State Police track two people in Chicopee who crashed a car and ran
By Jeanette DeForge
November 22, 2009, 10:46PM
Police first tried to pull over the driver in Springfield. Full story »
Recount reaffirms Ward 6 City Councilor Timonthy McLellan's victory in Chicopee
By Pamela Metaxas
November 19, 2009, 1:34PM
Challenger David Amo said he will try again in two years. Full story »
Chicopee police arrest 2 for break-ins
By Pamela Metaxas
November 18, 2009, 6:02PM
Jack T. Jordan and Thomas Bobala have been arraigned in connection with 12 break-ins in Aldenville, Fairview and Willimansett; police continue to search for other suspects. Full story »
Chicopee resident Jose Felix-Robles faces federal charges for cocaine possession
By Patrick Johnson
November 18, 2009, 5:15PM
Federal agents found nearly a kilo of cocaine, or 2.2 pounds, on a living room sofa during a search of Jose Felix-Robles' 112 Elcon Drive residence, officials said. Full story »
35-year-old Chicopee man suffers burns to his face following an electrical explosion at the J.C. Penney store on Boston Road in Springfield
By George Graham, The Republican
November 18, 2009, 10:02AM
The victim, an electrician, had been working in a mechanical room on the second floor. Full story »
Chicopee soup kitchen makes urgent appeal for Thanksgiving turkeys; recuperates from weekend fire
By Pamela Metaxas
November 17, 2009, 6:30PM
Fire Capt. Patrick Halpin said fire officials are trying to determine the cause of the blaze at Lorraine's Soup Kitchen and Pantry. Full story »
Marion Szlachta of Chicopee sentenced to life in prison for beating Randy Maleski to death with baseball bat
By Buffy Spencer
November 17, 2009, 3:01PM
The defense lawyer told jurors they should convict Szlachta only of second-degree murder saying he didn’t understand the consequences of what he was doing due to mental health issues Full story »
Mass. Senate delays action on bill to expand charter schools in low performing districts
By Dan Ring
November 16, 2009, 9:30PM
The cap on charter schools would be increased in Holyoke, Springfield, Chicopee, Ware and Greenfield, under the proposed bill. Full story »
Doctor tells jury Marion Szlacha's mental ability to plan killing of Randy Maleski of Chicopee significantly impaired
By Buffy Spencer
November 16, 2009, 7:00PM
Closing arguments in Szlacha’s murder trial are schedule for Tuesday. Full story »
Best site for new Chicopee Senior Center is on Oak Street, Mayor Michael Bissonnette says
By Pamela Metaxas
November 16, 2009, 6:30PM
Most of those attending sported “It’s Time” stickers. Full story »
Jurors see suspect's videotaped interview with police as trial begins for Marion Szlachta of Chicopee, accused of beating Randy Maleski to death
By Buffy Spencer
November 13, 2009, 6:00PM
The trial in which Szlachta admits to an unprovoked attack is scheduled to resume on Monday. Full story »
Ceremonies in Chicopee, Holyoke, South Hadley honor veterans
By Pamela Metaxas
November 11, 2009, 6:15PM
“All gave some and some gave all,” said Col. Robert R. Swain Jr. commander of the 439th Airlift Wing at Westover Air Reserve base. Full story »
Westover Air Reserve Base pumped $231 million in to Western Mass. economy, Air Force says
By Jeanette DeForge
November 11, 2009, 4:00PM
About $23 million was spent last year on construction at the base. Full story »
Diocese reverses decision on Northampton churches while Chicopee church holds vigil
By Jeanette DeForge
November 08, 2009, 10:56PM
St. George's parish in Chicopee held a vigil to keep the Belcher Street church open. Full story »
State police trooper uninjured when driver crashes into cruiser
By Lori Stabile
November 07, 2009, 11:50AM
The state trooper was outside his cruiser when the accident happened. Full story »
Today's Weather
Temporary seasonal jobs reported in short supply in Western Mass.
Jobless Western Mass. residents line up for food relief
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Many large retailers hope to be able to add staff during the holiday season. |
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As jobs disappear, food aid becomes a necessity for many families. |

















