'Rural schools have been left behind': Local advocates, administrators organize in push to boost rural school aid

Flights halted at airports across US due to communications problems, FAA says

The Federal Aviation Administration grounded all flights nationwide Friday afternoon because of communications problems at regional air traffic control centers. The FAA notice said the ground stop was being imposed “due to extraordinary circumstances and for reasons of safety.” Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy said there is a communications issue affecting the 22 regional air traffic […]

South County Notebook: Nov. 14, 2026

Nov. 14: ‘Dancing Through the Decades’ at Tilton Library SOUTH DEERFIELD — The Polish American Citizens Club is hosting “Dancing Through the Decades” at Tilton Library, 75 North Main St., on Saturday, Nov. 14, at 6 p.m. Attendees can groove through time as the DJ plays 1960s tunes from 6 to 7 p.m. and 1970s […]

Orange officials talk FY26 budget closeout, looming tech school payments

During a recent joint meeting of the Finance Committee and Selectboard, Orange Town Manager Matthew Fortier provided an update on the town's preliminary fiscal year 2026 financials while officials discussed long-term budgetary concerns regarding a new technical school assessment and infrastructure needs.

Alleged drunk driving incident damages Greenfield's 'Honey Glow' bee sculpture

A 38-year-old Greenfield man was arrested for allegedly driving under the influence after crashing his truck into the 'Honey Glow' bee sculpture in front of the Mohawk Mall on Thursday.

Honoring veterans' 'devotion to duty': Deerfield becomes Purple Heart Community

Deerfield officially became a Purple Heart Community during a ceremony held at Town Hall on Thursday, where officials proclaimed Aug. 7 as Purple Heart Day.