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Inauguration · MassachusettsAMHERST, Mass. (WWLP) - Governor Maura Healey will join the University of Massachusetts Amherst community on Friday, for the inauguration of Chancellor Javier Reyes, the university's 31st leader.
Basketball Hall of Fame Enshrinement weekend postponed due to Olympics The ceremony, which will commence at 10:30 a.m. at the Mullins Center, will feature Governor Healey as one of the distinguished speakers.
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Governor Healey to attend the inauguration of Chancellor Javier Reyes at UMass Amherst
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Massachusetts · MassachusettsCHICOPEE, Mass. (WWLP) - The Chicopee Department of Public Works (DPW) is currently addressing a significant water break at the intersection of Britton St and Montcalm St. Motorists are advised to seek alternate routes as DPW crews work to resolve the issue.
The extent of the water break and the duration of the repairs remain uncertain at this time. Updates will be provided as more information becomes available.
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Water main break on Britton and Montcalm Streets in Chicopee
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Chicopee · ChicopeeCHICOPEE, Mass. (WWLP) - This is Severe Weather Preparedness week and this is the time of year we can start to get strong and even severe thunderstorms.
70 degree temperatures on the way to Massachusetts next week The National Weather Service classifies a thunderstorm as severe when it's capable of producing wind gusts of 58 mph or higher, hail of an inch in diameter, and possibly a tornado. When a severe thunderstorm or tornado is repor…See the Story
This is the number one cause of death associated with thunderstorms
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Massachusetts · MassachusettsSPRINGFIELD, Mass. (WWLP) - In a bid to address maternal health inequities in the Indian Orchard neighborhood of Springfield, Health New England has granted $20,000 to the Indian Orchard Citizens Council (IOCC) in honor of Dora Robinson.
Western New England University to host brain health conference on dementia This grant aims to support the organization in identifying and meeting the needs of birthing Parents of Color in the community.…See the Story
Indian Orchard Citizens Council receives $20,000 grant to tackle maternal health disparities
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Massachusetts · MassachusettsSPRINGFIELD, Mass. (WWLP) - A local company has donated vital medical equipment to the Springfield Fire Department.
House adds $10M to budget with public safety amendment Eastman Chemical Co. based in Indian Orchard has been working with the Springfield Fire Department for many years now and once they heard the department didn't have oximeters, they volunteered their help. Oximeters are essential for monitoring vital signs in emergency s…See the Story
Eastman Chemical donate oximeters to Springfield Fire Department
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Springfield, Massachusetts · SpringfieldSPRINGFIELD, Mass. (WWLP) - April is Earth Month and Clean Water Action launched a new program on Thursday. Some area restaurants are taking part in Clean Water's ReThink Disposable campaign. La Veracruzanarestaurants and POH-Keh bowl are replacing their disposable take-out containers with sustainable returnable containers in partnership with Clean Water Action. For a one-time $10 deposit you can get a reusable container that can be used at any …See the Story
These Massachusetts restaurants launch reusable takeout container program
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Health · MassachusettsHOLYOKE, Mass. (WWLP) - The Holyoke Public Schools are launching a pilot program for those interested in earning certificates for the health or manufacturing field.
Amherst Regional Schools stops search for middle school principal amid lawsuit According to the Holyoke Public Schools, the new program called "Greater Holyoke Vocational Training After Dark" will offer classes to students 16 years and up as well as adults. The classes will b…See the Story
Holyoke High Dean Campus offering free health and manufacturing certificate programs
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Massachusetts · MassachusettsSPRINGFIELD, Mass. (WWLP) - Four people, including one juvenile, were arrested Friday in Springfield after police discovered multiple illegal firearms in a duffel bag.
Two teens arrested after Springfield police catch them breaking into vehicle According to police, on Friday, April 19th, at approximately 6:30 p.m., SPD Firearms Investigation Unit (FIU) Detectives were conducting surveillance on the 100 block of Island Pond Rd, when they …See the Story
Springfield police seize illegal firearms, including AR-15, make four arrests
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