Ski resort investment group led by Berkshire East’s Schaefer buys Smugglers’ Notch

My Turn: Joining generations to celebrate tomorrow's leaders

In this county, people of every generation pull together with a common commitment to strengthen our community. On Wednesday, Nov. 4, the day after the election, all ages are invited to the Greenfield Public Library from 5 to 6:30 pm. We join to link the span of decades as we get better acquainted, and we […]

Pioneer Valley land trusts back state ballot measure to fund conservation

On Nov. 3, voters will decide on Question 6, a ballot initiative designed to create a Nature for All Fund by allocating sales tax revenue from sporting goods, recreational vehicles and golf courses toward Massachusetts' goal of conserving 40% of its natural lands and waters by 2050.

Legislators want MWRA to pull plug on Quabbin water request

Four regional lawmakers sent a letter to the Massachusetts Water Resources Authority requesting the withdrawal of a proposal to transfer 20 million gallons of water per day from the Quabbin and Wachusett system.

Trash sticker fees may rise as Montague looks to address funding gap

Montague Town Administrator Walter Ramsey recommended increasing trash and barrel sticker fees to help address a projected $573,235 shortfall in Montague's preliminary fiscal year 2028 budget.

Greenfield Parking & Traffic Commission supports expansion of no-parking zone on Laurel Street

The Greenfield Parking & Traffic Commission unanimously recommended installing additional "No Parking" signs on the curved section of Laurel Street but declined to act on a request to restrict parking to one side of Lincoln Street.