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Massachusetts real estate transactions for Hampden, Hampshire and Franklin counties May 5, 2024 edition
444 Shoemaker MA LLC, to LTM Realty LLC, Shoemaker Lane, Par A, $75,000. Fred U. Sisson Jr., and Theresa R. Sisson to Philemon Kosgei and Hellen J. Kipsang, 84 Norris St., $325,000. If you purchase a product or register for an account through a link on our site, we may...
Inside the Springfield school boss hiring stalemate: 13 answers
SPRINGFIELD – The search for a new school superintendent has become a hotbed of political controversy over the past two months. A superintendent search is typically a staid process done the same way by nearly every district in the state. But in Springfield, some community members, including an activist group, Pioneer Valley Project, called for it to be conducted by an independent agency. Since then, they have argued the process lacks transparency and community input, is hopelessly flawed and should be restarted.
Multiple houses struck during drive-by shooting in Enfield
Multiple houses were struck during a drive-by shooting in Enfield on Sunday morning. Officers were called to Lincoln Street around 5:30 a.m. for a report of a shooting in the area. Investigators said there was gunfire between someone in a passing vehicle and residents in the area. The person in...
Agawam officials warn of cat’s positive rabies diagnosis
AGAWAM, MA (WGGB/WSHM) - The town of Agawam is warning residents about a rabid animal. On Tuesday, a cat nicknamed “Mr. Kitty” tested positive for rabies. It’s a white and tan Siamese cat that lived in the area of King Street. If you or someone you know...
Rehabilitated graduates honored at Springfield Rescue Mission ceremony
SPRINGFIELD — For the graduates of Springfield Rescue Mission’s Men’s New Life Rehabilitation Program, their journey could be likened to an automotive overhaul. “What these men have gone through is basically a spiritual tuneup,” said Kevin Ramsdell, executive director and CEO of Springfield Rescue Mission. “Just like a tuneup of their vehicle, we first had to get out the jumper cables and give them a jump start. As they started to run again, they needed a recharge of their battery, or even a battery replacement ... they needed a restart.”
Springfield Public Schools hosts family expo
SPRINGFIELD, Mass. (WGGB/WSHM) - The Springfield Public Schools hosted the 2nd annual Family Expo on Saturday. That event, which was held at the MassMutual Center, began around 10 a.m. and wrapped up at 2 p.m. Western Mass News spoke with Jose Escribano, the Springfield Public Schools Chief of Family and...
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