Amanda Martin-Ryan

Springfield

Anchor and Reporter at WGGB-TV (Springfield, MA)

Marist College Junior- Media Studies and Production Major, Journalism Minor

Articles

North Adams man arrested on drug charges

1 month ago | westernmassnews.com | Amanda Martin-Ryan

NORTH ADAMS, MA (WGGB/WSHM) - A North Adams man was arrested last week after police allegedly found him with over $20,000 worth of narcotics. North Adams Police said officers reportedly witnessed a supposed drug deal at an undisclosed location. A vehicle then reportedly drove off, which police stopped and searched. Johnathan Bump Sr. was found with approximately 395 grams of cocaine/crack cocaine, which had a street value between $23,000 and $31,000. He was charged with trafficking cocaine.
Water repairs close part of Main Street in Greenfield

1 month ago | westernmassnews.com | Amanda Martin-Ryan

GREENFIELD, Mass. (WGGB/WSHM) - A portion of Main Street in Greenfield will be closed as the city continues to make water repairs. From 7 a.m. through 3 p.m. throughout the rest of the week, the corridor between Greenfield Savings Bank and the library will not be accessible to traffic. Eastbound traffic in the area will remain open.
Eversource to conduct tree trimming operations this week

1 month ago | westernmassnews.com | Amanda Martin-Ryan

SPRINGFIELD, Mass. (WGGB/WSHM) - Low-flying helicopters will be trimming trees as Eversource works to clear area around transmission lines. The work is being done along the power line corridor, so residents in Becket, Blandford, Granville, Lee, Otis, Russell, and Southwick may hear the helicopters at work. Eversource said tree trimming will prevent power outages or potential public safety issues. It also reduces the time and risk of crews doing it manually.
Frontline medical worker reflects on COVID pandemic, what comes next

1 month ago | westernmassnews.com | Amanda Martin-Ryan

SPRINGFIELD, Mass. (WGGB/WSHM) - Five years ago, the COVID-19 pandemic put a spotlight on our doctors and nurses, many of us dubbing them our 'healthcare heroes.' Western Mass News went back in time with the story of one leader on the frontlines at Mercy Medical Center. Mark Kenton was just months into his new role as chief of emergency medicine when he was tasked with making a plan of attack - in completely uncharted territory.
Pittsfield Police investigate threat made toward 2 schools

1 month ago | westernmassnews.com | Amanda Martin-Ryan

PITTSFIELD, MA (WGGB/WSHM) - An investigation was underway in Pittsfield following a threat that was directed toward Taconic High School and Pittsfield High School Wednesday morning. School resource officers were able to speak with possible witnesses and suspects, which led them to find a non-working Orbeez gun, a toy gel-blaster, at a Pittsfield teenager's home, which was pictured in the social media post in question.
Hampden Co. Sheriff's Office warning of new text message scam

1 month ago | westernmassnews.com | Amanda Martin-Ryan

LUDLOW, MA (WGGB/WSHM) - The Hampden County Sheriff's Office is warning the public about a new scam making the rounds in western Massachusetts. It involves either a text or voicemail that says the recipient is "the subject of an investigation being finalized against you." It then urges the recipient to call back immediately to avoid further legal action and provides a phone number and fake case number.
Holyoke residents may notice changes to water taste, odor

1 month ago | westernmassnews.com | Amanda Martin-Ryan

HOLYOKE, MA (WGGB/WSHM) - Holyoke residents may notice a difference in your water over the next week. According to city officials, the change is due toa a scheduled change in source water. We're told all water quality standards will stay the same, but you may notice a slight change in taste, temperature, or odor. If you have any questions or concerns, contact the treatment facility at (413) 532-6778.
Experts explain the impact of long COVID

1 month ago | westernmassnews.com | Amanda Martin-Ryan

SPRINGFIELD, Mass. (WGGB/WSHM) - While the world has seemingly moved on from the COVID-19 pandemic, there's one group of people who wish they could - but can't. They're called COVID long-haulers - a name that speaks for itself. Western mass news heard from the world's largest COVID recovery program, and one western Mass resident still grappling with the illness. "They don't have all the answers, and they clearly did not have any of the answers in my case," she said.
2 vehicles overturn on Palmer road amid icy conditions

2 months ago | westernmassnews.com | Amanda Martin-Ryan

PALMER, MA (WGGB/WSHM) - Two cars over turned in Palmer, which shut down Three Rivers Road for some time Thursday morning. Drivers are being reminded to take extra precautions when driving in icy conditions like we saw earlier Thursday. The drivers' identities and extent of their injuries are unknown at this time.
Springfield man arrested following gun investigation

2 months ago | westernmassnews.com | Amanda Martin-Ryan

SPRINGFIELD, MA (WGGB/WSHM) -- A search warrant executed Wednesday night ended in several drug and gun-related charges for a Springfield man. Members of the Springfield Police firearms investigation unit, the Hampden County Sheriff's Office, and Mass. State Police searched 33-year-old Artwain Davis' apartment on East Park Street around 7 p.m. following an investigation.