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Judge in Anthony Baye Northampton arson case to decide if police overstepped...
Because of the extensive media coverage of the fires and Baye’s subsequent arrest, the defense maintains he cannot get a fair trial in Hampshire County File photo by Michael S. Gordon / The...
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Springfield police arrest 20-year-old Rafael Matias, suspected of stealing...
Police said they spotted the suspect in the doorway of 175 Maple St. Rafael Matias SPRINGFIELD – Police said they arrested a 20-year-old city man suspected of stealing Oxycodone from abandoned...
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State officials view damage to school buildings caused by tornado in Springfield
The assessment will be through but expedited, according to state Treasurer Steven Grossman. Photo by Mark M. Murray / The RepublicanKatherine Craven, executive director of the Massachusetts School...
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PM News Links: MBTA buses get Google arrival alert system, bear flies through...
NASA released the image of a medium-sized solar flare that erupted on the surface of the sun. MBTA buses receive real-time predicted arrival system on Google [Boston.com] Previously hit black bear...
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University of Massachusetts trustees approve 7.5 % increase in student fees
About 15-20 students chanted "shame, shame" during a meeting of the UMass Board of Trustees in Boston. File photo by Michael Beswick / The RepublicanThe image of astronaut Col. Catherine Coleman is...
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Springfield opens 5 cooling centers due to hot weather
City officials also warned residents to take precautions such as staying indoors and drinking plenty of water File photo by Don Treeger / The RepublicanAntonia Acevedo is seen at Riverview Senior...
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Obituaries today: Bernard Berenson was Navy veteran, worked for A.I.C.
Obituaries from The Republican Bernard Berenson Bernard Berenson of Hampden passed away on Monday June 6. The second of three sons, Berenson grew up in Portland, Maine and served on in aircraft...
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Judge's ruling in Salvatore DiMasi corrpution trial could turn out to be...
Judge Mark Wolf said he intends to instruct the jury about the distinction between “lawful” lobbying and participating in an honest services scheme. File photo by Mark M. Murray / The RepublicanU.S....
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Tornado clean-up information from Springfield Department of Public Works
Information regarding tornado debris cleanup and takeaway by the Springfield Department of Public Works The Springfield Department of Public Works is telling any individuals with debris, rubbish, or...
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Developer hopes to rehabilitate former Westfield State training school...
The project will provide 100 beds in apartment-style housing. File photo by John Suchocki / The RepublicanThe former Westfield State Normal Training School on Washington Street is seen in 2008....
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Developing: Springfield police and fire searching Watershops Pond for...
Witnesses saw a man jump from the Gen. Edwards Bridge into the water but never saw him resurface, officials said. View full sizeStaff photo by Steve NantonDivers search the water under the Gen....
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Westfield High School holds 8th annual career fair for students
Students were exposed to at least seven different career fields. WESTFIELD – Firefighting is a career Sierra N. St. Onge might seriously consider after she graduates from Westfield High School next...
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Financial help is on the way in wake of tornado, Springfield, Westfield...
State Treasurer Steve Grossman said the state will partner with the two communities to get schools repaired as soon as possible. This is an updated version of a story posted at 12:30 this afternoon....
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Surviving the tornado: Ryan Donovan withstands tornado and has the video to...
Ryan Donovan from Westfield shot compelling video as the tornado passed him at the Memorial Bridge. Learn his story. Ryan Donovan knows what everyone else with a daily commute out of Springfield knows...
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West Springfield to pick up building debris from tornado
West Springfield has started collecting the demolition-like debris in the Merrick neighborhood that was pummeled by the tornado. WEST SPRINGFIELD – The city has arranged for pick-up of the building...
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Bomb squad called to Monson High School graduation
The graduation had been postponed following the June 1 tornado. MONSON – State Police were called to investigate a suspicious device found in a school field Wednesday evening, delaying the Monson High...
View ArticleMonson graduation back on track after suspicious device identified as backpack
The graduation was postponed Friday because of widespread tornado damage. MONSON – A suspicious device that delayed the Monson High school graduation Wednesday while police investigated, turned out to...
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2011 Valley Food Championship Pizza Playoffs: Here are your Elite 8
Following 5 rounds of voting, readers have chosen their 8 favorite Valley pizza shops. Thanks to our MassLive.com community, the road to Springfield – and Agawam, Amherst, Chicopee, East Longmeadow,...
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Massachusetts Emergency Management Agency: Cities could be reimbursed 75...
MEMA officials are currently in every community that was hit by the tornadoes. WEST SPRINGFIELD – Kurt Schwartz, Director of the Massachusetts Emergency Management Agency, toured the city shelter set...
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Former Holyoke councilor Terence Murphy gives tour of blighted buildings and...
The city has identified 75 buildings in need of demolition, but a former official said safety and quality of life require faster action. Staff Photo by Dave RobackFormer city councilor Terence Murphy...
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