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Northampton, Granby fire departments facing staffing shortages
NORTHAMPTON, MA (WGGB/WSHM) - Local fire departments, including Northampton, are in need of new applicants. “We are suffering for personnel right now. We need help. We are eight to ten personnel short,” said Northampton Assistant Fire Chief Matthew Lumberg. Departments including Northampton and Granby said staffingshortages are at an...
Uplift Barber Studio offered kids free haircuts before they return to school
PITTSFIELD, Mass. — Chayse Smith is happy with his new haircut and the backpack he received at Uplift Barber Studio in Pittsfield. Uplift Barber Studio offered free haircuts for kids. Haircuts for kids 12 and under. Owner Carlton Rose wanted to give back to the community. Pittsfield Public Scools...
Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce Fans Believe They Caught the Couple During a Fun-Filled Date Night
Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce have been seen worldwide together since they started dating about a year ago. However, lately, the couple has been forced to spend some time apart as their careers called. Kelce has been preparing for the upcoming NFL season, and Swift has been out on her Eras tour in Europe. Although they did get some time together recently. Fans believe they saw the couple at a Kenny Chesney show the other night.
West Springfield man pleads guilty to indecent assault on a child under 14
A West Springfield man has pleaded guilty to indecent assault and battery on a child under 14 in connection with incidents from years ago, according to police. Raymond Weber was originally charged with rape of a child with force and two counts of indecent assault and battery on a child under 14 in 2019. In a plea agreement approved by his victim, who police say is now an adult man, Weber pleaded guilty just one of the three counts on Aug. 7 in Hampden County Superior Court, West Springfield police wrote on Facebook on Friday.
Off the Menu: Will Chipotle CEO bring his expertise to Starbucks?
Can one man’s efforts re-energize a global restaurant brand?. That’s the question that dominated the restaurant industry newsfeed last week following the announcement that Brian Niccol, the former Chipotle Mexican Grill chief executive was, as of September 9, joining Starbucks as CEO. Niccol is coming off a successful...
Stop & Shop to kick the habit, ending all tobacco sales. There will be a buyback day, too
QUINCY ‒ Consumers can no longer purchase cigarettes and other tobacco products at Stop & Shop, according to a press release issued by the Quincy-based grocery retailer on Monday. The company is promoting the move as part of its "commitment to community wellness." All 360 Stop & Shop locations across Massachusetts, Rhode Island, Connecticut, New York and New Jersey will end tobacco sales Aug. 31, according to the press release. ...
Time to wake up early kids, it's back to school!
Students across Massachusetts are headed back to school this week and local school leaders are preparing for their return and anticipating what the new school year will bring. “They know that when they’re coming back to school, they’re coming back to friendships, new learning,” said Medford Superintendent Maurice Edouard-Vincent. “It’s critically important for us to let them know we are ready to warmly welcome you. We’re excited to have you. We want you to be here.”
Man using wife's old phone number for lottery picks wins jackpot
LEICESTER - A Massachusetts man whose wife has inspired his lottery picks for decades finally hit the jackpot.Kevin Connor, who lives in the Rochdale village of Leicester, won a $2.64 million Megabucks jackpot on Saturday. He chose to receive a one-time payment of more than $1.8 million before taxes.He has his wife to thank for the big win."Connor said he has been playing the same Megabucks numbers for over thirty years," the Lottery said. "He plays a combination that consists of his wife's old landline number from when they first started dating, as well as his wife's favorite number."Lottery winner...
Spraying planned in 5 Central Mass. towns with high EEE risk: Questions and answers
The state will conduct spraying in five Central Massachusetts towns, starting Tuesday night and continuing for additional days, to kill mosquitoes that could carry the potentially deadly Eastern equine encephalitis. Trucks will spray in Douglas, Dudley, Oxford, Sutton and Uxbridge to minimize the risk of contracting EEE, according to a press release from the...
Monday's Child: Curious and affectionate Xaven, 4, loves to sing and play with his toys
Xaven, 4, loves to sing. Xaven is a curious and affectionate biracial child of African-American and Caucasian descent who loves to sing. He likes to play with his toys, especially those that make noises. Xaven also enjoys playing with cars and trucks, and watching TV. His favorite TV show is "Cocomelon." ...
Students discuss summer Dining Commons experiences
As the season winds to a close, students who stayed on Mount Holyoke College’s campus this summer reflected on their experiences with the food options available in the Dining Commons through interviews with Mount Holyoke News. In the past, MHN has spoken to students and alumni about their varied...
Funding approved for boiler replacement at Leeds Elementary School
NORTHAMPTON — In a unanimous vote, the Northampton City Council approved the appropriation of $354,250 from the General Stabilization Fund for the replacement of boilers at Leeds Elementary School during its Aug. 15 meeting. According to the order that went in front of the council, a replacement is necessary...
Ware Planning Board continues to discuss two solar array projects
WARE — During the Planning Board meeting on Aug. 15, representatives from Melink Solar Energy discussed two solar projects that have been discussed since 2019. Melink Solar Development Business Development Partner Jeremy Chapman led most of the meeting but was also joined by CJ Bertin and attorney T.J. Recupero.
Popular Holiday Tradition Returns to a Cozy Massachusetts Town
There's nothing like winter in New England. Much like the fall season, people visit states like Massachusetts to take in the winter culture and holiday cheer. There are some very popular holiday events in Massachusetts during the winter including the Bright Nights display at Forrest Park in Springfield or the Holiday Pops at Symphony Hall in Boston but there is one that recreates a historic painting in the beautiful rolling hills of the Berkshires.
Eastman Chemical laying off 60; will close a manufacturing line at Indian Orchard plant
SPRINGFIELD – Eastman Chemical Co. – the largest chemical plant in New England and one of the city’s biggest factory employers – will no longer make solvent-based resins at its Indian Orchard plant. The closure will result in 60 layoffs out of a staff of more...
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