Baystate Franklin Gift Shop marks 75 years of providing personal service

Faith Matters: The horn of plenty calls in a season of abundance

A trustee of the First Congregational Church of Ashfield reflects on the historical origins of the cornucopia and the importance of the local Fall Festival.

Retired Washington Post, Boston Globe editor discusses journalism career, challenges of the field

Former editor of The Boston Globe and The Washington Post, Marty Baron, stopped in Ashfield for a discussion on his career and the current state of journalism, moderated by the host of NPR's Here & Now, Indira Lakshmanan.

Beacon Hill Roll Call: Oct. 12 to Oct. 16, 2026

There were no roll calls in the House or Senate last week. On Nov. 3, or prior to that for voters who take advantage of early voting that is underway through Oct. 30, all voters will have the opportunity to vote on nine ballot questions that will become law if approved by the majority of […]

Leah Teece

<html><head></head><body>Leah Teece<br /><br />Belchertown, MA - Leah A. (Kane) Teece, 77, formerly of Belchertown, Shelburne Falls, West Springfield and Indian Orchard, passed away October 10, 2026.<br /><br />Visiting hours will be held Thursday, Oc ...

Paul Kestyn

<html><head></head><body>Paul Kestyn<br /><br />Turners Falls, MA -<br /><br />Paul Kestyn passed away suddenly on Oct 11, 2026 at home in Turners Falls MA. He was 63 years old.<br /><br />Born in Framingham MA on Aug 16, 1963, Paul graduated from Gre ...