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Massachusetts Seafood Lovers Head To This West Springfield Buffet At Dinner, When Crab Legs And Clams Join The Sushi Bar

Some people plan their whole week around one meal, and in West Springfield, that meal often starts after 3 p.m. That is when the buffet trays change, the seafood comes out, and crab legs and clams take their place near the sushi bar. Lunch has its fans, but dinner is...

West Springfield, MA · 1d

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VIDEO: Agawam family recounts terrifying moments aboard sinking riverboat in New Orleans

An Agawam family aboard a river cruise in New Orleans is sharing their firsthand account of a terrifying collision Friday afternoon, after a tanker struck their vessel, sending passengers swimming to safety as the riverboat began to sink.

New Orleans, LA · 1d

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FACT Force addresses Northampton budget challenges

As Northampton faces tough budget choices in the coming years, a community task force is working this fall to bring more residents into the decision-making process and give them a voice in setting the city’s financial priorities. Mayor Gina-Louise Sciarra recently established the Northampton Fiscal Assessment Community Task Force,...

Northampton, MA · 2d

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Suspect arrested in machete assault in Holyoke

HOLYOKE, MA — Holyoke police arrested a man Tuesday afternoon following a reported assault involving a machete. Officers responded to a disturbance near the intersection of Dwight Street and Maple Street at approximately 4:10 p.m. Tuesday after receiving a report of a subject with a machete attempting to assault another person.

Holyoke, MA · 2d

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Reading the Room: small bookstore charm

SPRINGFIELD, MA (WGGB/WSHM) - It’s time to unplug and exhale. Join Western Mass News as we slow things down with a cozy podcast all about books - what we’re reading, loving, and recommending. In this episode, Colleen sits down with Raven Used Books in Northampton to hear how...

Northampton, MA · 1d

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Seven Massachusetts nonprofits awarded $230K in grants to improve access to health care

Seven Massachusetts nonprofit organizations were recognized Friday in Easthampton after receiving a combined $230,000 in grant funding aimed at helping residents overcome barriers to health care and essential community services.

Easthampton, MA · 23h

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Holyoke’s Jacki Reardon honored with O’Connell Award

HOLYOKE, Mass. (WWLP) – The St. Patrick’s Committee of Holyoke has named this year’s recipient of the George E. O’Connell Award. Committee members gathered at Elks Lodge 902 in Holyoke for the annual announcement, recognizing a longtime member whose dedication and contributions have helped support the parade and the organization’s fundraising efforts.

Holyoke, MA · 2d

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Some voters in a Massachusetts city rejected a new school, but the city faces $1.87 million a year

Some site and project expenses fall outside the state's reimbursement rules.

Greenfield, MA · 1d

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South Hadley approves eight of 11 articles at Special Town Meeting

SOUTH HADLEY — The Nov. 9 special Town Meeting saw voting members gather at South Hadley High School, where the approved 8 out of 11 articles on the warrant. For Article 1, South Hadley Town Meeting members approved hearing a report from the Master Plan Implementation Committee. Town Meeting...

South Hadley, MA · 2d

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Friday the 13th: The history behind the infamous superstition

If you're feeling a little superstitious today, you're not alone.

Chicopee, MA · 1d

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Chicopee elementary school teacher to compete on ‘Wheel of Fortune’ next week

A Chicopee elementary school teacher is getting ready to spin the wheel and solve some puzzles as he prepares to make his national television debut on "Wheel of Fortune" next week.

Chicopee, MA · 23h

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Holyoke Pedestrian Suffers Life-Threatening Injuries in Morning Crash

An adult male was taken to a local hospital with life-threatening injuries after a vehicle struck him Wednesday morning at Northampton and South streets in Holyoke. According to MassLive, police were called to the crash at about 6:45 a.m. The driver remained at the scene. Brian Keenan said in a...

Holyoke, MA · 1d

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Westhampton man wins $500K lottery prize, plans to invest in roofing business

A Hampshire County man is celebrating a major lottery win after claiming a $500,000 top prize on a Massachusetts State Lottery scratch ticket.

Westhampton, MA · 22h

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Greenfield police search for suspects in Water Street shooting

Greenfield police are searching for two suspects involved in a firearm assault on Water Street Wednesday afternoon.

Greenfield, MA · 2d

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Meta Signs Sublime Cement Deal While Holyoke Plant Status Splits

Meta says it has signed a multi-year agreement with Somerville-based Sublime Systems to support at least 180,000 tons of lower-carbon cement production, with priority access to Sublime Cement for the company's data-center construction pipeline. The volume is large next to anything Sublime has poured so far, and it lands while...

Holyoke, MA · 1d

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After incident at Chicopee Schools Crossroads program, officials say there’s no threat

CHICOPEE, Mass. (WGGB/WSHM) - Chicopee officials said a student in a program for 18-to-22-year-olds got ‘very upset’ and had access to a drawer with a knife. That program shares a building with Fairview Elementary School. Police said they’ve looked into four incidents involving one student in the program...

Chicopee, MA · 2d

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3rd Annual Christmas on High Street in Holyoke

(Mass Appeal) – Get into the holiday spirit in Holyoke with Christmas on High Street, a free, family-friendly celebration featuring festive fun, a community toy drive, and two days of holiday events to bring joy to local families!. Joining us to now to tell us more is Jazmin Acevedo,...

Holyoke, MA · 1d

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Nor’easter brings rain and snow to western Massachusetts

CHICOPEE, Mass. (WWLP) - A nor'easter is expected to bring a cold, soggy mix of rain and snow to western Massachusetts. The 22News Storm Team is tracking the storm as it moves into the region Thursday, bringing widespread rain during the day before colder air arrives overnight. Rain is expected to mix with and change to snow in parts of Franklin County, Berkshire County and the western hills of Hampden and Hampshire counties after 9 p.m.

Franklin County, MA · 2d

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Amherst Brewing brings local flavor to Yankee Candle Village

Amherst Brewing has opened a taproom at Yankee Candle Village in South Deerfield, offering Massachusetts beers, ciders, wine and more.

Deerfield, MA · 2d