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Funding secured for railroad overpass project

WEST SPRINGFIELD, Mass. (WGGB/WSHM) - West Springfield is getting a big federal funding boost for rail safety and traffic relief. The state has secured $30 million through a federal program to help pay for the Front and First Streets grade crossing elimination project near the CSX intermodal terminal. The plan...

West Springfield, MA · 7d
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Connecticut DOT breaks ground on Enfield station

The Connecticut Department of Transportation (CTDOT) held a groundbreaking ceremony Wednesday for a new train station in Enfield, which will restore passenger-rail service to the town for the first time since 1986. Located in the Thompsonville neighborhood, the project is part of the Hartford Line Rail Program and will fill...

Enfield, CT · 8d
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Local residents, lawmakers share views on daylight saving time

CHICOPEE, Mass. (WWLP) – As residents turn their clocks back for the end of daylight saving time, some say the tradition is simply part of life in New England, while others support efforts to make one time standard permanent year-round. “I’m just very happy when I wake up and...

Chicopee, MA · 5d
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Springfield community wants say on courthouse development

SPRINGFIELD — Liberty Junction LLC, the developers behind the Springfield Regional Justice Center, wants residents to know they have plans to revitalize the area around the future courthouse — and the community it is invited to come along. About 75 people, including state Sen. Adam Gomez, City Council...

Springfield, MA · 8d
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These East Forest Park streets in Springfield will close for Halloween safety

SPRINGFIELD, Mass. (WWLP) – Several streets will be closed to vehicular traffic in Springfield’s East Forest Park neighborhood for Halloween. According to the Springfield Police Department, city officials coordinated the temporary closures to improve pedestrian safety as large crowds gather in the area. Each year, the East Forest Park neighborhood attracts significant numbers of children and families for trick-or-treating.

Springfield, MA · 7d

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Public schools are priority for candidates in 5th Hampden House race

From left, Incumbent Pat Duffy is being challenged by Jose Candelario Garcia for the 3rd Hampden District seat. The city of Holyoke and a ward in Chicopee, Massachusetts, make up the state's 5th Hampden District. The two candidates vying to represent the district on Beacon Hill have differing experiences, but similar platforms.

Holyoke, MA · 6d

MassLive.com

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Local therapy dogs brighten up Westfield visits in festive Halloween garb

Members of Therapy Dogs United's Western Mass chapter visited nursing homes and schools this week with their dogs in Halloween costumes, spreading joy to patients and students.

Westfield, MA · 8d

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Rep. Boldyga again faces challenger’s scrutiny over past Conn. police department suspension

Almost 15 years ago, a Democratic challenger of state Rep. Nicholas Boldyga called on him to resign over a 10-day suspension the lawmaker received while working as a police officer in Connecticut. Despite the scrutiny, Boldyga, a Republican, won that election representing the 3rd Hampden District. He is up for...

Agawam, MA · 8d

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Paving on Franklin Street in Westfield to cause detours, delays

WESTFIELD, Mass. (WWLP) - Detours will be in place on Franklin Street in Westfield due to paving operations. The Westfield Police Department stated that work will take place on Friday from 6 a.m. to 6 p.m. MAP: Franklin Street, Westfield. Drivers should expect delays and are asked to avoid the...

Westfield, MA · 8d

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Automated speed enforcement cameras to go live on Route 8 in Winchester

WINCHESTER, Conn. (WTNH) — Automated work zone speed enforcement cameras will start operating on Route 8 next week, according to Winchester/Winsted town officials. The town said they were notified by the Connecticut Department of Transportation that the cameras would be active beginning the week of Nov. 1. Drivers could receive warnings or infractions in accordance […]

Winchester, CT · 8d

WWLP

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New substance use and mental health treatment center opens in Springfield

A new substance use and mental health treatment center has opened in Springfield, expanding access to recovery services for residents across Hampden County.

Springfield, MA · 8d

WWLP

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Springfield sees progress in cleanup of former Vibra Hospital property

Springfield officials announced that cleanup efforts are underway at the former Vibra Hospital property following a court order requiring the owners to remove debris and vegetation.

Springfield, MA · 7d

Boston 25 News WFXT

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New veterans facility opens in Holyoke years after deadly COVID-19 outbreak at former home

The new facility comes after a COVID-19 outbreak at the former home killed dozens of veterans back in 2020.

Holyoke, MA · 8d

becketbeat.org

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Becket Residents Can Now Monitor Air Quality Data 24/7/365

Initiated by Berkshire Regional Planning Commission Senior Planner Britney Danials, working closely with town officials, two sites in Becket are now monitoring air quality 24/7/365 as part of the Berkshire County Clean Air Project, a county-wide effort to improve knowledge about neighborhood-level air quality in support of public health, environmental planning, and community awareness.

Becket, MA · 6d

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Rotary Sand and Salt for Seniors

The Suffield Rotary will once again be delivering sand and salt to seniors in town for the 11th year in a row. This is free of charge and done as part of our way of supporting our Suffield community. Delivery will be on December 5. If anyone is interested in...

Suffield, CT · 6d

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Hampden voters pass regional agreement at Town Meeting

HAMPDEN — Residents gathered at the Hampden Town Hall on Oct. 26 for the 2026 Special Town Meeting, casting votes on 25 articles and bringing a four-year regional agreement process one step closer to the finish line. Wilbraham voters will also need to approve the regional agreement at its...

Hampden, MA · 7d

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SBHS restoring Granby Cemetery gravestones

Three years ago, the historic gravestone restoration service Beyond the Gravestone began an important project at the Granby Cemetery: restoring the many tombstones that had cracked, broken or begun to lean with age. Since then, owners Will Cornell and his wife, Lisa, and their crew have made remarkable progress, bringing many of these historic markers back to life. Although much more work remains, the results of their efforts are already evident in the “old section” of the cemetery.

Granby, CT · 7d

NHPR

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Public schools are priority for candidates in 5th Hampden House race

From left, Incumbent Pat Duffy is being challenged by Jose Candelario Garcia for the 3rd Hampden District seat. The city of Holyoke and a ward in Chicopee, Massachusetts, make up the state's 5th Hampden District. The two candidates vying to represent the district on Beacon Hill have differing experiences, but similar platforms.

Holyoke, MA · 6d

WWLP

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Trunk or treat event being held in South Hadley on Friday

South Hadley is scheduled to host a trunk-or-treat event at Beers & Story on Friday night.

South Hadley, MA · 7d