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crime2 years ago

Tragic Holyoke Shooting Claims Life of Baby and Injures Mother

Two men have been charged with murder after a shooting in Holyoke, Massachusetts, left a pregnant bystander critically injured and her baby dead. The shooting occurred during a dispute involving three suspects, with one stray bullet hitting a passing bus and the pregnant woman inside. The woman, who was eight months pregnant, remains in critical condition. The suspects were taken into custody, but one remains in the hospital and will be arraigned on murder charges when his condition allows. The third suspect is still at large. Gunfire detection technology in Holyoke has recorded 113 incidents of gunfire from March to August, highlighting the ongoing issue of gun violence in the area.

via The New York Times|
#crime#holyoke#massachusetts
crime2 years ago

Rampant Violence Plagues Holyoke: Shootings and Stabbings Leave Multiple Victims

Multiple people were shot in downtown Holyoke, Massachusetts, prompting an investigation by the Holyoke Police. The incident occurred shortly before 1 p.m., with multiple victims being shot. The public is advised to avoid the intersection of Sargeant and Maple Streets. This incident follows a news conference held by the Holyoke Police discussing the high number of gunfire incidents detected by the ShotSpotter system in the city. In the past six months, the system has detected 113 incidents involving gunfire, with several occurring near playgrounds, schools, and businesses.

via WWLP.com|
#crime#holyoke#multiple-victims
culture2 years ago

Holyoke's St. Patrick's Day Celebrations Draw Massive Crowds.

The 70th Annual Holyoke St. Patrick’s Parade took place on Sunday, showcasing prize-winning floats, championship bands, and notable celebrities. The parade draws on the Irish heritage of Holyoke and has grown from 25,000 spectators in 1952 to over 400,000 in 2011. The event features international and high school bands, as well as the famed Philadelphia Mummers String Bands.

via WWLP.com|
#culture#floats#holyoke
local-news2 years ago

Celebrating St. Patrick's Day in Western Massachusetts: Parade, Road Race, and Mummers Performances.

The Holyoke St. Patrick's Parade will begin at 11:10 a.m. from the KMart Plaza on Route 5 and will be broadcasted live by 22News beginning at 12 p.m. Roads along the parade route will be closed starting at 10 a.m. 22News has been serving western Massachusetts for 70 years and will also be marching in the parade. Viewers can watch 22News on various channels or online at WWLP.com.

via WWLP.com|
#22news#broadcasting#holyoke
lifestyle2 years ago

St. Patrick's Day festivities and community celebrations in Western Massachusetts.

The 46th annual St. Patrick's Road Race took place in Holyoke, Massachusetts, with over 5,000 runners participating from 37 states. The event showcased community spirit and enthusiasm, with something for everyone, including a kid's fun run, a 10K race, and a two-mile walk. The event also featured food trucks, vendors, and local organization booths.

via WWLP.com|
#community-spirit#holyoke#lifestyle