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Red Sox OF Carl Crawford's decision time could be Monday
The club is considering shutting down the ailing outfielder. Associated PressBoston Red Sox's Carl Crawford may be shut down to have Tommy John elbow surgery. NEW YORK - Decision time for Carl...
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North Adams native Michael DeMarsico killed in Afghanistan
A candlelight vigil was held Sunday in Michael DeMarsico's memory. The Associated Press / Department of DefenseThis photo provided by the Dept. of Defense shows Pfc. Michael R. Demarsico,II, 20, of...
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Missouri Rep. Todd Akin says he 'misspoke' about rape and pregnancy
Akin quickly backed off comments that aired earlier Sunday, in which he told an interviewer that a woman's body "has ways" to prevent pregnancy during rape and that such pregnancies are "really rare."...
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Harvard study shows southern butterfly species growing in Mass.
Warm-climate adapted butterfly species have grown by an estimated 1,000 percent in the state. The Republican file photo / John SuchockiA western tiger swallowtail butterfly on an azalea blossom on...
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Partly cloudy, cool overnight, low 50
Quiet overnight, but a few scattered rain showers are possible Monday. A weak ridge of high pressure kept us dry today, but another system bothering the Atlantic coast has kept some clouds over us...
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Republican VP pick Paul Ryan: Wisconsin roots, Washington clout
In the days since Mitt Romney selected Ryan for the vice presidential slot on the Republican ticket, the 42-year-old congressman's biography has become instant folklore. FILE - In this April 13, 2011,...
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Chicopee Boys and Girls club to renovate former gymnasium
The club received a $92,000 federal grant to do the renovations. The Republican file photo / Dave RobackMembers play basketball in the new gymnasium at the Chicopee Boys and Girls Club. Directors now...
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Work progresses on renovation of Boston Road fire station in Wilbraham
The new addition will include an office area, new living quarters and more area for apparatus. The Republican | John SuchockiConstruction continues on the Wilbraham fire station at 2770 Boston Road....
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2 people in hospital after falling in water at Hampton Ponds in Westfield
Westfield police would not comment at this time, but say an investigation is ongoing. An updated story has been posted WESTFIELD — A Westfield firefighter says two people are in the hospital after a...
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Easthampton planners to explain 2 new grant applications for Nashawannuck...
Both projects are seen as contributing to the ongoing revitalization of the downtown. The Republican | Michael BeswickEasthampton Mayor Michael Tautznik hopes to secure $600,000 in state funding to...
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NBC inks deal for new Michael J. Fox TV series
His new comedy series, loosely based on his life, has a 22-episode commitment from NBC and is set to premiere in fall 2013. APMichael J. Fox NEW YORK (AP) — NBC is making it official: Michael J. Fox...
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Monson School Committee to hire interim school superintendent
The School Committee tentatively scheduled a meeting for Sept. 11 to interview interim superintendent candidates. MONSON — A posting will be advertised internally at the School Department for an...
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Holyoke School Committee begins search to replace retiring Superintendent...
Officials at the School Committee meeting assured parents they will be involved in the search. The Republican | John SuchockiHazel Rosario, the parent of triplets at Dean Technical High School, says...
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Massachusetts tomato contest: E. Cecchi Farms in Agawam wins cherry tomatoes...
A tomato from a Pepperell farm that tipped the scales at more than 2.8 pounds was among the big winners at the annual Massachusetts tomato contest. File photo | The Republican BOSTON — A tomato from a...
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E. Henry Twiggs, Dana Adrianna Lawes to be honored by Springfield Museums...
Twiggs, a Springfield city councilor, will receive the Ubora Award, and Lawes, a recent graduate of Central High School, will receive the Ahadi Youth Award. E. Henry Twiggs and Dana Adrianna Lawes...
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Wyoming authorities: Chicopee man among 2 held after $1.4 million in...
Wyoming Highway Patrol troopers say 29-year-old driver Donald Cornelius of Orlando, Fla., and 55-year-old co-driver, Anthony Swift, of Chicopee, Mass., are being held on suspicion of drug charges....
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Patriots fall to Eagles, 27-17, in preseason game
With Tom Brady on the sidelines, Ryan Mallett and Brian Hoyer battled it out Monday night. APNew England Patriots quarterback Ryan Mallett (15)hands off to running back Shane Vereen (34) against the...
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Casino official: Springfield Mayor Domenic Sarno schedules 1st meeting with...
The scheduled meeting between Ameristar and Sasrno came as a surprise to councilors, who expressed concerns that they were being shut out of the casino approval process. The Republican | Greg SaulmonA...
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Rookie Dont'a Hightower calls the shots for the New England Patriots' defense...
Hightower led the defensive huddle Monday night. APNew England Patriots linebacker Dont'a Hightower watches from the bench during a preseason NFL football game between the Patriots and the...
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Instincts are taking over for rookie safety Nate Ebner
Ebner recorded an interception Monday night. APNew England Patriots defensive back Nate Ebner (43) catches a ball during warmups prior to a preseason NFL football game between the Patriots and the...
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