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Speaking of Nature: The ‘chonk-a-ree’ countdown: Awaiting the red-winged vanguard to claim the territory of a coming spring
Bill Danielson explores the predictable patterns of winter birds and the early arrival of red-winged blackbirds as signs of the transitioning season despite recent freezing temperatures.
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4mBeavers likely reason for emergency repair to Easthampton culvert
EASTHAMPTON — The city issued an emergency declaration last week to clear a clogged culvert on Everett Street, averting the potential threat that put the stability of the road and the sewer pipe underneath it at risk. The believed culprit of the backup was a familiar furry creature. “The culvert was jammed full of woody […]
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6mValley Bounty: An a-peeling history: Bashista Orchards in Southampton marks a fruitful 100 years
“Our little part of Whiteloaf Mountain probably hasn’t changed much, other than I’ve added more trees and we got rid of the cows,” said Tom Bashista, fourth-generation farmer and steward of Bashista Orchards in Southampton. Bashista’s great-grandfather, Jacob Bashista, came from Poland in 1909 with his wife, Sabina, and his brother, Frank. The family purchased […]
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1mChristian Theriault
<html><head></head><body>Christian Theriault<br /><br />Millbury, MA - Christian James Theriault, of Millbury, Massachusetts, died peacefully on July 10, 2026, at the age of 55, after a brief illness. He leaves behind his wife Lucie Theriault and son ...
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2mGary Cook
<html><head></head><body>Gary Cook<br /><br />Merritt Island, FL - Gary Michael Cook passed away unexpectedly on June 18, 2026. He will be remembered for his easygoing nature, unforgettable sense of humor, generosity and remarkable work ethic.<br /><b ...
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4mLegion baseball: Northampton Post 28 punches ticket to state tournament for first time since 2017
FLORENCE — Nine years of waiting is over. The Northampton Legion Post 28 baseball team is heading to the Massachusetts Legion Senior State tournament for the first time since 2017, after winning the District 3B playoff division on Wednesday. Northampton outmatched Sheffield Post 340, 6-2, at Arcanum Field to punch its ticket to the eight-team […]