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A Springfield street corner has been overrun by illegal dumping, and city officials are working to address community concerns. The corner of Orleans Street and Union Street has been covered in piles of bedding, chairs, garbage, and food. Springfield officials say they are working to get it removed

If you or someone you know loves the Children’s Museum in Holyoke, you will soon see higher prices at the door. Starting July 1, general admission will be $10 a person as opposed to $8 with memberships, birthday parties, field trips and other services also getting a price bump for the first time in years. Museum leaders say that kids under 1 and members will still get in free

Families in Enfield can bring their kids to a free bicycle safety rodeo this Saturday behind Enfield Town Hall, where police, firefighters, and volunteers will teach key riding and safety skills. Children from Enfield and nearby towns can try obstacle courses, get helmet fittings, decorate and wash bikes, and even enter a raffle for donated bicycles and helmets.

A Springfield officer is being recognized for her quick response and arrest of a repeat shoplifter at Big Y. Police say that the suspect has been a persistent shoplifter and a problem for Big Y employees, and Officer Diederich’s actions were greatly appreciated by the managers and staff of Big Y.

Adams Park in Springfield has undergone renovations just in time for the warmer months ahead. The park located on Wilbraham Road has a vibrant new look, bringing more accessibility and inclusive recreational amenities to the neighborhood. Renovations include a new six-foot-wide accessible perimeter walking path and construction of a new parking lot at the Berlin Street entrance.

Spare Time Entertainment has launched a free summer bowling program for children in the Windsor area through a partnership with Kids Bowl Free. The program allows children ages 15 and younger to receive two free games of bowling each day from May 1 through September 30. Other area Sparetime locations are holding the same promotion.

Maybe you noticed a traffic light on Longhill Street that just wasn't there yesterday. That's because early yesterday morning, the light was knocked down in an accident. It happened around 1:30 in the morning yesterday, and there appeared to be heavy damage to front of the car

If you hear of the town Brimfield...chances are you think of antiques. What is widely considered the country's largest antique sales happens 3 times a year in the quiet rural town, and the first of 2026 is happening this week. Dealers from across the country have set up shop along Route 20, filling more than a dozen fields with everything from fine furniture and vintage jewelry to folk art, collectibles and one-of-a-kind rarities.

Rising costs mean you and I need to be extra careful with spending...Connecticut drivers say rising gas prices are forcing them to cut back on clothing purchases and summer activities just to keep their tanks full. According to AAA, gas prices in Connecticut are averaging $4.61 a gallon. Last month the average was $4.09. A year ago, drivers paid $3.06 per gallon.

New rapid flashing crosswalk beacons have been installed at several crossings in West Springfield as part of ongoing efforts to improve pedestrian safety. Additional pedestrian safety improvements are also planned later this summer

Upgrades at the Mason Square Library in Springfield are now complete, restoring essential services to the community hub. The renovation project, which cost $350,000, addressed damages from a 2023 lightning strike and included new windows and renovated main entrances at the 765 State Street location.

Memorial Day Weekend is less than 2 weeks away, and perhaps you're planning some travel...AAA projects a record-setting number of Americans will travel for the upcoming Holiday weekend, despite facing higher gas prices at the pump. They say Thursday and Friday could see some heavier traffic delays with upwards of $45 million on the road

As part of ongoing efforts to address the youth mental health crisis and support schools across Massachusetts, the Attorney General launched a $500,000 phone-free schools support grant to help schools create distraction-free learning environments. The funding will go towards creating a more engaging learning environment including lockable phone storage and ‘device access limiting’ technology.

One of the steepest races in the country happen is every year in Wilbraham...if you're familiar with the town...you guessed it...it's the Monson Road hill. The Wilbraham Hill Climb this past weekend sent  vintage cars roaring up a 1-mile course with a 23-percent grade — which gets even steeper than the road up Pike’s Peak in Colorado. 

A new Shake Shop has opened it's doors in Springfield on Cooley Street. Fresh Monkee held it's grand opening Saturday, featuring giveaways, deals, and a community celebration. Originally founded nearly 12 years ago in Wethersfield, Connecticut, the concept is to offer shakes with high-quality protein and real ingredients and has grown as a franchise that operates over 40 locations.

The Springfield Police Department are warning those in the North End of a bear seen roaming the neighborhood yesterday morning. Specifically, it was the area of Chestnut Street and Brookline Avenue. Officers say they are monitoring the situation

Another operation by Springfield Police to deter illegal dirt bike and off-highway vehicles on city streets has led one arrest and two criminal complaints. One of the dirt bike riders was found at the intersection of White & Allen Street, while another was over on Freeman Street. The drivers were unlicensed and unregistered

After months of negotiations, the city of Holyoke and the Teachers Association have agreed on a contract. The Mayor said, “It is not only the strongest agreement in Holyoke’s history but also stands as one of the best teacher contracts in the region, surpassing those of many surrounding communities.” The contract now has to be ratified by the school committee

More free music will soon be heard through downtown Springfield. The Landing, located next to the new convention center garage in downtown Springfield, announced Thursday that they will host the Lawn Party starting in June. The concert series will bring together bands of various genres, as well as local food trucks and lawn games.

The Springfield Police Academy celebrated Class #0526’s graduation yesterday. After 23 weeks of training that began in November, 60 recruits were officially made officers. Following their graduation, they will join a variety of departments, including one in Easthampton, 52 in Springfield, four in Holyoke and three in the Hampden County Sheriff’s Office

This week marks National Nurses Week, a time to appreciate the hard work, compassion, and care our healthcare workers put in every day to keep our community safe and healthy.
To celebrate, Tommy Car Auto Group delivered over $1,000 worth of prizes to nurses at two local hospitals this week.

The Mass Mutual Center was rocking last night...as the Springfield Thunderbirds beat rival Providence, to advance deeper into the playoffs. Fans, who just weeks ago didn't think they'd even make the playoffs, are ecstatic as they enter round 3. The next series starts on Tuesday, but the T Birds won't be back at home until the 19th

All students and staff at Stony Hill elementary school in Wilbraham safely evacuated on Wednesday following a small kitchen fire. In a letter to families, the principal of Stony Hill School said the fire involved a cardboard box, and any questions or concerns can be sent to her directly.

Treating moms to brunch or dinner is one of the top ways people like to celebrate Mother’s Day. And it's that your plan, you may want to make those reservations now. A survey showed 63% people are planning to take a special mom out to eat, and restaurants are expected to fill quickly 

Every so often you may be asked to vote in a special town or city election. But what about being asked to vote on the same question 3 times? In South Hadley a proposed special election would ask voters to approve a $3.5 million tax override. This discussion follows the failure of two override questions in a town-wide vote last month.

A community event in Springfield helped kick off a new mentorship program for student-athletes focused on mental health. The program connects students with mentors who can support them through the pressures of school, sports, and life. It’s just getting started, with organizers hoping to reach more students over time.

American Medical Response is giving out 70,000 free tickets to students for Springfield’s World’s Largest Pancake Breakfast. Of that 70,000, 32,000 are in Springfield Public Schools. The goal is to make sure kids across the area can take part in the event, even if cost might’ve been a barrier.

Yesterday's high winds caused a huge oak tree to come crashing down onto a Monson home. The tree caused some structural damage, but tree and fire crews were able to respond quickly to patch some holes in the roof before rain today. No one was hurt

40 years is a long time, and after 40 years, all 13 locations of Smithland Pet & Garden Center will close. The company originally known as myAgway and Dave’s Soda and Pet City said this decision was difficult but necessary. They have locations in both western Massachusetts and across Connecticut, but there's no public timetable for the closure