Magic Wings butterfly conservatory to celebrate its past and future at 25th anniversary event

Nature Photo Contest

Nature Photo Contest <figure class="wp-block-image size-large"><img src="https://recorder.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/10/PXL_20260920_021107479.MP_-1024x771.jpg" alt="" class="wp-image-456523"/><figcaption class="wp-element-caption">Richard Andriole of South Deerfield took this photo with his cellphone at dusk in Palm Desert, California. <span class="image-credit"><span class="credit-label-wrapper">Credit:</span> CONTRIBUTED</span></figcaption></figure>

Ensuring student representation: Greenfield's Nate Woodard joins state Board of Higher Education

Greenfield Community College student Nate Woodard has been appointed as a student advisor to the Massachusetts Board of Higher Education to represent community college students statewide. He plans to advocate for issues like mental health resources and affordability.

'Truly what community looks like': Senior citizens enjoy meals and socialization through Mahar Senior Dining Club

The Mahar Senior Dining Club, a partnership between Ralph C. Mahar Regional School, LifePath and the Orange Council on Aging, recently held a grand opening celebration for its program providing nutritious meals and social opportunities to local senior citizens.

Fire destroys Turners Falls garage that contained ammunition

No one was injured during a second-alarm fire at a Turners Falls garage on Tuesday morning that destroyed part of a home and triggered explosions due to stored ammunition.

Hampshire College to map next life for campus in new master plan

Hampshire College has hired Elkus Manfredi Architects to develop a conceptual master plan for its 800-acre campus over the next three months to explore redevelopment and sale options following the college's decision to close after the fall semester.