Leyden town clerk urges focus on archive improvements

H.S. Roundup: Frontier boys soccer shuts out Hampshire at home

WHATELY — A youth movement powered the Frontier Regional boys soccer team to a 3-0 win over Hampshire Regional at Herlihy Park on Friday afternoon. A sophomore and two freshmen accounted for all three goals for the Redhawks (6-5-3). Frontier seems to be playing its best soccer at the perfect time of the season. The […]

As I See It: The Scorpion Story: An American version

Everybody knows the scorpion-and-frog story: The scorpion asks the frog to carry him across the river, promising the skeptical frog that he would not sting him since that would kill both of them. The scorpion’s reasoning convinces the frog, who agrees to take the scorpion across the river and starts swimming. But in the deep […]

My Turn: The history of the American lawn

During drives around the area, one is treated to the view of various lawns. One of the details that is seen is the range of conditions on display. Some lawns are rather unkempt; others are meticulous. The latter condition obviously requires a lot of hard work and dedication. What strikes me as ironic is this […]

'They are not a statistic': Survivors of domestic violence share their stories

Local advocates and survivors gathered in Greenfield on Thursday night for an event titled Voices Carry: Honoring Domestic Violence Survivors to offer support and remembrance for those affected by domestic violence.

Speed dating-style session helps voters prep for nine ballot questions

The League of Women Voters of Franklin County held a speed dating-style information session at Greenfield Community College to educate voters about the nine ballot questions appearing on the upcoming Nov. 3 ballot.