9+ hour, 34+ min ago  (51+ words) Baystate Health plans to extend its health care services to additional areas in Springfield and Connecticut. The Red Sox are 13-19 and at the bottom of the AL East entering Saturday. Le Bron James and. .. Baystate Health plans to extend its…...

14+ hour, 29+ min ago  (516+ words) WORCESTER " City Manager Eric D. Batista is proposing a city budget of over $1 billion for next fiscal year, a 5. 6% increase from this year. Batista released his annual operating budget proposal Friday, May 1, as part of the packet for the May 5 City…...

1+ hour, 21+ min ago  (336+ words) Foodies, it is that time of the week again to explore the Greater New Bedford food scene. Ready to try something new or maybe find your next favorite spot? The South Coast is full of great places to eat, but…...

1+ hour, 33+ min ago  (481+ words) This week in 417 news, local franchises show appreciation for teachers, a Chinese restaurant closes while it seeks a new location, and a Mexican restaurant is offering viral soft-serve margaritas. Plus, a coffee shop has its grand opening. For Teacher Appreciation…...

11+ hour, 38+ min ago  (50+ words) Indian Orchard Elementary School celebrated Arbor Day with a tree-planting ceremony in Springfield. U. S. Congressman Richard Neal attended the event and delivered remarks. Indian Orchard Elementary School celebrated Arbor Day with a tree-planting ceremony in Springfield. U. S. Congressman Richard Neal attended the…...

12+ hour, 23+ min ago  (272+ words) SPRINGFIELD, Mass. (WWLP) " Mayor Domenic J. Sarno has proposed a $1. 04 billion budget for Fiscal Year 2027, marking the 12th consecutive year the city has balanced its finances without tapping stabilization reserves. Contentious Farm Bill heads to Senate after House vote The proposed budget…...

1+ day, 58+ min ago  (46+ words) A new addiction treatment center has opened in downtown Springfield to help people battling addiction and other mental health issues across the region. A new addiction treatment center has opened in downtown Springfield to help people battling addiction and other…...

1+ day, 1+ hour ago  (62+ words) City officials in Springfield are embracing the return of the annual "First Fridays" series, which takes place on the first Friday between 6 and 9 p. m. from May to October. City officials in Springfield are embracing the return of the annual "First Fridays…...

21+ hour, 19+ min ago  (472+ words) QUINCY, MI " Quincy Community Schools leaders are encouraging voters to approve a $60 million bond during the May 5 election, emphasizing that the district's aging buildings require more than minor repairs or what the limited sinking fund can provide. Superintendent John Denny,…...

1+ day, 3+ hour ago  (1306+ words) May is jam-packed with events this year. From musicals to 5 Ks to the Route 66 Centennial Celebration Kickoff, there's something for everyone. Here are 26 events happening in the Ozarks this month. When: Through May 3 Where: E-Plex at Ozark Empire Fairground, 3001 N. Grant…...