New emergency notification system available ahead of winter storm
MONTAGUE — The town’s new emergency notification system is now available for residents to sign up to receive text alerts.
A notice from the town on Thursday explains that the new notification system, offered by Rave Alert, allows residents to voluntarily sign up by texting “Montague” to 77295. Residents can receive notifications about severe weather, road closures, public safety incidents and other important townwide messages.
This new system is now active just ahead of the latest winter storm making its way into the region beginning Sunday.
This system replaces the former CodeRED notification system the town moved away from in December. Any resident who was previously signed up for CodeRED alerts will need to sign up for the new system.
Franklin Tech students to offer tech support
ERVING — Franklin County Technical School students will offer tech support at the Erving Community & Senior Center, 1 Care Drive, on Thursday, Jan. 29, from 12:30 to 2 p.m.
Seniors who need help with their technological devices can register for a free appointment by calling the Senior Center at 413-423-3649.
New Montague Housing Coalition holding kick-off event at The Brick House
TURNERS FALLS — The Montague Housing Coalition, a newly formed group of residents advocating for access to affordable and safe housing, will have a kick-off event at The Brick House Community Resource Center, 22 Third St., from 6:30 to 8 p.m. on Wednesday, Feb. 4.
At this gathering, people will learn about the factors driving the rising cost of housing, discuss ways the Montague Housing Coalition can help address the issue and tailor goals to meet the needs of the Montague community.
A children’s corner for kids ages 4 to 13 will be available for families, and guests will be given tickets for raffle prizes donated by local businesses.
To register for the event, email Sade Ratliff at sratliff@chapa.org.