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Pool inspectors' authority eyed after death in Fall River public swimming pool
A union lawyer for two health inspectors who issued a permit for the murky Massachusetts public swimming pool says they had no authority to close the state-operated facility. Associated PressIn this...
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Wall Street stocks fall after downgrade of Ireland's government bonds erases...
If a European country fails to pay its debts, it could cause widespread disruptions in financial markets and lead to a slowdown in lending. Associated PressA trader works on the floor at the New York...
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House GOP fails to turn off light bulb standards
The standards in question do not specifically ban the old bulbs but require a higher level of efficiency than the classics can produce. Associated PressHaving to buy a squiggly fluorescent light bulb...
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Massachusetts official: Consumers trying to settle tornado insurance claims...
Public adjusters promise to get an insured property owner more money for a claim in exchange for a percentage of the insurance settlement. SPRINGFIELD – People trying to settle insurance claims...
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California woman cut husband's penis off, put it through garbage disposal
A Southern California woman was in custody Tuesday after authorities said she drugged her estranged husband, tied him to a bed, cut off his penis and put it through a garbage disposal. This undated...
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Amherst counsel seeks dismissal of lawsuit filed to stop the solar project at...
Some residents who live near the landfill filed a lawsuit claiming town officials violated an agreement with the state restricting the use of the landfill to active or passive recreation. The...
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Principals named in Ludlow: Lisa Nemeth at Ludlow High School, Susan Pease at...
School officials said the appointments should help bring stability to the school district. LUDLOW – Interim School Superintendent Kenneth J. Grew has announced the appointment of two new principals....
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Palmer Town Councilor Barbara Barry reiterates no conflict of interest...
The Town Council reorganized, naming Paul Burns as president, Philip Hebert as vice president and Norman Blais as clerk. View full sizeThe Republican | Lori StabilePalmer Town Clerk Patricia C....
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Hartford Shooting Task Force makes two gun-related arrests
Two Connecticut residents were arrested last week following the reinstatement of the joint Hartford Shooting Task Force. Kahari Martin HARTFORD, Conn. - Two Connecticut residents were arrested last...
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Agawam adopts Massachusetts law to force new 65-and-over Medicare-eligible...
Agawam has joined most of the surrounding cities and towns that have adopted a section of state law forcing Medicare eligible retirees to switch to that program. Photo by Julian Feller-Cohen03.09.11 |...
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Springfield Mayor Domenic Sarno agrees to reduce furlough days for...
At a Finance Committee meeting, some city councilors objected to a proposed increase in the city's hotel tax, raising concerns on how it would impact tourism. Domenic Sarno SPRINGFIELD – Mayor Domenic...
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Northampton City Council votes to support transgender rights legislation
Long known as a haven for lesbians, Northampton has attracted more and more transgender people in recent years because of its reputation for tolerance. Grand Marshall Gunner Scott waves to the crowd...
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Police identify Doris Alzak as victim found inside her burning Phillips...
Police are working to determine what happened to 81-year-old Doris Alzak before she was found dead inside her burning Phillips Avenue home Tuesday. 07/12/11- (Staff Photo by Dave Roback) Springfield...
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Springfield Mayor Domenic Sarno begins series of neighborhood walks in Forest...
A resident who said he lives in Marengo Park said he feels his neighborhood is very secure. photo by Dave RobackSpringfield Mayor Domenic J. Sarno meets with children on Forest Park neighborhood walk....
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Springfield Arson and Bomb Squad finds soda-bottle bombs in city's North End
These types of amateur explosives are typically made by sealing caustic chemicals inside a plastic bottle, causing the pressure inside to build up and eventually burst. SPRINGFIELD - Around 10 p.m....
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Brimfield Flea Market antiques hunters shocked by tornado damage
In Brimfield, the area along Route 20 where the antiques shows are set up was relatively untouched; less than a mile south, there were more than 140 homes seriously damaged or destroyed. BRIMFIELD –...
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Guy Wilson, 52, arrested following alleged assault that left 45-year-old...
Wilson, who lives at 168 East St., was charged with aggravated assault. Republican file photo SPRINGFIELD – A 45-year-old city man, who suffered a head injury during an altercation with an...
View ArticleMichael Caraballo of Holyoke held in Vermont on cocaine conspiracy charges
Caraballo has pleaded not guilty to charges in a five-count indictment that he distributed cocaine in February and March of this year. BURLINGTON, Vt. (AP) — Federal prosecutors in Vermont want a...
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Sunrise report: Forecast, poll and more for Wednesday July 13
Today's poll: Do you support legislation requiring more efficient light bulbs? The Republican | Michael Beswick07.12.2011 | BRIMFIELD - Keith Curry from Virginia takes a break from the sun Tuesday,...
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Free Six Flags New England passes attract blood donors to drive at Chicopee...
The Red Cross Massachusetts Blood Services Region provides blood to 73 hospitals. 07.12.2011 | The Republican photo by Dave Roback | CHICOPEE – Rachel Mercier a collection specaliist for the American...
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