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Hatfield police probe theft of loaded handgun from officer's personal vehicle
The gun, the officer's personal weapon, not his service weapon, was stolen Wednesday night. HATFIELD - Police are seeking the public’s help as they probe the theft of a loaded handgun from a police...
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Sharon Chanon Velazquez tells 'Today Show' that she did not bully Phoebe Prince
Velazquez told the "Today Show" that she has been subjected to bullying and even death threats in the aftermath of the case. Sharon Chanon Velazquez, who was sentenced to two months of probation in...
View ArticleSevere thunderstorm warning in effect for much of Western Massachusetts
The warning remains in effect until 10 a.m. SPRINGFIELD – A severe thunderstorm warning, issued by the National Weather Service for much of Western Massachusetts, will remain in effect until 10 a.m....
View ArticleAs NASA prepares for final shuttle launch, Western Mass. astronaut Cady...
Coleman, who lives in Shelburne Falls when not in orbit, described her experiences in space and discussed the ending of the nation's shuttle program. Watch video There's a 70 percent chance the final...
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Steven Campos, 28, reported missing from minimum security Western...
The inmate, reported missing about 10:15 a.m., returned about two hours later. Steven Campos SPRINGFIELD – A 28-year-old inmate, who walked away from the minimum security Western Massachusetts...
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Western Massachusetts energy prices, at a glance
Here are the average energy prices in the Pioneer Valley for the week ending today. View full size
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David Vincent of Pittsfield on trial for allegedly beating girlfriend Rebecca...
The defense has questioned the prosecution’s witness list, which includes the defendant’s daughter. PITTSFIELD – Jury selection for the trial of a Pittsfield man accused of fatally beating his live-in...
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Watch Live: NASA's final shuttle launch scheduled for 11:26 a.m
Forecasters stuck to their original 70 percent chance of bad weather, as the veteran crew climbed aboard the spacecraft. NASA was hopeful. Update | NASA reports: Shuttle Atlantis is “go” for launch....
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Franklin County Jail in Greenfield remains in lockdown following overnight...
The disturbance began about 9:30 p.m. when about a dozen inmates refused to go into their cells. GREENFIELD - The Franklin County Jail remained in lockdown Friday morning following a Thursday night...
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Obituaries today: The Rev. Paul Archambault, 42, parochial vicar of St....
Obituaries from The Republican. Paul J. Archambault NORTHAMPTON - Rev. Paul J. Archambault, 42, the parochial vicar of St. Mary's Church in Hampden died unexpectedly Sunday in Springfield. Born in...
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Images of Boston on CBS-TV July 4 fireworks telecast were doctored, producer...
Organizers of the show said some scenes were altered so the live fireworks display over the Charles River was superimposed over pre-filmed landmarks in other parts of the city. CBS-TVThis is one of...
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Head-on crash on Route 202 in Holyoke takes lives of Kathleen and Martin...
The driver of the second vehicle, 23-year-old Andrea Waldo of Huntington, is in fair condition Republican file photo HOLYOKE – Police have identified the 46-year-old woman and 47-year-old man who lost...
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PM News Links: Gov. Deval Patrick accepts donations from gambling lobbyists,...
The space shuttle Atlantis' last historic flight is carrying a student-designed science experiment and a mission patch from a school in Hartford. Associated Press photoSpectators watch the final...
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Lawyer for 'Whitey' Bulger's companion, Catherine Greig, seeks bail before...
Greig’s attorney, Kevin Reddington, says she is not a danger to the community and will not flee if released. File photo / Associated PressIn this courtroom sketch, Catherine Greig, girlfriend of James...
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Shuttle lifts off for last time; 'Light this fire'
When Atlantis returns, it will be put on display at the Kennedy Space Center. CAPE CANAVERAL, Fla. (AP) — Atlantis and four astronauts thundered into orbit Friday on NASA's last space shuttle voyage,...
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Worker taken to Baystate Medical Center after exposure to chemicals in...
The employee, Richard Hacker was exposed to chemicals in a trailer. Republican file photo SPRINGFIELD – An employee of Astro Chemicals Inc. on Memorial Drive was taken to Baystate Medical Center for...
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Republicans: Weak US job report means no tax hikes
Obama has insisted that some revenue increases be included in a deficit-reduction plan. Associated PressPresident Barack Obama, with House Speaker John Boehner of Ohio, take part in a meeting with...
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Sen. Scott Brown has yet to hold town hall meeting with Massachusetts residents
A Brown spokesman said he's attended more than 200 events in Massachusetts and is focused on creating jobs. AP file photoSen. Scott Brown, R-Mass., addresses the Greater Boston Chamber of Commerce in...
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Springfield police said alleged break-in suspect, Ludlow resident Phillip...
Police arrested the lamp shade-wearing suspect a short time later after spotting him riding a bicycle. Phillip Constantino SPRINGFIELD – An employee of a Boston Road business, sleeping there due to...
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Amherst foundation Think Alive helps fund dreams of people with disabilities
Think Alive, founded by Tim Enfield, provides grants in any area that an applicant requests, such as horseback riding, music lessons or acting classes. The Republican | Diane LedermanMembers of the...
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