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Michael Dailey gets 12 to 14 years for housebreaks in Chicopee, West...
Dailey had originally been charged as a habitual offender, which would have made his sentence 20 years. SPRINGFIELD – Michael Dailey has been sentenced to 12 to 14 years in state prison for a series...
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Boston Celtics, RE/MAX treats Dill family of Monson to home court and bedroom...
After Avery Bradley and Cedric Maxwell finished at the Dill house, the basketball players went to Monson High School, to teach a basketball clinic to the kids participating in the summer basketball...
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Despite sloppy execution, Patriots deem joint practice with the Saints a success
Brady and the Patriots offense had trouble moving the ball against the Saints. APTom Brady FOXBOROUGH – The New England Patriots didn’t execute at a high level during Tuesday’s joint practice with the...
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Mount Holyoke professor part of NASA Mars Curiosity mission research team
Dyar is on a team of about 40 scientists responsible for a complex instrument called a ChemCam, which is perched on the rover. File photo | The RepublicanDarby Dyar, professor of astronomy at Mount...
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Massachusetts Gaming Commission unveils plan to begin accepting applications...
A top labor leader criticized the Massachusetts Gaming Commission for moving too slowly in awarding licenses for casino resorts. AP file photo/Josh ReynoldsMembers of the Massachusetts Gamign...
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Rob Gronkowski, Aaron Hernandez and Jimmy Graham: Patriots-Saints practices...
Jimmy Graham declared himself the best of the trio. APNew England Patriots quarterback Tom Brady (12) throws a pass to tight end Rob Gronkowski (87) as New Orleans Saints defensive back Roman Harper...
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Patriots and Saints pay respects to Garrett Reid with prayer at end of practice
The teams gathered together at the end of practice. APNew England Patriots running back Brandon Bolden (38) runs into New Orleans Saints' Isa Abdul-Quddus as Patriots coach Bill Belichick watches...
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MassLive.com plans live coverage of Massachusetts Gaming Commission forum
The commission and other panelists will discuss key issues associated with the introduction of expanded gaming to the Bay State at Western New England University. File photo | Associated PressMembers...
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Springfield hosts National Night Out events in 8 neighborhoods
Other events were held in Chicopee, Palmer and East Longmeadow. SPRINGFIELD - Hundreds of neighborhood residents attended the first National Night Out party held at Nathan Bill Park in East Forest...
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Jon Lester's strong effort goes for naught as Texas holds off Red Sox
The left-hander is back on track, but his team isn't scoring runs for him. Associated PressJon Lester had a shutout until the sixth against Texas Tuesday, but left with a 3-0 deficit. BOSTON - It took...
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Drew Brees calls Tom Brady one of the best quarterbacks of all time
Brees said he and Brady have a great relationship off the field and worked out together during the offseason. APNew Orleans Saints quarterback Drew Brees (9) signs autographs for spectators after the...
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Holyoke needle exchange program an attempt to bypass proper authority, city...
Councilors blamed Mayor Alex Morse for pushing for a needle exchange program without allowing a City Council vote. Holyoke Mayor Alex B. Morse, left, and City Council President Kevin A. Jourdain are...
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Longmeadow native Joe Philbin and Miami Dolphins' stint on Hard Knocks should...
A few takeaways from the premiere episode. APMiami Dolphins head coach Joe Philbin, center, talks to Karlos Dansby, right, as Cameron Wake, left, smiles during a stretching exercise at NFL football...
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Western Massachusetts merchants gear up for tax-free holiday weekend
Massachusetts’ sales tax holiday is expected to amount to $20 million in savings for consumers. Photo by Don Treeger / The RepublicanDoug Guertin, sales manager at Allpower in Granby, says he expects...
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Springfield police: Man approaches driver stopped in traffic, yells at him,...
When the victim left his car to speak with Briggs, Briggs hit him in the head with a level, knocking out some of the victim's teeth, police said. Timothy Briggs SPRINGFIELD — Police on Wednesday...
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Chicopee City Council rejects proposal to purchase former Facemate parcel
The land is a vacant parcel bordered by West Main, Grove and Oak streets; it was being considered as a location for a new police station. CHICOPEE — Citing concerns about potential lawsuits and...
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Robert Dalby of Ludlow charged with driving under the influence
Police said the driver of the car was extremely drunk and unable to talk or perform a sobriety test. Robert Dalby SPRINGFIELD — Robert Dalby, 21, of 180 Pinewood Drive, Ludlow, was charged Wednesday...
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Massachusetts employers gain new confidence in economy, survey says
Associated Industries’ Business Confidence Index rose 3.9 points last month, up from 48.3 points to 52.2 points on a scale of 1 to 100 where 50 is considered neutral. SPRINGFIELD – Employers across...
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Former military housing in Chicopee being prepared for sale
The buildings have been vacant for at least 15 years. Republican file photo by Mark M. MurraySome of the vacant apartment buildings which were former Westover Air Reserve Base housing units, these are...
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Westfield's initial phase of Columbia Greenway Rail Trail due to open
The second phase of the rail trail will extend from the Westfield River to Orange Street. WESTFIELD – Friends of the Columbia Greenway Rail Trail are planning a celebration later this summer or early...
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