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How to watch the new episode of The Family Chantel, stream for free

A new episode of “The Family Chantel” will air on TLC on Monday, Dec. 4 at 9 p.m. ET. A new episode will air each Monday at the same time. Those without cable can catch “The Family Chantel” for free either on Philo, on FuboTV or on DirecTVStream, each of which offer a free trial to new users. “90 Day Fiancé fan favorites Pedro and Chantel weather the ups and downs of marriage as they try to come together with their feisty extended family members in a unique modern family,” TLC wrote in a description of the show. In the new episode, “Pedro discovers alarming information about Scott; Chantel meets up with an old friend who knows a lot about Pedro’s past; Lidia and Nicole plot their revenge after learning that Karen is having them investigated.” How do I watch “The Family Chantel” if I don’t have cable? Viewers can stream the new episode on Philo, FuboTV and DirecTV Stream, which all offer a free trial for new users. What is Philo? Philo is an over-the-top internet live TV streaming service that offers 60+ entertainment and lifestyle channels, like AMC, BET, MTV, Comedy Central and more, for the budget-friendly price of $25/month. What is DirecTV Stream? The streaming platform offers a plethora of content including streaming the best of live and On Demand, starting with more than 75 live TV channels. What is FuboTV? FuboTV is an over-the-top internet live TV streaming service that offers more than 100 channels, such as sports, news, entertainment and local channels.

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How much snow for Patriots vs. Jets?

FOXBOROUGH — Forecasters believe Sunday’s Patriots season finale against the Jets could bring some snow to Gillette Stadium. It’s only Wednesday as of this publication, so take things with a shaker of salt — kickoff isn’t for four more days — but let’s take a glance at where things are now. With a nor’easter heading towards New England, the Weather Channel currently forecasts 3 to 5 inches for Foxborough on Sunday, while Accuweather has the total at 4 to 8 inches. A lot will depend on the rain/snow line, as some mixing is possible in Southern New England. BET ANYTHING GET $250 BONUS ESPN BET CLAIM OFFER MASS 21+ and present in MA, NJ, PA, VA, MD, WV, TN, LA, KS, KY, CO, AZ, IL, IA, IN, OH, MI. Gambling problem? Call 1-800-Gambler. One person who definitely isn’t checking the forecasts yet? Bill Belichick. The Patriots coach went on a hilarious rant in 2014 about how little he trusts meteorology reports in New England. “Look, I’m not saying I could do it better than them,” Belichick said. “I’m just saying they’re wrong a lot. That’s a fact. They’re wrong a lot. We all make mistakes. I’m not being critical of them, I’m just saying I don’t think you can go based on that. “My experience of going with the forecast in this area two days before the game, I mean I’d bet a lot that they’re wrong, just based on history because they’re almost always wrong. An hour before the game, maybe. You might have something to work with there. I think (if) you start game planning for what the weather is going to be and you game plan wrong, you’ve wasted a lot of time.”

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Toy for Joy 2023: Gift honors memory of Michael Cooley, victim of accident on State Street in Springfield

The impact of the sad and tragic loss still stings. The impact on the community and those who knew Michael Cooley is powerful and real. The 68-year-old Cooley died on Nov. 14 of injuries sustained just over two weeks earlier when he was struck by a car while crossing State Street in Springfield in the area of Springfield Central Library outside his home at Classical Condominiums. David G. Sacks, retired as a judge in Hampden Probate & Family Court, and his wife, Deborah Leopold, of Holyoke, did not hesitate to find a meaningful way to keep Cooley’s memory alive. “Michael was just a really sweet guy. Loved sports. Very active in the community and a great, great memory,” said Sacks, whose $150 donation in Cooley’s name to the Toy for Joy campaign is among the recent contributions received. Now in its 101st year, Toy for Joy is a collaborative effort by the Salvation Army with The Republican, Reminders Publishing, El Pueblo Latino and MassLive. The campaign goal is to raise $150,000 by Christmas eve. Generations of Western Massachusetts residents have seen Toy for Joy as a way to remember departed friends and family while also helping make Christmas a happier time for underprivileged children in Hampden, Hampshire and Franklin counties. Sacks said he and his wife are proud to put Michael Cooley’s name amongst those so recognized. Springfield lost one of its most beloved citizens when Cooley died, according to Sacks. Cooley was developmentally challenged, but that didn’t stop him from living a full life of joy, optimism and volunteer activities that included work with the Salvation Army, a co-sponsor of Toy for Joy. His willingness to help others was both inexhaustible and inspiring, according to the judge. Cooley’s job at the Hampden County Registry of Probate was important work that Sacks, who worked with him, said Cooley did flawlessly and with great attention to detail. “Michael could remember all the case numbers. Our files at probate were kept in the vault, and lawyers, judges and clerks would call out for one and the staff had to keep track,” Sacks said. “I’d see Michael at the doorway, holding out a file we needed, and it made my day. Those are great, great memories.” Cooley’s late father, Sidney Cooley, a longtime District Court judge, was, like his son, active in service to the community, died at age 100 in 2014. “He was a peach of a guy, too,” Sacks said. Donations to Toy for Joy go directly to youths ages 16 and under who might otherwise be left out of the joy of Christmas. Children of eligible families receive an age-appropriate toy and a book, promoting happiness and literacy in the true Christmas spirit. Gift distribution will be conducted in mid-December from Salvation Army locations in Springfield, Holyoke and Greenfield. The coupon published with this story may be used to submit a contribution by mail to The Republican, 1860 Main St., Springfield, MA 01103. Donors can also make online contributions at SalvationArmyma.org/toyforjoydonation. Here is a list of the latest contributions: In loving memory of our darling Colleen. Never forgotten $50 In loving memory of our parents and sister Linda $100 In memory of Michael Granger, Charlotte Granger and Dottie Pelter $100 In memory of Al and Lucy DiStefano, Al, Carol and Angie $20 Merry Christmas from the Hosmers $50 In memory of Alyssa S. Huntley $50 In memory of the Barry and the Maloney families $100 In memory of Mike Haskell $100 Wishing my good friend Johann a merry Christmas from C. $25 From all our family that have passed from Ron Kaddy and family $100 Merry Christmas from Taffy, TJ., Miss T., Toby and Tucker $130 In memory of Dad F., aunts, uncles and Mom and Dad $50 From Dolly Bagge, in memory of St. Jude $200 Merry Christmas. Love, Santa $100 Merry Christmas and happy new year from Walt and Judy $100 For the children from Jack, Laura, Evan and Mark Nelson $100 In memory of the O’Connor and O’Neil families $50 In memory of Hazel and Athas Rossi and their children, Peter, Nola, Susan and Tina $20 In memory of my wife Kathleen Cournoyer $100 In memory of Marion and Daniel Bisi $100 Cheryl $15 In memory of Salvatore and Filomena Ragone $25 Celebration of family and God’s many blessings $100 In honor of Herbert and Geraldine Bock $100 In loving memory of Kenneth and Virginia Peterson $40 Remembering Joe, Jack and Flo $25 To Tom’s boys $20 Merry Christmas from Scott and Chris $40 In memory of wife Beverly and son Daniel $25 In loving memory of our Papa, God bless. Love, Colby and Shelby $25 In memory of Grammy $33 In memory of Sheila and William Herchuck $100 In loving memory of my husband Harding J. Stewart from Bev $50 In memory of Edward, Mary and Peggy Girotti $50 In lieu of Christmas cards this year from H.H. and K.H. $25 Merry Christmas and peace to all from Bill and Rita $100 Merry Christmas, Steve. Love always, Mom, Dad and Mike $25 In memory of Dennis $25 Colleen and Loy $250 For the Gil, Gardner, Fuller, Wayner and Trimboli family members who have passed from John and Debra $25 Miss you and love you tons and tons kiddo. I am always here for you, and I love you forever. Love, Dad $20 In memory of Joseph Caldwell $50 In memory of Michael Cooley from Deborah Leopold and David Sacks $150 In memory of Stanley and Mabel Chrusciel $25 To Danielle LaTaille and all of the Salvation Army: Thank you for all that you do for Springfield! $50 Brenda $500 For my mom, Elizabeth, and my sister, Annie $50 Lissa $150 Merry Christmas from Michael and Beth Crowley $500 Susan $500 Janice $300 Joan $25 In memory of Jean Caldwell $50 Tim $125 Merry Christmas to all and peace here and abroad $200 In memory of Nancy & Roger Gauthier, with love from the Marcotte family $100 Received: $5,088 Total to date: $10,265 Still needed: $139,735

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Warriors vs. Nuggets: Free live stream, TV, how to watch

Joe Flacco is back and in line to start an NFL game this weekend. The 38-year-old veteran is set to take the field roughly two weeks after the Cleveland Browns signed him to their practice squad. Since then, Flacco has moved up the depth chart and has moved to the active roster. $200 INSTANT BONUS DRAFTKINGS MASS CLAIM OFFER BET $5, GET $200 BONUS BET FANDUEL MASS CLAIM OFFER BET $50, GET $250 BONUS CAESARS MASS CLAIM OFFER $1,000 FIRST-BET BONUS BETMGM MASS CLAIM OFFER MA only. 21+. Gambling Problem? If you or a loved one is experiencing problems with gambling, please call 1-800-327-5050 or visit gamblinghelplinema.org for 24/7 support. LiveChat with a GameSense Advisor at GameSenseMA.com or call 1-800-GAM-1234 MA Gambling Helpline. MA only. 21+. Gambling Problem? If you or a loved one is experiencing problems with gambling, please call 1-800-327-5050 or visit gamblinghelplinema.org for 24/7 support. LiveChat with a GameSense Advisor at GameSenseMA.com or call 1-800-GAM-1234 MA Gambling Helpline. With the Browns sustaining another injury at the quarterback position, Flacco is set to start Sunday’s game against the Los Angeles Rams, as our friends over at cleveland.com are reporting. It’s been a heck of a transition for Flacco, who’s been thrown right into the offense to try and get receivers up to speed. It was only a couple of weeks ago that he was throwing in light sessions with his brother, former CFL quarterback Tom Flacco. “It’s like me and my brother out there on the field, spot throwing for each other, spot catching, keeping our arms in shape, doing a little bit of running, keeping the legs in shape,” Flacco said. “But in terms of throwing, it wasn’t like it was anything crazy. It was two, three times a week, making sure that I didn’t overdo it.” Flacco is now in his 16th NFL season, last played for the New York Jets, starting the team’s 2022 regular-season finale after multiple injuries at the quarterback position. After 11 seasons as the franchise quarterback of the Baltimore Ravens, Flacco has transitioned to more of a journeyman backup. Cleveland represents the latest stop on his veteran backup tour, coming in to provide depth after a season-ending injury to Deshaun Watson. Rookie Dorian Thompson-Robinson was tabbed as the starter in Cleveland after Watson went down. But with Thompson-Robinson currently in concussion protocol, Flacco appears set to get the nod Sunday in LA. On Thursday, Flacco was asked if he’d taken teammates out to a nice QB/O-line dinner and picked up the tab. “We went out to dinner when I got here. I definitely helped out,” Flacco said. There were some other veterans in the room. I can’t take credit for picking up the bill, but I did help out. Listen, I’ve been around forever.” With 190 career starts under his belt and 6,299 career passes thrown, Flacco is one of the NFL’s most experienced quarterbacks. The hope for Cleveland is that he can step in and try to manage the game. But even Flacco admits that this start could be a bumpy ride. “Just because I have a lot left in the tank doesn’t mean I’m going to come out here and make every single throw and not make mistakes,” Flacco said. The Browns are set to kick off against the Rams in L.A. at 4:25 p.m. EST on Sunday.

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White House Eyes Possible Threat to Good Friday Agreement: Rwanda

Hampshire Regional High School students walked out of class on Tuesday morning to demonstrate support for the district’s teachers bargaining for a new contract. Meanwhile, the district’s teachers union called on the School Committee not to renew the contract of Superintendent Diana Bonneville due to ”a trend of poor decision making and significant errors in judgment,” according to a statement by the Hampshire Regional Education Association.

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Celebrate bear brothers 18th birthday at the Stone Zoo in Stoneham this Jan.

Looking for a beary good time this January? Then party it up with two bears that are celebrating their 18th birthday later this month. The Stone Zoo in Stoneham is throwing a birthday bash to help black bears Smokey and Bubba celebrate reaching adulthood (in human terms) on Saturday, Jan. 13. The zoo will decorate the brothers’ habitat for the occasion while guests can sign a card for the birthday boys. You can also snap a selfie with the zoo’s bear mascot to memorialize the occasion. Read More: Bear caught trying to break into chicken coop in Sterling while owners away The party will start at 10 a.m. with a training session from the bears’ care team. It will last until 2:30 p.m. and a full schedule can be found on the zoo’s website. The event is rain or shine and is included with general admission. Tickets can be bought online. The Stone Zoo is located at 149 Pond St. in Stoneham.

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An Immigration Shift

Since Donald Trump first ran for president in 2016, the Democratic Party has changed its own approach to immigration. Not long ago, leading Democrats supported immigration enforcement measures like tough border security and deportations. Today, much of the party is uncomfortable doing so. These changes help explain why the issue has become so vexing for President Biden and congressional Democrats. Illegal immigration has surged during Biden’s presidency, partly because of the party’s new approach: Many migrants have come to believe, reasonably, that they will be able to remain in the U.S. so long as they can reach the border. Many voters are unhappy about the situation, and polls suggest that it is a problem for Biden. “Believe it or not, there is something that might hurt President Biden’s re-election chances more than inflation,” Greg Ip of The Wall Street Journal recently wrote. With Congress having returned from its holiday recess, a bipartisan group of senators is negotiating over a bill that would tighten border security (as well as provide aid to Ukraine, Israel and Taiwan). To help you understand the debate, today’s newsletter will trace the Democratic Party’s changing position. In a follow-up newsletter, I’ll look at public opinion on immigration.

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How to watch FOXs The Masked Singer season 10 finale for free Dec. 20

The disguised celebrity singing competition “The Masked Singer” concludes its 10th season on FOX this Wednesday, Dec. 20 at 8 p.m. ET/7 p.m. CT with a two-hour finale. Those without cable can watch the new episode through platforms like DirecTV Stream and FuboTV. Both streaming services offer seven-day free trials when you sign up for a new account. FuboTV said in a description of the series that it is a “top-secret singing competition in which celebrities face off against each other and appear in elaborate costumes with full facemasks to conceal their identities.” The new episode is titled “Season 10 Finale,” and in a description FuboTV said “The final four celebrity contestants perform new songs in the season finale episode before the audience and panel votes; the bottom two singers unmask, then the final two go head-to-head one last time; the winner takes home the Golden Mask trophy.” How can I watch “The Masked Singer” on FOX without cable? The show can be streamed on platforms like DirecTV Stream and FuboTV. Both streaming services offer free trials. What is FuboTV? FuboTV is an over-the-top internet live TV streaming service that offers more than 100 channels, such as sports, news, entertainment and local channels. What is DirecTV Stream? The streaming platform offers a plethora of content including streaming the best of live and On Demand, starting with more than 75 live TV channels.

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Its always senior scamming season. Heres what to know about it ...

SPRINGFIELD — When Lisa Pandolfi logs onto her computer each morning at Freedom Credit Union, she’s on alert for scams targeting the credit union’s senior citizen members. She’s watching all day, every day for strange or suspicious transactions. “We have systems that alert me if all of a sudden, money starts going out of an account. I get an alert that detects increased elderly spending, and I’ll look into it and see where the money is going,” said Pandolfi, the credit union’s fraud analyst. “I had a woman who was doing a small wire transaction, and it came across my desk. I’m nosy, and I noticed she had done a few within the last month, so I called and explained to her, ‘I think this is fraud,’” said Pandolfi. Once the money is gone, it’s nearly impossible for any financial institution to recover the looted cash. What’s left is to report the fraud to authorities, who gather data, identify trends and the tactics fraudsters are using, and try to come up with an action plan that prevents further theft. Inside the main vault at Freedom Credit Union, where people have their safe deposit boxes. (Sebastian Restrepo / Special to The Republican)Sebastian Restrepo / Special to The Republican Bay State rip-offs According to the FBI, financial fraud against people over 60 is skyrocketing — up nationally by 84% since 2021, with victims filing 17,800 complaints. The problem is more severe in Massachusetts, compared with many other parts of the nation. In its Elder Fraud Report, the FBI states 1,653 Bay State seniors over 60 lost a total of $70,100,868 to scammers in 2022, worse than 46 other states, territories and Washington, D.C. “Seniors are a particularly vulnerable victim group and are often specifically targeted for financial fraud crimes, because they are often polite and trusting, have difficulty saying no, may be lonely or spend a great deal of time alone,” FBI spokesperson Kristen Setera told The Republican. “Seniors are often financially stable and own their homes, which make them enticing targets for fraudsters,” she continued. There are actually more victims than the FBI knows about, because seniors are too embarrassed to tell anyone they’ve been ripped off, said Setera. Fraudsters have a large and growing arsenal of plots they use to rip-off seniors. Criminals might pose as technical or customer service agents, offering to help with made up computer or billing issues. Some con artists try to convince seniors that they’ve hit the lottery and need to send in money to claim their prize. Cheaters might also pose as government agents or call with dubious opportunities to invest in real estate or secure a reverse mortgage. Nathaniel Mish, an assistant branch officer, seen here guarding his pin at the ATM just outside the main Freedom Credit Union branch in Springfield. (Sebastian Restrepo / Special to The Republican)Sebastian Restrepo / Special to The Republican Tainted love Victimizers also tug at the heartstrings of seniors, reaching them through social media platforms, such as Facebook or Instagram. “During the holidays, many elders are alone. They don’t have family, their spouses may have died, and they’re being targeted by individuals via online romance scams,” said Lisa Rivera, protective services program director for Greater Springfield Senior Services. Half of the 12 scams against seniors reported to the service agency in October involved cash and love lost online. “Seniors are befriended either on a dating app or through social media. There’s a conversation that takes place. The scammer will build an emotional connection with the elder, and at that point, they’ll ask for money,” said Rivera. Banks, credit unions and social service agencies, along with federal and state governments, are mobilizing, trying to protect seniors by telling them how to flag and avoid financial threats and perils. The FBI made a presentation recently at the South Hadley Public Library. Freedom Credit Union and Senior Services also make public appearances, helping seniors at group meetings or in person. “I tell seniors over and over again, do not isolate yourself. Please reach out to someone. You did not do anything wrong. It’s not your fault,” said Pandolfi. Scammers are coming at seniors from every direction — online, on the phone, knocks on the door — one even got a letter looking like it came from the United Nations, with an official asking for money to help someone get home. Some traps might seem more absurd than others, but most are frighteningly enticing, because scammers are getting better at what they do, learning from their mistakes and refining their approach. They’re also counting on seniors being easy targets. “Their credit is good. They might have a larger nest egg, and they come from an age group that was very trusting. They never had to lock their doors when they were young, and they would do anything for anybody,” Pandolfi. Verify, don’t trust Trust can be an elder’s greatest enemy when it comes to being tricked. Seniors are told to be wary and skeptical of any unsolicited contacts, warnings or offers. Experts advise to get off the phone, ignore the message, and if there is no way to verify the contact is legitimate, ignore it. If a senior has a love interest on the line, experts recommend to validate that, too, by seeing if the person has a significant online presence with photos of family, friends and themselves. Don’t meet in person, and see if they have a legitimate local address. Some bad actors are based overseas. “The romance scams are bit more difficult, because you’re building this emotional connection. But, look for discrepancies in stories, ask them follow-up questions about where they live, see if there is a way to do a video chat instead of a phone conversation. Try to take precautions, and confirm identities,” said Rivera. While some seniors are quick to trust scammers, many resist help from their own financial institutions, dubious of calls asking about specific transactions or if everything is OK. “Fraudsters are very good at what they do: They know exactly how to brainwash seniors. ... But seniors want to be independent. They don’t want to ask for help. And fraudsters coach them on what to say,” said Pandolfi. In some cases, Senior Services can do competency checks to identify seniors at a greater risk of being scammed. And while some elders are home alone, others have family in the area — but financial institutions can’t let relatives help out or tell them anything about the finances of their loved ones, unless they have legal permission to do so. “It’s a privacy issue,” said Pandolfi. “If the family member is on the account, I can absolutely speak to them if they’re joint owners, but if they’re not on the account, I can’t give them any information.” According to the FBI, anyone who believes they are a victim of fraud, or know a senior who might have been — regardless of financial loss — should immediately report the incident to their local FBI office or other law enforcement agency, or to the Internet Crime Complaint Center at ic3.gov. Seniors also should contact their financial institution immediately. Freedom Credit Union has held recent free educational sessions for seniors in Agawam, East Longmeadow, Chicopee, Springfield, West Springfield and Greenfield. Its next one is Wednesday, Dec. 20, in East Longmeadow. Staasi Heropoulos is a longtime Western Massachusetts television and print journalist. Send human interest and feature story ideas to staasi.heropoulos@gmail.com.

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Arts Beat: New venues, returning directors in local performing world in 2023

It has been a milestone year for several organizations. The Hartford Symphony Orchestra and the Springfield Symphony Orchestra both celebrated their 80th anniversaries. Goodspeed Musicals and Hartford Stage celebrated their 60th anniversaries. Jacob’s Pillow presented its 90th season of live dance performances. Hartford Symphony celebrated its anniversary announcing that its musicians had signed a new four-year agreement, and Maestra Cariolyn Kuan committed to three more seasons. Springfield’s Symphony emerged from the pandemic with Paul Lambert appointed as its CEO, and a two-year agreement with its musicians, although the SSO is moving forward without a music director. Under Lambert’s direction, the SSO gave a free Juneteenth concert, and is experimenting with start times to better accommodate its audiences.

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Holyoke issues winter weather parking ban

HOLYOKE — A winter parking ban has been issued for the city of Holyoke starting tomorrow at 9 a.m. The ban includes no parking on the even side of the street unless otherwise posted, and no parking on cul-de-sacs. The ban was issued by the Department of Public Works and will be in effect until further notice.