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Orange, MA

ORANGE, Mass. (WGGB/WSHM) - Crews in Orange responded to Tully Mountain late Saturday morning for reports of a lost hiker. The Orange Fire Department said that both on- and off-duty crews, as well as call force personnel, were working to locate the lost hiker using their UTV and ground crews.

Crews locate hiker lost on Tully Mountain in Orange

Chicopee, MA

CHICOPEE, MA. (WGGB/WSHM) - Local businesses stepped in and held a fundraiser to support Chicopee Officer Wilkes on Friday evening. Western Mass News spoke with Todd Philbrick of Leadfoot Brewing, and Chris Galindo of the Holyoke Police Department to explain how the fundraiser came to be. “Leadfoot is a Chicopee...

Local businesses host fundraiser to support Chicopee Officer Wilkes

Massachusetts State

POWNAL, Vt. (WCAX) - Vermont State Police say after a lengthy investigation, they have identified three suspects in an attempted murder case and two of them are on the run. Police say the men were some of a dozen people involved in a shootout on Jan. 26, 2022, at a home on Route 7 in Pownal.

Police searching for 2 suspects from Springfield for attempted murder in Vermont

SPRINGFIELD, MA (WGGB/WSHM) – Two people have been arrested in connection with a deadly shooting in Springfield. Springfield Police spokesperson Ryan Walsh said that officers were called to the 0-100 block of Belmont Avenue around 4 p.m. Monday for a reported shooting victim. When they arrived, they found an adult male victim, who was taken to Baystate Medical Center where he later died.

2 suspects arrested in connection with deadly Springfield shooting

Enfield, CT

SUFFIELD, Conn. (WFSB) - The Enfield-Suffield Veterans Bridge is closed early this morning due to a serious crash. Shortly after midnight, public safety dispatchers received calls for a motor vehicle collision involving a van and tractor-trailer. The roadway was closed a short time later due to the crash. Injuries have...

Enfield-Suffield Veterans Bridge closed due to serious crash; injuries reported

Westfield, MA

WESTFIELD, MA (WGGB/WSHM) - A Westfield police officer was hit by a car while directing traffic in a work zone earlier this week and now, there’s new informaiton on the officer’s condition. A work zone on Western Avenue in Westfield turned into a danger zone after police officer...

Westfield officer hit by car in work zone released from hospital

Connecticut State

CHICOPEE, MA. (WGGB/WSHM) - Massachusetts State Police crews responded to a crash on I-391 northbound in the area of the Connecticut River Bridge in Chicopee on Wednesday night. According to Trooper James DeAngelis from Mass. State Police, at least two vehicles were involved with one person sustaining minor injuries. Mass....

Mass. State Police respond to a car crash on I-391 North in Chicopee

SPRINGFIELD, MA (WGGB/WSHM) – A suspect has been arrested in connection with a deadly 2022 shooting on Longhill Street in Springfield. Springfield Police spokesperson Ryan Walsh said that officers were called to the 0-100 block of Longhill Street in the early morning hours of August 20, 2022 for a reported gunshot victim. When they arrived, they found a victim, 28-year-old John Rivera of Springfield, who was taken to Baystate Medical Center where he died.

Suspect arrested in 2022 murder on Longhill Street in Springfield

CHICOPEE, MA. (WGGB/WSHM) - Efforts underway in Chicopee to make safer roads for pedestrians after five people have died since October after being hit by cars. Now, city leaders are focused on new safety measures. Among those safety measures, new signs, flashing lights, and even installing medians in high-traffic areas.

City leaders plan for safer roads after deadly pedestrian crashes in Chicopee

CHICOPEE, MA (WGGB/WSHM) - The community is coming together to support a Chicopee police officer who is off the job right now while he recovers from a heart attack. “He’s really doing excellent today in my eyes. He’s come such a long way. He’s been asleep all these days, knowing very little. They were all there for him…Hi Mark, we’re popular tonight, honey,” said Joan Wilkes, mother of Chicopee Police Officer Mark Wilkes.

Fundraisers underway to help Chicopee police officer recovering from heart attack

West Springfield, MA

WEST SPRINGFIELD, MA (WGGB/WSHM) - A local artist is brightening up neighborhoods across western Massachusetts. “Anything that makes people happy to see, it doesn’t have to have a political message, just bright colors and feel good,” said John Matlock. Matlock has been involved with art his whole life,...

West Springfield artist using murals to brighten local neighborhoods

SPRINGFIELD, MA (WGGB/WSHM) - The race for mayor in Springfield now officially includes current mayor Domenic Sarno. Sarno, Springfield’s longest-serving mayor, is now looking to extend his reign as he announced that he’s running for a seventh term as mayor of Springfield. He told Western Mass News that he’s more than ready to hit the campaign trail.

Sarno on ballot seeking seventh term as Springfield’s mayor

East Lyme, CT

EAST LYME, CT (WFSB/WGGB/WSHM) - A veteran East Lyme, CT math teacher is on a long road to recovery after she and her family were involved in a serious car crash. Stephanie Sojkowski has taught at East Lyme High School for about 15 years. Ask just about any of her students, and they’ll have something positive to say.

Support pouring in for Connecticut teacher hurt in Greenfield crash

Colorado State

Amherst, MA

SPRINGFIELD, Mass. (WGGB/WSHM) - The Center for Extended Care in Amherst held a special birthday for one resident, who celebrated her 100th birthday on Saturday. It was a celebration of the century for Claire Vermette as she and 3 generations of her family threw a party to mark down another year on the books.

Nursing home goes extra mile to keep family together for woman’s 100th birthday

CHICOPEE, MA. (WGGB/WSHM) - Five pedestrians have been hit and killed by drivers in Chicopee since October. Now, city leaders are discussing plans to make roads safer. At Thursday night’s public safety meeting, the department of public work’s superintendent, Elizabette Batista told city councilors they’re working to install signs, flashers, and medians in some high traffic areas.

Chicopee officials discuss road safety plans following deadly pedestrian crashes

Efforts continue to lower and cap price of insulin. Have you ever wanted a faster, smoother internet connection? Sean Fitzgerald, general manager of South Hadley Electric and Light, discusses a new option for your internet service. Westfield company bring hot tub and spa specials to Western Mass. Home Show. Updated:...

Holyoke, federal officials reach settlement over sewage discharges into Connecticut River

(WGGB/WSHM) - Town by town is taking you to Springfield, West Springfield, and South Hadley. Big congrats to the Springfield International Charter School girls’ basketball team on winning the state division 5 championship. Mayor Domenic Sarno welcomed the team at city hall to celebrate and congratulate them on their...

Town by Town: SICS win state championship, Home and Garden show, local business grants

Greenfield, MA

GREENFIELD, MA. (WGGB/WSHM) - Greenfield city officials announce plans to hire additional police officers on Wednesday evening. Nearly one month after the department stopped 24-hour police coverage due to staffing shortages. Members of the public safety commission voted unanimously to recommend to Greenfield’s mayor four candidates who would serve on...

Greenfield city officials discuss hiring officers to close overnight shift gap

SPRINGFIELD, MA. (WGGB/WSHM) - The Gray House hosted their 32nd annual Spaghetti Supper in Springfield on Thursday evening. All proceeds from the event help the gray house provide food, youth programming and adult educational services to those living in poverty throughout the greater Springfield community. Kristen McClintock, executive director of...

The Gray House hosts annual Spaghetti Supper fundraiser in Springfield

SPRINGFIELD, MA (WGGB/WSHM) - Spring is here and the temperatures are starting to warm up and if you look at recent announcements from MGM Springfield, so is their entertainment line-up. “We’ve had some huge announcements over the last couple of weeks or so,” said Beth Ward with MGM Springfield. Some household names will be making their way to the City of Homes in the coming weeks.

MGM bringing slate of nationally-known acts to Springfield

Maryland State

Windsor Locks, CT

WINDSOR LOCKS, CT (WFSB) - A new report said that a private plane on which a woman was fatally injured and made emergency landing at Bradley International Airport earlier this month did not experience turbulence. Dana Hyde, 55, of Maryland, was hurt on a Bombardier Challenger 300 on March 3.

Private plane on which woman was killed did not experience turbulence

Efforts continue to lower and cap price of insulin. Have you ever wanted a faster, smoother internet connection? Sean Fitzgerald, general manager of South Hadley Electric and Light, discusses a new option for your internet service. Support pouring in for Connecticut teacher hurt in Greenfield crash. Updated: 20 hours ago.

Westfield company bring hot tub and spa specials to Western Mass. Home Show

SPRINGFIELD, MA. (WGGB/WSHM) - A Springfield woman pled guilty to stealing social security benefits back in 2014 on Friday. According to U.S Attorney Rachael Rollins, 41-year-old Hilda Griffin, pleaded guilty to one count of false representations to the Social Security Administration. Griffin served as the representative payee for three individuals...

Springfield woman pleads guilty to stealing over $20K in social security benefits

Conway, MA

CONWAY, MA (WGGB/WSHM) - A school in Franklin County is coming to the rescue of a community member in need and students are using their artistic skills to raise money for a good cause. “To be honest, I was humbled. I thought just the outpouring from the people was quite...

Conway school helping damaged birds of prey rehab center

CHICOPEE, MA. (WGGB/WSHM) - Students at Paulo Freire Social Justice Charter School expressed their frustration with their staff and administration after plans to permanently close their doors at the end of the school year. A decision students said has impacted their learning environment. Students at the charter school said they...

Students protest after Paulo Freire Justice Charter School decides to close their doors

SPRINGFIELD, MA. (WGGB/WSHM) - Eastman’s 2nd annual Black History Month Oratorical Contest was held at Western New England University in Springfield. On Wednesday evening, the event featured students from Springfield’s High School of Science and Technology. Students submitted an essay with an objective, to develop a deeper understanding...

Eastman’s annual Black History Month Oratorical contest in Springfield

East Longmeadow, MA

EAST LONGMEADOW, MA (WGGB/WSHM) - The Hyundai Dealers Surprise Squad is back and, this time, they took a trip to East Longmeadow High School. Students, staff, family, and friends all coming together to surprise their beloved math teacher, Jan Clini. It was an emotional surprise for everyone in the room as she is wrapping up her more than three decades in education and has made a mark for many as more than just a teacher.

Surprise Squad honors beloved East Longmeadow math teacher

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Monday afternoon news update

In this update, Springfield Police seized four guns over the weekend which included three ghost guns, a 30-year-old woman and her 3-year-old daughter were hit by...

Monday afternoon news update

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