Correction, December 10, 2025 3:03 pm:
An earlier version of this article incorrectly referenced the first night that the menorah will be lit on the Greenfield Common. The menorah lighting will begin Sunday, Dec. 14, at 3:30 p.m. It will be lit daily thereafter through Friday, Dec. 19, then at 5:30 p.m. on Saturday, Dec. 20, and again at the public illumination ceremony on Sunday, Dec. 21.
Menorah lighting in Greenfield set for third year
Correction, December 2, 2025 12:08 pm:
An earlier version of this article incorrectly referenced a source of data. Lisa Ranghelli, director of assessment and capacity building at the Public Health Institute of Western Massachusetts, cited data from multiple 2025 Community Health Needs Assessments conducted in western Massachusetts.
Webinar talks public health needs in rural communities
Correction, November 22, 2025 10:28 am:
An earlier version of this article incorrectly detailed the costumes planned for the 16th annual March for the Food Bank with Monte Belmonte, and when they will be worn. On Monday, Belmonte will dress as Ernie from "Sesame Street" and he will be Mr. Rogers on Tuesday.
Monte’s March: The cart that keeps on giving
Correction, November 20, 2025 6:24 pm:
This article has been amended to correct the date of a Nov. 18 virtual listening session. Additionally, an earlier version of this article included an incorrect number for how much the town of Orange is asking the Ralph C. Mahar Regional School District School Committee to cut from its $16 million budget. The town is asking for a $1 million cut.
Franklin County school leaders call for equitable Chapter 70 funding
Correction, October 28, 2025 2:15 pm:
An earlier version of this article incorrectly described the outcome of the motion made by Selectboard Vice Chair Richard Kuklewicz to limit discussion on the apartheid-free resolution to 20 minutes. Although the vote on the motion had more votes in favor than against, with a four-vote margin, the vote count did not meet the required two-thirds threshold needed for the motion to pass.
Apartheid-free community resolution, Farren rezoning approved in Montague
Correction, October 28, 2025 11:00 am:
An earlier version of this story included photo captions that incorrectly identified Tanya Poulos, insurance outreach and enrollment coordinator with the Franklin County Community Health Center.
Mobile Health Van brings services to western Franklin County
Correction, October 10, 2025 6:52 pm:
A previous version of this story incorrectly identified the type of lottery system that will be used for admission at Franklin County Technical School. Franklin Tech's lottery system will be unweighted, meaning it will not use “tickets” to count toward increased odds of admission.
Franklin Tech OKs new admissions policy amid state regulatory change
Correction, October 10, 2025 6:36 pm:
An earlier version of this article inaccurately referenced the designer of bike racks at the Greenfield Public Library.
Film screening, trivia to raise money for movie-themed bike racks in Greenfield
Correction, October 9, 2025 9:12 am:
This article has been amended to provide clearer attribution. The Northwestern District Attorney's Office confirmed the skydiver died, while Orange Fire Chief James Young and Jumptown Skydiving say the incident involved a midair collision. The cause of the incident remains under investigation, according to the DA's office.
DA’s office: Man pronounced dead after Orange skydiving incident
Clarification, October 7, 2025 7:24 pm:
This story has been modified to provide added context regarding food diversion methods used by Franklin County schools and to clarify the number of regional transfer stations that offer composting, both within and outside of the Franklin County Solid Waste Management District.
Push to divert food waste from landfills remains strong in Franklin County, experts say
Correction, September 4, 2025 10:59 am:
An earlier version of this article incorrectly stated how long the Whately Congregational Church has been holding the Labor Day barbecue. Parishioners believe the annual meal dates back 50 years. Additionally, the chicken was purchased from Food City in Turners Falls.
‘It’s a good busy’: Labor Day barbecue marks milestone in Whately
Correction, September 4, 2025 9:43 am:
An earlier version of this story incorrectly described the organization of the October 2024 chicken barbecue. The barbecue was organized by members of Helen Baker's family and was held at the Conway Sportsman's Club. Additionally, Helen Baker intends to serve as a substitute chef at Conway Grammar School in her retirement.
Longtime owner selling Baker’s Country Store in Conway
