My Turn: Massachusetts just took a real step to save primary care

Greenfield Notebook: Aug. 10, 2026

Aug. 21: Learn about the Elderly & Disabled Tax Fund GREENFIELD — The Greenfield Senior Center will host an educational session about the Elderly & Disabled Tax Fund application process on Friday, Aug. 21, at 11 a.m. The Elderly & Disabled Tax Fund is a municipal program designed to provide a lifeline for low-income homeowners. […]

Political Notebook: Aug. 10, 2026

Massachusetts Teachers Association endorses Jeromie Whalen for Congress The Massachusetts Teachers Association (MTA), a statewide union representing 117,000 members across 400 local chapters from Pittsfield to Provincetown, is endorsing public school teacher Jeromie Whalen, who is challenging longtime U.S. Rep. Richard Neal to represent the people of the 1st Congressional District of Massachusetts. “The Massachusetts […]

Pair of fundraisers at Montague farm look to ease burden on family facing lung cancer diagnosis

Two upcoming fundraisers at Our Family Legacy Farm in Montague are being organized by local residents to support the Veilleux family as 37-year-old Tim Veilleux undergoes treatment for Stage 4 lung cancer.

My Turn: Trump's attack on voting rights — A path to dictatorship

Donald Trump is looking a bit desperate. He’s now zeroed in on the Constitution’s voting rights with his Save America Act. He’s again calling into question our record of free and fair elections — long the envy of the world. Yet his rumor-laced lies seem to have a nation of would-be voters where he wants […]

'As part of my regular job, I could make a difference': Sunderland Elementary teacher retires after 28 years at the school

Matt Howell has retired after a 28-year career at Sunderland Elementary School, where he served as a longtime educator and coordinator for English learners.