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People in Business: July 15, 2024
Liz Larson has been appointed executive director of the Amherst Historical Society. The society has been with without an executive director since 2011. **************************************************. If you purchase a product or register for an account through a link on our site, we may receive compensation. By using this site, you consent...
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...
'Pedal to the metal.' With Sagamore Bridge replacement funded, focus is on getting started
SAGAMORE BEACH — With all the money now secured to replace the Sagamore Bridge, all hands are on deck to get the project started as quickly as possible. "We now begin what's called the design-build phase of this, and we're looking to have shovels in the ground by no later than 2027," Gov....
MSPCA working with TJO, local shelters to get animals adopted
SPRINGFIELD, Mass. (WGGB/WSHM) - As the bay state looks to clear out their shelters, one animal protection organization is making it a little easier. “We had people waiting at the door today waiting for the doors to open and meet the dogs, and when the kennels are full, we need to get them out into homes,” expressed Heather Cahillane.
Failure to put down dying dog is not crime, Massachusetts high court rules
The state’s highest court said it does not approve of Maryann Russo’s decision to have her 14-year-old cockapoo die at home, declining a veterinarian’s recommendation to euthanize her very ill pet, but justices determined her choice does not violate the state’s animal cruelty laws. In considering the case, the Supreme Judicial Court ruled Monday that […] The post Failure to put down dying dog is not crime, Massachusetts high court rules appeared first on Rhode Island Current.
State declares western region under mild drought conditions
As a result of the declaration, the state's drought management plan is in place and requires detailed monitoring of drought conditions, coordination among state and federal agencies, and technical outreach and assistance to any affected municipalities.
22News Notebook for July 13th-15th
The 22News Notebook is Working for You with a look at these upcoming events in our western Massachusetts area:. (Show canceled if it rains) We’re happy to help spread the word about your non-profit event. Email details at least 2 weeks in advance to: notebook@wwlp.com.
Old Deerfield Sunday Afternoon Concert Series
Deerfield - Old Deerfield Sunday Afternoon Concert Series runs through Sept. 1 in the Victorian setting of the Memorial Hall Museum’s Music Room at 3 p.m. Tickets are $15 for adults; $8 for seniors and students. Tickets available at the door. July 21 is Bella Voce, featuring Lisa Woods,...
Western Mass Native Sobieski Joins Massachusetts Hockey Incoming Class
AMHERST, Mass. - The University of Massachusetts has added 6-1, 181-pound right-shot defenseman Kazimier Sobieski to the squad for the 2024-25 season, head coach Greg Carvel announced on Tuesday. Sobieski, a Deerfield, Massachusetts native, joins forward Cameron Dunn, defensemen Francesco Dell'Elce, Daniel Jencko, Larry Keenan, Charlie Lieberman and Finn Loftus and goaltender James Norton as the eighth member of the Minutemen's incoming freshman class.
Belchertown Stops Pittsfield Post 68
PITTSFIELD, Mass. – Belchertown Post 239’s Cooper Beckwith set the tone when he crushed the game’s first pitch to left-center field for a double. The visitors went on to pound out 14 more hits in a 9-1 win over Pittsfield Post 68 in American Legion Baseball action at Buddy Pellerin Field on Monday night.
Hampden County Sheriff’s Deputy rescues red-tailed hawk
CHICOPEE, Mass. (WGGB/WSHM) - The Hampden County Sheriff member rescued a red-tailed hawk in Chicopee over the weekend. When patrolling the Sara James Sherman Memorial Pool on Sunday Deputy Stephen Rose spotted a hawk that had crash landed nearby. Without hesitation, Deputy Rose sprang into action, rescuing the bird while...
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.
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