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Web ratings show women turning to porn

Jackie Bruno — Sat, 21 Nov 2009 00:19:34 GMT

Porn has always been popular with men. But, now it's striking a chord with women. According to the 2007, Nielson Net Ratings, one in three visitors to adult websites were women.

McHappy day funds go to McDonald house

Alexis Miller — Fri, 20 Nov 2009 22:44:02 GMT

You can lend a hand for McHappy Day and help support a good cause. Today's marks the last day of the global fund raiser McHappy Day.

Man wanted on drug and gun charges

Matt Caron — Fri, 20 Nov 2009 22:00:45 GMT

On Friday, the West Springfield Police Department Narcotis Bureau descended on the home of Michael Pacheco at 32 Cook Street. They raided the residence and discovered evidence that lead the police to issue an arrest warrant.

Immigration takes center stage at UMass

Jackie Bruno — Fri, 20 Nov 2009 21:19:17 GMT

Immigration legislation took a front row seat at UMass Amherst on Friday. The Labor Center held a conference to discuss immigrant workers.

DiGrigoli offers free cuts for Veterans

Matt Caron — Fri, 20 Nov 2009 21:05:39 GMT

The DiGrigoli School of Cosmetology in West Springfield provides free haircuts to veterans every other month. They used to run the program only once a year, on Veterans Day.

Hidden dangers of rebate cards

Jaclyn Cashman — Fri, 20 Nov 2009 14:00:04 GMT

It’s your money and 22News is watching it. If you ever receive a rebate card from a company you've done business with, you need to make sure you destroy that card after you use it.

50 Western Mass. children get new homes

Fri, 20 Nov 2009 12:41:05 GMT

It is a special day around the country ton Friday as hundreds of children will be adopted. In Massachusetts 212 children will be officially adopted, 50 from western Massachusetts, on this year's National Adoption Day.

Man to be arraigned for killing 6 y.o.

Elysia Rodriguez — Fri, 20 Nov 2009 11:39:21 GMT

The man accused of driving drunk and allegedly running over a 6 year-old boy and killing him in September will answer to a judge on Friday.

Liquor tax question could make ballot

Julie Tremmel — Fri, 20 Nov 2009 11:15:26 GMT

It costs Bay State drinkers 6.25-percent more to buy booze now than it did back in July. While the Bay State desperately needs new revenue to close the budget gap, one group is fighting back, trying to repeal the state's new liquor tax.

Big money for Big Brothers, Big Sisters

Barry Kriger — Fri, 20 Nov 2009 03:20:34 GMT

Big support for Big Brothers and Big Sisters of Hampden County in Holyoke on Thursday. Auctioneer Roy Scott kept the pace fast and furious as close to two hundred people bid on donated items at the Log Cabin in Holyoke Thursday night.

Cub scout food drive helps area needy

Kara Dominick — Fri, 20 Nov 2009 02:18:50 GMT

A group of local cub scouts is doing their part to help the needy this holiday season. Pack 303 has been hosting a food drive over the last few months.

"NBA fit initiative" held in Spfld

Kara Dominick — Fri, 20 Nov 2009 02:06:51 GMT

The Springfield Armor is helping teach kids about healthy living. The D-league team hosted the 'NBA fit initiative' on Thursday at the Springfield Boys and Girls Club.

Bradley says FAA glitch was minimal

Veronica Cintron — Thu, 19 Nov 2009 23:24:24 GMT

Many air travelers found themselves making new flight arrangements Thursday morning after a Federal Aviation Administration computer glitch forced nationwide cancellations and delays.

AAA says holiday travel to increase

Jackie Bruno — Thu, 19 Nov 2009 22:52:49 GMT

AAA is predicting that 1.3 million more Americans will be driving to their Thanksgiving destinations this year than last year. If that's correct, 33.2 million people will be commuting to their family feasts by car.

Preparing your home & car for winter

Adam Strzempko — Thu, 19 Nov 2009 22:42:34 GMT

It won't be long now before the cold and snow start to move into western Massachusetts so it's a good time to prepare. You should get you car checked and winterized.

Local woman gets an "Ambush Makeover"

Elysia Rodriguez — Thu, 19 Nov 2009 22:10:13 GMT

A Granby resident was ambushed in a good way this morning. Susie Slater woke up to at 5:30am to a knock at the door.

Shriner's hospital gets local donation

Lynn Barry — Thu, 19 Nov 2009 22:08:51 GMT

The Shriner's Hospital for Children in Springfield has many donors. On Thursday, the Westfield Moose Family Fraternity showed its support through a $1,320 donation.

Local stores offer holiday layaway

Jackie Bruno — Thu, 19 Nov 2009 21:53:42 GMT

K-Mart is promoting their layaway program, but the shopping feature isn't just for big discount stores. Country Comfort on Main Street in Northampton is a boutique thats been doing layaway for 37 years.

Tired of Turkey? Try something else

Shane Symolon — Thu, 19 Nov 2009 21:44:57 GMT

Tired of Turkey? The traditional Thanksgiving bird doesn't always have to be the main course for your holiday. Local grocery stores say they're increasingly seeing people go for something a little less traditional. Alternatives include ham, lamb, and pork loins.

Doctor accused of perverted practice

Thu, 19 Nov 2009 20:23:41 GMT

A Holyoke doctor has his license to practice medicine suspended. The Massachusetts Board of Registration in Medicine released a notice today saying Dr. Dhirendra Mohan represents an immediate threat to the health, safety and welfare of the public.

"ADMONISH" ranks as top word of 2009

Thu, 19 Nov 2009 19:37:21 GMT

It's a word you may be familiar with, but it took the national stage earlier this year. Springfield based Merriam-Webster has chosen "ADMONISH" as its 2009 Word of the Year.

ACS challenges people to quit smoking

Thu, 19 Nov 2009 12:56:57 GMT

Thursday is the Great American Smoke Out – a challenge to people to stop using tobacco and to clear the air of second hand smoke. 22News spoke to Arlela Bethel from the American Cancer Society about this annual event.

Ask the Doctor: Health care reform

Thu, 19 Nov 2009 12:31:27 GMT

Polls are suggesting that the nation is sharply divided on support for and against the health care legislation that passed in the House of Representatives on November 7. 22News spoke with 22News spoke with Pediatrician Dr. Michael Posner about what is ahead in the health care reform debate.

Cancer survivor upset by new guidelines

Julie Tremmel — Thu, 19 Nov 2009 11:09:52 GMT

News that government experts are recommending regular mammograms begin at 50, not 40, has some breast cancer survivors shocked and worried.

Dozens protest Springfield power plant

Julie Tremmel — Thu, 19 Nov 2009 04:01:41 GMT

A group called Stop Toxic Incineration pleaded with the Springfield Health Council on Wednesday night to convince the governor to stop the builing permit for a wood burning power plant in the city.

TVs come in different shades of green

Shiri Spear — Thu, 19 Nov 2009 00:56:03 GMT

According to the California Energy Commission TVs and accessories like DVD and Blu-ray players can account for 10% of a homeowner’s electricity bill. Find out which TVs are the biggest "energy offenders".

Holiday shoppers digging deep for cash

Julie Tremmel — Wed, 18 Nov 2009 14:01:18 GMT

Shoppers are ‘going green’ this holiday season, pulling good old fashioned cash out of their wallets, and that has retailers concerned.

Big boost to end homelessness in WMass

Wed, 18 Nov 2009 13:04:16 GMT

A new pilot program to prevent homelessness has been given a big boost by the United Way of the Pioneer Valley.

Soldiers' Home protest on Beacon Hill

Elysia Rodriguez — Wed, 18 Nov 2009 11:04:39 GMT

Western Massachusetts veterans and their families traveled to Boston on Wednesday to protest the governor’s budget cuts that will slash services at the Holyoke Soldiers Home.

Springfield simplifies recycling

Shiri Spear — Tue, 17 Nov 2009 19:55:15 GMT

In December, recycling will be easier for Springfield residents. Household will no longer need to separate paper from plastic, glass, and cans.