The quiet rituals of deer season: why hunting is important to region

‘The danger is greater than ever’: State Senate urges federal action on nuclear disarmament

The Massachusetts Senate passed a bipartisan resolution urging Congress to support the Treaty on the Prohibition of Nuclear Weapons and seek verifiable elimination of nuclear arsenals.

Athol couple sentenced on drug trafficking charges

An Athol couple, Erica Adams and Jason Maxim, were sentenced to state prison following a drug trafficking investigation that uncovered continued narcotics sales at their residence despite a previous overdose.

‘Two Grannies on the Road’ explore hidden gems in Williamsburg, Deerfield

WILLIAMSBURG — Think a summer getaway means packing the car and burning gas, or getting on a plane and burning money? Think again, said Beth Sobiloff and Marcia Rothwell, hosts of “Two Grannies on the Road,” who said Pioneer Valley residents can just go in their backyard and find troves of hidden gems. Their latest […]

Montague PD hosts first National Night Out to build community ties

The Montague Police Department, in collaboration with the Franklin County Sheriff's Office and local fire departments, hosted its inaugural National Night Out event on Tuesday to promote community outreach and build relationships between residents and public safety officials.

Grassroots movement reaches $2M milestone for Hampshire College site

A nonprofit coalition called Hampshire Next has raised $2 million in pledges from 1,400 donors to support its proposal to purchase the 800-acre Hampshire College campus and transform it into an educational village.