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Baystate’s integration with Mercy leaves some patient concerns over wait times

SPRINGFIELD, Mass. (WGGB/WSHM) - Over ten hours in the emergency room, that’s how long one woman said she waited at Baystate Mercy Hospital. Western Mass News has her story and what Baystate said about the major effort going into a new records system because of the integration with Mercy Medical Center.

Springfield, MA · 1d
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Man arrested on drug charges in Holyoke

HOLYOKE, MA — A West Springfield man wanted on drug trafficking charges was arrested Monday morning after a police officer spotted him on a city street. Emmanuel Rivera, 37, of West Springfield, was taken into custody at approximately 10:55 a.m. at the corner of Appleton Street and Elm Street.

Holyoke, MA · 2d
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Suspect held without bail in string of Holyoke fires

HOLYOKE, MA (WGGB/WSHM) -- A 43-year-old man is being held without bail after police accused him of setting a string of fires across Holyoke, including one near a man sleeping in a tent. Massachusetts State Police and Holyoke Police arrested Angel Sanchez early Thursday. Investigators allege he is linked to...

Holyoke, MA · 2d
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Lawsuit filed after devastating 2023 crash in Chicopee

CHICOPEE, Mass. (WGGB/WSHM) - Two lawsuits now accuse Chicopee Police of breaking their own chase rules in a 2023 crash that killed a 13-year-old. The newest was filed by a passenger who was in the car. We’re also hearing from the attorney for the man who was asleep inside the home.

Chicopee, MA · 2d
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PopUp Bagels Picks Hadley's Mountain Farms for First Western Mass Shop

A Connecticut-born bagel chain known for its tear-apart, dip-it-yourself approach is setting up shop at Mountain Farms in Hadley, marking its first location west of Boston. PopUp Bagels plans to open the new shop at 7 South Maple St., Suite 20, with a grand opening celebration running from 7 a.m. to 11 a.m. on Friday, Nov. 13.

Hadley, MA · 2d

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Road work to take place in Springfield’s North End

SPRINGFIELD, Mass. (WGGB/WSHM) - A traffic alert for those driving to work in Springfield Monday morning as drivers are being advised to avoid Armory Street. Multiple detours will be in place beginning Monday morning at 8 a.m. and ending at 2:30 on Friday. No work will be done on Wednesday for Veteran’s Day.

Springfield, MA · 7h

The Cool Down

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Massachusetts tenants hit with $400 rent hikes face another increase — and refuse new leases

"People are invested in this. [Some] people have been here almost 20 years."

Easthampton, MA · 1d

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The Charming Italian Restaurants In Massachusetts Perfect For A Relaxing Fall Evening

I’m convinced a plate of pumpkin ravioli counts as overtime pay. You’ve already clocked the hours, so why not collect?. Here’s my take: fall in Massachusetts hands you crisp air and early sunsets for a reason. They practically beg for candlelit pasta, a crackling fireplace, and nowhere else to be.

Massachusetts · 19h

MassLive.com

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Mass. casino player wins jackpot prize with 75-cent bet

After betting 75-cents on a slot machine spin, a Massachusetts casino player walked away a jackpot winner. The MGM Springfield player bet 75-cents on a “Quick Hit Link” slot machine game on Aug. 26. The jackpot prize was worth $12,182.81. Overall, there are more than 1,500 slot machines...

Springfield, MA · 2d

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East Longmeadow residents notice a spike in mail theft

EAST LONGMEADOW, Mass. (WGGB/WSHM) - Nearly a dozen envelopes found ripped open along an East Longmeadow sidewalk have one woman concerned about her neighbors’ mail. Western Mass News spoke with one woman who found the envelopes, and is now working to alert the people they belong to. When Chile...

East Longmeadow, MA · 2d

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Hidden in the Viral Last Ditch Debacle: How to Keep Lesbian Bars Alive

By September of this year, Jackie Matellian had spent months living in her truck while working several jobs to keep Last Ditch, a lesbian bar in Greenfield, Massachusetts, open. She was the last remaining original founder, and the bar was in deep financial trouble. According to reporting by The Boston Globe, workers had gone unpaid, Matellian was carrying a $50,000 start-up loan, and the landlord wanted $3,900 in overdue rent.

Greenfield, MA · 2d

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Fired Healey Aide Indicted for Second Wire Fraud After Allegedly Using SNAP for Disney Trip While Facing Cocaine Charges

A federal grand jury has indicted former Massachusetts official Lamar Cook on a second count of wire fraud tied to his alleged scheme to obtain SNAP benefits while free on pretrial release in a separate state drug and firearm case. Cook, 46, of Springfield, previously faced a federal criminal complaint...

Springfield, MA · 1h

MassLive.com

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Western Mass. hardware chain raises over $32K for animal shelters: ‘We’re grateful’

Western Mass.-based Rocky’s Ace Hardware raised $32,511 for animal shelters nationwide through its annual “Round Up for Pets” fundraiser in 2026, according to the company. Of that total, stores in Western Massachusetts raised $4,488 for local shelters and the animals in their care. The fundraiser allows customers...

Springfield, MA · 2d

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Polish center marks 25 years in western Massachusetts

HOLYOKE, Mass. (WWLP) – The Polish Center of Discovery and Learning celebrated its 25th anniversary Sunday with a special event at the Log Cabin in Holyoke. The organization marked the milestone with a buffet of Polish cuisine, an awards presentation and entertainment for attendees. The ethnic museum tells the...

Holyoke, MA · 4h

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Springfield's Latino Book Fair Returns Bigger Than Ever at Hope Center Nov. 14

What started in 2024 as an event that ran from Friday afternoon through Saturday, with a Sunday authors' workshop, has grown into a cultural gathering in Springfield, and this year it's moving into a brand-new downtown home. The third Springfield Latino Book Fair is set for Saturday, November 14, at the Hope Center for the Arts at 150 Bridge Street, with doors opening at 10 a.m. and the free, one-day festival running until 5 p.m.

Springfield, MA · 2d

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Chicopee officials float school redistricting to cut costs

CHICOPEE, Mass. (WGGB/WSHM) - Chicopee City Councilors are opening a new debate over school boundaries and busing, as transportation costs for the district have doubled in less than a decade. An order brought forward this week asked the school committee and superintendent to launch a comprehensive review of enrollment, attendance...

Chicopee, MA · 2d

MassLive.com

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As oil companies notch hefty profits, Western Mass. sees pain at the pump

When Burleigh Grant buys gas to run the power equipment he uses in his Longmeadow landscaping business, the price per gallon whacks his bottom line. Even though the price per barrel pulled back a bit late last week, consumers are still feeling the pinch of higher prices at the pump.

Longmeadow, MA · 5h

The US Sun

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USPS confirms $19 minimum rate at select post office locations

THE U.S. Postal Service has confirmed a $19 baseline rate at select locations. It comes as part of a renewed push to hire more staff. USPS is looking to recruit more mail handlers for their Springfield, Massachusetts office. Mail handlers are responsible for loading, unloading, and moving bulk mail. They’re...

Springfield, MA · 1d

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Smith College’s Botanical Garden to have rare plant to bloom

NORTHAMPTON, Mass. (WGGB/WSHM) - The Smith College Botanic Garden is welcoming a sight to behold. A Titan Arum, more commonly known as a Corpse Flower, is set to bloom. It only happens once every two to three years and the flower only lasts for three days; the flower can grow up to nine feet tall. It got its name from the putrid scent it gives off to attract an unusual kind of pollinator, flies.

Northampton, MA · 7h