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Yahoo
26-02-2025
- General
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Hampden County Sheriff's Office staff trains year-round with dive team
SPRINGFIELD, Mass. (WWLP) – Despite the winter season, members of the Western Massachusetts Regional Dive Team, including staff from the Hampden County Sheriff's Office, continue to train to ensure they are prepared for water-related emergencies. Rep. Carlos González named Division Leader in Massachusetts House This month, the team conducted training sessions at the Westfield State University pool, refining essential dive techniques. With assistance from Myra Ahern of Westfield State University, the team practiced fundamental skills such as donning and doffing gear and mask clearing. They also tackled more advanced scenarios, including handling entanglements and performing self-rescue maneuvers. Off-season training is a crucial component of the dive team's readiness, allowing them to maintain their expertise and stay prepared for emergency situations throughout the year. The Western Massachusetts Regional Dive Team plays a vital role in search and rescue operations, often responding to incidents involving bodies of water across the region. By continuing their training year-round, the team reinforces its commitment to keeping communities safe, ensuring that its members are always ready to respond when needed. 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 This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.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
26-02-2025
- Politics
- Yahoo
Rep. Carlos González named Division Leader in Massachusetts House
SPRINGFIELD, Mass. (WWLP) – Representative Carlos González (D- Springfield) has been appointed as a Division Leader in the Massachusetts House of Representatives for the 2025-2026 legislative session. Federal Appeals Court rules against Ludlow parents in gender identity lawsuit This historic appointment makes Representative González the first Latino from western Massachusetts to hold a leadership position in the House. González, who has represented Springfield since 2015, expressed gratitude for the appointment and emphasized his commitment to advocating for western Massachusetts. 'I'm truly honored to receive the trust of the Speaker and my fellow colleagues in this pivotal leadership role,' González said. 'I can't wait to use this opportunity to amplify the voices and needs of western Mass. and ensure that our House continues to tackle the pressing issues facing constituents all across the Commonwealth.' As Division Leader, González will play a key role in managing legislative activities in the House. His responsibilities will include coordinating votes, assisting in legislative strategy, and working closely with House Speaker Ronald Mariano to advance key policy initiatives. The appointment marks a milestone for Latino representation in Massachusetts politics and highlights the growing influence of western Massachusetts in state government. 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.
