James Paleologopoulos

School officials in Longmeadow say they will enlist a law firm for an independent review into a now former-middle school librarian arrested on a child pornography charge.

Loaded with colorful carnations, petunias and other flora, the beloved Bridge of Flowers in western Massachusetts is open again after a year of repairs.

Northampton, Massachusetts is set to hold a preliminary election this September – slimming down the fields for several races. That includes the mayoral race and its four candidates – among them: political newcomer Dan Breindel. Looking to unseat current-Mayor Gina-Louise Sciarra, he spoke with WAMC about his candidacy, his campaign and a wave of candidates that, if elected, could reshape city hall.

Authorities in Massachusetts say an intricate scam that preyed on elderly victims across the country has been broken up – thanks, in-part, to a rideshare service.

A long-empty lot near the Mass Pike is getting an overhaul – one officials in Chicopee say will bring in both a travel center and tax dollars.

Fall football camp is in full-swing at the University of Massachusetts Amherst as the Minutemen prepare for their 2025 campaign. They are back in the MAC this year, with a new head coach and the roster he and his staff have been building.

A Springfield City Councilor is accusing her former employer and a candidate running against her of defamation and a conspiracy – one she claims led to her termination.

Researchers in Massachusetts say after legalizing sports betting, the state is seeing notable tax revenue, including dollars that would have been spent elsewhere. At the same time, surveys show an uptick in problem gambling. WAMC’s Pioneer Valley Bureau Chief James Paleologopoulos reports.

Thousands of families across Massachusetts have been making the most of an annual, federally-funded summer food program. Advocates say “Summer Eats” helps bridge a gap for households while school’s out. The same officials have a wary eye on recent federal cuts targeting other food initiatives.

Now a month on the job, the new education commissioner for Massachusetts was recently in the Pioneer Valley. Still getting acclimated,Pedro Martinez shared some of his immediate priorities with WAMC.