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Westfield’s Madison Curbelo on ‘emotional rollercoaster’ approaching ‘The Voice’ finals
WESTFIELD — For Westfield singer Madison Curbelo, “The Voice” has been a wild ride. “It’s definitely been an extreme emotional rollercoaster, even since the beginning,” she said. If you purchase a product or register for an account through a link on our site, we may...
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...
Early birds get best selection at Westfield Tech plant sale, starting Tuesday
WESTFIELD — The horticultural technology staff and students at Westfield Technical Academy are ready for their annual Spring Plant Sale, beginning at 8 a.m. Tuesday, May 7, and continuing through Friday, May 10, or until plants are sold out. The plant sale takes place at the Greylock Street entrance to the school, next to the Municipal Playground.
Outside the Box, seeking ‘impulse shoppers,’ opens in Springfield’s Tower Square
SPRINGFIELD – The folding sign in front of Outside the Box gift shop in Springfield’s Tower Square implores: “Impulse Shoppers Wanted: No experience needed. Sense of humor required.”. “We’re the antidote to online shopping,” said owner Michelle LaRocque. If you purchase a product or register...
Annual Jack Rome Memorial Walk/Run kicks off in Wilbraham
WILBRAHAM, Mass. (WGGB/WSHM) - A big day in Wilbraham for our four-legged friends, the second annual Jack Rome Memorial 5K/10K. Western Mass News was a proud sponsor of the event that supports the foundation for TJO Animals, our station charity. “We walked today, want to support the dogs any way...
Dog who had a ‘ruff’ start to life needs a family and a backyard
Cash, a 1-year-old hound, had a rough start to life and is now in need of a family with a backyard to run free. She previously lived in an unused mobile home with many other dogs, Dakin Humane Society in Springfield said. “She would like to live in a quiet...
Photos of Ware's 2024 prom at Great Horse
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Arts Beat: Westfield composer’s ‘Johnny Appleseed’ leads family-friendly concert
Awards Season begins…Tony Awards nominations were announced on April 30. Also, Drama League nominees include Ali Louis Bourzgui, the young Pittsfield native, who got his start at Berkshire Theatre Group, for his performance on Broadway in “The Who’s Tommy,” and Barrington Stage Company associate artist Leslie Rodriguez Kritzer, who just finished a run in “Spamalot.” Kritzer is also nominated for a Drama Desk Award.
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