Mohegan Sun says it wants to explore future non-casino development at former...
Over the past several days, Mohegan's commitment to Palmer has been called into question. This is an update to a story posted at 5:30 p.m. PALMER - After days of negative publicity regarding its...
View ArticleKeith Freeman of Springfield charged with leaving scene of accident in which...
Police said at the time Morin’s motorcycle clipped the rear end of a rental truck at Berkshire Avenue and Cottage Street at about 10 a.m. Sept. 19. SPRINGFIELD - A city man has been indicted in...
View ArticleMassachusetts Municipal Wholesale Electric Co. in Ludlow fined $2,000 for...
n addition to paying the $2,000 penalty, MMWEC has agreed to obtain a sewer user permit, correct the hazardous waste violations and take steps to prevent a reccurrence of the violations in the future....
View ArticleBax & O'Brien of Rock 102 to launch annual 'Mayflower Marathon' to aid Open...
Bax & O'Brien are looking to fill three 48-foot trailers with non-perishable food for Open Pantry Community Services. SPRINGFIELD - Western Massachusetts morning radio legends Mike Baxendale and...
View ArticleWest braces for more stormy weather
Storms whipping the western states will soon effect the east coast. LAS VEGAS (AP) — The U.S. West faced more stormy weather Saturday after a powerful system buffeted several states, stranding drivers...
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1 year after Springfield natural gas explosion, some of affected downtown...
The Springfield gas explosion caused millions of dollars in damage, injured more than 20 people and displaced several dozen downtown residents and local businesses. Watch video SPRINGFIELD — More...
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Zumba instructor in small-town Maine prostitution bust leaves jail
The scandal erupted a year ago in an unlikely place, a small town known for its beaches, New England charm and proximity to former President George H.W. Bush's seaside estate in Kennebunkport. ALFRED,...
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UMass Minuteman Marching Band to perform in Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade
An estimated 3.5 million will watch from city streets, plus more than 50 million will be tuning in. Watch video AMHERST – As it is for millions of others, watching the Macy’s Thanksgiving Day parade...
View ArticlePowerful storm system blasts Western US; 4 killed
The fierce weather has prompted flooding and water rescues in California, stranded dozens of drivers in Nevada, caused hundreds of crashes among desert dwellers in Arizona and brought snow to northern...
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Obituaries today: Robert Dupuis Jr. owned K&B Roofing Company of Springfield
Obituaries from The Republican. Robert Dupuis Robert C. Dupuis, Jr., 59, of Springfield, died Thursday. He was born in Ludlow, and raised in Springfield. He graduated from Springfield Technical...
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Palmer police investigating Dunkin' Donuts break-in
This was the second break-in at Dunkin' Donuts since September. PALMER - Police are investigating another break-in at Dunkin’ Donuts on North Main Street that was reported last week. Police Lt. John...
View ArticleZaida Luna still Springfield Ward 1 City Council winner after recount
The final tally was 760 votes for Luna and 748 for Claudio. SPRINGFIELD - A recount was held on Saturday for the Ward 1 City Council position, and incumbent Zaida Luna remains the winner. The recount...
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Southwick firefighters at scene of blaze at transfer station
The fire was called in just before 6 p.m. A Southwick Fire Department truck. SOUTHWICK - Firefighters are at a fire at the town's transfer station at 25 Industrial Road, according to police. The fire...
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Northampton firefighters extinguish chimney fire on West Street
When firefighters arrived, the house was "full of smoke" and there were flames shooting from the chimney. NORTHAMPTON - Firefighters spent an hour at 78West St. on Saturday night, putting out a...
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West Springfield police investigating armed robbery at Elm Market
The suspect took off with an undetermined amount of cash, police said. Republican file photo WEST SPRINGFIELD - Police are searching for a man who robbed the Elm Market and Package Store at 246 Elm...
View ArticleWoman who allegedly sent ricin to President Obama, Bloomberg cuts plea deal
A Texas woman accused of sending ricin-laced letters to President Barack Obama and New York Mayor Michael Bloomberg has reached a plea deal with federal prosecutors, a newspaper reported Saturday....
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State police investigating fatal crash in Gill
Icy roads are causing accidents in Franklin County. GILL - State police are investigating a fatal car accident that happened Saturday night in Gill on Route 2. No other details were immediately...
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Iran nuclear talks said down to fine print stage
Diplomats refused to spell out details of the talks, which dragged on past midnight into a fifth day. But both sides suggested negotiations focused on detailed wording that could be key in shaping an...
View ArticleObama declares Iran nuclear agreement an 'important first step'
Interim agreement between Iran and international negotiators lessens the likelihood of Iran developing a nuclear weapon capability.. WASHINGTON (AP) — President Barack Obama declared an interim...
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Route 2 multi-car crash in Gill kills one, injures six
One woman died and six others were injured in a Route 2 crash in Gill. GILL— A 28-year-old woman died and six other people were injured in a three-car collision that shut down Route 2 for several...
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