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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 · 16h

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Springfield Estimate Counts 1,128 Homes With Deceased Owners

Unresolved ownership can leave vacant homes stalled, making repairs or sales difficult to pursue. Gerry McCafferty, who works on Springfield's housing policy, said unresolved ownership issues are complicating the Maynard Street property's path forward, according to MassLive. Dina Fein, a former Massachusetts Housing Court judge who began helping nonprofits and municipalities redevelop vacant homes in 2021, described a recurring connection between vacancy, deterioration, and complicated ownership. “There seems to be overlap between vacant, abandoned, deteriorated properties” and homes tied up in probate, informal family ownership, or poorly documented transfers, Fein said, per the same report.

Springfield, MA · 3d

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Roca Springfield celebrates grand reopening following $2.4 million renovation

A Springfield organization dedicated to helping at-risk young people turn their lives around celebrated its grand reopening Wednesday following approximately $2.4 million in renovations.

Springfield, MA · 1d

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Transmitter power restored for Western Mass News

SPRINGFIELD, Mass. (WGGB/WSHM) - Broadcast transmission has been restored following a power outage at the Western Mass News transmitter site in Holyoke, but antenna viewers must take action to regain access to programming. The outage temporarily disrupted over-the-air signals for viewers watching ABC 40, Fox 6, and CBS 3 with...

Holyoke, MA · 3d

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East Longmeadow to plan redesign of notorious rotary

EAST LONGMEADOW, Mass. (WGGB/WSHM) - For years, a seven-way rotary in East Longmeadow has caused headaches and confused drivers, but there may soon be relief on the way. Western Mass News was in town to hear what residents think and how the town is addressing those challenges. This rotary is...

East Longmeadow, MA · 23h

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Holyoke Medical Center Welcomes Orthopedic Surgeon, Opens East Longmeadow Office

HOLYOKE — Holyoke Medical Center has expanded its orthopedic services with the addition of Dr. Benjamin Snyder to the HMC Orthopedic Center team and the opening of a new office in East Longmeadow. Located at 294 North Main St., Suite 102, the office is now accepting new patients. To schedule an appointment, call (413) 536-5814.

Holyoke, MA · 2d

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Some residents leave Holyoke planning meeting questioning whether their voices were heard

HOLYOKE — A meeting to gather feedback on Holyoke’s newly adopted comprehensive plan drew more than 250 residents last week, but some attendees left questioning whether their input was being adequately documented and incorporated into future decision-making. Mayor Joshua A. Garcia described the meeting at the Holyoke Senior...

Holyoke, MA · 3d

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Agawam mayor defends affordable housing trust ahead of council vote

AGAWAM — The mayor's proposed affordable housing "toolbox" continues to draw a sharp critique. With a possible vote on the City Council agenda for Wednesday night, several councilors expressed doubts about the affordable housing trust fund in a workshop meeting on Monday. Mayor Christopher C. Johnson repeatedly said the trust fund would be "just a tool" to build homes that fit the vision of the town, not of developers.

Agawam, MA · 2d

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Westfield honors Cain on last day before retirement

Westfield honored DPW Assistant Director Francis Cain at a retirement reception, marking 23 years of service and key achievements including leading the city's PFAS contamination response.

Westfield, MA · 3d

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Multiple maintenance projects to affect traffic in East Hartford

EAST HARTFORD, Conn. (WTNH) — The Connecticut Department of Transportation (CTDOT) and the Town of East Hartford said that multiple maintenance projects will affect traffic in East Hartford over the coming weeks. CTDOT will be replacing the railroad crossing on School Street from Nov. 8 through Nov. 10, and the crossing at Goodwin Street from […]

East Hartford, CT · 3d

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Western Mass House Race Turns Ugly With Ethics Complaint, AI Attack Ads

Westfield Police Department — Perron's Former Workplace in Ethics Complaint. Voters across nine Western Massachusetts towns and part of Agawam head to the polls today to decide a three-way fight for the 3rd Hampden House seat, a contest that has featured accusations of empty committee chairs, a disputed financial disclosure and AI-generated campaign videos. Incumbent Republican Nick Boldyga, who has held the seat for nearly 16 years, faces Agawam City Councilor Tom Hendrickson, a Democrat, and independent Jason Perron, a former police officer and Southwick Selectboard member.

Agawam, MA · 2d

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Officials ring in ‘Baystate Mercy Hospital’ in Springfield after months-long acquisition

After months of planning and getting a greenlight from state regulators, Springfield’s “Mercy Medical Center” is now “Baystate Mercy Hospital.”. Earlier this year, Baystate Health stepped in to acquire the campus off Carew Street and much of Mercy’s assets – after it became clear the hospital with Catholic roots was in dire straits.

Springfield, MA · 3d

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Sip, Bid & Boogie returns to Northampton to support people with disabilities

An evening of local art, live music, food and dancing is returning to Northampton this November, raising money to support individuals with disabilities and their families across western Massachusetts.

Northampton, MA · 2d

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Homeowners in Massachusetts town face a $501 average property tax hike

The projected annual bill for an average single-family home is $10,457.92.

Amherst, MA · 2d

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This Massachusetts Flea Market Turns Into A Treasure Hunter’s Paradise Only Three Times A Year

Six days. Three months a year. Hundreds of vendors stretched along both sides of one country road, selling everything from 1800s furniture to taxidermy. That alone made me stop scrolling. Then I learned admission is free, and the whole thing runs rain or shine from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. in May, July, and September.

Massachusetts · 2d

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Holyoke's 5th Hampden Race Pits Four-Term Incumbent Against Paraprofessional Challenger

Voters in Holyoke and part of Chicopee are deciding Tuesday whether to give Democratic state Rep. Pat Duffy a fourth term representing the 5th Hampden District, or to hand the seat to independent challenger José Candelario Gonzalez, a Holyoke paraprofessional who served as a student senator in college. Both candidates have centered their campaigns on public-school funding, even as they diverge on which levers to pull to get there.

Holyoke, MA · 2d

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Vintage and vinyl fair returns to Center for the Arts this month

NORTHAMPTON — The opportunity to hunt for classic vinyl records and unique vintage clothing returns to the city on Sunday, Nov. 15, in the fourth edition of the Downtown Market Vintage & Vinyl. According to organizers, the event will once again bring plenty of options for record and vintage...

Northampton, MA · 1d

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Portion of Island Road in Holland closed for tree removal

A portion of Island Road in Holland will be closed on Friday for tree removal.

Holland, MA · 7h

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Springfield’s Roca unveils upgraded facility to aid at-risk youth

SPRINGFIELD – Isaiah Barnill is now a student studying criminal justice at Holyoke. Two years ago, he found himself on the other side of the law – the wrong side. But through the Roca program and the Emerging Adult Court of Hope, which provides an alternative for youthful offenders willing to work hard, Barnill believes he is building a better life for himself.

Springfield, MA · 1d

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‘The Simpsons’ writer and presidential candidate to visit Springfield during nationwide tour

A longtime writer and producer of the animated television series "The Simpsons" is bringing his presidential campaign to Springfield as part of a nationwide tour visiting 17 communities that share the same name.

Springfield, MA · 21h