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United Way taps co-chairs for 2027 fundraising campaign

The United Way of the Franklin & Hampshire Region has appointed Peter Albero and Trace Whalen as co-chairs for its 2027 community campaign.

Columnist Daniel Cantor Yalowitz: Watch 'Earth’s Greatest Enemy'

This was no ordinary movie-going experience. I was transfixed from the opening frame of Abby Martin’s recent film, “Earth’s Greatest Enemy.” It was clear from the start that we would encounter a script and visuals that were as riveting as they were overwhelming. It’s a long (just more than two hours) movie, and it tells […]

Victory Lap with Jessica Lapachinski: The most dangerous mindset in sports

As a young athlete, I avoided big moments. I always wanted to win, but I wanted someone else to make the play. I wanted the reward without the risk of losing it all. I remember playing a state championship game and hoping I got hit by a pitch when I was up to bat. Yikes. […]

Greenfield Notebook: Nov. 9, 2026

Nov. 13: Meet the city’s planning director GREENFIELD — Residents can meet Planning Director Ella Wise during the Greenfield Business Association’s Open Office on Friday, Nov. 13, from 9 to 11 a.m. Open Offices are held on the second Friday of each month, with a different host on hand in the office to answer questions […]

Let's get ready to rumble!: Pioneer Valley Pro Wrestling slams into western Mass. for two shows

Oh, you didn’t know? Well, Pioneer Valley Pro Wrestling is wrapping up its 2026 season with a pair of events, at the Northampton Elks Lodge No. 997 on Nov. 14 and at Franklin County’s YMCA in Greenfield on Dec. 12. The first of the two shows is the promotion’s final regular event of the year, while the one in Greenfield will be a fundraiser for the YMCA. “I think we can turn you into a fan,” PVP Wrestling owner and founder Justin “The Hammer” Tunis said. The Nov. 14 show is being billed as “Go Big Or Go Home 5: Homecoming,” […]