SPRINGFIELD, Mass. (WWLP) - Another heated school committee meeting Thursday night in Springfield, as the city looks for the next school superintendent. Springfield residents voice concerns in superintendent search There was a walkout during Thursday night's Springfield School Committee meeting. Vice Chairman Joesiah Gonzalez, followed by committee members Denise Hurst, LaTonia Monroe Naylor, and Barbara Gresham, as heated arguments were exchanged over the search process for the next Springfield Superintendent, something that was not on the agenda. "I cannot proceed with an agenda that's not r ..read more

SPRINGFIELD, Mass. (WWLP) - A panel discussion in Springfield Thursday night gave women advice and empowerment on achieving financial stability and success. The Rotary Club of Springfield presented a panel discussion called, “Financial Foundations for Women: Bridging the Gap and Connecting Women in our community.” The panel, made up of 5 financial experts, aimed to inspire and provide women with the tools and resources they need to take control of their finances. They also shared tips and strategies for saving money, and securing a solid financial future for themselves and their families. "I t ..read more

HOLYOKE, Mass. (WWLP) - Holyoke's Children’s Museum opened its groundbreaking automotive exhibit to the community, changing how kids learn about cars. This exhibit took over two years to complete, and is the museums first fully bilingual experience for visitors. It allows children to learn in both English and Spanish. It features a fully functional Ford Fusion, donated by Marcotte Ford. Children have the opportunity to change tires, diagnose issues, and even playaround with the radio. This engaging experience is meant to spark curiosity, and inspire future generations to pursue careers in the ..read more

SPRINGFIELD, Mass. (WWLP) - The 2024 NFL draft is underway now, generating a lot of local excitement for football fans across the region. 22News spoke with Kenny Lumpkin, the owner of the All American Sports Bar in Springfield, who told us the draft will be on his restaurant's TVs Thursday night, adding that they are so excited as this is the first time their doors are open for this highly anticipated event, and they can't wait for Pats fans to come through and see who has joined the roster! "This draft is highly anticipated because of the number of quarterbacks, us being in New England, we ar ..read more

AMHERST, Mass. (WWLP) - Governor Maura Healey will join the University of Massachusetts Amherst community on Friday, for the inauguration of Chancellor Javier Reyes, the university's 31st leader. Basketball Hall of Fame Enshrinement weekend postponed due to Olympics The ceremony, which will commence at 10:30 a.m. at the Mullins Center, will feature Governor Healey as one of the distinguished speakers. Chancellor Javier Reyes (Photo courtesy of UMass Amherst) Chancellor Reyes, who took office on July 1, 2023, brings a student-focused vision aimed at advancing UMass Amherst as a leading educatio ..read more

CHICOPEE, Mass. (WWLP) - The Chicopee Department of Public Works (DPW) is currently addressing a significant water break at the intersection of Britton St and Montcalm St. Motorists are advised to seek alternate routes as DPW crews work to resolve the issue. The extent of the water break and the duration of the repairs remain uncertain at this time. Updates will be provided as more information becomes available. Local News Water main break on Britton and Montcalm Streets in Chicopee This is the number one cause of death associated with thunderstorms Indian Orchard Citizens Council receive ..read more

SPRINGFIELD, Mass. (WWLP) - MGM Springfield hosted a local networking event Thursday bringing together anchor institutions, suppliers and small businesses to foster cooperation on major projects. MGM teamed up with the Associated Industries of Massachusetts to host the event, welcoming other major employers like the PVTA, Baystate Health and Big Y for the event, connecting them with local vendor organizations like the Greater New England Minority Supplier Development Council, the LGBT Chamber of Commerce and the Tech Foundry, to make sure those anchor institutions can partner with those local ..read more

LUDLOW, Mass. (WWLP) - A lunch event was held Thursday at the Gremio Lusitano Club in Ludlow to celebrate the 50th anniversary of Portugal's Carnation Revolution. From dishwasher to owner, Chicopee celebrates Petros grand reopening The Carnation Revolution was a military coup against the dictator of Portugal, notable for being completed without the revolutionaries firing a single shot. It resulted in a series of reforms that saw Portugal become a thriving democracy, and the eventual end of Portuguese colonization. State Senator Jake Oliveira, the first Portuguese-American elected to the State ..read more

CHICOPEE, Mass. (WWLP) - This is Severe Weather Preparedness week and this is the time of year we can start to get strong and even severe thunderstorms. 70 degree temperatures on the way to Massachusetts next week The National Weather Service classifies a thunderstorm as severe when it's capable of producing wind gusts of 58 mph or higher, hail of an inch in diameter, and possibly a tornado. When a severe thunderstorm or tornado is reported or indicated by radar, a warning is issued by our local National Weather Service offices in Norton, Massachusetts and Albany, New York. Flash flooding is t ..read more

SPRINGFIELD, Mass. (WWLP) - In a bid to address maternal health inequities in the Indian Orchard neighborhood of Springfield, Health New England has granted $20,000 to the Indian Orchard Citizens Council (IOCC) in honor of Dora Robinson. Western New England University to host brain health conference on dementia This grant aims to support the organization in identifying and meeting the needs of birthing Parents of Color in the community. IOCC, a volunteer neighborhood council of residents committed to addressing local needs, has previously utilized Health New England grants to identify factors ..read more