Sounds Local: Vapors of Morphine returns to Shea Theater

My Turn: Time to pump the brakes, Montague

When does the spending stop in Montague? For months, I have been raising concerns about the fiscal direction of the town of Montague. Unfortunately, recent events have done little to ease those concerns. The pattern seems clear: one major project is brought forward, approved, and then another follows. First came the library project. Then discussions […]

Arts Briefs: Chorus rehearsals, a watercolor painting workshop and more

Community members welcome at Heart of the Valley Chorus rehearsals Members of the Heart of the Valley Chorus invite community members to sing with them at three free, open rehearsals this holiday season. Anyone ages 9 to 99 who enjoys singing in the “treble” range — soprano, alto, mezzo and high men’s parts — can […]

Montague expects Eversource clear-cutting permit process to begin in spring

Eversource is anticipated to file for permits in the spring to begin a clear-cutting project in Montague as part of its contested Transmission Right-of-Way Reliability Program.

Greenfield Notebook: Oct. 21, 2026

City completes branding update GREENFIELD — The city has announced the completion of its branding update, which has two goals: to formalize standards for the use of text and color to support compliance with Americans with Disabilities Act regulations that apply to digital content, and to unify branding across departments to help the public recognize […]

'If something doesn't feel right, maybe it's not': Neighbors' report of suspicious activity leads to Warwick arrest

A Pittsfield man was arrested and arraigned on charges of larceny and destruction of property after neighbors reported suspicious activity at a vacant home in Warwick.