North County Notebook: Oct. 14, 2026

Hampshire College to map next life for campus in new master plan

Hampshire College has hired Elkus Manfredi Architects to develop a conceptual master plan for its 800-acre campus over the next three months to explore redevelopment and sale options following the college's decision to close after the fall semester.

Third annual Franklin County Fall Festival to raise money for Meals on Wheels

The third annual Franklin County Fall Festival returns on Saturday, Oct. 17, with proceeds raised going toward LifePath's Meals on Wheels program. The event donates the proceeds to a different charity every year.

Conway Planning Board continues discussion of proposed solar array's screening methods, property slopes

The Conway Planning Board continued its review of BlueWave Solar's proposal for a dual-use solar array on Roaring Brook Road, discussing screening methods and a requested waiver for certain property slopes before scheduling another hearing for Oct. 27.

My Turn: Lori Streeter has my vote

I have been the medical director at Franklin County House of Corrections (FCHOC) for 12 years. Before starting, I had never known what the sheriff did and had an image of the old Western man with a silver star badge and a gun, confronting the bad guys. County sheriffs in Massachusetts play a broader role in our […]

Political Notebook: Oct. 14, 2026

Lavallee, Wondolowski to participate in candidates forum GREENFIELD — Voters in the 1st Franklin District will get a chance to hear directly from the two candidates competing to represent them at the State House in November’s general election. Independent candidate Amy Lavallee and Democratic candidate Lora Wondolowski will appear together at a candidates forum on Wednesday, Oct. […]