Business Briefs: June 12, 2026

Montague, Erving and Gill Notebook: June 12, 2026

Meeting to discuss fire truck purchase MONTAGUE CENTER — The Montague Center Fire District Prudential Committee will meet on Thursday, June 18, at 6 p.m. at the Montague Center Fire Station, 28 Old Sunderland Road, to learn about plans to purchase a new 3,000-gallon tanker. This is an informational meeting on the proposed purchase to […]

Three decades, one mission: Relay For Life unites Franklin County residents in fight against cancer

Relay For Life has been a tradition in Franklin County for three decades, bringing the community together to celebrate cancer survivors, honor those who have been lost and raise money to support the fight against cancer.

Grounds for celebration: Dean's Beans named Massachusetts Rural Business of the Year

When founder Dean Cycon stepped down from his Dean’s Beans Organic Coffee Co. in 2023, he didn’t look for a wealthy outside buyer or a massive conglomerate to take over. Instead, he handed the keys directly to the roasters, packers and office staff who helped him build the brand. Three years into its journey as […]

On the Ridge with Joe Judd: 'A hunt to remember'

As it is with any turkey hunting season, all good things must end. And as I walked out of the woods realizing that the 2026 spring season was over, with an open tag still in my pocket, I figured I’ll just file this under one more story that I can now add to the countless […]

After series of biting incidents, Orange Selectboard votes to euthanize dog

A local business owner has until June 19 to appeal the Selectboard's decision to euthanize one of his dogs, which has reportedly bitten three people within four months, while his other dog has been deemed a nuisance for frequently getting loose.