My Turn: Turning the page — How the eviction record sealing law can help western Massachusetts communities

Eight 'No Kings' events push to get the early vote out in Franklin County

More than 2,000 No Kings: Vote Early events are scheduled to take place across the country to encourage citizens to cast their ballots ahead of the Nov. 3 election.

My Turn: Will this be our last election?

At a September Republican gathering, our dictator announced a bribe to voters in the November elections. If they cast ballots to maintain his majority of yes-men controlling Congress, he will send $5,000 to every American adult. The following night, he called on Republicans to “cheat like hell” to win the election. Illegal and corrupt as […]

Nearly $923K conserving land in four Franklin County, North Quabbin towns

Franklin County and the North Quabbin region received $922,750 in state grants to conserve hundreds of acres of land and increase public access to nature preserves.

Revised rental registry ordinance heading back to Greenfield City Council for review

Greenfield's Appointments and Ordinances Committee recommended the adoption of a new rental registry ordinance and a gender identity protection ordinance, both of which are scheduled for consideration by City Council.

Griswold Memorial Library eyes changes to access ramp, improved drainage

Library Director Val Finkel presented proposed renovation plans for the Griswold Memorial Library to the Colrain Selectboard, focusing on addressing stormwater drainage and accessibility issues.