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11 people were hospitalized early Thursday morning after a car collided with a dairy cow on Amherst Road just outside of Northampton. Several cows escaped from a nearby farm, and one driver collided with one at about 2am yesterday. No children were involved in the crash, and all 11 people are expected to be okay

Springfield’s mayor is speaking out after crews battled a three-alarm fire at a vacant city hospital. The old Vibra Hospital on State Street has been called a firefighter killer by the Fire Commissioner for the dangers it presents. Mayor Sarno also spoke out against the property owners and the condition of the property

In Connecticut, a state Senato is looking to reduce the cost of youth sports. Mauve you've noticed how expensive it is getting. Costs for youth sports have jumped 46% in the last five years. The bill would ban all private equity firms from being involved in youth sports and would require them to pay full refunds for any junk fees collected throughout a season.

The 104th Fighter Wing at Barnes Air National Guard Base in Westfield is back to normal operations after a lockdown triggered by an inaccurate report of shots fired during a training exercise. No shots were actually fired, and no one was hurt.

You can likely remember back in 2020 when Zoom meetings became a thing....well many people still use it frequently. A newly elected city councilor in Springfield though is raising concerns about remote participation in City Council meetings. He has sent a resolution letter urging the City Council to limit Zoom appearances to only emergencies and hardships, due to remote councils not visible on camera, are difficult to hear, or step away to handle other responsibilities

Fans got together in Downtown Springfield yesterday to watch the Thunderbirds on TV, as they continued their playoff push on the road. They won 4-3, tying the best of 5 series at 1-1. That ensures that there will be two home games in Springfield next week

Rep. Bud Williams, is leading an initiative to prevent the closure of the Pine Point Post Office branch in Springfield. The postal unit on 150 Boston Road in Springfield is expected to close on June 25th. Staff says they were not given a specific reason for the closure. The community has been using this service for more than 40 years.

The town of Ludlow will host its second annual Restaurant Week from Saturday, June 6 to Sunday, June 14. It's an opportunity to support local if you like to dine out, as the event will offer discounts at several local venues. The hope is to boost attention and highlight the town’s dining options.

If you've been thinking that there's been more rainfall over the years, you'd be historically right. The Springfield area has specifically experienced a 13% increase in rainfall rates from 1970 to 2025. Rainfall in western Massachusetts has also gotten heavier over the years.

Always good to show kindness to those who serve or have serve our nation, and their families. Springfield Museums is giving U.S. military personnel who are currently serving and their families free admission this summer. It begins on Saturday and ends on Labor Day, September 7.

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.

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