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Penguin Plunge in Westfield's Hampton Ponds raises funds for Amelia Park...
With Saturday’s sunny skies and a high temperature of 42 degrees, the weather cooperated with the event as winter swimmers of all shapes, sizes and ages took their turn jumping into the water where...
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Pit bull bites 3 people: the dog's owner, a 2-year-old girl and a Westfield...
All three victims are recovering from the attack at a Maple Street residence, according to Westfield police. The dog has been quarantined while the city's animal control officer completes an...
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Reconstruction of Westfield's Pochassic Street Bridge expected to begin in April
The bridge is expected to reopen to traffic by fall of next year. File photo by Don Treeger / The RepublicanThe Pochassic Street bridge is seen in 2000, the year the state reduced the weight limit on...
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Westfield Mayor Daniel Knapik asks City Council to create new Public Safety...
Central dispatch operations will be housed at the city's Technology and Emergency Management Center. Daniel M. Knapik WESTFIELD – City officials are moving forward with plans to combine dispatch...
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Pit bull, one of two that mauled owner on Porter Lake Drive in Springfield,...
Pam Peebles of the T.J. O'Connor animal center, said the pit bull showed signs of aggression during an evaluation Associated PressThis image provided by the Southeast Area Animal Control Authority...
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Proposal to cap Massachusetts' housing authority directors' salaries barely...
The salary cap was proposed after news that Chelsea’s former housing authority director was being paid $360,000 a year. The Republican file photo | Mark M. MurraySpringfield Housing Authority...
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Springfield judge reviewing hit-and-run case of Berkshire probation chief's...
Westfield Assistant Clerk-Magistrate Nathan Byrnes didn't find enough probable cause to issue criminal complaints against alleged hit-and-run driver Meredith Nilan, the 24-year-old daughter of...
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Massachusetts government and military leaders launch effort to preserve...
A new round of military base closures could begin as early as 2013. The Republican file photoCrews secure a F-15 Eagle at Barnes Air National Guard Base in Westfield. In the face of looming federal...
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Westfield Fire Department rescues 76-year-old fisherman who fell through ice
The man was warned moments earlier to stay off the ice because it was not safe but went fishing anyway. WESTFIELD - A 76-year-old fisherman who apparently disregarded thin-ice warnings had to be...
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Air Force announces planned cuts at Westover Air Reserve Base as Lt. Gov....
“The Air Force proposal to transfer eight C-5s from Westover is certainly concerning for this region and the commonwealth," Murray said. CHICOPEE - Westover Air Reserve Base stands to lose half its...
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Care for Our Troops to hold fundraiser at East Mountain Country Club in...
Rock for Our Troops will feature two live bands. Members of Care for Our Troops gather each month to pack custom care packages for American troops stationed overseas. WESTFIELD – Care for Our Troops...
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Busing costs for Mass. homeless students expected to reach $11.3 million in 2012
The nearly $1 million increase is attributed to higher gas prices and a persistently dour economy driving up the numbers of homeless families, according to State Auditor Suzanne Bump's office. The...
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Easthampton officials hope to name new city planner soon
Thirty one people applied for the position and the advisory committee narrowed that to five finalists, one of whom withdrew. EASTHAMPTON – With interviews finished, Mayor Michael A. Tautznik said he’s...
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Synthetic marijuana crackdown spreading throughout western Massachusetts
Northampton is the latest municipality to take action against stores carrying synthetic pot. Officials are seeking to ban the substance, which has been blamed for numerous hospital visits. NORTHAMPTON...
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Proposed Westfield dog park to be discussed at public information session
The commission is expected to vote on the proposal Feb. 27. WESTFIELD – The Parks and Recreation Commission will host a public information session Thursday on the proposed creation of the city’s first...
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Hampden District Attorney's Office is collecting cell phones to benefit...
People can donate phones in various court locations. The Republican / File photo SPRINGFIELD – The Hampden District Attorney’s Office is collecting cell phones so it can earn money to benefit local...
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Speaker Robert DeLeo opposes governor's plan for new taxes and fees
Gov. Deval Patrick filed about 10 proposals for raising new revenues, including a 50 cent per pack cigarette tax increase. Photo by Josh Reynolds / Associated PressSpeaker of the House Robert DeLeo,...
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Holyoke police charge 2 with drug crimes
Nicholas Sabadosa, 26, of Westfield, and Eric Hutchinson, 28, of Springfield, are facing multiple drug charges, including possession with intent to distribute. Republican file photo HOLYOKE – A car...
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Westfield Gas and Electric Department customers can expect to see lower bills
Monthly savings should be about $12.50 for customers using both electricity and natural gas. WESTFIELD – A combination of supply management, reduced wholesale prices and a new state energy grant...
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Friends of Westfield Dog Bark gain support in effort to create a park
The full City Council may be asked to help effort to create a Westfield Dog Park. WESTFIELD – City Councilors Christopher M. Crean and James R. Adams agree with residents of the Paper Mill Recreation...
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