Westfield, MA news on Thursday, October 22, 2026

In Westfield, MA on Thursday, October 22, 2026: Smith & Wesson acquires Savage Arms in $160M deal. Also: Lee Street and Pease Road in nearby East Longmeadow are closed for water leak repairs; Springfield residents received an update on a proposed Liberty Junction courthouse project. Weather: Partly cloudy and mild today, 43–65°F with light winds.

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Smith & Wesson has acquired Savage Arms, a Westfield-based firearms manufacturer, in a deal valued at $160 million in stock and cash.MassLive.com · Oct 21, 4:53 PM
Lee Street and Pease Road in nearby East Longmeadow are closed for water leak repairs.WWLP · Oct 21, 6:32 AM · Around
Springfield residents received an update on a proposed Liberty Junction courthouse project.WWLP · Oct 21, 10:53 PM · Around

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