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Dear Abby: I lost everything to an internet scam and filed for bankruptcy

Dear Abby: My partner and I have been together more than five years now. He has two adult children. I learned two days ago that I am pregnant. At 43 years old, I didn’t think a child was in my future. But now that I’m...

By Larry Smith

Boston Celtics guard declines to campaign for NBA award

The Celtics are officially through with the regular season as they open the playoffs next weekend. There were some struggles midway through a long 82 games, but they did get some surprises. That includes Payton Pritchard enjoying a breakout season as he’s the frontrunner for...

By Larry Smith

2025 All-WMass Boys Hockey: Selections announced for D-I, Classes A & B

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By Larry Smith

Community Preservation Committee recommends $1 million for projects in Westfield

WESTFIELD — Three historical projects for a total of $408,000 were recommended for funding by the city’s Community Preservation Committee following its annual public information hearing on April 10. Also recommended was $500,000 for the renovation of the Westfield Skate Park and $90,000 for rehabilitation...

By Larry Smith

Ceramic Panther: Filling the vintage gap in Springfield’s fashion scene

SPRINGFIELD — Ceramic Panther, a vintage and secondhand clothing shop in Springfield, aims to offer one-of-a-kind pieces that shoppers won’t find anywhere else. The shop’s focus on sustainable fashion and timeless style, fills a gap in the community as more people seek environmentally responsible shopping...

By Larry Smith

Boats will be able to beach on North Pond Conservation Area

SOUTHWICK — It’s been a nagging question since a task force was created to address overuse issues at the North Pond Conservation Area: What can be done about the dozens of boats that routinely park along the shoreline of the area? The answer is nothing.“Boats...

By Larry Smith

Kristaps Porzingis is in promising spot as Boston Celtics begin playoffs

BOSTON — There were still injury questions floating around as the Celtics wrapped up their regular season campaign on Sunday but none about the player most would have expected before the season. Instead, a healthy Kristaps Porzingis watched Boston close out the regular season with...

By Larry Smith

Business Monday ETC: April 14, 2025

Hyundai Hope on Wheels donated $65,000 to Cops for Kids with Cancer to support its team for the Boston Marathon. A check presentation took place on March 26 at Gary Rome Hyundai, located at 150 Whiting Farms Road, Holyoke.The funds Cops for Kids with Cancer...

By Larry Smith

Arts Beat: The Bushnell brings Broadway to Hartford this fall

The Bushnell announced the eight musicals that will comprise its 2025-2026 Broadway Series season. Beginning this fall, The Bushnell will bring these exciting Broadway hits to Hartford as part of the series: a musical love story based on the bestselling novel “The Notebook;” the riotous...

By Larry Smith