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Teen recovering in Springfield hospital after being struck by lightning in Granby Tuesday

Wednesday, May 22, 2013

GRANBY — A 16-year-old student struck by lightning and knocked unconscious while outside the MacDuffie School Tuesday afternoon is recovering at Shriners Hospitals for Children in Springfield. Head of school Steve Griffin said Wednesday he spoke to the young woman’s parents and informed her fellow students that she is on the mend. “She is alert and asking about her homework, which is wonderful,” Griffin said. Two other young people who … 0

Man killed in shootout with Springfield police

Friday, May 17, 2013

SPRINGFIELD (AP) — Springfield police say a city man has been killed in an exchange of gunfire with officers responding to a domestic disturbance call. Sgt. John Delaney says police responded to reports of shots fired at about 5:50 a.m. Wednesday. He says it started when a man fired a shotgun at his estranged girlfriend. She was unhurt. The man continued firing into … 0

MGM requests July 16 referendum in Springfield on $800 million casino plan

Thursday, May 16, 2013

SPRINGFIELD (AP) — MGM Resorts International has announced that it’s requesting a July 16 referendum in Springfield on its $800 million casino plan. The formal request Tuesday follows the Springfield city council’s approval last week of a host community agreement signed by Mayor Domenic Sarno and MGM. The agreement calls for the company to make annual payments of more than $25 million to … 0

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Cody Baglow, left, and Jonathan Traester of Amherst celebrate after Amherst scores Friday against Northampton during a lacrosse game at Northampton High School. SARAH CROSBY Amherst eliminates rival Northampton from playoff contention
Craig Murdock, Bridge Street School physical education teacher, and second grader C.J. Ryznic take a lap around the playground during recess Wednesday as part of the "Feelin' Good" walking program. Many students run the first two laps for one "punch" on their mile marker card. Twenty punches fills the card and marks five miles completed. KEVIN GUTTING Running buddies
About 350 people attended the annual Health and Safety Fair held Thursday at the Northampton Senior Center. The event offered information about the services and resources — including respite, adult day programs, and in-home care — that are available in this area. Those who attended were also able to learn about specific health conditions; here, Smith Vocational and Agricultural High School student Paige Petersen of Huntington, 16, checks a blood pressure reading for Janice Cromack of Hadley. SARAH CROSBY Getting a checkup
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