Judge strikes down NYC sugary-drinks size rule
New York City's groundbreaking limit on the size of sugar-laden drinks has been struck down by a judge shortly before it was set to take effect. JENNIFER PELTZ NEW YORK — New York City's...
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Favorite Place: McLennan Reservation is in beautiful Tyringham Valley
Round Mountain and its neighbor, Long Mountain, form the backdrop for the McLennan Reservation. Hale Pond, created when beavers periodically dam Camp Brook, is between these 1,500-foot mountains....
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Travel: Known as 'Little Africa,' Cameroon Offers a continent's worth of wonders
Despite the natural wealth, many Cameroonians are worse off now than they were a generation ago. Some say Cameroon is a country "pour les riches seulement," or "only for the rich." By CHRISTOPHER...
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"Arrow on the Doorpost" is the episode of 'The Walking Dead' that we expected
Things are slowing down real fast for The Walking Dead The Governor (Morrissey) and Rick (Lincoln) finally met face-to-face this week, but it wasn't all that exciting. AMC It's been painfully clear...
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Matt Lauer offered to quit 'Today' during morning ratings slide
The veteran host had urged NBC to move more slowly with plans to replace Ann Curry. Matt Lauer of NBC's "Today." AP file photo NEW YORK (AP) — A report says Matt Lauer was ready to take the fall...
View ArticleSpringfield-area politicians turn out for Hampden Register of Deeds Donald...
The party has come to be seen as the unofficial start of the campaign season, and over the years has attracted some candidates running for statewide office. SPRINGFIELD — It was time for the annual...
View ArticleWGBY, Channel 57 uncorks wine weekend
And, this year you will see a significant number of brewers at the show with some 20 craft brews to taste. New and different wines, a larger and more diverse food selection than last year, and more...
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Wednesday Entertainment Links: Van Halen eyes European tour, 'Bachelor'...
Daily roundup of entertainment and celebrity news. Van Halen members Eddie Van Halen, right, and David Lee Roth AP Van Halen eyes European tour (rollingstone.com) Vince Vaughn to Host ‘SNL’ on April...
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West Springfield Parade Committee building castle and dragon float for 2013...
Members of the West Springfield Parade Committee are hard at work trying to build another prize-wining float. Ann R. Morison, winner of the Thomas "Jinx" Powers Award for service to the West...
View ArticleFirst lady Michelle Obama latest whose private info leaked online
The first lady and the vice president are among the latest public figures to have their private information posted on a mysterious website, and the Secret Service has joined the investigation into the...
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Signs go up along Holyoke St. Patrick's Parade route setting Saturday start...
Signs posted along the St. Patrick's Parade route asking would-be attendees to wait until Saturday morning to begin saving seats are the city's latest salvo in its effort to keep sidewalks clear of...
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Ed Asner, 83, hospitalized for exhaustion
He was taken off stage at the Marquette Pavilion in Gary, Ind., on Tuesday night. Actor and former Screen Actors Guild President Ed Asner is interviewed in Portland, Ore. Asner's publicist said...
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New food book gives readers a lot to digest
Moss systematically shows readers how processed food makers manipulate their goods to get consumers to buy, often at the expense of their health. This book cover image released by Random House shows...
View ArticleAlan Arkin and Steve Carell make magic in 'The Incredible Burt Wonderstone'
With a cast that includes Steve Buscemi, Olivia Wilde, Jim Carrey and James Gandolfini, it was hard not to laugh on set. SANDY COHEN AP Entertainment Writer BURBANK, Calif. (AP) — Alan Arkin is Steve...
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Amid tense US-Russia relations, Steven Seagal and Vladimir Putin help open...
Action movie star Steven Seagal was welcomed to Russia by President Vladimir Putin on Wednesday, as the duo helped open a new martial arts center and sports arena in the heart of Moscow. Russian...
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Seth Meyers of 'Saturday Night Live' coming to Calvin Theatre
The "SNL" star will perform on June 20 at 8 pm. Seth Meyers NBC Seth Meyers, anchor of "Saturday Night Live's" Weekend Update faux newscast, is coming to the Calvin Theatre in Northampton. He will...
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Shinedown, Bush coming to MassMutual Center in Springfield
Tickets for the Springfield show will go on sale on Friday. Shinedown Rockers Shinedown are coming to the MassMutual Center in downtown Springfield on May 1 at 7 p.m. Britain's Bush and Australian...
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Westfield River Wildwater Races to mark milestone anniversary
More than 200 boats expected for annual races. 4/21/12 Russell - Staff photo by Michael Beswick - The Westfield River Wildwater Races held their 59th annual race Saturday. Due to the low water levels...
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'Veronica Mars' film online fundraiser launched
Series creator Rob Thomas launched an online crowd-funding campaign Wednesday to make a big-screen version of the show. This 2007 publicity photo supplied by the CW shows Kristen Bell, who plays the...
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Pianist Martin Kasik will perform March 16 at First Congregational Church in...
Kasik will perform classical favorites on the church's acclaimed 1896 model C Steinway piano. Pianist Martin Kasik will perform in West Springfield on March 16. Submitted photo WEST SPRINGFIELD -...
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