Pair of fundraisers at Montague farm look to ease burden on family facing lung cancer diagnosis

Political Notebook: Aug. 10, 2026

Massachusetts Teachers Association endorses Jeromie Whalen for Congress The Massachusetts Teachers Association (MTA), a statewide union representing 117,000 members across 400 local chapters from Pittsfield to Provincetown, is endorsing public school teacher Jeromie Whalen, who is challenging longtime U.S. Rep. Richard Neal to represent the people of the 1st Congressional District of Massachusetts. “The Massachusetts […]

My Turn: Trump's attack on voting rights — A path to dictatorship

Donald Trump is looking a bit desperate. He’s now zeroed in on the Constitution’s voting rights with his Save America Act. He’s again calling into question our record of free and fair elections — long the envy of the world. Yet his rumor-laced lies seem to have a nation of would-be voters where he wants […]

'As part of my regular job, I could make a difference': Sunderland Elementary teacher retires after 28 years at the school

Matt Howell has retired after a 28-year career at Sunderland Elementary School, where he served as a longtime educator and coordinator for English learners.

Selectboard approves annual bike and trail races at Northfield Mountain

The Northfield Selectboard has approved permits for two upcoming races at Northfield Mountain, including the All of the Above Trail Fest on August 29 and the Kilowatt Cross cycling race on September 26.

Meghan Davis wins second straight Bridge of Flowers Classic (Video)

SHELBURNE FALLS — Mohawk Trail Regional graduate Meghan Davis won her second straight Bridge of Flowers Classic 8K on Saturday morning. The Plainfield native used her signature power-running form to finish in 32 minutes, 29 seconds. Davis participated in the Franklin County running fixture for the 12th time. “Shocking for sure,” Davis said. “The race […]