Lee
LATEST NEWS
Basilica Soundscape Returns to Hudson This September
This September, the town of Hudson, NY, will host the 2024 Basilica Soundscape Music Festival. From September 27-29, fans and attendees can see a wide variety of concerts, art installations, and high-tech performances from local and nationwide artists. Founded in 2010 by Melissa Auf der Maur, Patrick Doyle, and Tony...
New York State Police Warn About Underhanded and ‘Sophisticated’ Scam
Scams are unfortunately nothing new in the Hudson Valley or the surrounding New York area. Luckily, law enforcement is working hard to stay one step ahead of the criminals looking to make a score. This week, New York State Police (NYSP) are warning residents about a new "sophisticated" scam targeting...
Massive Text Scam Threatens New York State Drivers
As the summer rolls on, and the road trips and vacations continue, there are some criminals at work here in New York State. There is a new warning about a scam that as been circulating that may cost you big money if you are caught off guard. With the Independence...
Rest stop restaurants should be open 24/7
Driving back from Vermont a week ago for a short trip, we stopped on the New York State Thruway to fill up and grab a coffee. As per usual on a Summer Sunday, the highway was crowded with traffic, mostly families trying to get back to Jersey to prepare for the coming work week. It was early so the crowds weren't too bad for us, but the lines at the other storefronts were starting to grow.
Westfield author shares thoughts on America’s political challenges, solutions
WESTFIELD — Former mayoral candidate and Army veteran Michael L. Roeder is promoting his first book, “Upside Down: America in Trouble 2024.”. In this book, Roeder reflects, and offers solutions, on problems in the U.S political system, immigration, the scourge of drugs, the national debt, corruption, climate change, war and the economy. “Upside Down” has eight themed chapters plus a ninth chapter which is a recap, and an afterword in the form of a diary Roeder kept after he finished the main part of the book.
4th of July parade in Chesterfield brings together Hilltowns, visitors from near and far
Thousands flocked to the western Massachusetts Hilltown of Chesterfield for its annual 4th of July parade. The event puts locals and neighboring communities on display while celebrating the nation’s independence – with visitors including a number of international students taking in the spectacle. Rounding the intersection of South...
KEEPING COTTAGE STREET AFFORDABLE: ARTIST WORKSPACES THREATENED IN WESTERN MASS
Of late, Easthampton, in Western Massachusetts, has become more arts and artist-centric, perhaps due to the handful of mill buildings housing artist workspaces and creative small businesses. Some also say it’s due to overflow from artsy Northampton, about 15 minutes north. It’s also because it’s still considered “affordable.”
Greenfield Fireworks postponed to Sunday
GREENFIELD, MA (FRANKLIN COUNTY NOW) — Due to the threat of inclement weather Saturday night, the annual Greenfield Fireworks Celebration will now take place on Sunday instead. Festivities will get underway at 4:00 p.m. Sunday at Beacon Field, with live musical performances and several food vendors. The fireworks display...
1 dead, 2 injured in Springfield shooting
SPRINGFIELD, MA (WGGB/WSHM) – One person is dead and two others were injured in an early morning shooting in Springfield. Springfield Police spokesperson Ryan Walsh said that officers responded to a ShotSpotter activation in the area of Niagara Street and Oswego Street around 12:50 a.m. Friday. When police arrived,...
Single family residence sells in Amherst for $836,000
A 2,704-square-foot house built in 1998 has changed hands. The spacious property located at 55 Woodlot Road in Amherst was sold on June 13, 2024, for $836,000, or $309 per square foot. This two-story house boasts a generous living space with four bedrooms and three bathrooms. The home's external structure has a gable roof design, covered with asphalt roofing. The property is equipped with hot water heating and a cooling system. The property encompasses a generous 1.8-acre of land.
Tax cuts will aid creation of 19 apartments at historic Wright’s Block in Holyoke
HOLYOKE — Redevelopment plans for a distressed block in downtown Holyoke got a financial boost this week. Developer Bill Womeldorf of Urbanist will be eligible for $2 million in tax incentives. If you purchase a product or register for an account through a link on our site, we may...
Overdrive Monster Trucks at the Franklin County Fairgrounds
The Overdrive Monster Trucks visited the Franklin County Fairgrounds in Greenfield, Massachusetts, competing in the stunt showdown, time trail racing, and freestyle. The trucks that took part in this event were Virginia Giant, Toxic, Krazy Train, Plane Krazy, and Bad News Travels Fast. MonsterTruckinatorTV filmed these events. Subscribe to their...
MassHire Career Center Responds to Changing Landscape
It was the spring of 2022, and Kevin Lynn was starting to think the job fairs conducted three times a year at the Basketball Hall of Fame by MassHire Springfield Career Center — which he serves as executive director — had run their course. Attendance among job seekers,...
Single-family house sells in Longmeadow for $1.3 million
A spacious house located at 167 Pendleton Lane in Longmeadow has a new owner. The 6,215-square-foot property, built in 2005, was sold on June 10, 2024. The $1,315,000 purchase price works out to $212 per square foot. This two-story home provides a generous living space with its four bedrooms and three bathrooms. The home's outer design showcases a a gable roof frame, with roofing materials crafted from asphalt. Inside, a fireplace enhances the ambiance of the living area. The property is equipped with forced air heating and a cooling system. Additionally, the home comes with a garage. The lot size of the property measures an impressive 1.5-acre.
Welcome to NewsBreak, an open platform where diverse perspectives converge. Most of our content comes from established publications and journalists, as well as from our extensive network of tens of thousands of creators who contribute to our platform. We empower individuals to share insightful viewpoints through short posts and comments. It’s essential to note our commitment to transparency: our Terms of Use acknowledge that our services may not always be error-free, and our Community Standards emphasize our discretion in enforcing policies. We strive to foster a dynamic environment for free expression and robust discourse through safety guardrails of human and AI moderation. Join us in shaping the news narrative together.