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Martin Luther King Jr. Day events planned in Sunderland, Greenfield
Real Estate Transactions: Jan. 17, 2025
My Turn: Kindling hope we can yet evolve
Joint Labor Management Committee revived following Gill-Montague no-confidence vote
MassDOT issues third warning about texting scam; UMass prof offers tips on what to do
With bulk of bills paid, Club Castaway license conditionally approved in Whately
More than 30 groups to participate in Saturday’s ‘Our Projects for 2025’ event in Greenfield
Kennametal closing Greenfield plant
GREENFIELD — The Kennametal plant at the corner of Sanderson and North streets is expected to cease operations in April and close by the end of the year.
Where ‘steampunk meets Victorian meets funky’: Mo’s Fudge Factor getting new look in Shelburne Falls
SHELBURNE FALLS — After almost 18 years in business, Mo’s Fudge Factor on State Street is ready to make some changes.
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Deerfield residents discuss noise, summer concert series with Tree House Brewing reps
Thomas Aquinas College chapel named pilgrimage site
School bus strikes bridge in Colrain
Kennametal closing Greenfield plant
No injuries in Charlemont mobile home fire
Montague police lieutenant on administrative leave
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PHOTO: Literature and a Labradoodle
Early educator recruitment lags amid low wages, licensure delays
Sounds Local: Who says January is a slow month for music? Lots of free local music happening this weekend and beyond
PHOTO: Those rushing waters
Sports
UMass men’s basketball: Minutemen defeat Fordham in triple-overtime thriller, 120-118
In what will go down as one of the best games in UMass men’s basketball and Atlantic 10 history, the Minutemen somehow, some way overcame sickness, foul trouble and 39 team fouls to defeat Fordham 120-118 in a triple-overtime marathon that lasted nearly four hours on the 100th anniversary of Rose Hill Gymnasium in the Bronx on Wednesday night.
HS Roundup: Franklin Tech wrestling remains unbeaten following 59-22 win over Frontier (PHOTOS)
UMass women’s basketball: Pair of first half runs propel Minutewomen past La Salle, 82-66 (PHOTOS)
HS Roundup: Turners Falls boys basketball pulls away to defeat Franklin Tech, 58-35 (PHOTOS)
UMass football: Joe Harasymiak brings in three transfers, adds to coaching staffOpinion
Donna Dusell: Still time for senior tech support
It has been my pleasure over the past year to coordinate Greenfield Community College’s Cyber Seniors program, providing one-on-one support and technology workshops for senior citizens at sites throughout Franklin County. It has been gratifying to hear from participants regarding how this program has addressed a wide range of needs, from learning basic technology skills to navigating challenging smartphone and computer issues.
Susan Triolo: Envisioning a brighter world
Karl Meyer: Time for men to stand up for a just society
James A. Marples: Jimmy Carter’s legacy
Marilyn Kelsey: LA mayor and ladybugs
Your Daily Puzzles
An approachable redesign to a classic. Explore our "hints."
A quick daily flip. Finally, someone cracked the code on digital jigsaw puzzles.
Chess but with chaos: Every day is a unique, wacky board.
Word search but as a strategy game. Clearing the board feels really good.
Align the letters in just the right way to spell a word. And then more words.
Business
McGovern Automotive Group selling Greenfield dealerships
GREENFIELD — Operations are being consolidated as McGovern Automotive Group sells its two local dealerships.
‘This is where it all began’: Couple moving crafters gallery into Bates Down Under in Orange
Fitzpatrick Pools, Spas and Services opens on Fifth Street in Turners Falls
Incandescent Brewing looks to open in former Hitchcock Brewing Co. space in Bernardston
Baker’s Country Store in Conway fully back in business following repairs
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Arts & Life
Speaking of Nature: The bird that changes outfits in the winter: The adult male American goldfinch opts for a less showy plumage
Anyone who makes a regular habit of watching birds will recognize that there is a predictable rhythm to the seasons. Winter is the harshest time of year and as a result there are fewer species to look for. At my house, in the month of January, I have managed to see a maximum of 31 different species. Different people living in different places will probably see a smaller number than that, but there may be the occasional yard that has more species to offer.
The bread book we’ve been waiting for: ‘The King Arthur Baking Company Big Book of Bread’ is the first from the centuries-old brand
‘Not your mama’s ‘Newsies’’: Amherst Community Theater production updates the musical with women and nonbinary characters
The Smithsonian is coming to town: Town of Hawley partners with Mohawk Trail Regional School to host traveling exhibit on democracy
A step in the right direction: Shutesbury woman teaches others to make simple shoesObituaries
Noreen A. Bogusz
Turners Falls, MA - Noreen A. Bogusz, 80, of Dell St. passed away Monday January 13, 2025, at Cooley Dickinson Hospital in Northampton. She was born in Turners Falls on May 25, 1944, the daughter of James D. and Amelia (Skiengel) Baird.... remainder of obit for Noreen A. Bogusz
Beatrice Blain
Greenfield, MA - Beatrice Blain 1935 - 2025 Beatrice Young Blain was a mother of four, a grandmother of ten, a teacher, a school administrator, a singer, a gardener, and an involved member of her community. She was a thoughtful fri... remainder of obit for Beatrice Blain
William Horatio Stafford
Shelburne, MA - William Horatio Stafford died at Baystate Franklin Medical Center on January 10, 2025 after a brief period of declining health. Bill was a warm, generous, and open-hearted man who worked hard and skillfully, took pri... remainder of obit for William Horatio Stafford
Linda J. Kurkulonis
South Hadley, MA - Linda J. Kurkulonis, 76, of Pine Grove Drive died Saturday 1/4/25 at home. She was born in Montague on November 12, 1948, the daughter of Joseph J. and Anna M. (Marszalek) Kurkulonis. Linda attended local schools in ... remainder of obit for Linda J. Kurkulonis
