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Holyoke residents rallied outside City Hall on Monday, calling for greater transparency around Mayor Joshua Garcia's $750,000 public safety proposal and changes to the city's use of surveillance technology.
What started as a few inflatable pumpkins and ghosts has grown into a Halloween attraction that draws families and neighbors to a South Hadley home each October.
One person died after a fire at an apartment building in Chicopee Monday night.
Young livestock farmers from New England and beyond received support from buyers at the annual 4-H Beef Sale at The Big E, where steers generated more than $362,000 in sales.
Young livestock farmers from New England and beyond received support from buyers at the annual 4-H Beef Sale at The Big E, where steers generated more than $362,000 in sales.
Three western Mass. community colleges are receiving more than $339,000 in state grants to train adults for jobs in health care, education and other in-demand fields.
Construction is underway on a long-awaited improvement project at 101 State Street, as MGM Springfield moves forward with repairs that casino officials say will help transform the property into a boutique hotel.
East Main Street was temporarily closed between Rose Street and Sunnyside Street due to a structure fire Monday night.
BOSTON (SHNS) - Republican gubernatorial nominee Mike Minogue plans to have no lieutenant governor in his administration if he wins the general election, a decision he announced after Republican candidate for the No. 2 job, Shawn Oliver, suspended his campaign Sunday following a drunken driving arrest. Oliver was…
With Halloween approaching, Springfield police are reminding parents and children to take extra precautions while trick-or-treating and celebrating the holiday.
With Halloween approaching, Springfield police are reminding parents and children to take extra precautions while trick-or-treating and celebrating the holiday.
Republican lieutenant governor candidate Shawn Oliver is ending his campaign after being arrested on suspicion of operating under the influence over the weekend, creating a new challenge for Republican gubernatorial candidate Mike Minogue just two weeks before Election Day.
The Friendship Band will perform at the Iron Horse in Northampton on Tuesday, Nov. 3, for the second annual Friendsgiving fundraiser benefiting local youth programs.
A federal judge overseeing the trial of former Massachusetts State Police trooper Matthew Farwell has ordered the government to keep all evidence presented during the trial private until a verdict is reached.
Gov. Maura Healey called her Republican opponent's campaign "chaos" on Monday, after the GOP nominee for lieutenant governor suspended his bid following an alleged drunken driving crash and arrest Saturday.
More than 4,000 Springfield voters have already cast ballots ahead of the Nov. 3 state election, according to Massachusetts voter data released Monday.
Digital services for Stop & Shop remain offline one week after a cybersecurity incident affected the network of the grocery chain's parent company.
State police agencies across New England and New York issued nearly 6,000 traffic citations and made 36 OUI arrests during the three-day Operation Wicked Safe traffic enforcement initiative.
MassDOT announced overnight closures for two major highway exits in West Springfield and Chicopee Monday night for construction activities.
A nor'easter situated off the Mid-Atlantic coast is prompting concerns regarding beach erosion, coastal flooding, and turbulent surf along sections of the East Coast this week.
Hampden County Sheriff Nick Cocchi is warning residents about a scam in which criminals are impersonating sheriff's deputies and using fake federal court documents to demand thousands of dollars.
National School Bus Safety Week begins Monday, reminding drivers, parents, and students that everyone has a role in keeping children safe.
Residents across Hampshire and Franklin counties will have an opportunity to safely dispose of unwanted medications during National Drug Take Back Day on Saturday, Oct. 24.
Red Oak USA of Ohio won Grand Champion honors at the $50,000 Six-Horse Hitch Showdown held during the final weekend of The Big E.
The Healey-Driscoll administration announced more than $13 million in federal funding for road safety initiatives across Massachusetts.
Applications are now open for the 71st annual Holyoke Grand Colleen Pageant, which seeks single young women aged 17 to 22 of Irish descent residing in Holyoke, South Hadley, Easthampton, or Southampton.
Beginning next month, Holyoke Community College will offer a free, six-week line-cook training program at the HCC MGM Culinary Arts Institute.
The Wendy's restaurant in Feeding Hills is among the new round of locations that have closed as part of ongoing bankruptcy proceedings.
The East Longmeadow Police Department is seeking help to identify an individual allegedly involved in an incident that occurred in late September.
A former NFL running back and cannabis advocate is warning that if Bay Staters vote to eliminate retail sales of recreational marijuana via Question 8, it "could set a really dangerous precedent."
Greenfield Cooperative Bank has partnered with Manna Community Kitchen to collect cold weather essentials through next month.
A Westfield man is facing multiple charges after allegedly threatening two men with a handgun at a boatyard in Portland, Connecticut.
A man faces firearm and drug charges following a stolen vehicle investigation in Chicopee on Sunday.
A public art initiative called Adams Bears on Parade will feature nearly 30 painted bear sculptures throughout downtown Adams.
The Great Barrington Police Department issued a reminder for residents to lock their vehicles following an increase in motor vehicle break-ins.
Drivers are urged to obey speed limits and stop signs as police respond to increased traffic violations along the Ferry Street detour route.
Gov. Maura Healey is maintaining a lead in polls two weeks ahead of Election Day.
Supporters argue capitalism is incompatible with true freedom, and the economy should be collectively controlled.
The Connecticut Office of the Chief Medical Examiner has released the cause of death for a 12-year-old girl found dead in her Enfield home in March.
Hoffmann Architects and Engineers has recommended that the city of Northampton demolish the nearly 37-year-old EJ Gare Garage due to severe structural deterioration.
Andrew Luster's trial gained international publicity because he fled to Mexico after posting $1 million bail in January 2003; he was captured months later in Puerto Vallarta by bounty hunter Duane "The Dog" Chapman, who was pursuing him with a TV crew.
The Super Bowl 59 MVP was found to have blood clots in his lungs, a source told The AP.
"I’m just going to tell you these pilots saved our lives. And God covered us."
Critically acclaimed rock band Bon Jovi has announced new stadium shows for their 2027 tour, including a stop at Gillette Stadium next summer.
22News morning anchor Kaelee Collins returned to the airwaves on Monday following a nearly six-month maternity leave.
The rating is 4 points lower than a previous poll conducted in July, 8 points lower than at this point last year and lower than at any other time during his first term.
More than 1.5 million pounds of meat products have been recalled.
The Pittsfield Fire Department is advising the public of safety measures amid social media challenges involving isopropyl alcohol and open flames.
A federally required emergency drill at Bradley International Airport was held to test agency coordination and emergency preparedness.
In honor of Breast Cancer Awareness Month, 22News will host its annual Go Pink Day on Monday and air a special segment starting at 5 p.m. featuring local doctors discussing breast cancer prevention and treatment.
The 15th annual Stuffing the Pantry 5K run or walk is being held on Thanksgiving in East Longmeadow.
Monson Savings Bank has donated $1,000 to the Wilbraham Public Library Community Food Pantry and is hosting a food drive at its Wilbraham branch throughout October.
Crews worked to extinguish a vehicle fire in Easthampton on Sunday night.
Police say three Guard members fired their weapons, and investigators don’t yet know which one hit the man they arrested.
Drivers in Ludlow should plan for road closures this week as construction work gets underway on Miller Street.
Thousands of participants gathered in Springfield's Forest Park to take part in the Rays of Hope Walk and Run.
Shawn Oliver, the Republican candidate for lieutenant governor, has suspended his campaign hours after he was arrested on a charge of operating under the influence late Saturday night.
The UMass football team fell 25-18 to Buffalo in overtime Saturday after the Bulls tied the game in the final seconds of regulation to force extra time.
The UMass football team fell 25-18 to Buffalo in overtime Saturday after the Bulls tied the game in the final seconds of regulation to force extra time.
Shawn Oliver, the Republican nominee for lieutenant governor, was arrested on a charge of operating under the influence late Saturday night, authorities said, leading his running mate Mike Minogue to call on Oliver to suspend his campaign.
While many New England Patriots fans measure their loyalty in years, George F. Bush measures his in decades.
Two people were arrested last week after a suspected drug deal in downtown Palmer led police to seize cocaine and dozens of bags of suspected heroin and fentanyl.
The next time your flight is canceled or delayed, it may not be as easy to get compensation as a new federal rule takes effect.
Kids and families gathered at Central Chevrolet in West Springfield Saturday for a community trunk-or-treat event.
Two people suffered minor injuries early Sunday morning after a single-vehicle crash into a telephone pole at the intersection of Northampton Street and Country Club Road in Holyoke.
Springfield leaders will host an Irish Remembrance Event Sunday at the Rose Garden in Forest Park to mark the 45th anniversary of the 1981 Irish Hunger Strike.
The Ware River Valley Domestic Violence Task Force is scheduled to host its 11th annual Domestic Violence Awareness Walk and Community Gathering this Sunday at Veteran's Park in Ware.
Community leaders gathered Saturday to launch the Fort Pleasant Project, a new Springfield initiative that aims to support youth in crisis, help formerly incarcerated individuals re-enter the community and expand access to housing, workforce training and other resources.
The fifth annual Magic for Maddie 5K Walk & Carnival took place in Holyoke this Saturday.
Multiple No Kings events are being held across western Massachusetts on Saturday as part of a broader movement that included gatherings in communities throughout the state and across the country.
A driver was rescued from a vehicle after crashing into a rock in Easthampton, according to the Easthampton Fire Department.
Second Chance Animal Services hosted a low-cost community vaccine clinic in West Springfield on Saturday, giving local pet owners access to essential preventative care for their animals.
A Massachusetts State Police cruiser was involved in a crash with another vehicle Friday afternoon in Belchertown.
East Longmeadow cross country student-athlete Grace Brookes has earned a chance to compete on a national stage after receiving a Fleet Feet Wild Card entry to the 2026 Brooks Midwest Cross Country Championships.
Supporters can bowl for a cause on Saturday at Shaker Bowl in East Longmeadow during the Rhonda Swan Memorial Scholarship Fund Cancer Awareness Bowling Fundraiser.
Happening today! Holyoke firefighters will host a free public open house this Saturday at their headquarters.
The Town of West Springfield is scheduled to conduct a stop-log flood-prevention exercise from Saturday night into Sunday morning.
Pope Leo XIV is being released from the hospital on Saturday, four days after lung cancer surgery, and will deliver the traditional noon blessing Sunday from a window overlooking St. Peter's Square, the Vatican announced.
Friendly’s is celebrating Halloween with a series of promotions, including free meals for children in costume and a costume contest.
The Friends of the Springfield Armory National Historic Site will host the From Muskets to Motors car and motorcycle show this Saturday to support educational programs and preservation efforts.
The flavors, music, and traditions of Greece filled Saint Luke's Greek Orthodox Church in East Longmeadow on Friday as the parish hosted its 27th annual Taste of Greece festival.
Local developers continue to question the state's selection of Liberty Junction as the site for a new federal courthouse in Springfield.
A longtime Springfield public health leader is being recognized for decades of service to the community.
A Waltham man has won a $1 million grand prize on a Massachusetts State Lottery scratch ticket.
A winning Massachusetts State Lottery scratch ticket worth $1 million was sold at a Cumberland Farms in Gilbertville.
WEST SPRINGFIELD, Mass. (WWLP) - A fundraiser at The Big E raised more than $50,000 for two organizations that support the traveling amusement and concessions industry. The Jamboree took place Sept. 29 after the fairgrounds closed for the day, bringing together concessionaires, industry leaders, amusement employees…
An employee at U.S. Rep. Joe Courtney's office in Enfield was exposed to an unknown white powder found in an envelope Friday afternoon.
Delivery of the MBTA’s new Red Line train cars has been delayed again, with more than 180 cars still awaiting delivery as of July.
2News evening anchor Ciara Speller spoke with students at Phoenix Career Academy Friday morning as part of the school's weekly community initiative.
The United States Postal Service held a job fair Friday in Springfield, with organizers saying job seekers began lining up before the event officially started.
Elected officials, educators, and University of Massachusetts Amherst students gathered at Tower Square on Friday for the inaugural Emerging Leaders for the Common Good Summit, focused on preparing the next generation of public servants.
With the November midterm election just weeks away, Massachusetts gubernatorial candidates are weighing in on local issues, including the proposed development of a new courthouse on Liberty Street in Springfield.
With less than three weeks until the November election, both Massachusetts gubernatorial candidates are speaking out about the arrest and ongoing legal issues involving former Gov. Maura Healey aide Lamar Cook.
A 21-year-old man was convicted on multiple charges related to the assault of three juvenile girls in a Pittsfield park and sentenced to prison.
There were renewed efforts this week to convince lawmakers to abandon a gambling expansion the House adopted unanimously.
State and federal law enforcement responded Friday morning when Secretary of State William Galvin's office received an envelope that it says matched the description of "suspicious mail received by other election offices around the country."
Massachusetts gained 3,500 jobs in September, its jobless rate was unchanged, and its labor force grew.
Security evacuated individuals from Target at the Holyoke Mall on Friday due to a gas leak.
An Easthampton man has been sentenced to prison for sexually assaulting two elementary school students while working as a school paraeducator.
White House press secretary Katie Zacharia is "transitioning out" of her role after President Trump told reporters that he told her to "reconsider" the position amid a rocky start to the job this week, a White House official told The Hill. "I said, 'Honestly, if I were you, I'd reconsider,'" Trump told reporters…