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JFK to be remembered on Sunday

Fri, 20 Nov 2009 21:22:35 GMT

Former President John Fitzgerald Kennedy will be remembered this weekend on the 46th anniversary of his assassination.

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.

Car dealerships rebound after clunkers

Shane Symolon — Fri, 20 Nov 2009 20:34:29 GMT

It’s been two months since cash for clunkers ended, and car dealers are trying to get people to drive off their lots with a new set of keys.

Mass. House orders staff furloughs

Fri, 20 Nov 2009 20:19:57 GMT

House leaders are ordering their staff members to take five furlough days, although lawmakers won't have to take them themselves.

Not uncommon for snow on Thanksgiving

Fri, 20 Nov 2009 19:47:34 GMT

It's hard to think snow on a day when temperatures are in the 50s and 60s but we have had snow on Thanksgiving in the past.

H1N1 vaccination clinic Saturday

Fri, 20 Nov 2009 19:36:01 GMT

The West Springfield Health Department is holding an H1N1/Swine Flu vaccination clinic on Saturday, November 21st.

Why does Thanksgiving make me sleepy?

Elysia Rodriguez — Fri, 20 Nov 2009 19:20:48 GMT

For many this thanksgiving a nap is just as much a part of the tradition as football.

New Longmeadow High one step closer

Fri, 20 Nov 2009 18:14:48 GMT

Longmeadow has received approval from the Massachusetts School Building Authority to move ahead with the design phase of a proposed $82 million dollar new high school.

Pap test recommendation change

Elysia Rodriguez — Fri, 20 Nov 2009 18:01:28 GMT

First mammograms, now there are new recommendations for another popular cancer screening method.

Man arrested with explosives in car

Fri, 20 Nov 2009 17:50:32 GMT

An expired inspection sticker led to the arrest of a 64-year old Springfield Man on drug and explosives charges.

Man arraigned in death of Holyoke boy

Mark Wiernasz — Fri, 20 Nov 2009 17:42:01 GMT

A man from Chicopee accused of hitting and killing a 6-year old boy in Holyoke while allegedly driving drunk was back in court Friday morning.

Man denied appeal in 2005 double murder

Fri, 20 Nov 2009 17:01:51 GMT

The highest court in Massachusetts has upheld the conviction of a man serving a life sentence in the 2005 fatal shooting of two Springfield men.

Woman sexually assaulted on Sumner Ave.

Fri, 20 Nov 2009 15:48:15 GMT

Springfield Police say a second woman was sexually assaulted in less than one week in the Sumner Avenue area.

7-car accident causes delays on I-91N

Fri, 20 Nov 2009 12:46:55 GMT

A seven car accident is tying up traffic on Interstate 91 Northbound in Springfield.

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.

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.

Bright Nights to offer $6 admission

Robert Gebo — Thu, 19 Nov 2009 22:18:40 GMT

Bright Nights will roll back the price of admission when it opens for its 15th season. Another season of spectacular sights comes to life when the lights are turned on, November 25th.

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.

"Smokeout" urges people to quit smoking

Thu, 19 Nov 2009 20:13:44 GMT

Today is the day to quit smoking for good!