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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...

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East Longmeadow School Committee unsure of redstone gift

EAST LONGMEADOW — The East Longmeadow School Committee is undecided on accepting a redstone gift from a resident’s yard for the new high school, with some members voicing concerns of costs not going to the right place and others wary of setting a precedent by accepting gifts with potential stipulations.

East Longmeadow, MA · 2d

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Former Massachusetts state official facing drug, firearm, and wire fraud allegations indicted on new count

Former Massachusetts state official Lamar Cook has been indicted on a second count of wire fraud in connection with allegations that he fraudulently obtained Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program benefits while on court-ordered pretrial release in a pending state case involving alleged cocaine trafficking and firearm offenses. A federal grand jury...

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U.S. Army Field Band to perform free concert at Springfield Symphony Hall

Springfield Symphony Hall will host a free patriotic concert this weekend featuring the U.S. Army Field Concert Band and Soldiers' Chorus in celebration of Veterans Day.

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Holyoke Tent Fire Suspect Flees as Investigators Link Six Outdoor Blazes

A man sleeping in a tent near Maple Street in Holyoke woke up to find another man setting his tent on fire with a lighter early Tuesday morning. He escaped without injury as the suspect ran off, one piece of a puzzle investigators are now racing to solve: six outdoor fires reported in the city over two nights.

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Holyoke seeks community input on safer streets at public forum

HOLYOKE — Whether it’s speeding on a neighborhood street or a crosswalk that feels unsafe, Holyoke residents will have an opportunity to influence how the city tackles local traffic safety concerns. A public workshop on Nov. 19 will ask residents to help design the process the city uses...

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Florence Man, 67, Convicted of Shooting Estranged Wife in Northampton Home

A 67-year-old Florence man was convicted Friday of armed assault with intent to murder after a judge found he shot his separated wife in the upper abdomen in their Northampton home two years ago, then barricaded himself inside as she escaped and called for help. Michael Janik now faces up to 20 years in prison on the most serious charge when he returns to court later this month.

Northampton, MA · 22h

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Blessed Buys Thrift Shoppe is thriving in new location

WESTFIELD — This past May, Blessed Buys Thrift Shoppe moved around the corner from the Old Town Hall to the lower level of the First Congregational Church on Broad Street. Volunteer Cindy Gaylord said the new location has actually brought in more business and donations to the thrift store, now in its fourth year, as its door and sign now face the busy Stop & Shop parking lot.

Westfield, MA · 2d

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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.

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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...

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Hundreds fewer students enrolled in Springfield schools than previously accounted

The Springfield Public School district, the third largest in Massachusetts, announced Tuesday that 800 fewer students were enrolled this school year, a much higher number than previously understood. The figure is over three times higher than what was projected for the 2026-27 school year, based on figures from the New...

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Student athletes, coaches left in shock with Gillette Stadium no longer hosting state championships

CHICOPEE, Mass. (WGGB/WSHM) - We are just hours away from the high school football state playoffs getting underway. Many teams, including some in western Mass, have been preparing for their respective games. But that is not the main talker this week as each division’s state championship will have to be played elsewhere.

Chicopee, MA · 2d

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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.

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From Kenya to Holyoke: Local baseball bat maker celebrates 10 years in business

A Holyoke business is celebrating 10 years of turning raw wood into baseball bats, combining craftsmanship with an unexpected journey that began thousands of miles away in Kenya.

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Southampton PD warn of men posing as Water Department employees to enter homes

The Southampton Police Department is warning residents to be cautious after three men allegedly posed as town Water Department employees and attempted to gain access to a home Thursday morning.

Southampton, MA · 2d

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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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A ‘Simpsons’ writer is running for president and visiting Springfields, including ours

“If I want to follow the show’s example and use Springfield as a lens for understanding America, I need to go to all the Springfields, or at least as many as I can.”. After finding fame writing about a fictional Springfield and its yellow-hued inhabitants, a writer for “The Simpsons” is visiting the Massachusetts city of the same name Friday as part of his 2028 presidential bid.

Springfield, MA · 1d

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Aspiring teachers gather at Elms College for Educators Rising conference

Hundreds of high school and college students gathered at Elms College on Friday for the Western Massachusetts Educators Rising Conference, an event aimed at inspiring the next generation of teachers and education professionals.

Chicopee, MA · 1d

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MassDOT Virtual Design Public Hearing - 11/19/26

Upcoming Virtual Design Public Hearing hosted by MassDOT regarding upgrades to existing pedestrian signal features and installation of additional crosswalks to facilitate safe pedestrian crossings, including two locations in Westfield on Route 20, one at the Delmont Avenue intersection and the other from the Walmart driveway to East Mountain Road.

Westfield, MA · 2d

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