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Roads closed for pavement in Belchertown starting this week
BELCHERTOWN, Mass. (WGGB/WSHM) - The Department of Public Works will be conducting road pavements this Thursday from 7 a.m. to 5 p.m. Aldrich Street will be closed, as well as South Street, between South Liberty and West Street will also be closed. Emergency vehicles and area residents will continue to...
Why billions of gallons of diluted sewage ended up in Mass. waterways last year
SPRINGFIELD — Amid the midday rain Thursday, an estimated 8 million gallons of sewage mixed with rainwater flowed from the city’s sewer system into the Connecticut River near downtown. Stay out of the water for two days to avoid bacteria and pollution, an alert from the city warns,...
Health Headlines: Helpful tips to stay safe during Memorial Day festivities
NEW HAVEN, Conn. (WTNH) – For many, Memorial Day weekend kicks off all things summer with warm temperatures, barbeques and vacations. However, it is also important to be safe while enjoying the festivities. Dr. Anamika Singh, the chief of emergency medicine at Hartford Hospital, joined News 8 at noon...
State Parks close as capacity is reached
HARTFORD, CT (WFSB) - Several state parks closed Sunday as parking lots have reached capacity. According to the Department of Energy and Environmental Protection, parking lots for Bigelow Hollow State Park, Harkness Memorial State Park, Wadsworth Falls State Park, Millers Pond State park and Gardner Lake State Park are closed.
Enfield town green use policy raises constitutional questions
Enfield’s policies for use of the town green and Joseph E. O’Connor Gazebo violate the First Amendment, according to the Foundation for Individual Rights and Expression (FIRE). FIRE, a First Amendment public advocacy group, sent a letter to members of Enfield’s town council on May 9, outlining several of Enfield’s rules and regulations for reserving […] The post Enfield town green use policy raises constitutional questions appeared first on Connecticut Inside Investigator.
Sci-Tech’s Julius Lowe-Wannamaker places first in high jump during Day 2 of Div. V outdoor track & field state championships
Sci-Tech’s Julius Lowe-Wannamaker can jump high and far, and he proved it on Sunday. The junior placed first in the high jump and fifth in the long jump during the Division V outdoor track and field state championships. Lowe-Wannamaker got to a height of 6-04 in the high jump and a distance of 21-01.75 in the long jump.
Western Mass. bridge dedicated to fallen Army Specialist Kenneth Iwasinski
BELCHERTOWN, Mass. - A bridge connecting two Western Massachusetts communities is formally recognized in honor of an army specialist killed in action more than 15 years ago. The Kenneth J. Iwasinski Memorial Bridge goes over Swift River and connects Belchertown and Ware on Highway Route 9. Sunday evening, town and...
Square One to break ground on new old location for Springfield
SPRINGFIELD — Square One is scheduled to break ground on its $10 million project to build a new center to better serve the South End neighborhood on June 6. Local supporters, including businesses, nonprofit agencies and state legislators are expected to join the Square One staff and board of directors for the ceremony at the site at 947 Main St. The location is the same spot Square One operated a preschool before a tornado in 2011 destroyed its building.
Springfield Central’s Davien Fernandez, 4x400 boys relay team lead WMass during Day 2 of Div. II outdoor track & field state championships
Springfield Central had five Top 10 finishes during Day 2 of the Division II outdoor track and field state championships on Sunday. The Golden Eagles’ boys 4x400 meter relay team of Davien Fernandez, Justin Menzie, Caiden Smith and Aiden Quee had the highest finish, placing sixth with a time of 3:30.92.
Mango the canary: Lost, then found in Monson
MONSON — After Mango took off and left her without warning, Sandra R. Skoczylas had no way of knowing if she’d ever hear his beautiful voice again. But, she was hopeful. She made a plea on social media to spread the word about her lost pet, a canary that flew out an open window last Tuesday.
Man Fatally Stabbed in West Springfield, Police Assure No Public Danger
A shocking act of violence shook the community of West Springfield on Saturday night, as police reported that a man was fatally stabbed at the intersection of Amostown Road and Kings Highway. According to the official West Springfield Police Department Facebook page, the incident occurred at around 10:00pm on May 25, 2024.
The first round of rain is heading out, a break for some midday before more evening strong storms
Round one of the steadiest rain is heading out with a break in the action for some. Later this afternoon/evening, we’ll be tracking a line of showers and storms. A couple of isolated storms could be strong/severe with downpours and gusty winds. Tomorrow will be bright and warm as everyone goes back to work and […]
CT-based Colt’s Manufacturing awarded $57 million contract for Army weapons
The U.S. Army has awarded West Hartford-based manufacturer Colt’s Manufacturing Co. a $57.2 contract for M4 and M4A1 carbines, according to the U.S. Department of Defense Website. The contract, awarded on May 16, is scheduled to be completed by Sept. 18, with the location of the work yet to...
The Depot at The Graham Central Station turns historic train station into ice cream shop
EAST LONGMEADOW, Mass. — It was once a train station serving routes across New England more than a century ago and it's now serving ice cream, while also maintaining some of its history. What You Need To Know. The Depot at The Graham Central Station was once a train...
Person stabbed in Windsor Locks
WINDSOR LOCKS, CT (WFSB) - A person was stabbed in Windsor Locks Sunday evening. Police say that the incident happened in the area of 456 Elm Street. The victim has been transported to Hartford Hospital. Their status is unknown. Channel 3 has a crew on the way to the scene.
Fallen military remembered at Agawam ceremony
AGAWAM, Mass. (WGGB/WSHM) - A memorial ceremony was held Monday at the Massachusetts Veterans Memorial Cemetery in Agawam despite the wet weather. Many members of the community were in attendance including multiple veterans from different branches of the Armed Forces. The event began with a Memorial Day address from the...
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