
Trump spending freeze has Pioneer Valley farmers worried
As uncertainty swirls around Washington regarding the release of allocated federal funds, farmers in Franklin County are beginning to feel the freeze.

One year on, Bernardston custom apparel biz growing
BERNARDSTON — From her home on Shaw Road surrounded by rolling fields and horse stables, Melissa Murphy crafts custom embroidered apparel for local businesses.
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Sports

Wrestling: Three locals reach semifinal round on opening day of MIAA Div. 3 state tournament
Three Recorder area wrestlers remain in the mix for a state title heading into Saturday.
Opinion

As I See It: Trump trumping capitalism
I am noticing something strange about Donald Trump: He may still be selling watches and shoes to his gullible followers for a few dollars here and there. But I believe his attention is now on something far grander, beyond petty cash and Trump Towers: He now wants to build pyramids for his eternal fame.





Your Daily Puzzles

An approachable redesign to a classic. Explore our "hints."

A quick daily flip. Finally, someone cracked the code on digital jigsaw puzzles.

Chess but with chaos: Every day is a unique, wacky board.

Word search but as a strategy game. Clearing the board feels really good.

Align the letters in just the right way to spell a word. And then more words.
Business

On Valentine’s Day, biz leaders share their love for Franklin County
GREENFIELD — With love in the air on Valentine’s Day, it was only fitting for speakers at the Franklin County Chamber of Commerce’s breakfast to share their adoration for their jobs.


Arts & Life

A display of diverse techniques: Northfield Mount Hermon exhibits work from visual arts faculty members
Enjoy a glimpse into the minds of the creative individuals who teach art to students at Northfield Mount Hermon. Currently on display at the school’s Rhodes Art Center is an exhibit showcasing the work of the visual arts faculty.
Obituaries

Alice "Jeanne" Pelletier Greenfield, MA - Alice "Jeanne" Pelletier, 86, formerly of Greenfield, MA, died Sunday 2/9/25 with her family by her side. She was born in Montague, MA in May 1938, the daughter of Valerian and Leah Chagnon. Jea... remainder of obit for Alice Pelletier

Greenfield, MA - Donald F. Duprey, 81, of Greenfield MA, passed away peacefully on Feb 3rd, 2025. Born on February 24, 1943, to the late Gladys Rossmeisl (Duprey) Cowan, and Frederick Duprey, Donald was a true family man who loved his o... remainder of obit for Donald F. Duprey

Simsbury, CT - Dr. Eric G. Widmer (January 16, 1940 - January 18, 2025) Renowned leader in global education, historian and beloved citizen of the world, Dr. Eric Widmer died at his home in Simsbury, CT on The Ethel Walker School cam... remainder of obit for Eric Widmer

Greenfield, MA - Christopher Scott Cote, 66, of Greenfield, MA died Tuesday February 18th at Baystate Franklin Medical Center after a year and a half battle with cancer. He was born in Fort Knox, KY on May 10th 1958, the son of Guy and ... remainder of obit for Christopher Scott Cote