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Fourth of July parade takes place in East Longmeadow
SPRINGFIELD, Mass. (WGGB/WSHM) - The East Longmeadow parade was held this morning, bringing many businesses, organizations, and members of the surrounding communities together on Fourth of July. East Longmeadow has kicked off their Fourth of July festivities with a parade starting at East Longmeadow High School, and it will end...
Hooters Presence in Connecticut is Hanging on By a Very Thin Thread
On Monday (7/1/24) the Manchester, Connecticut Hooters location announced it would be closing its doors after almost 20 years. The announcement was made on the Manchester Hooters Facebook page and read:. "After nearly two decades of hot wings, cold beer, and great memories Hooters of Manchester has made the difficult...
Springfield farmer’s market helping make produce affordable for residents
SPRINGFIELD, Mass. (WGGB/WSHM) - Despite the recent wet weather we’ve been seeing in western Massachusetts, the Forest Park farmer’s market has remained open this season. “Everybody in the community should have access to all the benefits of the market which is fresh local food,” said farmer’s market owner Jodi Manning.
Dog in poor condition found abandoned in filthy crate in Belchertown
A dog was found abandoned in a squalid crate on the side of the road in Belchertown, Massachusetts, earlier this week, and officials are looking for the owner. Belchertown Animal Control posted some graphic photos to their Facebook account of the poor, sweet beagle, who they believe is about two years old.
Windsor's Vintage Radio and Communications Museum hit with unexpected expense
WINDSOR, Conn. — A hidden gem of history needs the community's help to hang on. The Vintage Radio and Communications Museum of Connecticut is getting hit with an unexpected expense. The museum in Windsor, which showcases technology of the past, said they need support more now than ever to...
Remember these safety tips when grilling this summer
SPRINGFIELD, Mass. (WWLP) – July 4th weekend is a time for backyard barbeques. Of course, there are important safety measures to take to avoid any grill-related accidents. While the patriotic spirit is carrying on through the holiday weekend, so is backyard barbecuing. Many people will still be grilling over the weekend, but not without acknowledging safety concerns.
Highways busy as holiday travel gets underway
SPRINGFIELD, MA (WGGB/WSHM) -- AAA is estimating record travel numbers for the Fourth of July as tens of millions of travelers are set to travel by air, land, and sea to get to where they need to go for Independence Day. AAA forecasts that the holiday travel rush will be between 2 p.m. and 7 p.m.
'We Survived Together': Monson Iraq Veteran Rescues Cat From Deployment
The "Cat Daddy," who lives in Monson, picked up the moniker after he adopted a feline friend he made during his first deployment. During his second stint overseas — last year in Iraq — he made another. So when it was time to return home, members of his unit turned to him to see if he would be willing to do it again.
Sabores Mexicanos Restaurant offers scratch made, authentic cuisine
ENFIELD — If you are craving authentic Mexican cuisine, there’s a new restaurant at 112 Spring St. in Enfield that makes everything from scratch. Sabores Mexicanos Restaurant serves tacos, burritos, quesadillas, taquitos, nachos, empanadas, flautas and queso, along with fresh margaritas, mojitos and cantaritos. Owner Miguel Alavez said,...
Culture to Do: July 3, 2024
Thursday, July 4 at 11 a.m. Center for New Americans, partnering with U.S. Citizenship & Immigration Services (USCIS), is holding their 16th annual naturalization ceremony on the grounds of the historic Northampton Courthouse. You can learn more about it by listening to the Fabulous 413’s recent interview with Center for New Americans director Laurie Millman and others.
Dress for Success Receives Grant for Women’s Career Center
Dress for Success of Western Massachusetts (DFSWM), the area’s only workforce-development organization focused exclusively on the needs of women and gender non-conforming people, is expanding its programming to include a new women’s career center in downtown Springfield. The organization recently received a three-year, $133,000 grant from the Women’s Foundation of Boston to help fund this expansion.
“Pulling at the Roots” is Extended at Historic Northampton
EXTENDED: July 5 at 6:30, July 6 at 2:00 and 6:30, July 7 at 6:30. a series of three site-specific plays that move the audience through three centuries of Northampton history, commissioned by Historic Northampton. Circling Suspicion by Talya Kingston, brings us into the home and mind of Mary Bliss...
Brimfield’s Bread Basket: A Tour of the Top 21 Bakeries in Town
Brimfield, Massachusetts is a small, picturesque town located in Hampden County known for its charming New England scenery and historic homes. Despite its small size, Brimfield boasts a variety of local bakeries that offer delicious pastries, breads, and desserts to satisfy any sweet tooth. Whether you’re craving a traditional apple...
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