Rafters rescued from Deerfield River in Charlemont

05-02-2025 5:06 PM

CHARLEMONT — No one was injured when two rafters got stranded while fishing along the Deerfield River and needed to be assisted by first responders Friday morning.


Nationwide, beekeepers report loss of 1.6M colonies in 10 months

05-02-2025 6:05 PM

Across the United States, beekeepers are facing their greatest crisis in decades, with more than 1 million colonies reported lost in the last 10 months.


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Kathy Sylvester: Tim Hilchey known for dependable leadership
05-02-2025 4:04 PM

I am writing to express my full support for the re-election of Tim Hilchey to the DeerfieldSelectboard. As a former chair of the Community Preservation Committee and the Conservation Commission and a member of the Selectboard for the last three years, Tim has shown steady leadership, a deep commitment to our community and a genuine willingness to listen and act on the concerns of residents.

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$200K grant fuels expansion at Radial Dynamics in Greenfield
05-01-2025 11:44 AM

GREENFIELD — Radial Dynamics, a Greenfield hydraulic engineering company, will steer its way into the future with its new high-tech manufacturing equipment, including a robotic arm that was purchased with the help of a $200,000 grant.

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Fun Fest to showcase day of music in Turners Falls on May 10
05-01-2025 9:35 PM

TURNERS FALLS — The 7th annual Música Franklin “Fun Fest” is returning to Unity Park in Turners Falls on Saturday, May 10 for a free, family-friendly day of music and activities, with students getting the chance to showcase their year of musical growth. 

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Obit photo for Salvatore Francis Arnone Salvatore Francis Arnone

Bernardston, MA - Salvatore "Sal/Santa" Francis Arnone, 85, of Bernardston, passed away surrounded by his loving family Tuesday, 04/29/2025 after a tough battle with cancer. He was born in Enfield, CT on January 3, 1940, the son of the ... remainder of obit for Salvatore Francis Arnone

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Lt. Michael R. Hyytinen Pima, AZ - On March 22, 2025, Lt. Michael R. Hyytinen, United States Navy, Retired, decided today was the day to walk the wind. Michael was born in Fitchburg, Massachusetts on December 3, 1942, to his parents Rei... remainder of obit for Michael R. Hyytinen

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Michael "Mike" George Shea Shelburne Falls, MA - Michael "Mike" George Shea, 73, of Shelburne Falls, MA, passed away peacefully surrounded by family on Monday, April 28, 2025 at Baystate Franklin Medical Center in Greenfield, MA. He was ... remainder of obit for Michael George Shea

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Greenfield, MA - Elizabeth C. Fay, 92, a lifelong resident of Greenfield, died Monday, April 28th at Charlene Manor Extended Care Facility. She was born in South Deerfield, MA on August 5, 1932, the daughter of Stanley and Anne (Discawi... remainder of obit for Elizabeth C. Fay

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