UMass football: Minutemen head to California for MAC opener against Sacramento State

Healey proposes two-month gas tax suspension

Gov. Maura Healey proposed a two-month gas tax holiday on Tuesday to provide relief to Massachusetts residents amid rising fuel costs attributed to the war with Iran.

Slew of Good Neighbor Day events look to build 'more connected communities'

Various organizations throughout Franklin County are scheduled to host a series of community events, including festivals, potlucks and screenings, to celebrate Good Neighbor Day and Good Neighbor Week starting Sept. 24.

Early fall marks busy season for stinging insects, experts advise

Experts warn that stinging insect populations increase in early fall and advise taking preventive measures to distinguish between bees and more aggressive wasps to avoid painful encounters.

Securing 'a utility that is as important as water': Greenfield Housing Authority residents get free Wi-Fi for two years

The Greenfield Housing Authority officially launched free high-speed Wi-Fi across its four housing communities on Tuesday, following a partnership with Greenfield Community Energy and Technology and funding from the Massachusetts Broadband Institute.

Shelburne issues recommendation to vote 'no' on Franklin Tech building

The Shelburne Selectboard and Finance Committee both unanimously advised residents to vote against the proposed new Franklin County Technical School building in the Oct. 6 election.