South Deerfield resident accused of plotting to kill treasury secretary sentenced to six years in prison

Blue Cross, Cooley Dickinson assure Medicare Advantage patients of continued coverage amid network shift

Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts and Cooley Dickinson Hospital announced a 90-day transition period starting Oct. 1 to ensure uninterrupted coverage for Medicare Advantage subscribers losing their primary care network status.

Ashfield hires energy manager

The Ashfield Selectboard hired Jonisha Aubain as the town's first energy manager following a unanimous recommendation from the Energy Committee.

Jazz musician and Greenfield native Stephen Arnold honors mentors in new album

Stephen Arnold released his third jazz album, "The Hitting Wall," on July 17, a project dedicated to the mentors who shaped his musical and personal journey.

Arts Briefs: Yarn exchange in Orange, immersive art in Wendell, and more

Hildaland to take the stage in New Salem The musical duo Hildaland, featuring Scottish fiddler Louise Bichan and Indiana mandolinist Ethan Setiawan, will perform a concert blending traditional Scottish roots, progressive bluegrass and jazz at the 1794 Meetinghouse in New Salem on Saturday, Sept. 5 at 7:30 p.m. Now based in New England, the pair […]

Sounds Local: Headline: Striking a chord (and a drum) in Turners Falls: Musician Wes Brown is making a noteworthy return to the bandshell

Here in the Valley, we are surrounded by so many great musicians that it’s easy to take for granted the number of world-class artists that live in our area. One such talent is musician Wes Brown of Turners Falls. Brown is a talented composer and multi-instrumentalist who has enjoyed a rich and varied 50-year career that […]