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An informational meeting was held in Springfield Thursday evening, discussing the Wendover Road Housing Development Project. Many in Springfield are against the project, citing various concerns including traffic, sustainability, wildlife, and environmental concerns. The development would put close to 40 houses on the 18-acre location of 90 Wendover Road in East Forest Park

Holyoke police are warning you to be alert after new stop signs were installed at two intersections in the city, creating new four-way stops to improve traffic safety. The signs were added at Sargeant Street and Commercial Street, as well as Cabot Street and Commercial/Nick Cosmos Way. The updates come as the city continues to make roadway improvements aimed at reducing crashes and improving pedestrian safety.

The Springfield Police Department held a Project Blue Light ceremony, honoring two fallen officers, 40 years after their deaths in the line of duty. Project Blue Light is an annual event dedicated to remembering law enforcement officers who have made the ultimate sacrifice while serving their communities. The ceremony encourages others to display a blue light outside their homes as a symbol of peace, protection, and remembrance.

The Big E has donated pounds and pounds of meat ahead of Thanksgiving, to local food pantries in the area. The donation is part of the Big E’s annual 4-H Beef Sale, which supports local food pantries such as the Parish Cupboard in West Springfield, the Open Pantry, and the Friends of the Homeless in Springfield.

What started as sending home students with an extra mac and cheese or fruit snack for a long break has turned into a giant community effort at Deberry School in Springfield. With help from community donations and coordination between volunteers and staff, every student takes home a red bag filled with snacks like pretzels, fruit snacks, juice boxes and more. Out of the 500 Deberry students, many think about feeding those around them before themselves.

Many concerned people in Ludlow say drivers are ignoring traffic rules on several side streets near Ludlow High School. Accusations of speeding and not fully stopping for stop signs are among the complaints. Ludlow Police say they are going to be implementing enhanced patrols

The long-awaited Springfield Crossing shopping plaza saw it’s first business officially open yesterday. BJ’s Wholesale Club has opened their brand new gas station. The hope is for the entire center to be open by Christmas.

16 years of giving back to veterans...and now he is being honored...Jeff Daigle, the owner of Daigle’s Truck Master in Chicopee, has been honored for his 16 years of donating Big Y gift cards to the city’s Department of Veterans Services. Daigle has been providing these gift cards out of his own pocket, contributing thousands of dollars annually to support local veterans and the community.

People in Springfield may soon face an increase in property taxes as city officials respond to federal funding cuts. The potential tax hike is not yet official and requires approval from the Springfield City Council. Mayor Domenic Sarno has indicated that the increase is a result of reduced funding, which affects state and local budgets.

Fifteen new Emergency Medical Technicians graduated yesterday from the Earn As You Learn program at AMR in Springfield, marking their readiness to serve the community. The graduates completed a three-month training program designed to equip them with the necessary skills to become successful EMTs, and are ready to respon in Springfield

Another one of those more and more common lithium-ion battery has been named the cause of a garage fire in Agawam. The battery was charging, and the homeowner woke up to smoke alarms and the sound of exploding batteries. Fire officials warned that when the batteries are tampered with, they can fail quickly without warning

The State AG recently met with former renters of Springfield Garden Apartment units to talk about preventing other renters from facing unsafe conditions that led to a multi-million-dollar settlement. The prior building owners ignored tenant complaints about mold, collapsed ceilings, water leaks, and no heat or hot water. They are hoping the settlement helps hold other Springfield property managers accountable too

pringfield Public Schools have announced their new guidelines on how students will now fulfill their graduation conditions, including two years of English and Math. If you remember, the MCAS testing requirement was recently voted out. Under new regulations, each district must develop their own policy outlining the standards students need to meet before they can take their next steps.

There are so many awesome parks for you and I to enjoy around Western Mass...but could one in Feeding Hills soon be closing? Stillbrook Park, opened last year, is now facing a complaint that it is in violation of state accessibility standards, which could lead to it's closure if unaddressed. The Agawam mayor pushed back and said they have state paperwork saying the park is in compliance

The O’Dell Women’s Center in Springfield held its second annual diaper collection and giveaway drive yesterday, looking to support families facing financial difficulties by providing essential baby supplies. The event was run by 40 volunteers, and served around 200 families

It's not turkeys you'll see lining Maple Street in East Longmeadow, it's chickens–giant inflatable ones. What started as a quirky and festive idea among neighbors has exploded into a full-blown parade of inflatable chickens. The goal is simple: To bring a smile to your face and happiness to your heart. People have so committed to the bit that they’ve launched a petition to rename the stretch of road between Westwood Road and Marshall Street to “Chicken Run.”

You're seeing those E-Bikes everywhere these days and recently...the Agawam City Council voted unanimously in favor of establishing several restrictions on e-scooters in town. They will no longer be allowed on roads with speed limits over 30 miles per hour and can’t be ridden on streets after dark. Also, all riders must wear a helmet and be at least 16 years old.

Eversource brought money-saving advice to Springfield yesterday as cold temperatures are expected to drive up heating bills. Among the programs Eversource is offering include budget billing, energy efficiency, and flexible payment plans.

The arson and bomb squad was called in yesterday afternoon, in the Indian Orchard neighborhood. A car on Parker Street was a blaze around 4 in the afternoon. Crews put it out quickly and no one appears hurt, but they are working to determine the cause

The City of Springfield is introducing a new aquatic fitness program designed to be a a low-impact and supportive environment for people to begin building healthier habits. City officials say the program recognizes the physical and emotional challenges many face when beginning a fitness routine and seeks to provide a space where participants can feel safe and supported.

Flight restrictions affecting 40 airports across the United States ended at 6 a.m. yesterday, just in time for the expected increase in Thanksgiving travel next week. This year, it's expected that 82 million people will be traveling

There will be some new additions to Bright Nights 2025 in Springfield, including a brand new 50 foot illuminated Christmas tree. It’s also covered in more than 18 hundred ornaments and has patterned lights that will also change according to which Christmas carols are playing.

The Martin Luther King Jr. Community Presbyterian Church in Springfield has reopened its doors, five years after being set on fire. The church has been a cornerstone for generations, serving as a spiritual home for many in the community. Despite the devastating fire, the congregation’s love for their church and community never wavered.

Springfield Central High School’s football team has advanced to the state semifinals after defeating Lowell 49 to 14 in the quarterfinals. The game is being played the Friday night, at a location to be determined. Fans and players alike are optimistic about the team’s chances to advance further in the playoffs.

Springfield Public Schools are launching the second year of the ‘Attend Today, Achieve Tomorrow’ campaign. The campaign aims to highlight the importance of daily attendance in achieving long-term student success. Two Central High Students, with a perfect attendance record since pre-school, helped kick it off

More than 100 students, faculty, and staff from Elms College participated in the annual Service Day, volunteering at 12 locations across Western Mass. The event is part of the college’s ongoing RESPECT campaign, which aims to foster diversity, and social justice within the community.

Liberty Bank is holding a clothing drive to benefit Springfield-based organizations, Dress for Success of Western Massachusetts and Suit Up Springfield. These organizations provide individuals in need with professional attire and help them prepare for job interviews and entering the workforce.

A street naming ceremony was held in Springfield in the honor of a cherished religious and community leader, Dorothy Davis. She was also the founder of Healing Temple Outreach Ministry. Friends, family and members of the community joined together yesterday to celebrate what was an unanimously approved street sign by the city council for Springfield, on Northampton Avenue

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