CRIME & SAFETY
Investigation continues into bullets hitting Belchertown homes
BELCHERTOWN, Mass. (WGGB/WSHM) - Authorities in Belchertown continue their investigation after several bullets hit homes on Mountain View Drive. The most recent incident happened at the end of March hitting a home and shattering a glass door. A similar incident happened in June of 2023 when another glass door was...
2 transported to hospital, following rollover crash in Orange
ORANGE, Mass. (WGGB/WSHM) - Orange crews responded to a rollover crash on Monday afternoon. According to the Orange Fire Department, at around 3:39 p.m. firefighters were on scene for reports of a motor vehicle rollover on Moss Brook Road near Route 2A. Officials confirmed the vehicle was removed from the...
2 people rescued, after falling into water at Loon Pond in Springfield
SPRINGFIELD, Mass. (WGGB/WSHM) - Emergency crews in Springfield responded to two individuals in the water on Monday evening. According to the Springfield Fire Department, at around 6:12 p.m. firefighters were deployed to the scene of Loon Pond for reports of two people in the water. When crews arrived they found...
Over 200 arrests, and 650 traffic stops during Operation Safe Streets in Holyoke
The Holyoke Police Department (HPD), in collaboration with various partner agencies, proudly announced the substantial progress made through its comprehensive "Operation Safe Streets" initiative, showcasing a collective dedication to bolstering community safety and tackling crucial public health issues.
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