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By all accounts, Palmer is getting a train station as part of the East-West rail project, and yesterday there was a discussion for the design of the station. Earlier this year the MassDOT announced their selection of the south of Palmer yard as the site for the future train station, which has been met with disappointment.  That said, many left hopeful and excited after yesterday's meeting

West Side schools are getting a boost...the district just got a $300,000 grant. The funds will be allocated in three parts: $100,000 for student transportation, another $100,000 for supplies, and the remainder for infrastructure support.

A new student leadership initiative is giving Springfield students a chance to step into the city’s top leadership roles– if only for a day. Mayor Sarno and the Superintendent announced the launch of “Mayor for a Day” and “Superintendent for a Day” program, which aims to immerse students in civic and educational leadership.

A social media post highlighting safety concerns at an elementary school bus stop in Holyoke has prompted city officials to take action after catching the attention of the community. Many of the kids are trespassing on private property and even running out into the street. The city is talking about adding cross guards, police presence, and or even moving the stop

A Palmer woman, who has dedicated her life to feed communities and end hunger, received the surprise of a lifetime when she was given a brand new car. It's part of the Hyundai Salute to Heroes program. Aida Torres began her mission in 2020 by using money from her own pocket to buy food for the elderly, veterans, and underserved communities

You would think that 4 months into a major intersection reconstruction project would hurt nearby businesses, but the opposite has been happening. Springfield businesses are experiencing an unexpected benefit from the X construction project. One of the biggest reasons is all the construction workers stopping in throughout the day. Construction will be ongoing into 2030.

The non-profit, Hyundai Hope on Wheels, made a gift of $100,000 to Baystate Children’s Hospital. This grant is helping to advance research and provide much-needed support, all with the ultimate goal of putting an end to childhood cancer. Funds will also allow parents to receive food and gas vouchers to help them offset some costs

You wouldn't want to go to wash the dishes or take a shower and see brown water flowing from the taps....but it's been happening in Holyoke. Holyoke Water Works said the issue may stem from peak construction season, sewage separation work, or the city’s aging infrastructure. They will come out and take a water sample if you're ever concerned

The Indian Orchard Food Truck Festival is returning to Springfield this weekend, giving people a chance to enjoy a variety of foods from more than a dozen food vendors. The festival is in its ninth year and will be held over two days, this Saturday & Sunday, for the first time. The festival reinforces the importance of community backing for small businesses

A Springfield health center has reopened its doors to the community, months after a reckless driver crashed into their old facility. You may remember the viral road rage incident on Sumner Ave by the X severely damaged the business. The health center serves patients with or without insurance and fills a vital gap in community healthcare access

A shelter in place order in the area of Crane Hill Road in Wilbraham on Friday ended without anyone getting hurt. There was a suspect arrested, and that person is expected in court for a hearing today. The reports came in of an armed man acting dangerously and threatening with a weapon, but again, no injuries were reported.

If you spent any time outdoors over the weekend...you may have easily confused October for June. With sunshine and temperatures in the 80's, parks in Springfield were filled with people enjoying time outdoors in shorts and a t-shirt. Many enjoyed typical summer activities like walking and fishing. Liam Murphy is ready to check in in a moment to see if this will continue

Home Depot in West Springfield hosted its annual fire safety event over the weekend, featuring local first responders and attracting over 200 children. The event included a variety of activities such as a kids workshop, face painting, and a fly-over by a state police helicopter.

Springfield Public Schools has relaunched its Super Saturdays & Sundays program, aiming to provide families with resources and opportunities that enhance learning and community connection. This initiative is particularly significant in a district where 44 languages are represented.

No it's not just you...it's me and thousands of others here in Western Mass....if you're noticing more bugs like stink bugs getting in your home, it's due to the cooler nights. This seasonal behavior is typical and they can find even the smallest opening and get in. Most of the insects trying to get in your home are harmless and don’t bite or cause any damage.

The Taste of Italy event drew more than a thousand people to the South End this weekend, where people enjoyed homemade Italian food like eggplant polenta and tortellini. The event not only delighted with its food offerings but also strengthened community ties and supported a local church.

Speaking of getting out in the nice weather...the annual Greater Springfield Crop Hunger Walk happened yesterday afternoon, bringing community members out to raise funds for families in need of food. The event has made a significant impact on addressing food insecurity in the region and beyond, having raised nearly $800,000 over the years.

If you’re planning on shipping out gifts or cards during the holiday season…it's going to cost more. The Post Office is increasing their prices on packaging services starting this weekend and ending in mid-January. The highest possible increase is $3 for heavy packages

The CHD's Cancer House of Hope is getting a huge boost, as a local real estate company is donating over $50,000 n honor of one of their agents who passed from cancer. The program director at CHD’s Cancer House of Hope, expressed her gratitude, saying, “It just shows the community support that we have here in the Western Mass community.”

Many restaurants in the state will be seeing some grant money come in, particularly to help them better serve the hungry. A total of 31 restaurants received grants ranging from $7,000 to $45,000 to prepare and supply food to be delivered at no cost to various nonprofit organizations. Some of the local places in Milano's in Chicopee, Elegant Affairs in Downtown Springfield and Hammel's in Holyoke

The city of Springfield is planning to expand Florian Park. To do so they will be acquiring 9 pieces of land. The expansion aims to provide more green space and playgrounds for the area’s youth, particularly benefiting the South End neighborhood. Hungry Hill will also benefit, as Springfield wants to use some of the land there to serve as a memorial for Hungry Hill veterans.

A new Middle School is coming to the Pioneer valley, after Longmeadow voted last night to consolidate their two middle schools, into one. The town already has the highest property taxes in Western Ma, and now they will go even higher to fund $96 million of the over $150 million project. 

Police are warning you to be on the lookout for deer, especially while driving in wooded areas around dawn or dusk. This is the time of year where the deer are the most active. The season peaks in mid November, and becomes less of a concern after December

40 years is a long time, and after 40 years, all 13 locations of Smithland Pet & Garden Center will close. The company originally known as myAgway and Dave’s Soda and Pet City said this decision was difficult but necessary. They have locations in both western Massachusetts and across Connecticut, but there's no public timetable for the closure