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Filmmakers take on Cape Wind saga in 'Cape Spin'
The Cape Wind project is New England's never-ending story, tangled in debate and litigation ever since it was proposed in 2001. But a group of filmmakers say they've told the tale in about 84 minutes....
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Joshua Makhanda-Lopez of Springfield, Frank Caraballo of Brattleboro due in...
Both men have been charged with second-degree homicide and unlawful restraint. Joshua Makhanda-Lopez was arrested in Springfield in 2009 on drug and motor vehicle theft charges. BRATTLEBORO, Vt. (AP)...
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Developing: Springfield police respond to report of Liberty Heights home...
Two armed and masked men entered a home at 1055 Liberty St. around 6:48 a.m. Monday, holding one man hostage while another man escaped and called police from a neighbor's home. Republican file photo...
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Congress moving quickly on debt and spending deal
The Senate seems likely to vote first on the measure while House GOP leaders work to assemble support for it. President Barack Obama speaks from the White House briefing room, Sunday, July 31, 2011,...
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AM News Links: More murders in Boston, Hartford over the weekend; Kohl's is...
Insurance giant Allstate took a big hit in the latest round of storm-damage claims, HSBC is planning to cut around 30,000 jobs, and more of this morning's headlines. AP Photo/Cape Cod TimesSome Cape...
View ArticleScattered thunderstorms, strong to severe, forecast for Western Massachusetts
Highs could approach 90 before a cold front ushers in a chance for storms SPRINGFIELD – The National Weather Service warns that scattered thunderstorms, strong to severe, could hit Western...
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Gay marriage an awkward issue for some GOP presidential hopefuls
Numerous recent polls suggest a slim majority of Americans now back gay marriage. Associated PressCouples hold hands as they and dozens of others exchange vows in a mass wedding ceremony in...
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Obituaries today: Ismail Cadirov, 91, native of Azerbaijan; chemist; worked...
Obituaries from The Republican. Ismail Cadirov SPRINGFIELD - Ismail Cadirov passed on Friday at the age of 91. Born in Balakan, Azerbaijan on Jan. 2, 1920, he was the son of the late Murat and...
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Debt and spending deal picks up momentum in Senate
A member of the Republican leadership in the Senate predicted at least 30 GOP votes. Associated PressHouse Speaker John Boehner, R-Ohio, and Senate Minority Leader Mitch McConnell, R-Ky., speak at a...
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Business Monday from The Republican, August 1, 2011
Start the week informed with Business Monday from The Republican for August 1, 2011. Photo by Mark M. Murray/The RepublicanSean R. Wandrei, treasurer of the Young Professionals Society of Greater...
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Massachusetts' restraining order law is subject of repeal drive by Fatherhood...
Advocates for women and domestic violence victim ripped the move to repeal Chapter 209A, calling it a desperate effort to remove a lifesaving option for victims of abuse. By KYLE CHENEY BOSTON -...
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Former Massachusetts Auditor Joseph DeNucci admits violating state law by...
DeNucci’s cousin, Guy Spezzano – a meat company salesman and professional jazz musician – earned $40,545 a year, plus benefits, until he went on sick leave a year and a half after he was hired. Joseph...
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Pioneer Valley Planing Commission preparing long-term transportation plan
The Pioneer Valley Planning Commission hopes to approve a Regional Transportation Plan for the Pioneer Valley by the end of the month. Photo by Mark M. Murray / The RepublicanMotorists make their way...
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Wall Street: Despite progress on debt-limit deal, stocks fall on concerns...
The Dow Jones industrial average ended the day with a loss of 11 points. Associated Press photoA specialist watches Sen. Harry Reid as he works on the floor of the New York Stock Exchange Monday. NEW...
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Michigan couple's Massachusetts Lottery Cash WinFall game investment strategy...
During a 3-day buying binge starting July 12, Gerald and Marjorie Selbee of Evart, Mich., bought $614,000 worth of the $2 tickets. SUNDERLAND – Two Franklin County stores’ state lottery licenses have...
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Body of Celina Cass, 11, found in Connecticut River near New Hampshire home
Police said there was no sign of a struggle, and there was no indication she ran away or that someone took her. File photo / Associated PressCelina Cass, 11, was last seen in her Stewartstown, N.H....
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Holyoke City Council to consider casino gambling item related to Wyckoff...
Paper City Development wants to turn the golf course into a $450 million casino resort with 1,500 jobs. Casino supporters make their case in February outside the Log Cabin Banquet and Meeting House on...
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Preservation Massachusetts' new list of most-endangered historic properties...
The most-endangered list often serves as a catalyst for extension preservation opportunities, according to the statewide organization. Watch video File photo by Don Treeger / The RepublicanThe steeple...
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New charter schools proposed for Springfield, Holyoke
The Paulo Freire Social Justice Charter School, to be based in Holyoke, and the Springfield Preparatory Charter School made it through several steps of the application process last year. Republican...
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House OKs U.S. debt limit bill; Gabrielle Giffords brings down the House
The vote was 269-161, but all eyes were on Giffords, who drew thunderous applause as she walked into the House chamber and cast her vote in favor of the bill. Watch video View full sizeAssociated...
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