H.S. Roundup: Frontier pair shines in opening cross country meet

H.S. cross country preview: Area runners embark on new season

Recorder area cross country teams have some talented runners looking for postseason success heading into the new campaign. The Frontier Regional girls team has a platoon of fast runners to rely on as the season begins. The Redhawks boasts a strong sophomore class along with lone senior Louise Flagollet. Maia Christensen, Phoebe Radner and Liv […]

Sunderland Dollar General proposal heads to ZBA deliberations

The Sunderland Zoning Board of Appeals closed a long-running hearing regarding a proposed 9,100-square-foot Dollar General building following resident opposition and an ongoing lawsuit over property parcel definitions.

'A long and winding road': Orange Selectboard taps Fortier as town manager

Orange appointed Matthew Fortier as its first town manager during a special Selectboard meeting following the withdrawal of top candidate Stephanie Hirsch.

'History grows here': Tradition on display at 177th Franklin County Fair

The Franklin County Fair is celebrating its 177th year under the theme "History Grows Here," featuring an expanded lineup of entertainment, a new mascot named Franklin Cow-nty, and various community competitions.

Shutesbury Selectboard votes to accept bequest of local home

The Shutesbury Selectboard voted unanimously to accept a bequest of a 1,400-square-foot home from deceased resident David Rogers Ulen, hoping its future sale will provide between $100,000 and $150,000 for town capital projects.