Faith Matters: What we can learn from veterans

Beacon Hill Roll Call: Nov. 2 to Nov. 6, 2026

Beacon Hill Roll Call reports local senators’ votes on roll calls from the week of Nov. 2 to Nov. 6. There were no roll calls in the House last week. $2.62 billion supplemental budget (S 3290) The Senate, 34-4, approved a Democratic leadership-sponsored $2.62 billion supplemental budget to close out the books on fiscal year […]

Putting social media users in the driver's seat: With launch of new platform, Northfield resident keeps personal choice in mind

Northfield resident and former software engineer Aleda Jonquil launched Trulee, a privacy-focused social media platform designed to prioritize human connection and user control over algorithmic engagement.

MIAA girls volleyball: Top seed PVCA knocks out Franklin Tech in Div. 5 Round of 8

SPRINGFIELD — After playing Pioneer Valley Christian Academy earlier in the season, the Franklin Tech girls volleyball team had some intelligence on its undefeated opponent heading into the MIAA Division 5 state tournament Round of 8 matchup on Thursday night. Knowledge of top-seeded PVCA (24-0) led to a more competitive match, but the eighth-seeded Eagles […]

Bulletin Board: Greenfield's Daniel Mickus wins second annual Freedom 5K

The second annual Freedom 5K Run/Walk saw 170 athletes get together for a good cause on Nov. 8 in Greenfield. The Rev. John Williams, a Marine Corps veteran and the priest at Blessed Trinity Parish, organized the patriotic walk/run event last year to celebrate the American military and those who have served. Williams made it […]

Greenfield police chief: Water Street shooting may be 'narrowly related' to September incident

Greenfield police investigators believe a Wednesday afternoon shooting on Water Street may be narrowly related to a previous shooting in September.