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Franklin County residents call for...

David McKay — Fri, 17 May 2013 23:41:07 GMT

Several Franklin County towns are calling on the Baystate Health System to commit more resources to meet residents' medical needs.

Powerball Jackpot ticket frenzy

David McKay — Thu, 16 May 2013 23:27:57 GMT

No one won Wednesday night’s $360 million Powerball jackpot. The new estimate for Saturday's drawing is expected to top $550 million dollars. But with a lot money comes some big challenges.

Work at GCC on eco-friendly landscapes

David McKay — Thu, 16 May 2013 19:37:02 GMT

Businesses in Franklin County were given a lesson by students Thursday, in how to design more environmentally-friendly landscapes.

30 active bald eagle nests found in Ma

Thu, 16 May 2013 16:47:39 GMT

The survey conducted last month found eight nests along the Connecticut River, six at the Quabbin Reservoir and four along the Merrimack River.

Crack found in Greenfield drug raid

Anthony Fay — Thu, 16 May 2013 16:46:11 GMT

A 39 year-old woman from Greenfield has been arrested on drug charges, after police raided her home Thursday morning.

New generation of drivers

David McKay — Thu, 16 May 2013 00:14:55 GMT

A recent report released by the Massachusetts Public Information Research Group (MASSPIRG) says that by 2011 the average American was driving 6 percent fewer miles per year than in 2004. And the teen trend away from driving continues to grow.

Angelina Jolie Mastectomy options

Wed, 15 May 2013 23:51:41 GMT

Angelina Jolie recently announced she had a double mastectomy to prevent cancer, saying she not only did it for herself but for her kids.

Keene, N.H. sues "robin hooders"

Wed, 15 May 2013 16:40:39 GMT

A southwestern New Hampshire town claims that a group that put coins in strangers' parking meters are harassing traffic officers.

Historic win for Boston Bruins

David McKay — Tue, 14 May 2013 23:56:30 GMT

It was a historic comeback for the Boston Bruins Monday night, down three goals with 11 minutes to go in game seven against the Toronto Maple Leafs.

Electricity bill saving tips for summer

David McKay — Tue, 14 May 2013 20:33:09 GMT

How much electricity are you using everyday? 22News is working for you with tips on how you can save money by conserving power entering the summer months.

Guilty plea in deadly wrong-way crash

Anthony Fay — Tue, 14 May 2013 15:52:57 GMT

A 24 year-old woman from Sunderland has pleaded guilty to charges including motor vehicle homicide, for causing a crash that killed a UMass student and seriously injured another man.

Moving day for Greenfield Health...

David McKay — Mon, 13 May 2013 23:43:53 GMT

It was moving day for the Greenfield Health Department and Building Inspections office Monday from Town Hall to Sanderson Street.

Texting while driving likely to lead...

David McKay — Mon, 13 May 2013 23:30:50 GMT

Teens that text while driving are more likely to take other risks behind the wheel, say researchers.

Gas prices impact on summertime travel

David McKay — Fri, 10 May 2013 23:42:04 GMT

The price of oil dropped below 95 dollars a barrel today, but gas prices have been going up as we head into the summer holidays.

The price of Mother's Day cards

David McKay — Fri, 10 May 2013 23:26:28 GMT

The average price of Mother's Day cards is in the 2 to 3 dollar range.

Congress considers surveillance...

David McKay — Thu, 09 May 2013 23:54:06 GMT

Lawmakers held their first Congressional hearing today on the Boston Bombings in Washington.

More moms becoming family breadwinners

David McKay — Thu, 09 May 2013 23:48:21 GMT

A recent survey shows that mothers make up more than half the U.S. workforce and are catching up to dads when it comes to being the primary family breadwinner.

Massachusetts Solid Waste Master Plan

David McKay — Wed, 08 May 2013 23:46:12 GMT

Governor Patrick's Solid Waste Master Plan has a goal of decreasing the states waste in the next ten years.

Family Financial Advice

Wed, 08 May 2013 23:35:29 GMT

Who shares more financial information with their adult children, Mom or Dad?

Teen driving tips for summer holidays

David McKay — Wed, 08 May 2013 00:39:02 GMT

Memorial Day through Labor Day is the most dangerous time of year for teen drivers.

Dry weather delays strawberry season

David McKay — Tue, 07 May 2013 23:38:18 GMT

Strawberry season normally hits its peak next month, around Father's Day, but the dry weather has delayed the growing season.

Missing 9-year-old child found unharmed

Ryan Walsh, 22News Investigative Reporter — Tue, 07 May 2013 22:10:22 GMT

Police have found the 9-year-old boy who went missing near Unity Park in Turners Falls.

Fuel Assistance For Western...

Mon, 06 May 2013 23:31:41 GMT

The season for ordering home heating oil is coming to an end, but some residents are trying to determine how to pay those unpaid fuel bills.

McGovern announcing Hemingway transfer

Mon, 06 May 2013 12:47:19 GMT

A partnership between Cuba and a private U.S. foundation is working to preserve more of writer Ernest Hemingway's papers and belongings that he left at his home near Havana when he died.

High fire danger this weekend

Nick Bannin — Sat, 04 May 2013 14:28:23 GMT

It's been almost 10 days since our last rainfall and brush fire concerns continue.

Solar Energy Incentives

Sat, 04 May 2013 00:06:09 GMT

Governor Deval Patrick has set new goals for solar energy installations now that the state surpassed its clean energy goals four years early.

Safety tips as boat season approaches

David McKay — Fri, 03 May 2013 23:38:56 GMT

This week’s temperatures reached into the 80's and may have given you the urge to put your boat in the water. Here’s what you need to know to ensure you and your family are safe and legal on the water.

Heroin, 5 shotguns seized in Orange

Anthony Fay — Fri, 03 May 2013 19:21:15 GMT

Police in Franklin County have arrested a man who they say was selling heroin, and was planning to sell five illegal shotguns, in order to fund his own drug habit.

Disston Co. Moving To Chicopee

David McKay — Thu, 02 May 2013 23:27:33 GMT

After fifteen years in Deerfield, tool-maker "Disston Company" will move to Chicopee next month.

Become a Skywarn Weather Spotter

Elysia Rodriguez — Thu, 02 May 2013 03:45:47 GMT

Dozens of dedicated weather watchers took it to the next level in Franklin County Wednesday night.