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A new stop sign in Sixteeen Acres has been run many times recently, with drivers likely having no idea. It's on Parker Street, as you cross over White Oak Road to head towards the yield onto another section of Parker Street. For years it has been a stop just on White Oak, but the Springfield DPW added it as a trail after neighbors raised concerns over past accidents

Gas prices continue to increase across the nation. In Springfield, the average price sits at just over $3.70. In Hartford, it's $3.95. In response to the rising costs, two U.S. senators introduced the Gas Prices Relief Act earlier this month. The proposed legislation seeks to suspend the 18-cent-per-gallon federal gasoline tax, and if passed would remain in effect through September

It was just a normal gas fill up at the new BJ's station in Springfield, until some hazardous waste started spraying everywhere. The gas station’s fire suppression system malfunctioned and was set off. Cars filling up in the area were seen blanketed with foam, but no one was hurt

Shoutout to all the women in Greater Springfield and Hartford who are doing great things...a Springfield non-profit organization just hosted its 14th Annual International Women’s Day celebration Saturday at the Zanetti School. The event recognized local women who continue to make an impact within the community through their achievements and service.

Martin Luther King Jr. Family Services in Springfield announced that its community center is temporarily closed due to unforeseen circumstances. They're working to relocate their services. The closure was caused by the smell of gas, and even though Eversource shut off the supply, they want to identify and fix the cause before allowing people back in

Pickleball has been growing in popularity over the last decade...and the Greater Springfield Habitat for Humanity hosted their second annual pickleball tournament at The Picklr in Westfield on Sunday. The money raised went to homeownership and home preservation projects throughout Hampden County. The organization is dedicated to providing homeownership opportunities to low-income families.

It’s been a long last several weeks for TSA workers, as they have not received a paycheck due to the partial government shutdown. Now, members of the community and travelers are stepping up to make sure TSA employees at Bradley International Airport are taken care of. Many gift cards have been given to TSA workers at Bradley for things like gas and groceries

Over the weekend, our city experienced the love of Jesus in a real way. Random strangers were blessed with free gas, but more than that, people were prayed for, seen, and reminded they’re not alone. Restoration City Church put this on, filling tanks at various stations in the city. They said it was a moment to give generously and believe boldly for our city

It may not have felt like spring or summer this past weekend, but that did not stop people from getting free ice cream in Chicopee. In fact, a line formed around the building, as Creamy Cones opened it's second Western Mass location. The first one is in West Side, and the opening of this one on Memorial Drive was celebrated by giving out 400 free vanilla servings

Saturday marked the 13th annual Swish Night, where the Make-a-Wish foundation was raising funds to be able to grant the wishes of 80 eligible children right here in western Mass. The evening featured championship college basketball, and a brief program between games to highlight the organization’s mission of granting life-changing wishes for children with life-threatening medical conditions.

Chicopee officials traded in their badges for pucks and hit the ice to settle their rivalry for a good cause. Fire and police crews went head-to-head for their 10th annual “Battle of the Badges” hockey game on Saturday afternoon, all to benefit the Chicopee Boys and Girls Club. Plus, two scholarships were given out to students of Chicopee Comp. and Chicopee High School.

A pothole on Main Street in Springfield reportedly damaged eight cars in a single night, prompting warnings on social media and frustration from a local property manager. It happened outside the Monkey Wrench building in the South End. The property manager is trying to get the city to at least put a cone up before a permanent fix

Springfield crews have been at work trying to repair potholes, though while crews have been working to address the damage, they have been slowed down by rainy conditions. On a day with favorable weather, a single crew can repair as many as 50 potholes and during recent work on Grenada Terrace, workers filled approximately 15 craters on that street alone

3 new tenants have been confirmed for the Springfield Crossing...Playa Bowls, a fast growing chain of smoothie shops and acai bowls, has signed on to join the plaza of small in-line tenants.  A Japanese Sushii spot and a wellness spa are the other two. No word on when those opening dates will be

Bear sightings have been happening more and more with the weather warming up. Wildlife experts say now is the time to bear-proof your yard. That includes sealing up trash and bringing in bird feeders at night. They also recommend using an airhorn to scare a bear away rather than bear spray

Springfield's Union Station is set to get big upgrades. The plan aims to expand capacity and reduce travel times. The proposal includes a plan to establish hourly train service between Springfield and New York City.

There have been reports of hours-long lines at airports across the country amid the partial government shutdown. However, it looks like local travelers have been okay. Officials at Bradley International Airport in Windsor Locks say they haven’t had any major impact that other airports are seeing. 

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