Warwick

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

Warwick approves $1.93 million budget

Monday, May 6, 2013

WARWICK — The 250th annual town meeting began and ended with little debate Monday night as 51 residents approved a $1.93 million budget for next year. The budget reflects a $71,753 or 4 percent increase over the current budget year, which ends June 30. With no discussion, the townspeople unanimously approved their $693,023 share of the Pioneer Valley Regional School budget. The town’s … 0