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Update: Thunderstorms with damaging winds in Middlesex and Worcester counties Wednesday
The National Weather Service issued an updated severe thunderstorm warning at 7:13 p.m. on Wednesday in effect until 7:30 p.m. for Middlesex and Worcester counties. Residents should be prepared for wind gusts of up to 60 mph. "At 7:12 p.m., severe thunderstorms were located along a line extending from Tyngsborough...
Popular Grocery Chain Closing Over 30 Locations
Ever since the pandemic hit, and still to this day, businesses have been struggling to stay afloat. Closing down stores that are underperforming, and having to file for bankruptcy seem to be the norm of today's day and age. Popular grocery chain closing over 2 dozen locations. Stop & Shop,...
Springfield DPW starting trash collections early to beat the heat
SPRINGFIELD — The Department of Public Works will be starting trash, recycling and yard waste collections at 6 a.m. to beat the heat on Wednesday. Trash that is not placed on the curb by 6 a.m. will be left, as garbage workers will not be returning later for additional pickups. The department thanked residents for their understanding and help to reduce the time employees have to work in the high heat.
How Springfield schools will spend $60 million in final pandemic relief
SPRINGFIELD – More than 30 city schools are getting improvements such as air conditioning installations, new playgrounds and one will even have a new outside bandshell, all funded with $60 million in pandemic recovery money. With the Sept. 30 deadline to spend Elementary and Secondary School Emergency Relief funds...
What are former Springfield Central stars rated in EA College Football 25?
After over a decade of waiting, a new college football video game has finally arrived. EA College Football 25 was made available for early access on Monday, allowing gamers the opportunity to play as their favorite school, build a program into a dynasty or create a player and work toward winning the Heisman Trophy. The game will be made available worldwide on Saturday.
Massachusetts House approves bill to boost renewable energy efforts
BOSTON (AP) — The Massachusetts House on Wednesday approved a bill that would help boost the state’s reliance on renewable energy, in part by streamlining the state and local permitting process for projects that shift the state away from using fossil fuels. The bill’s approval comes just weeks...
5 Massachusetts Counties That Are the Wettest Throughout the Entire State
As it has been especially evident the past couple days, Massachusetts gets its fair share of precipitation throughout any given season. Whether it's rain, snow, sleet, hail, or some bizarre wintry mix, we have seen it all on a yearly basis in the New England region. This week, we've seen an onslaught of rain as the weekly forecast seems to change on a daily basis so we might even see more this week. But in Massachusetts, what are the areas that get the most precipitation? What are the wettest counties in the Bay State?
First West Nile Virus positive mosquito sample confirmed in Western Mass.
EAST LONGMEADOW, MA (WGGB/WSHM) - West Nile Virus has been confirmed in a mosquito sample taken from East Longmeadow. It’s the first positive sample in western Massachusetts this season and the eleventh positive sample statewide. The sample from East Longmeadow was gathered on Monday, July 15th. At this point,...
More Storms Bring Humidity Relief
After a round of strong and severe storms moved through New England yesterday, we have another round coming through today. With another day featuring heat and humidity, it is again possible that we see a few strong and severe storms. For that reason, we have another severe thunderstorm watch issued for areas north and west of Boston. The main risk tonight is for damaging wind gusts but also expect torrential rain and lightning as well.
Massachusetts gas prices fell from last week: See how much here
State gas prices fell last week at an average of $3.49 per gallon of regular fuel on Monday, down from last week's price of $3.50 per gallon, according to the U.S. Energy Information Administration. The average fuel price in state has risen about 6 cents since last month. According to...
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