South County EMS plans to more than triple service fee to Hatfield

Bulletin Board: Fly-fishing and outdoor festival coming to Franklin County Fairgrounds

The Northeast Fly Fishers & Outdoor Festival is coming to the Franklin County Fairgrounds on Saturday and Sunday. Fly Fishers International is the host of the event. Seminars at the festival will provide information for anyone who is interested in outdoor activities like conservation, whitewater rafting and mountaineering. Fly fishing presentations and demonstrations at the festival will give attendees a chance to learn from experienced instructors and members of the fly-fishing community. Sessions will cover casting techniques, fly selection, local waters, gear, trip planning and tips for both new and seasoned anglers. There will be live music, beer and a food […]

Scammers intercept $47K from Ashfield meant for solar installers

The Ashfield Selectboard met on Wednesday to discuss the discovery of a $47,198 payment to scammers who intercepted funds intended for Solect Energy via a fraudulent email scheme.

My Turn: Betraying the trust

Donald Trump is now waging full-on war against our democracy, and wants to leave us all with no choice. Not just about how, where, and who gets to vote, and his $100 billion war — but about whether we continue as a civil society; bound together as a nation governed by our Constitution and the […]

'We need full transparency': BlueWave draws backlash at latest hearing on proposed Conway solar array

Conway residents called for greater transparency from BlueWave Solar during the sixth public hearing on a proposed solar array on Roaring Brook Road.

Canalside Rail Trail, Fifth Street Bridge to temporarily close in Turners Falls

The Fifth Street Bridge and portions of the Canalside Rail Trail in Turners Falls are scheduled to close starting Sept. 20.