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4 days ago
- Climate
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Water main break causes traffic at UMass Amherst
AMHERST, Mass. (WWLP) – A water main break is causing traffic delays at UMass Amherst on Thursday. Amherst Regional Middle School appoints new principal The UMass Amherst Police Department posted on Facebook that the water main break is in the area of Commonwealth Avenue and Campus Center Way. It is advised that drivers use another route when traveling on Thursday, as traffic will be impacted in these areas. Officers are currently working on setting up detours and safe traffic patterns. WWLP-22News, an NBC affiliate, began broadcasting in March 1953 to provide local news, network, syndicated, and local programming to western Massachusetts. Watch the 22News Digital Edition weekdays at 4 p.m. on Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
Yahoo
03-06-2025
- Entertainment
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Coburn Elementary teachers host ‘Inflatable Race'
WEST SPRINGFIELD, Mass. (WWLP) – Teachers in West Springfield traded in their grade books for some good old-fashioned fun on Monday. Amherst Regional Middle School appoints new principal Coburn Elementary School teachers had a change in uniform on Monday, dressing up in inflatable costumes and racing each other on the field– and the students loved it. This is the first time Coburn Elementary has hosted an 'Inflatable Race.' From T-Rexes to unicorns, each one of them put their best sprint to the test. Students were shocked to see their teachers in disguise. 'The kids do not know what the teachers are dressing up as, this is like a surprise for them,' said paraprofessional Reina Seda. 'They know about the race, not about who's running.' This serves as the countdown to summer vacation for Coburn Elementary. 22News asked staff at the school what inspired them to put on this event, and they said it was just to spend time with the students before the end of the school year. And no doubt about it, it was a hit. WWLP-22News, an NBC affiliate, began broadcasting in March 1953 to provide local news, network, syndicated, and local programming to western Massachusetts. Watch the 22News Digital Edition weekdays at 4 p.m. on Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
Yahoo
02-06-2025
- General
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Amherst Regional Middle School appoints new principal
AMHERST, Mass. (WWLP) – The Superintendent's Office of the Amherst-Pelham Regional School District announced the appointment of the next principal for the middle school. In a news release sent to 22News on Friday, Juan A. Rodríguez, Ed.M., who was serving as interim principal at Amherst Regional Middle School, has officially been appointed to the position and will be taking on his new role on July 1. Rodríguez joined the district in August as the assistant principal, then as interim principal in February. Fight at Amherst Regional Middle School prompts shelter-in-place, ongoing investigation Rodríguez is a graduate of Amherst College and has a Master of Education in School Leadership from the Harvard Graduate School of Education, as well as a Certificate in School Management and Leadership from Harvard Business School Online. 'I am honored and excited to continue serving the Amherst-Pelham community as the permanent Principal of ARMS,' said Rodríguez. 'Our students are brilliant, creative, and full of promise. I look forward to working alongside families and staff to build on the strong foundation here, fostering a school culture where every learner feels seen, supported, and celebrated.' 'Mr. Rodríguez understands, at his core, that our students are the reason we show up every day. His 'why' is deeply personal—shaped by his own journey as an English learner—and it fuels his commitment to making sure every classroom is a welcoming space where all learners feel they belong,' said Dr. E. Xiomara Herman, Superintendent. 'Over the past year, as interim principal, he's brought steadiness, heart, and a clear vision to the middle school. His leadership reflects the values we hold as a district, and his appointment brings much-needed stability and continuity to our middle school community. I look forward to continuing to support him in this important work.' 'I am honored and excited to accept the position of principal at ARMS,' said Principal Rodríguez. 'I am eager to contribute to the success of our students and staff, and I look forward to growing, healing, and the positive impact we'll create together.' WWLP-22News, an NBC affiliate, began broadcasting in March 1953 to provide local news, network, syndicated, and local programming to western Massachusetts. Watch the 22News Digital Edition weekdays at 4 p.m. on Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
Yahoo
02-05-2025
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Altercation at Amherst Regional Middle School prompts shelter-in-place, ongoing investigation
AMHERST, Mass. (WWLP) – A physical altercation involving multiple students at Amherst Regional Middle School on Thursday afternoon led to injuries among staff members, requiring police intervention and prompting a shelter-in-place. City of Easthampton announces new police chief According to a statement from Superintendent Dr. Xi of the Amherst-Pelham Regional Public Schools, the incident occurred on Thursday, May 1st, during school hours and escalated when caregivers of the students involved arrived on campus and became part of the conflict. School officials issued a shelter-in-place order and contacted the Amherst Police Department. Officers worked alongside school staff to de-escalate the situation and ensure the safety of students and employees. 'This kind of behavior is deeply concerning and not reflective of the safe, respectful, and student-centered environment we strive to create each day,' Dr. Xi said in a message to families and the school community. Details on the extent of the injuries and the number of individuals involved have not yet been released. The school district, in collaboration with local law enforcement, has launched an ongoing investigation into the events leading up to and during the incident. Dr. Xi emphasized that students' and staff safety remains a top priority and that the district is taking the matter seriously. 'We are currently working with staff and local authorities to fully understand the circumstances and will share additional information as we are able,' she said. Dr. Xi called on the broader community to reflect on how conflicts are managed, especially in front of children. 'Our children are watching us—how we handle conflict, how we treat one another, and how we show up in difficult moments,' she wrote. 'It's on all of us to model respectful and productive ways to engage, even when emotions are high.' In response to the incident, the school district plans to introduce a Caregiver Code of Conduct in the coming weeks. The document will outline expectations for how families and school staff can work together constructively, particularly on school property. The school district has encouraged families with concerns to contact the Amherst Regional Middle School administrative team or the superintendent's office directly. 22News will continue to update this story as soon as new information becomes available. WWLP-22News, an NBC affiliate, began broadcasting in March 1953 to provide local news, network, syndicated, and local programming to western Massachusetts. Watch the 22News Digital Edition weekdays at 4 p.m. on Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
