SPRINGFIELD — An audit of Springfield’s payment in lieu of tax system shows there is no formal policy to collect money from the city’s many nonprofit agencies, and the few agreements that do exist are inconsistent. “Without a structured approach, the city may be foregoing...
A bicyclist was struck by a car on Route 127 in Gloucester Monday morning.Gloucester Police DepartmentA 63-year-old woman was flown to a hospital with serious injuries Monday morning after she was struck by a car while biking on Route 127 in Gloucester, according to police.Gloucester...
SPRINGFIELD — After a six-month suspension and two firings that were overturned by arbitrators, former patrolman Anthony Bedinelli has been promoted to sergeant, police confirmed Monday. Twice-fired and reinstated Springfield Police Officer Anthony Bedinelli has been promoted to sergeant. (The Republican, File)Bedinelli, previously passed over...
The legacy of Worcester Police Officer Manny Familia, who died in 2021 while saving a group of teens from drowning, continues on today through the successful use of the “Manny Tube” by first-responders throughout Massachusetts and beyond. Enmanuel “Manny” Familia was 38-years-old and a five-year...
NATICK - With a 1-0 win Monday night, the Notre Dame Academy Cougars did something that no other girls’ soccer team had accomplished in 725 days: shutout the Natick Redhawks.The last time Natick was shut out in a contest was also the last time they...
HOLYOKE — Anthony Santana Merced and Raiza Domenech sleep in a tent near McNulty Park, surrounded by pallets wrapped in chicken wire — not to keep people out, but to keep animals away.Their makeshift home sits at the center of a growing conversation about homelessness...
Minnechaug field hockey defeated Longmeadow in the Western Massachusetts Class A championship on Oct. 30, 2023.Kayla WongAGAWAM – The No. 1 Longmeadow field hockey team edged out No. 3 Agawam 1-0 on Monday afternoon in an early-season showdown. If you purchase a product or register...
On Running fans, Zappos is marking down top-rated On sneakers right now, and these deals aren’t expected to last long. Known for their sleek design and innovative CloudTec cushioning, On sneakers have a massive following among runners, athletes, and celebs alike. Cloudrunner 2$160 $120These On...
One of Timberland’s most iconic and durable boots just got a huge discount. The 6-Inch Premium Fleece-Lined Waterproof Boot is now only $90, down from $180, a full 50% off, making this the perfect time to invest in boots you’ll wear all fall and winter.Women's...
Karine Asatryan, 35, was one of two women authorities say was shot and killed by 31-year-old David Minasvand in their Watertown home late last month. Now, her sister is asking for donations to help support Asatryan’s young daughter, Madeline. “Tragically, Madeline has now lost both...
