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wwlp.com | John Budenas
PITTSFIELD, Mass. (WWLP) – A Pittsfield man was arrested Wednesday night following a domestic violence incident in which a firearm was displayed and later discovered to be stolen. According to the Pittsfield Police Department, at approximately 9 p.m. Wednesday, officers were called for service involving a domestic altercation. Upon arriving at the scene, they identified the suspect as Terrell Ortiz, 45, of Pittsfield.
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1 week ago | 
wwlp.com | John Budenas
SPRINGFIELD, Mass. (WWLP) – The Springfield Police Department’s Ordinance Unit, in partnership with the City of Springfield, conducted a coordinated “park and walk” sweep on Thursday. The sweep focused on improving the quality of life in several downtown neighborhoods. Courtesy of Springfield PoliceThe effort targeted areas including Mulberry Street, High Street, School Street, Union Street, Spring Street, and Salem Street.
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1 week ago | 
wwlp.com | Ashley Shook |John Budenas
PALMER, Mass. (WWLP) – A serious crash in Palmer shut down both directions of the Mass Pike near mile marker 64.5 in Palmer Thursday afternoon. The Massachusetts Department of Transportation, I-90 eastbound, has since reopened to traffic. However, the westbound side remains closed at the crash site as investigators continue to process the scene.
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1 week ago | 
wwlp.com | John Budenas
UPDATE: Michael has been located. View the original story below:SPRINGFIELD, Mass. (WWLP) – The Springfield Police Department’s Youth Aid Bureau is asking for the public’s assistance in locating 17-year-old Michael Pepe, who was last seen on Wednesday morning. According to authorities, Michael was last seen around 9:30 a.m. in the vicinity of the High School of Commerce, located in the downtown area of Springfield.
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1 week ago | 
wwlp.com | John Budenas
SPRINGFIELD, Mass. (WWLP) – Hampden DA Anthony D. Gulluni issued a formal statement Wednesday following a judge’s ruling to grant a new trial for Edward Wright, who was convicted in 1985 for the murder of 25-year-old Penny Anderson in Springfield. Wright’s conviction, which has stood for four decades, is now being reconsidered after a Hampden County Trial Court judge ruled in favor of a new trial.
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1 week ago | 
wwlp.com | John Budenas
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1 week ago | 
yahoo.com | John Budenas
SPRINGFIELD, Mass. (WWLP) – No injuries were reported after a fire Tuesday evening in Springfield’s Indian Orchard neighborhood. Victims identified in Hebron Street shooting in Springfield The Springfield Fire Department was called to 220 Main Street at around 5:00 p.m. It took fire crews about 30 minutes to extinguish it before it could reach the roof. The Springfield Arson and Bomb Squad determined the cause to be an electrical malfunction due to an overheated extension cord.
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1 week ago | 
wwlp.com | John Budenas
SPRINGFIELD, Mass. (WWLP) – Chick-Fil-A has officially kicked off its next phase of growth in Massachusetts, announcing plans to open 12 to 15 new restaurants across the state by the end of 2027, including new locations in East Springfield and West Springfield. The new Springfield-area restaurants will be among several sites opening beyond the Greater Boston area. Chick-fil-A estimates the expansion will generate approximately 1,600 new jobs across Massachusetts.
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1 week ago | 
yahoo.com | John Budenas
MONSON, Mass. (WWLP) – Monson Savings Bank has announced the promotion of Awildo “Wil” Morales to Assistant Vice President and Community Lending Officer, recognizing his strong leadership and dedication to the communities the bank serves. In his new role, Morales will focus on building relationships with local borrowers, offering personalized lending solutions, and working closely with individuals and businesses to help them achieve their financial goals.
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wwlp.com | John Budenas
CHICOPEE, Mass. (WWLP) – Families can enjoy a festive and budget-friendly meal this Easter Sunday, April 20, as Applebee’s restaurants in the region offer a special ‘Kids Eat Free’ promotion. The one-day deal is available all day and allows families to treat their little ones to a free kids’ meal with the purchase of an adult entree.
