'An opportunity to celebrate New Salem': 2026 Old Home Day set for Saturday

After positive PFAS tests, Sunderland residents demand action

Residents of Reservation Road in Sunderland expressed frustration during a Selectboard meeting regarding the delayed notification of PFAS contamination in their private wells and requested improved protection measures.

North County Notebook: Oct. 30, 2026

Oct. 30: Halloween costume contest BERNARDSTON — The Barn at The Farm Table will host a Halloween costume contest on Friday, Oct. 30. The event, featuring live music and intended for ages 21 and up, will be held from 7:30 to 11 p.m. There is a $5 cover charge at the door. Oct. 31: Bernardston […]

Conway Planning Board grants slope waiver for proposed solar array

Conway's Planning Board granted a waiver for slope grades to allow BlueWave Solar to proceed with its 4.05-megawatt dual-use solar array project on Ronald Boyden's farmland, with the next public hearing scheduled for Nov. 18.

Petition asks Montague Selectboard to reconsider tree warden appointment

A petition signed by 106 Montague residents requesting Public Works Superintendent Sam Urkiel's appointment as tree warden be rescinded was read during a recent Selectboard meeting.

Business Briefs: Oct. 30, 2026

Westover Galaxy Community Council named Freedom Credit Union’s November Month of Giving recipient SPRINGFIELD — Freedom Credit Union is featuring the Westover Galaxy Community Council as its November Month of Giving recipient, inviting members and the public to make monetary donations at any Freedom Credit Union branch. The Westover Galaxy Community Council is a nonprofit […]