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New Walmart Supercenter proposal set for Holyoke public hearing

The Holyoke Planning Board is holding a public hearing a proposal for a new Walmart Supercenter.

Holyoke, MA · 1d

WWLP

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Trial begins for man linked to deadly Holyoke bus shooting

Jurors heard opening statements Monday in the trial of a Holyoke man charged in a 2023 shooting that killed an unborn child and injured the pregnant mother aboard a PVTA bus.

Holyoke, MA · 2d

Daily Voice

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Holyoke Medical Center Names New Chief Of Hospital Medicine

Dr. Krishna Kafle has joined Holyoke Medical Center as chief of hospital medicine after a decade of practice at Baystate Medical Center. Kafle is board-certified in internal medicine and held a unit medical director position at Baystate for more than six years. He earned his medical degree at Nepal’…

Holyoke, MA · 2d

vineyardgazette.com

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Girls Soccer Falls to Ludlow in Playoff Opener

The Martha’s Vineyard Regional High School girls soccer season came to an end after losing to Ludlow High School 2-0 on Saturday during the first game of the Massachusetts Interscholastic Athletic Association division three playoffs. The game on Saturday was tied 0-0 at the half. Ludlow managed to score...

Ludlow, MA · 2d
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iheart.com

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Springfield Mayor, Police Superintendent Support Banning Controversial Kiosks

Springfield Mayor Dom Sarno says the administration will file an ordinance with the city council that will ban the installation and use of so called "virtual currency kiosks" within the city. Mayor Domenic J. Sarno states, “It has come to my attention that a number of scams and criminal activity...

Springfield, MA · 1d

Boston

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Old traditions are on display at the New England Fiber Festival

WEST SPRINGFIELD — The New England Fiber Festival at the Eastern States Exposition wrapped up this past weekend highlighting a universal message for all attendees to “touch the fiber, touch the wool.”. This year’s festival featured 150 exhibitors, including farmers working some of the last remaining agricultural lands...

West Springfield, MA · 6h

WWLP

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Historic Springfield church sees restoration progress after tornado damage

Springfield city officials are scheduled to provide an update on the $2.6 million restoration and stabilization project for the historic Old First Church that was damaged in the 2011 tornado.

Springfield, MA · 1d

high-profile.com

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Gloster Named Business and HR Administrator

Springfield, MA — Dietz & Company Architects, Inc. has announced that Nicole Gloster has joined the firm as business/human resources administrator. In this newly created role, Gloster will oversee human resources and employee development and engagement as well as coordinating administrative and business operations. The creation of this role reflects the continued growth and evolution of Dietz.

Springfield, MA · 2d

WWLP 22News

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Westfield Gas + Electric raises supply charges for winter season

WESTFIELD, Mass. (WWLP) – Westfield Gas + Electric implemented its annual winter gas rate change on November 1, with supply charges running higher than last winter due to impacts on the energy market. In a news release sent to 22News, Westfield Gas + Electric stated that despite the increased...

Westfield, MA · 2d

westernmassnews.com

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Project could limit Main Street parking in Monson

MONSON, Mass. (WGGB/WSHM) - A meeting in Monson Tuesday night is aiming to inform the public about a state plan to rebuild Main Street and nearly a third of the street’s parking could disappear. The $17 million project aims to make downtown safer and more accessible, but some say...

Monson, MA · 1d

eastwindsorchamber.com

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Winterfest is Coming and Decorators Wanted!!

Connecticut Trolley Museum announces “Winterfest is coming and decorating has begun!”. Roger and a couple of helpers are spending the weekend decorating our operating fleet, including the famous “Electric Sleigh”!. If you’re interested in helping out with some decorating this month, reach out to our volunteer coordinator,...

East Windsor, CT · 1d

wamc.org

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News that’s fit to knit: Fiber Festival of New England returns to western Mass.

— If you own a pair of sewing needles, shear sheep or just like to amass fabrics you’ll never use – there was a place for you in West Side this past weekend. The product of the Eastern States Exposition partnering with the New England Sheep and Wool Growers Association, the Fiber Festival of New England filled the Mallary Complex at the ESE fairgrounds – complete with over a hundred vendors, a couple thousand attendees and a few alpacas.

West Springfield, MA · 2d

WWLP 22News

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Liberty Junction hosts community meeting on new regional justice center

SPRINGFIELD, Mass. (WWLP) – Liberty Junction is hosting its second community conversation regarding the proposed Springfield Regional Justice Center on Tuesday. The meeting brings together area residents, local businesses, neighborhood leaders, and community organizations to discuss workforce development and local economic opportunities associated with the new courthouse development. The...

Springfield, MA · 1d

westernmassnews.com

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New vision introduced for historic Alden Church

SPRINGFIELD, Mass. (WGGB/WSHM) - Three friends in Springfield are bringing new life to the historic Alden Baptist Church. Amarico McKenzie, Shawn Kennedy and Tishawn Gayle created the nonprofit Sons of Springfield and bought the church in May. They plan on preserving the building and transforming the space into a community hub.

Springfield, MA · 1d

hoodline.com

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Pete Holmes Brings Stand-Up Comedy Home to MGM Springfield Next March

Pete Holmes is heading back to Massachusetts for a night of stand-up comedy at MGM Springfield's ARIA Ballroom, with the Lexington native scheduled to take the stage on Saturday, March 20, 2027, at 8 p.m. Tickets for the show go on sale this Friday, November 13. According to MassLive, tickets...

Springfield, MA · 2d

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The Mass. cannabis industry was meant to help those hurt by the war on drugs. Many say it failed.

When Duane Harden opened up his cannabis delivery business three years ago, he was hopeful that the new venture would be a success — fueled by the legalization of recreational weed in Massachusetts in 2016. But three years later, the 55-year old Haverhill resident says he’s hardly turned a...

Massachusetts · 1d

westernmassnews.com

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Economic report details hundreds of jobs at new courthouse

SPRINGFIELD, Mass. (WGGB/WSHM) - A new study projects hundreds of jobs and millions of dollars in tax revenue from construction of the new Springfield Regional Justice Center. The Third Party Economic Impact Report was put together at the request of the project’s development and construction team. Researchers estimate the project will support about $9 million in local tax revenue and $17 million for the state.

Springfield, MA · 22h

westernmassnews.com

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Gray House seeks donations for annual Thanksgiving distribution

SPRINGFIELD, MA (WGGB/WSHM) -- The Gray House is seeking donations for its annual Thanksgiving distribution, which provides complete holiday meals to families in the greater Springfield area. The Springfield nonprofit provides a frozen turkey and side dishes to each household. Executive Director Isabella Brady-Prankus said about 850 households have participated...

Springfield, MA · 2d

hoodline.com

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Westfield Water Plant Gets $19M Loan Break as PCB Delays Loom Over 2028 Deadline

Ratepayers across the Springfield area are getting a break on the cost of a massive new water treatment plant, after the Massachusetts Clean Water Trust forgave $19 million of a $50 million loan tied to the project. The announcement, made Monday, covers the new West Parish Water Treatment Plant under construction at the Springfield Water and Sewer Commission's Westfield facility, a project with an estimated cost of $363.8 million that is scheduled to be complete in 2028.

Westfield, MA · 10h