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Crash closes part of I-91 north in Longmeadow
LONGMEADOW, MA (WGGB/WSHM) – Part of Interstate 91 north in Longmeadow is closed following a crash. Mass. State Police said that the crash occurred after one tractor-trailer was rear-ended by another tractor-trailer. No injuries were reported, but the road had to be closed so crews could work to clean...
Chester Theatre Company Presents the World Premiere of “Will Sacrifice”
Will Sacrifice (World Premiere) with Ken Cheeseman, Catherine Lloyd Burns, and Greg Stuhr. This brand-new comedy introduces us to Bridget (Catherine Lloyd Burns) and Nigel’s (Ken Cheeseman) fraught marriage and their cramped NYC apartment. Bridget’s stagnant career convinces her to search for a country escape in the post 9/11 real estate gold rush in the Catskills. Armed with a limited budget and plenty of enthusiasm, she enlists the aid of Mr. Sunshine (Greg Stuhr) to help her realize her dream.
Thunderbirds announce temporary entrance during parking garage construction
The Springfield Thunderbirds have announced a temporary change in their office entrance due to ongoing construction at the parking garage located at the corner of Dwight Street and Bruce Landon Way.
Spirit of 2026: Westfield historians seek to honor city’s Revolution history
WESTFIELD — As the nation nears the 250th anniversary of the start of the American Revolution, many Massachusetts communities are reviewing their own history, including Westfield. Though the famous events of the mid-1770s were mostly in eastern Massachusetts — downtown Boston, Bunker Hill, Concord, Lexington — Westfield was a...
First-ever student ambassador program launches at Baystate Wing Hospital
Baystate Wing Hospital has successfully launched its inaugural Student Ambassador-Mini Medical School Program, designed to provide local high school students with an immersive experience in various healthcare fields.
Agawam 5-year-old takes a stand for kittens in need
Elizabeth Poggi knows what it means to make a difference — at age 5. Elizabeth wanted to run a lemonade stand this summer, and her parents – Rebecca and Richard Poggi – were happy to help. When Elizabeth asked if she could donate proceeds to Dakin Humane Society, her parents not only agreed, they promised to match what she made from her stand.
Mass. State Lottery winner: $1 million ticket sold at gas station
A winning $1 million lottery ticket was sold at a gas station in Massachusetts and the player came forward on Thursday to claim their prize. The $1 million prize was from the lottery’s “Bonus 100X” scratch ticket game, which costs $10 per ticket to play and was released on June 4. There are still three $4 million grand prizes and five $1 million prizes remaining to be claimed in the game as of July 26.
Parr discusses World War II
Sponsored by the Friends of the Tewksbury Public Library, the Needham Free Public Library (NFPL) shared an online event in which author James L. Parr discussed his newest book “World War II Massachusetts.” 100+ live attendees gathered together online, eager to hear how those living in Massachusetts during this time were active in World War II (WWII) and its efforts.
7-Year-Old From Massachusetts is a Finalist in National Mullet Competition
Now this is a contest I can support. Mullets are making a comeback, whether you like it or not. Today, a "modern mullet" is a very popular hairstyle with boys and men of all ages. A "modern mullet" is simply a mullet with not as much hair hanging on to...
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