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Springfield, Massachusetts · SpringfieldSPRINGFIELD, Mass. (WWLP) - A fundraiser in honor of a brave 9-year-old boy battling a rare disease is helping displaced families affected by fires. Brandon Holmes suffers from numerous seizures a day and is in hospice care. As a tribute to him, his family set up a non-profit in his name. This Friday evening, they put on a bingo night at the Eagles Club in Springfield to help those who have lost their homes due to fires or other disasters. "I'v…See the Story
Fundraiser ran by family of young boy battling rare disease helps displaced families affected by fires
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Hockey · MassachusettsWESTFIELD, Mass. (WWLP) - Amelia Park Arena In Westfield kicked off its third annual Spring Classic Hockey Tournament on Friday.
Inauguration held for HCC’s next President The event was for children 18 and up, with 14 teams competing for the classic cup this weekend. The arena manager Billy Fellows, told 22News that this annual event gives people who own their skates the opportunity to put them back on and play with friends. "The games a…See the Story
Amelia Park spring hockey tournament begins in Westfield
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Basketball · MassachusettsSPRINGFIELD, Mass. (WWLP) - USA Basketball announced Friday that 17 athletes will participate in the 3x3 Women's National Training Camp in Springfield.
International teams to compete in 3×3 basketball competition in Springfield The participants have been selected by the USA Basketball 3x3 Women's National Team Committee and will be considered for future national team assignments. Jennifer Rizzotti, Team President of the Connecticut Sun t…See the Story
17 athletes chosen for 3×3 Women’s Basketball Camp
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Oil and Gas Sector · SpringfieldSPRINGFIELD, Mass. (WWLP) - Massachusetts drivers are expressing concerns about the recent dramatic increase in gas prices in the past couple of weeks. The average price at the pump in Springfield has gone up 6 cents a gallon in just the last week.It stands just over $3.30 a gallon. This spike is largely due to the ongoing tensions in the Middle East. Over the weekend, Iranian air strikes sparked fears that Israeli counterattacks could trigger a…See the Story
Rising gas prices to possibly affect people’s wallets during summer travel season
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Massachusetts · MassachusettsSPRINGFIELD, Mass. (WWLP) - Springfield Police are reminding drivers to not drive distracted. It's in recognition of Distracted Driving Awareness Month. According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, more than 3,300 people lost their lives in 2022, due to distracted driving. It's illegal to send or read electronic messages, use apps, or surf the web while driving in Massachusetts, even if you're stopped at a red light. In an ef…See the Story
Springfield Police working to reduce distracted driving in the area
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Honolulu · HonoluluProsecuting Attorney Kelden Waltjen announced the arrest and charging of 31-year-old Cody Lee Ranchez Araw from Pepe‘ekeo for attempted distribution of fentanyl.See the Story
Pepe‘ekeo resident arrested and charged with attempted fentanyl distribution
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Chicopee · ChicopeeCHICOPEE, Mass. (WWLP) - As the weather starts to get warmer, projects around the house are beginning.
Police remind fans of fake Bruins and Celtics playoff tickets Some improvement projects require digging, but it isn't safe to just dig anywhere, and 22News has a reminder from National Grid during 'National Safe Digging Month.' National Grid is reminding customers to call 811 before starting any digging or excavation project until they …See the Story
Stay Safe: Call 811 before digging, National grid urges
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Massachusetts · MassachusettsGREAT BARRINGTON, Mass. (WWLP) - A potentially catastrophic incident was averted Friday as emergency responders were called to a motor vehicle accident involving a tractor-trailer hauling concrete on Route 23 near the Egremont town line.
Massachusetts OUI laws and dangers ahead of 4/20
Photo courtesy of Great Barrington Fire Department According to officials, at approximately 1:38 p.m., the Great Barrington Fire Department (GBFD), alo…See the Story
Tractor-trailer near-miss collision with tree in Great Barrington
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