If you ever needed a reminder that money is the lifeblood of politics, you need look no further than the steps of city halls across Massachusetts.City Council candidates in the state’s 17 largest cities raised $5.8 million and spent nearly as much — $5.5 million...
BOSTON — A common theme in Boston’s locker room after it’s game against the Canadiens was the talk of the penalties the Bruins took.The Bruins were assessed seven penalties in the 6-2 loss at TD Garden. “A lot of games this year have been penalty...
SOUTHWICK – The project to enhance the grounds of the public library has been paused after learning the Community Preservation Committee mistakenly approved in 2024 its initial funding application to purchase fixtures, and once again in October to finish the project. “Our project should never...
WESTFIELD — Westfield Historical Commissioner Jennifer Thielen read a proclamation to the City Council at its meeting on Dec. 18 in honor of Major General Henry Knox. The proclamation foreshadows planned celebrations in Westfield, Blandford and Springfield to honor Knox’s Noble Artillery Train, and in...
SPRINGFIELD — Every Saturday morning in the depths of winter, runners pull on hats and gloves and meet in Forest Park. Now in its 46th year, the Winter Snowstorm Classic race series, hosted by the Greater Springfield Harriers, brags that it never cancels for weather....
As autonomous vehicles expand into more U.S. cities, a new online training aims to help first responders safely interact with driverless cars when responding to incidents on the roadway.The Governors Highway Safety Association (GHSA) and Waymo announced the launch of a free, self-paced online safety...
Dear Eric: I own a few cars that I park on the street in front of my house. Some new toddlers and preschool kids are learning how to ride a bike. They circle constantly in front of my house instead of the house they rent...
SAVOY — John F. Carbin has completed some of the plumbing work on a home that he plans to retire to in the Berkshires. But he’s waiting on the building permit, and for him, that means waiting on the United States Supreme Court.Carbin, who lives...
BOSTON — The Bruins ended their four-game homestand with a 0-3-1 record after a 6-2 loss to the Canadiens on Tuesday. They were outscored 13-4 in their last two games and let Tuesday’s game get away from them in the third period. It’s not for...
