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5/16/2026 3:11:55 PM

1,000 Massachusetts farms saved from development by groundbreaking farmland access law

Massachusetts is celebrating a significant milestone in its long-term battle against development pressure. The Department of Agricultural Resources (MDAR) has announced that the Commonwealth’s Agricul...

5/16/2026 1:18:39 AM

Puerto Rico Comes to Life in Urban Gateway: A Caribbean Food and Music Bash Takes Springfield This June

Puerto Rican Cultural Block Party Set to Take Over Springfield in JunePreparations are well underway for a major cultural event billed as "La Casita Experience," which will transform a section of Spri...

5/11/2026 7:18:20 AM

Overnight closures start Monday for I-291 eastbound ramps in Springfield

Overnight Ramps on I-291 Eastbound Facing Full Temporary ClosureDrivers planning to use Interstate 291 East in Springfield overnight should prepare for detours. Comprehensive construction work will fo...

5/5/2026 3:03:09 AM

Springfield police probe Knox Street shooting that left two wounded

Investigation Launched After Shooting Leaves Two Victims in Critical Condition in SpringfieldPolice in Springfield are actively pursuing leads following a late-night shooting incident that resulted in...

5/3/2026 7:10:05 PM

Construction triggers Center Street detour in Ludlow

Ludlow Road Work Forces Lane Shift on Main ThroughfareDrivers navigating through Ludlow should be aware of a new traffic disruption, as road construction has led to a planned detour along a key segmen...

5/3/2026 3:12:19 AM

Massachusetts residents told to brace for heightened wildfire danger

Dry Conditions Raise Alarm in Massachusetts as Officials Call for Vigilance State authorities are urging residents to take immediate precautions against wildfire threats as dangerously dry weather pe...

4/24/2026 1:12:45 AM

Springfield crews battle house fire on Ruskin Street as thick smoke and flames erupt from the residence.

Crews Battle Residential Blaze on Springfield’s Ruskin StreetMultiple fire units were dispatched to a burning home on Ruskin Street in Springfield this evening, marking the latest residential emergenc...

4/21/2026 7:16:46 PM

Nayroby Rosa Takes the Helm as New Chief Operating Officer

Community Development Leader Elevated to Key Executive Role in HolyokeHOLYOKE — A prominent local community development organization has announced a significant internal promotion, naming a longtime t...

5/16/2026 1:19:03 AM

Greenfield Community College faculty deliver second no-confidence vote against embattled president

Greenfield Community College Faculty Once Again Vote No Confidence in PresidentFor the second time, faculty and staff at Greenfield Community College have issued a vote of no confidence in the institu...

5/11/2026 7:20:13 AM

Bear cub goes viral after adorable backyard bird feeder grab in Montgomery

Curious Bear Cub Mistakes Backyard Feeder for a Snack in MontgomeryA Montgomery family received an unexpected backyard visitor this week when a young black bear cub decided to investigate their bird f...

5/5/2026 3:03:24 AM

Swap claims stunned markets as high court validates betting prediction lawsuit

High Court Examines Legality of Sports Prediction Markets in Major Massachusetts CaseThe highest judicial authority in the state is currently scrutinizing the boundaries between friendly wagering and ...

5/5/2026 3:02:29 AM

Westfield State University helps create New York’s first Inclusive Postsecondary Education Day to expand college access

Westfield State University Takes the Lead on Landmark Inclusive Education DayMassachusetts celebrated a historic first this week, marking the inaugural Inclusive Postsecondary Education Day across the...

5/3/2026 7:07:57 PM

Designer Consignor in Southwick Opens Bankruptcy-Era Clearance with Deep Cuts

Designer Consignor in Southwick Launches Going-Out-of-Business SaleA long-standing consignment boutique in Southwick has officially started its final farewell, signaling the end of an era for fashion-...

4/27/2026 7:19:37 AM

Springfield police find missing man with dementia safe

Springfield Police Urge Public’s Aid in Locating Missing Man with DementiaAuthorities in Springfield are appealing to the community for assistance in finding a vulnerable man who has gone missing. The...

4/24/2026 1:12:25 AM

Brazilian man gets prison for selling fentanyl and unlicensed guns in Massachusetts.

Brazilian Citizen Gets Prison Time for Running Illegal Gun and Fentanyl Sales in MassachusettsA Brazilian national residing in Massachusetts has received a significant prison sentence for orchestratin...

4/21/2026 7:16:21 PM

House GOP Backs State Auditor's Legal Challenge Against Court

House GOP Backs Auditor's Bid for Expanded Oversight PowerA significant political development unfolded on Beacon Hill this week as Massachusetts House Republicans formally endorsed State Auditor Diana...

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5/19/2026 3:20:37 PM

Man hurls keg through window of Georgetown cupcake shop

Suspicious Keg Toss Shatters Morning Calm at Georgetown BakeryA heavily-loaded keg was hurled through the front window of a popular cupcake shop in Georgetown early Thursday morning, leaving investiga...

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5/19/2026 3:19:57 PM

Family of San Diego shooting victims demands answers after a 15-year-old, paroled for violent robbery, is among five suspects identified

San Diego Shooting Update: Victims, Suspect, and Investigated MotiveAuthorities in San Diego are continuing to piece together the events surrounding a deadly shooting incident that has left the commun...

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5/19/2026 3:19:37 PM

Feel summer fully with temps heating up in the mid-90s before a stormy rest of week rolls in.

D.C. Area Braces for a Weekend of Scorching Heat and Storm Threats The weather pattern shifting over the nation’s capital and surrounding suburbs signals a volatile mix of near-triple-digit temperatu...