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Massachusetts Gov. Deval Patrick touts proposed Holyoke computer center as sign of Pioneer Valley economic recovery

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By Jim Kinney, The Republican

March 19, 2010, 10:27PM
The computer center's partners include UMass, Boston University, MIT, Cisco Systems and EMC Corp. Full story »
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Employers, citing Mass. law, leery of health insurance rules and fines

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By The Associated Press

March 19, 2010, 4:56PM
The Massachusetts law has been used as a blueprint for a national health care bill heading to a critical vote in the U.S. House on Sunday. Full story »
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Holyoke Chamber of Commerce to learn details of high-speed computing center on March 29

By Jim Kinney, The Republican

March 19, 2010, 2:40PM
A top state official said the governor will provide more details about the planned $80 million center at a chamber breakfast.  Full story »
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Gov. Deval Patrick blames decision to close Registry branch on bad economy

By Jim Kinney, The Republican

March 19, 2010, 12:24PM
While in Springfield, the governor heard stories from employers who used federal stimulus funds to save jobs.  Full story »
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Home Source Warehouse to open new store in Agawam Shoppes

By Chris Hamel, The Republican

March 18, 2010, 4:07PM
The store specializes in furniture, home goods, electronics and clothing. Full story »
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Mass. jobless rates for Feb. holds at 9.5 percent

By The Associated Press

March 18, 2010, 9:44AM
The largest increases have been in the areas of education and health services as well as the trade, transportation and utilities category. Full story »
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Massachusetts abandoned property list includes about 2,200 Pioneer Valley people

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By Patrick Johnson, The Republican

March 18, 2010, 5:00AM
Twice each year, the treasurer's office publicizes the names of holders of abandoned property.  Full story »
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Platterpus Records, after 25 years in Westfield and Hadley, closing doors

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By The Republican Newsroom

March 17, 2010, 5:23PM
Owner David Witthaus said he always liked being "the guy from the record store." Full story »
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Developers of Westfield power plant promise extra safety precautions

By Vernon Hill, The Republican

March 17, 2010, 4:26PM
Government agencies also will have oversight, the project manager told local residents opposed to the project.  Full story »
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CityStage and other arts venues question potential impact of a Palmer casino

By Jim Kinney, The Republican

March 17, 2010, 4:06PM
CityStage president is asking lawmakers to cap the size of any Palmer theater. Full story »
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Mildly positive outlook on economy by Federal Reserve Board gives stocks a lift

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By The Associated Press

March 16, 2010, 5:27PM
The Dow Jones industrial average rose almost 44 points for its sixth straight gain. Full story »
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4 Southwick businesses face action for allegedly selling alcohol to minors

By Manon Mirabelli

March 16, 2010, 4:31PM
The businesses must appear for hearings in Boston next month.  Full story »
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Atkins in Amherst moves step closer to obtaining beer and wine license

By Diane Lederman, The Republican

March 16, 2010, 3:27PM
Four people spoke against the license during a hearing Monday.  Full story »
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Pioneer Valley housing sales shake winter blues

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By Jim Kinney, The Republican

March 16, 2010, 2:51PM
The average sales price in the Pioneer Valley rose 0.3 percent from $186,285 to $186,913.  Full story »
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Your comments: Readers react to 'Fran Johnson's Golf & Tennis in West Springfield closed until further notice'

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By The Republican Newsroom

March 16, 2010, 2:28PM
Should a local business ask its customers for a bailout? Full story »
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