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March 23: Great Falls Coffeehouse series begins MONTAGUE — The Franklin County Musicians Cooperative will kick off the Great Falls Coffeehouse series on Saturday, March 23, at 7 p.m. at the Great Falls Discovery Center, 2 Avenue A. Doors open at 6:30...

By DOMENIC POLI

TURNERS FALLS — The state Department of Agricultural Resources recently announced it has cared for at least 20,000 animals through its spay/neuter voucher program since 2012, and the Franklin County Sheriff’s Office Regional Dog Shelter estimates...

Astronaut Coleman to speak at NMH commencement GILL — Cady Coleman, a former NASA astronaut and an advocate for inclusion in the fields of science, technology, engineering, art and mathematics (STEAM), will be the keynote speaker at Northfield Mount...

By ANTHONY CAMMALLERI

MONTAGUE — Town Meeting members approved several significant articles, from the Police Department’s departure from the Civil Service system to an allocation of $152,261 to meet a revenue shortfall at Turners Falls Municipal Airport, at Thursday’s...

By JULIAN MENDOZA

In terms of timeless relevance and impact, it’s tough to argue that any writer has had more of a lasting legacy than William Shakespeare. For this reason, veteran thespian Kenny Butler argues there is never a bad time to delve into his world of words...

The Franklin County Solid Waste Management District is collaborating with the towns of Leverett, Montague, Northfield and Wendell to offer free recycling collections of blocky Styrofoam packing material specifically for residents of the four...

A huge shout-out to everyone who played a role in Bob Manners’ life celebration, held Saturday at Greenfield Community College. It truly reflected his life well lived. I am especially grateful for the social media link that allowed those who could not...

Monday, March 45:46 p.m. — Caller states she believes her car was hit in the Food City parking lot on Avenue A earlier in the afternoon. Reporting party is aware this will be on record and will be calling her insurance company.Tuesday, March 54:08...

By CHRIS LARABEE

MONTAGUE — Articles pertaining to airport funding, a culvert replacement and the Police Department’s participation in Civil Service will be up for votes at Thursday’s Special Town Meeting.The meeting will be held at Turners Falls High School starting...

Monday, Feb. 26 1:05 p.m. — Russell Potter, 42, of Fourth Street in Turners Falls, was arrested on a warrant.4:44 p.m. — Caller on Federal Street states he feels the driver in the car behind him wants him to pull over because he is driving too slow,...

The Netanyahu government has used the unexplained, little-defended Hamas attack on Israel on Oct. 7 as an opportunity to slaughter and starve the entire Palestinian population. It has done this with the unceasing supply of U.S. weaponry and money.The...

Board of Health secures administrative assistantMONTAGUE — Geneva Bickford was appointed as Board of Health administrative assistant during a Selectboard meeting last week.The appointment is effective March 18 and she will work 35 hours a week at a...

March 16: Roast pork supper MONTAGUE — The First Congregational Church of Montague will host a roast pork supper on Saturday, March 16. Diners can eat in at 5:30 p.m. or pick up takeout orders at 5:45 p.m.Each meal includes roast pork with gravy,...

By H. PATRICIA HYNES

On March 8, 1908, female garment workers marched through New York City’s Lower East Side to protest child labor and sweatshop working conditions and to demand women’s suffrage. By 1910, March 8 became observed annually as International Women’s Day and...

By AALIANNA MARIETTA

One hundred and fifty years ago in Lake Pleasant, horse-drawn wagons shuffled along dirt roads lined in tents, cottages and boathouses. Steamboats raced along the lake while swimmers played water games, hot air balloons flying over their heads....

Tuesday, Feb. 20 9:29 a.m. — Walk-in from James Street states a neighbor walks his dog without a leash. While she was on her deck, the dog came running up and jumped on her. Walk-in recently had knee surgery and was very upset. Owner was not around...

By GRACE LEE

MILLERS FALLS — Rustic Romance closed its doors at 26 East Main St. on Saturday, with owner Cindy Bayer heading into retirement after years spent selling uniquely curated antique home decorations to the community.Bayer served as a kindergarten teacher...

Monday, Feb. 1211:44 a.m. – Caller from Union Street states her dog was attacked by another dog that was not on a leash. Animal control officer made contact with the dog owner and he was cooperative. He was advised of laws and the complaint. Reporting...

A recent story about seven middle-school students rushing to the aid of an older woman in need of help exemplifies the lifelong benefits of education imbued with lessons of compassion and community. Gloria Matlock, founder/director of Twice as Smart,...