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Springfield celebrates Veterans Day with parade

SPRINGFIELD, Mass. (WWLP) – The city of Springfield held its annual Veterans Day Parade on Tuesday, bringing residents, veterans, and local leaders together to honor those who have served in the U.S. Armed Forces. The procession featured community groups, youth organizations, musical performers, and city officials. Spectators lined the...

Springfield, MA · 1d

We Are Berkshires

Berkshire Residents Can Bring Their Waste To Cheshire For One Day Only This Week

Got hazardous waste lurking in the garage. Northern Berkshire's first Zero Waste Day takes it off your hands Nov. 14 in Cheshire, free, 9 to noon.

Cheshire, MA · 3d

thereminder.com

Chicopee City Council argues over school redistricting plan

CHICOPEE — The City Council meeting on Nov. 5 was tense as city councilors argued over an order to review redistricting the Chicopee Public Schools before eventually voting to hold a joint meeting with the School Committee to discuss the matter. A motion made by City Councilor Sam Shumsky...

Chicopee, MA · 3d

WWLP

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.

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We Are Berkshires

Opening Date Set For New Berkshire Wingstop Location In Pittsfield

Wingstop is bringing its wings and seasoned fries to 555 Hubbard Ave. in Pittsfield, the first in Berkshire County, with Google listing November 30th.

Pittsfield, MA · 1d

We Are Berkshires

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Lines Abound; Berkshire Auto Shops are Getting Busy

Berkshire auto shops are getting busy as it's snow tire switch out season.

Berkshire County, MA · 1d

iBerkshires.com

Berkshire County Recognizes Veterans With Parades & Ceremonies

NORTH ADAMS, Mass. — On a day set aside for recognizing local veterans, the city unveiled a new plaque that added or corrected the names of 169 who served during wartime. "We are ensuring that the men and women who stood up to serve receive the permanent, accurate recognition that they have earned," Veterans Agent Kurtis Durocher said to one of the largest crowds in years at Veterans Memorial Park. "Every single name on his wall represent a personal story, a family's devotion and an enduring legacy of service to our country."

Berkshire County, MA · 1d

hoodline.com

Agawam Council Narrowly Creates Housing Trust After Weeks of Pushback

Rosewood Way & Mill St. — Approximate Site of 62-Unit Housing Development. Agawam's City Council voted Wednesday to create a municipal affordable housing trust, a plan that squeaked through on the strength of six supporters on the 11-member board after public skepticism about handing new powers to an unelected panel. The vote followed discussion over whether the city needs another mechanism to steer affordable housing — or whether it's inviting bureaucracy and political interference it doesn't need.

Agawam, MA · 2d

WWLP

Amherst residents connect with school superintendent, town leaders over coffee

Amherst residents had an opportunity to connect with local leaders Monday evening during a community coffee gathering at the new Amethyst Brook Elementary School.

Amherst, MA · 3d

westernmassnews.com

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.

WWLP

Free All-American burgers for veterans at Friendly’s

Friendly's will offer veterans and active-duty service members a free All-American Burger entree this Wednesday.

Chicopee, MA · 2d

hampdenda.com

Mayflower Marathon Collection Drive Returns in Wilbraham

November 9, 2026 – Wilbraham, Massachusetts – The Hampden District Attorney’s Office is proud to once again partner with the Massachusetts State Police Detective Unit assigned to the DA’s Office for the annual Rock 102 Mayflower Marathon, continuing a longstanding tradition of giving back to the community through this beloved food drive benefiting Open Pantry Community Services.

Wilbraham, MA · 3d

WWLP

Campbell distinguishes public records question from legislative audit fight

Attorney General Andrea Campbell put daylight between a recently passed ballot question expanding the state's public records laws to lawmakers and the governor's office and a controversial legislative audit.

Agawam, MA · 1d

holyoke.org

More is happening in Holyoke than you think

This morning, we went over the data that the www.ExploreHolyoke.com website has been producing. I think there is an important story in these numbers, and it speaks to something I have been saying for a long time…there is a lot more happening in Holyoke than people sometimes give our community credit for.

Holyoke, MA · 3d

westernmassnews.com

Springfield schools expand Super Saturdays and Sundays Forum series

SPRINGFIELD, MA (WGGB/WSHM) - Springfield Superintendent Dr. Sonia Dinnall is expanding the Super Saturdays and Sundays Forum series for the school year. Families can ask questions, share ideas, and learn more about the district’s initiatives during the forums. The forums will be held through June at schools across the...

Springfield, MA · 3d

WWLP

Springfield courthouse project could generate thousands of jobs, $322M in labor income

Developers behind the proposed Springfield Regional Justice Center have released a new economic impact report outlining thousands of potential construction jobs and millions of dollars in local labor income, as opponents continue their legal efforts to stop the project.

NBC Connecticut

MDC considers rate hikes for sewer and water in Hartford County

Some Hartford County towns may face an increase in their water and sewer bills next year. That's because the Metropolitan District Commission, or MDC, is proposing rate hikes for next year that could impact customers, if approved. MDC serves hundreds of thousands of people in Hartford County, doing water and...

Hartford County, CT · 3d

takingthekids.com

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Changing Water Levels Can Reveal The Lost Roads Beneath This Massachusetts Lake

Four entire towns were cleared and then covered by water, and their old roads still show up when the water drops. Yes, real roads with real stone walls beside them. The last residents had to leave by April 1, 1938. Weeks later, the towns officially stopped existing. Then the valley...

Massachusetts · 4d

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Berkshire Residents Can Bring Their Waste To Cheshire For One Day Only This Week

Got hazardous waste lurking in the garage. Northern Berkshire's first Zero Waste Day takes it off your hands Nov. 14 in Cheshire, free, 9 to noon.

Cheshire, MA · 3d

WWLP 22News

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...