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First responders rushed in to help after a woman was trapped underneath a car in Chicopee, and they were able to get her out and taken to the hospital. She was working on the car when the jack slipped, but she was only pinned underneath for about 10 minutes

Out in the hilltowns… a school bus went off route after the driver had a medical emergency while students were still on board. The district became unaware of where the bus was, and was unable to reach the driver. Within the hour authorities found the bus, and all the students were safe and accounted for

Police in Westfield are looking into a strange situation after several portable toilets were damaged or destroyed by fire, intentionally. No one was hurt, and investigators are just trying to figure out what happened and prevent it from happening again. It's happened 4 times so far, causing almost $4,500 in damages

Massachusetts is rolling out steps aimed at lowering winter electric and natural gas bills, with the goal of easing costs during the coldest months. The focus is on short-term relief to help households manage heating expenses when energy use is highest.

A student in Chicopee was surprised and honored with a $1,000 check by the Surprise Squad for quietly leading by example and inspiring classmates through kindness and character. The 17-year-old has maintained a high GPA while managing an autoimmune disorder that requires monthly infusions, working two part-time jobs, and volunteering in her community.

It was never fun as a kid when outdoor recess was cancelled for rain....and yesterday it was being cancelled for the bitter cold. Some local districts like East Longmeadow have even had to change the daily schedule to accommodate the change. But it makes sense to do with this cold snap in the valley

Local DPW officials are reminding people to clear snow and ice from their sidewalks after storms, mainly to keep everyone walking safely. It’s also a heads-up that if sidewalks aren’t cleared within the required time, fines can follow.

A company called CRRC says it will temporarily furlough 161 Springfield workers in Massachusetts because completed subway car shells are being held up and can’t move forward in the process. The company is hoping it’s temporary so employees can return once things are sorted out. The Springfield facility helps manufacture red line and orange line train cars

Springfield’s MLK Day event brought thousands of neighbors together to honor Martin Luther King Jr. with music, reflection, and conversations about unity and treating one another with dignity. The heart of it wasn’t speeches or slogans — it was a reminder that small, everyday acts of kindness and fairness still matter right here at home.

Hundreds of young people took the stage at the MassMutual Center on MLK day, telling Springfield something important: They’re not waiting to make a difference. They’re doing it right now. The night to honor MLK Jr. wasn’t about speeches as much as it was about encouraging each other to treat people better and make a positive difference right where they are.

The Springfield Thunderbirds hit the ice early yesterday morning, for their annual kids takeover game. Not only did the young Springfield kids take in the game, but they also got to work, helping scan tickets, sell pucks, and run the team's social media photography.

The Springfield site operated by Smithfield Foods has been fined after inspectors found issues with how ammonia was being handled at the facility. The company says it’s already taken steps to address the concerns, with the main takeaway being a renewed focus on keeping workers and the surrounding community safe. No food recalls have been put out

The Holyoke Mall has been strengthening community ties by opening its doors to local nonprofits, hosting events that help community groups connect with families in a relaxed, welcoming space. In the past year they've hosted over 150 events to help organizations such as, the Springfield Boys & Girls Club, the Food bank of Western Mass and Dakin Humane Society

A Massachusetts state trooper in Springfield put his life on the line and purposely drove into the path of a runaway tractor-trailer, while the driver appeared to have a medical emergency. His brave act brought the out-of-control big rig to a stop on Boland Way and prevented anyone from getting 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