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Community grasps for meaning after killing: ‘He was a humble, kind man’
HOLYOKE — Leonardo Ortiz, Jr., was packing up his little brother Dexter’s things when, inside a reusable grocery bag, he found tiny objects neatly wrapped in newspaper. “They were my father’s old model cars,” Ortiz realized after unpacking each one. “He loved my father.”. If...
Lawmakers call for state investigation into South Hadley nursing home
SOUTH HADLEY — Concerned for its financial stability and the ability to care for its patients, two lawmakers have asked the state to launch an investigation into a South Hadley nursing home. In a joint letter to Attorney General Andrea Joy Campbell and Secretary of Health and Human Services...
Cape Cod bridges could be replaced by late 2030s, officials say
With the nearly $1 billion in federal funding announced last week, the Sagamore Bridge can be replaced with construction set for 2027. While Massachusetts officials celebrated the recent nearly $1 billion in federal funding which will launch the replacement of the Sagamore Bridge, they clarified that the project to replace both bridges to Cape Cod could extend into the late 2030s.
Bluebike offering free rides during Red Line shutdown
Riders can enter the code MBTAREDJULY in the Bluebikes app to receive five free rides throughout the shutdown. Red Line shutdown disrupting your commute? You might want to switch to something blue. No, not the Blue Line. Bluebikes. Insurance company Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts is offering free rides...
Mass. weather: Severe storms, tornadoes, hail could hit state Tuesday night
Severe storms and tornadoes could batter parts of Massachusetts Tuesday night, ahead of what is expected to be the last day of excessive heat on Wednesday, the National Weather Service announced. These strong to severe storms are expected to start between 5 p.m. and 7 p.m., beginning in parts of...
Several road closures reported due to downed power lines, trees after storm
(WGGB/WSHM) - After a severe storm hits parts of Western Massachusetts, several counties are reporting road closures due to downed power lines and trees. Police and fire departments across Hampden, Hampshire, Franklin and Berkshire County are responding and some are even calling extra resources to assist. Officials also remind the...
Northampton, Pope Francis summer girls soccer teams learn valiant lessons in hot matchup
NORTHAMPTON – With temperatures near triple digits and humidity on the rise, it was clear Monday night’s Pioneer Valley summer girls soccer league game between Pope Francis and Northampton was going to be challenging. Despite those previous mentions, both teams remained determined to play until the final whistle....
College of Engineering Celebrates Successful STEM Program
Western New England University's College of Engineering recently concluded its week-long STEM program. The exploratory program, hosted by the Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering (ECE), was designed to provide middle and high school students with hands-on, project-based learning experiences in STEM fields. Dr. Neeraj Magotra, chair of the ECE...
Basile joins Women's Volleyball staff
SPRINGFIELD, Massachusetts – American International College Director of Volleyball Matthew Cribbin has named Michael Basile as Assistant Women's Volleyball Coach, he announced on Monday, July 15. Basile will assist in all aspects of the program. "I'm thrilled to announce Mike Basile as the next assistant women's volleyball coach. Mike...
License Law Changes For Mass. Residents Over 75
Are older drivers responsible for more motor vehicle crashes in Massachusetts? The state of Massachusetts says no. Statistics tell us that the crash rate for older drivers is relatively low due to the fact that most older drivers tend to self-regulate by taking simple but important precautions. -mass.gov. I bet...
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