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Money for machines

Friday, May 17, 2013

TURNERS FALLS — Manufacturers’ effort to secure $500,000 for new metal-working machines at Franklin County Technical School — to help train 21st century metal workers for local industries desperate for such workers — won another victory Wednesday: a $250,000 proposed allocation from the state’s Senate Ways and Means Committee. The Senate committee’s budget proposal said, “that not less than $250,000 shall be used for a pilot program in Franklin County … 0

Elder services gets boost in Senate budget

Friday, May 17, 2013

TURNERS FALLS — Programs that allow poor elders to receive care in their own households, instead of turning to nursing homes, will see increases in funding next year — a much needed step in the right direction, said officials that help administer elder services. “The last four years have been hard for elder services. This year, we are seeing long overdue emphasis on … 0

PVRS knife incident leads to arrest

Tuesday, May 7, 2013

NORTHFIELD — A teenager faces assault and other charges after allegedly threatening a Pioneer Valley Regional School student with a knife Friday on school grounds. Sgt. Scott Minkler of the Northfield Police said no one was hurt, and the victim was not cut or stabbed. Assault can be defined as putting someone in fear, as opposed to assault and battery, which would involve … 0

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Recorder/Paul Franz Bleeding heart seems to drips off the vine next to the All Souls Church in Greenfield on Thursday. A study in pink
Recorder/Geoff Bluh Marilyn Lorenzo of Greenfield gets a smooch from 3-year-old Romeo while she was training him at the Green River Swimming and Recreation area. Not part of the training
Recorder/Mike Phillips Pete Mallett releases some rainbow trout into an undisclosed location on the Millers River. Pete is president of the Millers River Fishermans Association in New Salem. Stocking up
Recorder/Paul Franz John Graves of the Greenfield Department of Public Works flushes sediment from fire hydrants on Federal Street on Monday. Spray zone
Recorder/Mike Phillips It looks like snow in May during this foam demonstration by firefighters. Fire engine fans
Recorder/Paul Franz Ethan Monk, Gabriel Osciak, Lilly Savoie and Kailyn Santiago fill garden frames with soil and compost where the second graders and the rest of the Four Corners students hope to raise vegetables. ‘Plant a radish’
Recorder/Paul Franz Michaelene Sexton walks Scruffy and Lilith at the Green River Swimming and Recreation Area on Wednesday. Out for a walk
Recorder/Paul Franz A mute swan floats on Barton Cove Sunday morning. Floatin’ feathers
Recorder/Paul Franz Ken Cook of Adams Donuts in Greenfield is now selling their donuts and other items out of the cafe at the Olver Transit Center in Greenfield. Sherman James of Springfield was one of his first customers on Monday. Rolling in
Recorder/Mike Phillips These two deer were photographed at Quabbin Park. Quabbin denizens
Recorder/Paul Franz Four Corners students Maelin Manning, Matt Provencal and Lilly Savoie chase a playground ball in a field of dandelions on Wednesday at the Greenfield School. Dandelion romp
Recorder/Geoff Bluh Northfield potter Tom White, left, held a pottery show at his studio on Saturday for the annual Asparagus Valley Pottery Trail. At right, musician Jenny Smith of Greenfield looks over some of his work. Smith was among a group of traditional musicians playing “old-time” music during the event. Three other potters were showing as well: Angela Fina, Sam Taylor and Hayne Bayless. White said the show was very well attended throughout the day. Pottery sale
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Capital projects may send Northfield to polls for override vote

Monday, May 6, 2013

By DAVID RAINVILLE Recorder Staff NORTHFIELD — Despite warnings from the Finance Committee that it would necessitate a proposition 21∕2 override vote, residents approved a $26,000 capital school project. The project, if approved in all four Pioneer Valley Regional School District towns, would repair the heating, ventilation and … 0

Recorder/David Rainville Northfield Dive Rescue Team members help each other out of the water during a swift-water rescue training on the Miller's River in Erving April 21.

Dive team raises money for underwater radios

Sunday, May 5, 2013

Picture yourself swimming under murky water, unable to see your own hand in front of your face. The only way you can find your way through the depths is by relying on a signal rope held in your … 0

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Three-way race for Northfield Selectboard

Sunday, May 5, 2013

NORTHFIELD — Three residents will vie for a single Selectboard seat in the Tuesday annual town election. Polls will be open from noon to 8 p.m. in Town Hall. Caucus nominees Jed Proujansky and Dianne Cornwell will be … 0

Symphony named one of area’s ‘outstanding organizations’

Friday, May 3, 2013

The Pioneer Valley Symphony, the 74-year-old community symphony and orchestra based in Greenfield, will be honored next week as one of the area’s “outstanding organizations.” The symphony will be one of four recipients honored at New England Public Radio’s 5th annual Arts and Humanities Gala on Tuesday night … 0

Still no budget for Pioneer

Friday, May 3, 2013

NORTHFIELD — With the total Pioneer Valley Regional School budget still uncertain and member towns budgeting for a four percent increase on their shares of it, a number of cuts may be made in the coming school year. “We are in dire straits,” said William Wahlstrom, chairman of … 0

Northfield to vote on school budget Monday

Friday, May 3, 2013

NORTHFIELD — A proposed $6.86 million budget that’s grown by 4.9 percent from the current year’s tops the Monday annual town meeting warrant. The meeting will begin at 7 p.m. in Pioneer Valley Regional School. Despite the increase, Finance Committee Chairwoman Lois Stearns said there will be enough … 0

Meetings for week of May 6

Friday, May 3, 2013

ASHFIELD Annual town meeting/election: Today 10 a.m. in Town Hall. Board of Assessors: Monday 6 p.m. in Town Hall. Conservation Commission: Wednesday 7:30 p.m. in Town Hall. BERNARDSTON Planning Board: Monday 6:30 p.m. in Antonio’s Pizza. Cultural Council: Monday 6:30 p.m. in Town Hall. Agricultural Commission: Tuesday 7:30 … 0

Letter: We need Cornwell

Friday, May 3, 2013

Northfield is at a crossroads, requiring a recognition of the need for economic development and positive, proactive governance. I write on behalf of Diane Cornwell, candidate for Selectboard. Diane is a principled, dedicated and collaborative individual with extensive experience in local, state and federal government. Her encyclopedic knowledge … 0

Letter: Asking for your vote

Friday, May 3, 2013

Northfielders, This election for Selectboard is an important one and I ask for your vote. As an elected official for you, I have shown integrity, honesty and good planning. I have a proven track record and ideas to make Northfield even better. Your vote can make the difference. … 0

Letter: Vote for Proujansky

Friday, May 3, 2013

I am supporting Jed Proujansky for selectman in Northfield because I think that he has the attributes and abilities needed to lead our town at this time. His experience in both the public and private sector give him a well-rounded background in dealing with people and with issues … 0

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