Providing screen-free fun: Annual Barnfest in Shelburne showcases traditional skills

Voters to decide on school regionalization, new Franklin Tech building on Tuesday

Voters in Franklin County are scheduled to decide on Oct. 6 whether to approve a $236.6 million bond for a new technical school building and whether to establish the Great River Regional School District through a multi-town merger.

Swapping Halloween excitement: Montague donation drive seeks costumes

The Montague Public Libraries and The Brick House Community Resource Center are hosting an inaugural Halloween costume drive to provide costumes for local children.

Board of directors at The Center School in Greenfield weighing potential closure

The Center School's board of directors is considering selling its 30-acre Bernardston Road campus due to financial instability caused by a $5.5 million mortgage default and declining enrollment.

David R. Descavich

<html><head></head><body>David R. Descavich<br /><br />Turners Falls, MA - It is with deep sadness that we announce the passing of David "Dave" Ronald Descavich on September 21, 2026. Dave was born September 17, 1959. He was the eighth child ...

H.S. football: Mahar ends losing streak to Athol with 21-12 win

Mahar defeated Athol 21-12, marking its first victory over its rivals since late 2022 behind a dominant rushing attack.