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Chicopee park honors post-Sept. 11 military service, dogs
After years of false starts, an aspirational napkin sketch has finally become a reality with a new park in Chicopee honoring post-Sept. 11 military service and the contributions of military dogs. On June 1, public officials, military leaders, veterans, residents and dogs gathered to open a 7-acre space dedicated to...
Community comes together for ‘The Madonna of Springfield’ mural unveiling
A new mural in Springfield, the piece is just the latest in a growing number of public art pieces throughout the city. The goal is to beautify the city Springfield for the people who live and work here.
City Council discusses approving multiple capital purchases
CHICOPEE — During the City Council meeting on Aug. 6, Mayor John Vieau looked for the appropriation of 12 capital purchases totaling approximately $2.3 million in total funds for the City Council to approve. The City Council approved the first 11 purchases but sent the last one to the...
Holyoke celebrates Purple Heart Day with flag raising
HOLYOKE — Holyoke leaders and community members gathered outside City Hall on Aug. 8 to raise a flag in honor of Purple Heart Day. Purple Heart Day honors the men and women who have been wounded or killed in action while serving their country. The day also commemorates the creation of the Purple Heart, the oldest military medal in the United States, which was established by George Washington in 1782.
96th Westfield Fair promotes agriculture, entertainment
Barrel racer Karlee Benincasa turns the corner and heads for the finish line at the 2023 Westfield Fair. WESTFIELD — Asked why people should attend a New England County Fair, Andy Freniere, who serves on the Board of Directors for The Westfield Fair, didn’t skip a beat. “If I had to sum it up in one sentence it would be to support your local farmers, small business and agriculture education,” Freniere said, adding that the 501c3 nonprofit organization provides an opportunity for local exhibitors to enter and compete in agriculture-based competitions.
Mental health support extended to BIPOC residents in Springfield
SPRINGFIELD, Mass. (WGGB/WSHM) - The poverty rate in Springfield is more than double the national average according to U.S. Census data. Studies have shown people living in poverty have a higher risk for behavioral health issues like anxiety and depression, especially for black and brown communities. Now, a local nonprofit...
The Big E kicks off 4th annual job fair
SPRINGFIELD, Mass. (WGGB/WSHM) - The countdown is officially on as we are exactly one month away from the Big E and on Tuesday, people came to the fairgrounds hoping to get a job at this year’s event. There was no hesitation for dozens of every day people looking to...
‘Phenomenal’ NNO exceeds expectations with large crowd
AGAWAM — Loren Forastiere Kastner has been coming to Agawam’s National Night Out (NNO) since the town’s police department organized the first one in 2013. She’s never disappointed. “I like all the demonstrations — the Jaws of Life and the K9 dogs especially — but what...
Chicopee Police Department hosts National Night Out for 30th year
CHICOPEE — National Night Out is an annual community-building campaign that promotes police-community partnerships and neighborhood camaraderie. For its 30th year, Chicopee hosted its rendition of the event at Sarah Jane Park on Aug. 7. Multiple vendors, organizations, businesses and public safety units set up booths to engage with the community.
Creative Kids approaches 40th anniversary
WESTFIELD — Their business relationship has lasted longer than most marriages — partners Sherri Morini and Fran Frere are approaching four decades running the Creative Kids preschool together in Westfield. “We each stay in our lane,” said Morini. “Fran takes care of the curriculum—I take care of purchasing...
Belchertown woman charged with OUI in connection with fatal Mass. Pike crash
A 46-year-old woman was driving under the influence of alcohol when she crashed into a van on Interstate 90 in Ludlow on Saturday evening, pushing the van off the highway and killing its driver, according to prosecutors. Nicole Deren, of Belchertown, is charged with operation while under the influence of...
New Russell-Montgomery Police Dept. garage dedicated to veteran
RUSSELL — The new Russell-Montgomery Police Department garage on the grounds of the former Russell Elementary School was dedicated to decorated Vietnam veteran Jan “Boomer” Boomsma of Russell who passed away in 2022 and was the father of Mark Boomsma, who built the garage for the town.
Why is the sky hazy? Wildfire smoke returning to Boston
BOSTON - Have you noticed a little haze in the sky today? Wildfire smoke is back in Massachusetts.Smoke from wildfires raging in the western United States and northwestern Canada is finding its way back to New England. As the summer wears on, more and more wildfires are breaking out to our west. In the image below, you can see all of the small fire icons representing a wildfire that is currently out of control. These fires are producing a very large smoke plume that is carried up to high levels of the atmosphere and transported in the direction of the...
Mansfield Incident, Massachusetts State Trooper on Leave After Arrest for Alleged Domestic Violence
A Massachusetts State Trooper has been stripped of his duties and placed on leave after an arrest for an alleged domestic violence incident. According to NBC10 Boston, the Trooper, Richard Whelan, is currently under investigation by internal affairs following his detainment by Mansfield police. Whelan, 27, reportedly engaged in a...
Response team makes incredible save after spotting humpback whale entangled in fishing rope: 'Many thanks goes to the crew'
The agency sent out its Marine Animal Entanglement Response team to disentangle the animal and ensure it could swim freely once again. After getting a call about a humpback whale trapped in fishing gear east of Boston, the local entanglement response team came to the pair's rescue and set them free.
On This Day: Janis Joplin Performs Her Final Performance Ever in 1970
Janis Joplin was one of the most unique and powerful vocalists of the 20th century. She passed away at the age of 27 long before her time, and one can’t help but wonder what she would have done with her career if she hadn’t left us so young. We can look back at a short but rich career full of stellar performances to remember her by. One important performance, in particular, was her 1970 set at Harvard Stadium in Boston, Massachusetts. On this day in 1970, that particular set marked Janis Joplin’s final performance before her death two months later.
Celtics player got 6-time NBA All-Star to officiate his wedding
Payton Pritchard called in the big guns as he got married over the weekend. The Boston Celtics guard Pritchard tied the knot with his girlfriend Emma MacDonald on Sunday. One noteworthy part of the ceremony, which took place in Cape Cod, Mass., was that the wedding officiant was none other than … former NBA star... The post Celtics player got 6-time NBA All-Star to officiate his wedding appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.
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