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Your Comments: readers react to not-guilty verdicts in Greenfield 'police...
One reader cautioned: "(Police officers) are your public servants and nothing more or less. They are not our commanders or our dictators. If you are doing nothing wrong, they have no right to demand...
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Registry of Motor Vehicles branch in Springfield to expand hours of operation
Tens of thousands of additional drivers each month are expected to flock to registries to renew their licenses starting Oct. 1. Photo by Mark M.Murray / The RepublcianRachel Kaprielian, Registrar of...
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Teddy Bear Pools owner Ted Hebert plays passion into sports philanthropy
On the Western Massachusetts sports scene, you'll find "Teddy Bear" teams playing everything from small fry baseball to senior hockey. View full sizeThe Republican | Mark M. MurrayTed Hebert, owner of...
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Springfield police arrest man for allegedly breaking into Liberty Heights...
Phillip Parrott, 51, of 181 Bowdoin St., Springfield, is accused of breaking into the store at 1375 Liberty St. and stealing two police scanners, according to Lt. John K. Slepchuk. The Republican /...
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Five Western Massachusetts towns qualify for 'green communities' energy grants
Monson is eligible for $165,975 in funding; Granby, $144,125; Holland, $143,250; Deerfield, $142,950 and Buckland, $134,150. Five towns in Western Massachusetts are now "green communities," meaning...
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Maple Valley 4-H Club in Hadley helps youth develop appreciation for agriculture
Maple Valley 4-H Club in Hadley teaches youth about more than farming, and instills in them important lessons. Photo by Cori UrbanKaleb C. McDaniel, 10, of Cheshire, gets a different view of Paddle, a...
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Arbitrator rules Springfield owed $62,405 by former towing company
The Springfield Towing Company argued it was owed $2.9 million by the city, rejected by the arbitrator File photo | The Republican05.03.2008 | SPRINGFIELD – A Springfield Towing Alliance truck works...
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AM News Links: fatal South Coast shark attack still lingers on some minds; 7...
A Boston woman is found shot to death in Dorchester, Cape Cod beachgoers vie for towel space on popular Dennis beaches, and more of today's news. AP PhotoMexico's Jorge Ferzuli dives Sunday from the...
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Tantasqua committee, Sturbridge selectmen at odds on plans to fill school...
Sturbridge Selectman Thomas Creamer said the regional agreement that established the Tantasqua school system gives selectmen the sole authority to make appointments in case of vacancies on the school...
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Sunrise report: Forecast, poll and more for Monday July 25
Today's poll: Is a liquor and entertainment license suspension too steep a penalty for allowing nude male dancers? The Republican | Greg Saulmon07.24.2011 | SOUTH DEERFIELD - A peregrine falcon flies...
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Norway suspect's first hearing is closed
Anders Behring Breivik staged the bombing and youth camp rampage as "marketing" for his manifesto calling for a revolution that would rid Europe of Muslims, he said. AP Photo/Twitter, Anders Behring...
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Hundreds of couples wed in New York's first same-sex marriages
Empire State Development Corp. estimates the legalization of gay marriage will generate about $400 million in economic benefits statewide over three years. Associated PressIn this photo provided by...
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Boehner, Reid preparing to move on debt limit
If the government's authority to borrow money isn't renewed by Aug. 2 -- its current $14.3 trillion limit has been reached -- it won't have cash to pay all its bills. Associated PressSenate Majority...
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Developing: Springfield Diocese announces relocation plans for Cathedral High...
Cathedral High School students will attend classes at Wilbraham's Memorial School. The Republican | Don TreegerThe Memorial School in Wilbraham. The Republican | Mark M. MurrayBishop Timothy A....
View ArticleMass. police: Suspect jumps to death off Interstate 190 bridge after pursuit
Police say the man was wanted in connection with a break-in and assault in Princeton. WEST BOYLSTON — A man who was being chased by police is dead after leaping off a highway bridge in central...
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Massachusetts appliance rebate program offers savings on refrigerators and...
The program set to begin Thursday will offer rebates of $150 on refrigerators and $50 on air conditioners. GE photoThe GE Cafe refrigerator BOSTON — The state is launching a new rebate program for...
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Vermont Yankee nuclear plant to refuel despite uncertainty
Vermont Yankee's current operating license expires in March, 2012. Associated Press photoThe Vermont Yankee nuclear power plant is seen on the banks of the Connecticut River in Vernon, Vt. MONTPELIER,...
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Business Monday from The Republican: Location Reservoir pitches Western Mass...
Also in Business Monday: Voices of the Valley, the Western Mass business calendar, and more. Republican photo by GREG SAULMON Evan H. Gregg, site manager for www.locationreservoir.com, stands for a...
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AP review: Most of Rep. Richard Neal's campaign cash raised this year comes...
The AP found that $252,750, or 76 percent, of the $330,810 Neal has raised this year came from PACs. Republican file photo by Mark M. Murray / The RepublicanU.S. Rep. Richard E. Neal speaks at a press...
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Bishop announces temporary locations for tornado-damaged Cathedral High...
Bishop McDonnell said the diocese is committed to rebuilding the Cathedral High School campus on Surrey Road. The Republican | Don TreegerThe Memorial School in Wilbraham. The Republican | Mark M....
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