connecticut River in Greenfield

Updated: Jul. 28, 2026 at 7:39 PM EDT
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By Kayleigh Hunter-Gasperini
Greenfield Police Chief Todd Dodge said the victim was a man in his 30s

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Springfield City Council meeting

Springfield City Council votes against outside review

Updated: Jul. 28, 2026 at 5:55 PM EDT
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By Addie Patterson and Kayleigh Hunter-Gasperini
Oyola‑Lopez’s attorney shared a statement with Western Mass News, calling Hurst’s allegations retaliatory

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Anthony Federline was charged on April 2, 2026 with first-degree sexual assault and risk of...

Stepfather of Enfield girl found dead sees case continued, advocates rally outside

Updated: Jul. 28, 2026 at 5:30 PM EDT
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By Katie Coen and Logan Perrone
The stepfather of a 12-year-old girl who was found dead in her home in Enfield was supposed to face a judge in Hartford Superior Court Tuesday.

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Officials call for action following string of crashes on Boston Road

Officials call for action following string of crashes on Boston Road

Updated: Jul. 28, 2026 at 4:21 PM EDT
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By Patrick Fergus and Kayleigh Hunter-Gasperini
State Representative Orlando Ramos released a statement on Tuesday morning

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New van service expands opportunities for seniors in Westfield

New van service expands opportunities for seniors in Westfield

Updated: Jul. 28, 2026 at 4:03 PM EDT
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By Ben Goodman and Kayleigh Hunter-Gasperini
In a partnership with the PVTA, Westfield’s council on aging is spearheading Noblelink

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Two people have been arrested after a search warrant at an Enfield home uncovered three...

Monkey, dozens of dogs, exotic birds found during raid at Enfield home

Updated: Jul. 28, 2026 at 3:40 PM EDT
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By Abigail Murillo Villacorta and Ryan Trowbridge
Two people have been arrested after a search warrant at an Enfield home uncovered three firearms, narcotics, and more than 50 animals

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

Big E announces 4 more acts ahead of opening day

Updated: Jul. 28, 2026 at 3:27 PM EDT
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By Samantha O'Connor
All concerts come free with the price of admission to the fair

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Springfield Mayor Domenic Sarno and Superintendent Daniel Warwick announced Friday that they...

Upcoming meeting to discuss plans for new school in Springfield

Updated: Jul. 28, 2026 at 3:12 PM EDT
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By Colleen Hill
If interested, you can ask questions and give your input at the Brightwood Library

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Panera plans to move headquarters from St. Louis area to Boston suburb, internal memo shows

Updated: Jul. 28, 2026 at 3:08 PM EDT
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By David Amelotti
Panera will be moving its headquarters to the metro Boston area next year, an internal memo shows.

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The Red Cross urges donors to schedule appointments after their supply dropped nearly 25%

American Red Cross warns of ‘blood crisis’

Updated: Jul. 28, 2026 at 2:39 PM EDT
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By David Germain and Kayleigh Hunter-Gasperini
Their biggest need is for type O blood which is universally used for trauma patients and accidents

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The stands outside Gillette Stadium were packed on Tuesday as training camp continued to kick...

New England Patriots training camp heats up at Gillette

Updated: Jul. 28, 2026 at 2:23 PM EDT
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By Tyler Beraldi
“Bringing AJ in, that’s somebody I always thought was one of the best players in the league."

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‘Remarkable storyteller’: Springfield remembers photographer Ed Cohen

Updated: Jul. 28, 2026 at 2:10 PM EDT
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By Samantha O'Connor and Ryan Trowbridge
Springfield Mayor Domenic Sarno has announced the passing of community photographer Ed Cohen, who captured some of the city’s biggest moments.

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Personal safety concerns have surfaced following the deadly shooting at the Holyoke Mall on...

Holyoke Mall works to clear asbestos from food court

Updated: Jul. 28, 2026 at 1:38 PM EDT
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By Ben Goodman and Kayleigh Hunter-Gasperini
The MassDEP confirmed that work is taking place in the lower-level food court restaurant area through Aug. 21

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Massachusetts Governor Maura Healey signed a new law Tuesday that will establish care benefits...

Healey signs Dakota’s Law, extending care benefits to retired K-9s

Updated: Jul. 28, 2026 at 12:10 PM EDT
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By Samantha O'Connor and Ryan Trowbridge
Massachusetts Governor Maura Healey signed a new law Tuesday that will establish care benefits for retired police and military K-9s.
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