Steven Morse of Westfield indicted on drug, alchohol charges in boating death...
Adamopoulos’ death stunned and saddened his Ludlow and the area’s basketball community, where he was known as a precocious player. File photo by Manon MirabelliThese warning signs were posted at...
View ArticleMassachusetts gains jobs, unemployment rate unchanged as fewer than expected...
From Springfield and its neighboring communities, Massachusetts received 320 applications from people seeking emergency unemployment benefits as a result of the June 1 tornadoes. Associated PressIn...
View ArticleEuropean debt deal sends Wall Street stock markets higher
The euro rose against the dollar, U.S. government bonds fell and oil crossed above $100 for the 1st time since June. Associated PressIn this photo provided by the German government, German Chancellor...
View ArticleHolyoke's John Brunelle explores the possibility, but rules out a run for mayor
Brunelle lost the Ward 5 City Council seat in the 2009 election. John P. Brunelle HOLYOKE – Former city councilor John P. Brunelle said Thursday that while he took out nomination papers to run for...
View ArticleMassachusetts Democrats say Wall Street rewarding Sen. Scott Brown
AFL-CIO Policy Director Damon Silvers said Brown watered down key portions of the bill that overhauled U.S. financial laws. Associated PressU.S. Sen. Scott Brown, R-Mass. BOSTON — Massachusetts...
View ArticleGranby Highway Department points out dangers of foliage that obstructs...
Some homeowners may be surprised to learn that what they thought was theirs actually belongs to the town. Associated Press GRANBY – In the next few weeks the Highway Department in this town will be...
View ArticleSpringfield Board of Assessors asked by City Council to assess rooftop cell...
The council, in a non-binding resolution, proposed that the city tax the rental income from the rooftop antennae. SPRINGFIELD – The City Council this week asked the Board of Assessors, in setting new...
View ArticleFriends of Mater Dolorosa protest in front of Roman Catholic Chancery in...
The group says it wants one Mass per week in Polish and one in English. 07.18.2011 | HOLYOKE - From Maple Street, an early morning view of the steeple at Mater Dolorosa Church. SPRINGFIELD – About 60...
View ArticleArtists sought to transform pioneer chairs into works of art in Southwick
The initiative is a way to showcase regional artists while promoting an appreciation of the arts, Southwick Cultural Council vice president Patricia McMahon said. Manon Mirabelli photoPatricia A....
View ArticleMassachusetts lawmakers OK bill extending simulcasting at racetracks
Sen. Patricia Jehlen, a Somerville Democrat, is pushing an amendment to ban simulcasting greyhound races. Associated PressIn this image released by Benoit Photo, jockey Mike Smith rides Mr. Commons to...
View ArticleCarlos Edwards of Malden accused of throwing infant son on sidewalk
Carlos Edwards pleaded not guilty in Malden District Court to a charge of assault and battery on an infant. Associated PressCarlos Edwards pleaded not guilty Thursday in Malden District Court to a...
View ArticleObituaries today: Paul Brendan Bagge worked at FedEx, Microtek
Obituaries from The Republican. Paul Brendan Bagge Paul Brendan Bagge, 45, of Springfield, died July 13. He was born in Springfield, grew up in East Springfield and attended local schools. He worked...
View ArticleExpected temperatures in upper 90s have Western Massachusetts bracing for a...
The temperature is expected to reach 98 degrees Friday and several communities have opened cooling centers for people to escape the heat. Watch video Republican staff photo by Mark M. MurrayBruce...
View ArticleAmherst offers free swimming to keep residents cool
The pool is supervised by American Red Cross-certified lifeguards. Associated Press AMHERST – To help residents stay cool, Amherst Leisure Services and Supplemental Education is allowing all residents...
View ArticleInvestigation underway to determine cause of apartment fire on Oswego Street...
Investigators are working to determine what sparked a blaze that damaged several apartments inside 75 Oswego St. in Springfield Friday morning. View full size(Republican Photo/ Robert Rizzuto)The fire...
View ArticlePedestrian seriously injured after falling under moving tow truck in Westfield
Around 5:30 p.m., a flat-bed tow truck was driving east on East Silver Street when a 53-year-old man walking along the tree belt fell into the road Republican file photo WESTFIELD - Authorities are...
View ArticleDeportations for drunken driving and traffic offenses on the rise
The spike in the numbers of people deported for traffic offenses as well as a 78 percent increase in people deported for immigration-related offenses renewed skepticism about the Obama...
View ArticleHolyoke police investigating suspicious car fire on Elm Street
The fire was reported around 5:45 a.m. Friday. The Republican | Greg Saulmon07.22.2011 | HOLYOKE - Fire Inspector Jordan M. Lemieux, left, and officers from the city's police department investigate a...
View ArticleAM News Links: James Murdoch's phone hacking testimony contradicted; Mice...
Poison resistant mice are showing up around the world; Hacker Group gets thousands of documents from NATO's servers; and more of the morning's headlines. Vanity Mendez, 11, left, Isaiah Rivera, 6,...
View ArticleAnnual Firemen's Carnival in Southwick features fireworks display
The carnival provides fun activities for while raising funds to support Southwick's volunteer Fire Department, local charities and student scholarships. Manon Mirabelli photoMeghan Carroll, 7, of...
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