Angelica Guerrero, Sergey Livchin named as West Springfield tornado victims
"There is no doubt she saved her daughter's life," West Springfield Police Chief Thomas E. Burke said of Guerrero's actions. WEST SPRINGFIELD - Officials here have released the names of two people...
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Richard Vitale concealed payment from Cognos Corp. software company, witness...
Although Vitale never revealed to his colleagues a $100,000 payment he received from Cognos, he openly reported other sources of outside income, according to Richard Caturano, Vitale’s business...
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'Fear in their faces' -- area medical centers respond to storm victims' injuries
Baystate Medical treats largest number of seriously hurt from collapsed structures and flying debris. SubmittedBaystate Medical Center trauma surgeon Dr. Reginald Alouidor said this was the first time...
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East Longmeadow may be without power for days in wake of tornadoes, officials...
Roughly 6,000 households in East Longmeadow have been without power since the storms hit. Photo by Michael S. Gordon / The RepublicanA smashed car sits next to the South End Community Center, which...
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Tornados azotan al oeste de Massachusetts
Mirna Colón se estaba arreglando su cabellera en un salón de belleza al centro de la ciudad de Springfield al rededor de las 4:30 p.m. del miércoles cuando lo que ella describe como una nube negra...
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As former Massachusetts Gov. Mitt Romney announces candidacy for president,...
Former New York Mayor Rudy Giuliani and Alaska Gov. Sarah Palin visited New Hampshire the same day. This is an updated version of a story posted at 10:05 this morning. Associated Press photoFormer...
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Tornado damage forces closure of 2 Springfield public schools for rest of...
All public schools in Springfield will be closed for another day. View full sizePhoto by John Suchocki / The RepublicanThis aerial shot of Main Street in downtown Springfield Thursday, shows damage...
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Springfield tornado recovery volunteers to be assigned once damage is assessed
If you are interested in volunteering, dial 2-1-1 within the city of Springfield. Storm damage is seen in downtown after a reported tornado in Springfield, Mass., Wednesday, June 1, 2011. (AP...
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West Springfield mother dies while shielding 15-year-old daughter from tornado
The tornado that ripped through the Merrick neighborhood also claimed the life of a 23-year-old man sitting in the driver’s seat of his 2005 Kia parked along Main Street. Photo by Barb PitfidoA...
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Westfield residents start cleanup after tornado that targeted southwest...
Officials are assessing the operational use of Munger Hill School. Photo by Michael Beswick / The RepublicanFormer Mayor Michael Boulanger removes one of the trees Thursday that snapped in his yard on...
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The members Pretty Girl Money promotions were seen flagging down cars on state street, raising money for victims of tornadoes. Watch video As most of us wandered around Springfield in a daze this...
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Devastating tornadoes bring out the best in these Western Massachusetts...
Donations of time, food and money poured into various Pioneer Valley charities to help people impacted by the tornadoes. Photo by Buffy Spencer / The RepublicanChristopher Hodges at Red Cross in...
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Judge weighing motion to drop charges against Salvatore DiMasi, codefendants
Judge Mark Wolf opted against making an immediate ruling on the defense motion. File photo by Greg Saulmon / The RepublicanFormer Massachusetts House Speaker Salvatore DiMasi arrives at federal court...
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2011 Valley Food Championship Pizza Playoffs: Round 2 winners revealed
Find out which pizza shops have advanced to the round of 16. On Wednesday, nature's fury put in perspective so much of what we take for granted in our daily lives. The fun we've been having with the...
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Insurance adjusters descend on Western Massachusetts to evaluate damage...
Tornadoes are considered standard hazards for disaster coverage on most homeowners, renters and business insurance policies. SPRINGFIELD – Insurance adjusters converged on Western Massachusetts...
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Springfield City Councilor Jose Tosado suspends mayoral campaign for month...
The candidate says that he currently plans to keep in place two scheduled political functions. Springfield City Council President Jose F. Tosado said Thursday he is suspending his campaign for mayor...
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Stocks end mixed trading day on weak retail, jobless reports
The Dow Jones industrial average lost 42 points, to close just under 12,249. Associated Press photoTrader Stephen V. Mara works on the floor at the New York Stock Exchange in New York, Thursday. NEW...
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Wilbraham officials list roads still closed for storm cleanup
Parts of Monson Road, Main Street and Tinkham Road remain closed. WILBRAHAM - Town Administrator Robert A. Weitz said the following roads in town remain closed for storm cleanup. The roads are Monson...
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Springfield tornado destroys home of Spanish radio personality Anita Rivera
Rivera lost her home in 1985 in a fire that engulfed the house and took the life of her three young daughters. Springfield - Anita Rivera stands outside her home on 17 Beech St. Rivera was one of the...
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Photo gallery, video: Aerial views of Springfield tornado damage show swath...
These stunning photos and video show examples of the destructive force the tornadoes inflicted on the area. Watch video The Republican staff photographer John Suchocki took to the air Thursday to...
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