Athol, Winchendon town managers echo findings in report of spending challenges

Belchertown talk challenges nuclear energy’s role in climate solution

Author Linda Pentz Gunter spoke at a book talk in Belchertown on Tuesday, arguing against nuclear energy as a climate solution due to its cost, risks and potential to divert resources from renewables.

177th Franklin County Fair brings ‘high energy’ with new additions

With a new mascot, performance and feature calling back to the fair’s history, the 177th Franklin County Fair celebrated both a future of fresh thrills and the county’s past traditions. “It helps bring the community together,” said Tony King of Greenfield as he roamed the fair on Friday, carrying his four-year-old son. “It’s just that […]

North Quabbin History Tour celebrates region's past

This Sunday, those curious about the region’s history can learn more when seven local historical societies open the doors to their museums for the annual North Quabbin History Tour. The tour, now in its third year, will include the museums in Athol, Royalston, Orange, Petersham, New Salem and Phillipston. For the Royalston Historical Society, the […]

Bear killed in motorcycle crash in Petersham

PETERSHAM – A 71-year-old man from Orange was injured Saturday morning when the motorcycle he was operating collided with a bear on Route 122/New Salem Road in Petersham. A statement from Petersham Police Chief Peter Buck said the operator was traveling north on the highway when it struck an adult bear weighing approximately 160 pounds […]

New Royalston administrative assistant hired

ROYALSTON – Former Hubbardston Town Administrator Nate Boudreau, who also served two years as town clerk for the town of Princeton, has been tapped to fill the part-time position of administrative assistant for the town of Royalston. Boudreau – who once served as chief of staff for former state Sen. Dean Tran – was chosen […]