My Turn: Unveiling a dark chapter in farmworker activism

House passes bill on late-term abortion access; Sabadosa bill heads to Senate

A Massachusetts bill that would expand abortion access after 24 weeks of pregnancy passed the House of Representatives and is set to head to the Senate.

'Just show up. We'll teach you': Orange Community Band going strong after 176 years, holding season's final concert on July 31

Conductor Stephanie Parker joined the Orange Community Band as a 10-year-old trumpeter, encouraged by her father, Terry, who plays tuba in the group to this day. The father of Donna Reynolds, a member of the Orange Lions Club, which sponsors the musicians, used to sell popcorn and beverages at the concerts, and Peter Guertin never […]

Sounds Local: From poster to playlist: Reid Genauer is set to rock the Shea Theater with Assembly of Dust

When a fan gifted Reid Genauer a hand-drawn poster referencing 100 of his songs, the songwriter and lead singer from Strangefolk and Assembly of Dust initially viewed it as a much-appreciated gesture. But that poster would ultimately inspire him to re-record those 100 songs, resulting in a collection called “This is What I Saw.” The […]

Arts Briefs: Elementary school art in Greenfield, marionette puppet show in Turners Falls, and more

Americana acts to take stage at Great Falls Coffeehouse Austin & Elliott and The Boxcar Lilies will perform at the Great Falls Coffeehouse in Turners Falls on Friday, Aug. 14 at 7 p.m. Austin & Elliott is comprised of singer/songwriters Chris Elliott, who plays guitar, and Lisa Austin, who plays percussion. After years of performing […]

Hampshire County Group Insurance Trust rebuilds reserves after 2025 financial crisis

The Hampshire County Group Insurance Trust stabilized its finances following a period of declining reserves, ending the fiscal year with $7 million.