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'Unofficial end to Summer': Cold front to bring isolated thunderstorms to Mass.
It’s the “unofficial end to Summer” as a cold front brings rain and thunderstorms to Massachusetts over Labor Day weekend, National Weather Service forecasters predict. There is a slight chance for rain during the day on Saturday but the biggest chance is Saturday night, according to the weather service.
Mass. State Lottery winner: Stop & Shop sells $100,000 winning ticket
Of the millions of dollars won Wednesday by lottery players in Massachusetts, $100,000 was won from a ticket sold at a Stop & Shop in the state. The $100,000 prize was from the daily “Mass Cash” drawing. The winning numbers for the drawing were 4, 8, 26, 27 and 28. The ticket was sold at the Stop & Shop in New Bedford.
Public Comment: Moving Trash Bylaw Forward, Council Should Heed Advice from Mass DEP
The following public comment was presented at the meeting of the Town Services and Outreach Committed on August 29,2024. Following that meeting, the author appended comments on the meeting. My name is Darcy DuMont and I’m speaking on behalf of Zero Waste Amherst. We are very gratified that the waste...
Popular Western Massachusetts Drummer Now Touring With Sammy Hagar
When you're a popular musician or band like Bob Seger, Smashing Pumpkins, Jon Bon Jovi, Melissa Ethridge or Ozzy Osbourne who do you turn to for a fill-in drummer when yours is unavailable? The answer is former Berkshire County resident Kenny Aronoff. Kenny Aronoff who is from Stockbridge and is...
WMass Rankings Countdown: Springfield Central football debuts at No. 1
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Westfield board wants silt fence near river removed before new project starts
WESTFIELD — The Conservation Commission wants a silt fence removed before it closes out a 2018 demolition order that’s holding up the installation of a picnic area at Mrs. C’s Soft Serve & Cafe. “Do your work and we’ll release the bond,” said Commissioner Robert Florek....
AT&T Seeks Permanent Cell Tower at Transfer Station
PITTSFIELD, Mass. — AT&T plans to replace a temporary cell tower with a permanent one on the Casella property. The Zoning Board of Appeals supported variances and a special permit to facilitate a permanent wireless monopole facility at 500 Hubbard Ave., where Casella Waste Systems operates a transfer station.
Here’s Why Some Massachusetts Residents May Lose Their Cable
Massachusetts residents know all too well how the cost of everyday items has been skyrocketing over the last few years. When you have to stay on a tight budget to make ends meet you may have to cut out a few services so you can pay your other priority bills.
Women's Soccer Falls in Season Home Opener to Regis
DARTMOUTH, Mass. – The UMass Dartmouth women's soccer team dropped their season home opener against the Pride of Regis College (Mass.) on Friday afternoon by a final score of 4-1 from Cressy Field. The Corsairs start the 2024 season 0-1 while the Pride pick up their first victory of the year on the road.
Community Breakfast Celebrates UMass/Town Collaboration
The 57th annual Community Breakfast, held at the UMass Student Union Ballroom on August 27, featured high praise for the accomplishments of the university, a recounting of the growing number of collaborative projects involving the town and the campus, and a chance for town and campus leaders to engage in table talk, exploring new possibilities for cooperation. The sellout crowd was dense with local officials, including representatives form Amherst, Belchertown, Easthampton, Hadley, Hatfield, Leverett, and South Hadley as well as most of the local legislative delegation. The UMass Marching Band performed and UMass dining services drew high praise from nearly every speaker. UMass Chancellor Javier Reyes announced that very morning they had been named by Princeton Review as the top campus food in the country for an unprecedented eighth consecutive year. The event was co-sponsored by UMass and the Amherst Area Chamber of Commerce.
Inside the Huddle Podcast: Getting to Know Allie Palmieri
This article is a part of the Inside the Huddle podcast series, which is run by the Women’s Basketball side of the Massachusetts Collective. Inside the Huddle will feature interviews with current players as part of the Massachusetts Collective’s monthly newsletters. The first edition of the series features current UMass player, Allie Palmieri, who joined the team in the 2023-24 season, but redshirted with the team last season.
Adam Quenneville Roofing and Siding Keeps Aiming Higher
Adam Quenneville will soon open a new building next door to his South Hadley headquarters and move all the office functions there. One benefit will be an expansion of warehouse space in the current building that currently stores about $500,000 worth of materials — basically, everything but the shingles that get delivered directly to project sites.
Massachusetts Health Department warns residents about Triple E and West Nile Virus Concerns this Labor Day Weekend
LUDLOW, Mass. – (WWLP) Western Massachusetts is in the low and moderate risk levels for both West Nile Virus and Eastern Equine Encephalitis. Baystater’s are expected to head outdoors this weekend to enjoy the last bit of summer, and there are a few ways you can protect yourself during peak mosquito season.
More gamblers tell UMass survey they see more harms than good to betting
An increasing number of Massachusetts residents who gamble regularly say they are pessimistic on the practice’s effect on society, according to a recent survey conducted by researchers at the University of Massachusetts. On Thursday, UMass researchers presented their findings to the Massachusetts Gaming Commission of three online surveys of...
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