Easthampton, Longmeadow, West Springfield approved to participate in Massachusetts' Model School Program
By Chris Hamel
November 18, 2009, 9:15PM
The state's School Building Authority program could bring new high school facilities to each community. Full story »
Traffic tied up on I-91 South in Holyoke, Easthampton from minor crash
By Patrick Johnson
November 18, 2009, 7:04PM
A minor crash between a tractor-trailer and a car in Holyoke caused a rush-hour traffic jam along I-91 South, police said. Full story »
Massachusetts School Building Authority approves $48 million Easthampton High School project for next phase in state funding process
By Fred Contrada
November 18, 2009, 4:36PM
The state pays up to 60 percent of the cost for school projects following final approval by the Massachusetts School Building Authority. Full story »
Two 19-year-old Northampton men arrested after Easthampton home invasion
By George W. Graham
November 18, 2009, 7:54AM
A third suspect remains at large, police said. Full story »
Springfield school officials expel Putnam football star who brought gun on school property
By Michael McAuliffe
November 13, 2009, 7:59PM
Putnam Principal Kevin McCaskill called for the expulsion following a media inquiry. Full story »
Stop & Shop files revised plan for supermarket on Route 10 in Easthampton
By Fred Contrada
November 09, 2009, 7:15PM
According to the city planner, the revised plan shows a supermarket and attached retail space with the same footage but no longer includes the other two buildings. Full story »
Despite historic ballot, Springfield voter turnout lowest among 8 Pioneer Valley cities holding mayoral elections
By Michael McAuliffe
November 04, 2009, 11:36PM
Chicopee, Holyoke, Westfield and West Springfield had voter turnout of 35% or less. Full story »
Members of Assumption of Blessed Mary Church in Chicopee appeals closure plans by Roman Catholic Diocese of Springfield
By Jeanette DeForge
November 04, 2009, 9:00PM
Nine out of 19 churches in Hampden and Hampshire counties identified for closure have filed appeals. Full story »
Easthampton City Council rejects proposal to increase meals tax
By David Vallette
November 04, 2009, 7:31PM
Mayor Michael Tautznik had recommended the tax as a way to fund bringing back emergency personnel laid off to accommodate declining revenue. Full story »
Four-way race for mayor to be decided in Easthampton
By Patrick Johnson
November 03, 2009, 3:57PM
Town Clerk Barbara L. LaBombard has predicted a turnout of 40 to 45 percent Full story »
Election Day dawns clear and bright for Western Massachusetts
By George W. Graham
November 03, 2009, 8:46AM
Violent crime was on the minds of a number of Springfield voters as they headed to the polls Tuesday. Full story »
Easthampton facing busiest election in years
By Nancy Gonter
November 02, 2009, 9:15PM
There are also four at-large City Council races, Full story »
Mayoral contests highlight elections of 2009 ballot
By Michael Plaisance
November 02, 2009, 10:07AM
Read our round-up of the local races before you head to the polls tomorrow. Full story »
Western Mass. officials hoping for good turnout in municipal elections
By Michael McAuliffe
October 31, 2009, 2:00PM
Springfield voters will decide whether the mayor should serve a longer term. Full story »
Easthampton City Council race draws diverse field
By The Republican Newsroom
October 27, 2009, 4:32PM
6 candidates are vying for 4 seats. Full story »
Today's Weather
Unemployment rate may have dropped, but recovery may be a long way off, Western Mass. economists warn
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The number of foreclosures is down nearly 30 percent in Mass. |
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