Victory Lap with Jessica Lapachinski: Ask more, tell less

177th Franklin County Fair brings 'high energy' with new additions

GREENFIELD — With a new mascot, performance and feature calling back to the fair’s history, the 177th Franklin County Fair celebrated both a future of fresh thrills and the county’s past traditions. “It helps bring the community together,” said Tony King of Greenfield as he roamed the fair on Friday, carrying his four-year-old son. “It’s […]

Columnist Daniel Cantor Yalowitz: Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging!

Some folks want to believe that the integrated considerations of Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging have gone by the wayside, beaten into oblivion by the current federal (feral?) administration and authorities. While we do see these terms and all they stand for less frequently in the news and media cycles, there is still some incredible […]

Belchertown talk challenges nuclear energy’s role in climate solution

Author Linda Pentz Gunter spoke at a book talk in Belchertown on Tuesday, arguing against nuclear energy as a climate solution due to its cost, risks and potential to divert resources from renewables.

Regional Notebook: Sept. 14, 2026

MassDOT announces 13th annual Safe Streets Smart Trips High School Video Contest BOSTON — The Massachusetts Department of Transportation (MassDOT) has launched its 13th annual Safe Streets Smart Trips High School Video Contest, inviting students to use their creativity to help promote safer travel on the state’s roads. Students are being asked to create a 30- to 60-second video […]

Complaint filed in court over Montague Center Complete Streets project

Two Montague residents have filed a civil complaint seeking a temporary restraining order to halt proposed roadwork on North Street, alleging the town failed to provide required notice and skipped necessary Town Meeting approvals for the Montague Center Complete Streets project.