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Mass. Lottery’s Biggest Prize Winner Ever
What's the most amount of money you'll part with for a scratch ticket? Massachusetts has offered a $50 instant ticket for about 18 months now, but I've only purchased one. Scratch tickets are a great gift idea for gambling enthusiasts and are super fun to receive as well, but we all know Powerball is where the big money is at.
Chicopee Man Arrested in Springfield for DUI and Possession of Loaded Large-Capacity Firearm
In the early hours of this morning, Springfield law enforcement officers detained a man named Alexander Lopez, 29, after they caught him driving erratically on Tapley Street, according to a report released by the Springfield Police Department. Lopez was observed crossing the double yellow lines several times—a detail that prompted...
Berkshire region real estate sales
19 Grandview: Walter M Asdikian Jr T and Karen J. Landry of Adams to Sara L. Feth, $312,000 on 07/12/2024. 37-39 Grove Street: Francis S Szpak T and Berkshre Bank Tr of Adams to D&d Re Ventures LLC, $130,000 on 07/09/2024. 53 Spring Street: Adams Town Of of Adams to...
Leadership Camp helps campers build practical skills
(Mass Appeal) – The Community Leadership Camp has campers engage in daily internships with inspiring women entrepreneurs in our area. Christina Webster, from The Community Classroom, and Camper Lexi Matos share the experience.
Suspect in custody following I-91 pursuit
HOLYOKE, MA (WGGB/WSHM) - A suspect was arrested during a police chase on I-91 in Holyoke Thursday night. Around 9 p.m., troopers were involved in a pursuit on I-91 northbound. Mass. State Police confirmed to Western Mass News that a tire deflation device was successfully deployed, ending the pursuit. The...
Springfield and Vermont Residents Arrested in Drug and Gun Trafficking Sting, Face Federal Charges
Early on Wednesday, a coordinated law enforcement effort involving numerous agencies culminated in the arrest of four individuals on the 400 block of Berkshire Avenue. The operation kicked off at roughly 4:50 a.m., with the Springfield Police Firearms Investigation Unit (FIU), supported by state and federal teams, making entry to execute a federal search warrant obtained after a careful HSI investigation. This case has begun to paint a startling picture of drug and gun-related crimes.
Wildfire smoke could be visible in Massachusetts during weekend
BOSTON - It's looking like a great weekend weatherwise in Massachusetts, though you may notice some haze in the sky from wildfires on the west coast.If you were outdoors Thursday night, you likely noticed a big change in the feel of the air. Humidity levels dropped big time yesterday and the airmass overhead will remain quite dry and comfy right through this weekend.Wildfire smoke could be visibleFriday will be a sparkling day with nearly wall to wall sunshine. However, you may notice a bit of a hue or touch of haze in the air in some locations. This is our...
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...
2 people displaced following Chicopee apartment fire
CHICOPEE, MA (WGGB/WSHM) - Two people are without a place to stay after a fire broke out at an apartment building on Montcalm Street in Chicopee Thursday night. Chicopee fire crews responded to the kitchen fire in a first floor apartment around 9 p.m. We spoke with Matthew Gallanc, one...
1 person seriously injured in Chicopee crash
CHICOPEE, MA (WGGB/WSHM) - Memorial Drive in Chicopee was partially shut down for a serious car crash overnight. Chicopee Police responded to the scene around midnight. When our crews arrived, the car involved appeared to have sustained serious damage, as well as officers blocking off a portion of the road.
Two males injured in double shooting in Hartford
HARTFORD, Conn. (WTNH) — A double shooting early this morning in Hartford has sent two men to the hospital, said police. A shotspotter notification alerted Hartford police officers to 202 Blue Hills Ave. minutes before 4:30 a.m., where they found a male suffering from multiple gunshot wounds. The man was promptly transported to a hospital […]
Busts lead to 32 arrests, seizure of dozens of guns, thousands of fentanyl bags
HARTFORD, CT (WFSB) - A week of city-wide drug bust operations in led to dozens of arrests. Hartford police announced on Friday that they arrested 32 people and served 11 search warrants in their city. They said they targeted areas that were under investigation as a result of citizen complaints...
Update: Huge Massachusetts Company Laying Off Over 600 Employees Announces More Cuts
Pharmaceutical Company Laying Off 641 Employees Just Announced More Cuts. A little over a year ago, Takeda, one of the biggest companies in Massachusetts, was financially "in great shape," according to Forbes. What a difference a year can make. Takeda announced that they would lay off over 600 employees, according to Boston.com.
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