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New bylaws, dump trucks and $6.2M budget up for votes at Shelburne Town Meeting
No injuries from school bus, recycling truck collision in Gill
Selectboard candidates Hilchey, Wolfram meet in forum ahead of Deerfield election rematch
No contests on Bernardston ballot
First part of Gill Annual Town Meeting set for Monday
Taking ownership of meetinghouse, clean energy provisions on tap for Warwick Town Meeting
$12.2M budget, short-term rental tax up for votes at Northfield’s Town Meeting
Two longtime public servants vying for Selectboard seat in Northfield
Arms Library budget cuts scaled back
Rafters rescued from Deerfield River in Charlemont
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
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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Northfield man dies in Erving motorcycle crash; Bernardston man injured in Deerfield crash
Garage, house sustain ‘major damage’ in Phillips Street blaze in Greenfield
Extension cord under hay ‘being considered a potential factor’ in Leverett house fire
Lesbian bar opens in Greenfield: Last Ditch is the new space for the Valley’s queer community
Real Estate Transactions: May 2, 2025
New Salem town coordinator stepping down
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Ralph C. Mahar Regional School Honor Roll, Third Quarter
Athol man to serve five to seven years on child abuse charges
Conway Historical Society to explore ‘forgotten Founding Father’ Joseph Hawley
North County Notebook: May 3, 2025
Sports
Keeping Score with Chip Ainsworth: Amherst’s Jack Arena put together a coaching career for the ages
Good morning!The college hockey community was stunned this week to hear that Jack Arena had stepped down as the Amherst College hockey coach after 41 years and 539 wins.
HS Roundup: Olivia Machon drives in winning run in extras to propel Frontier softball past Greenfield, 6-5
Bulletin Board: FCL Softball registrations underway
UMass football notebook: Jakobie Keeney-James signs with Detroit Lions as undrafted free agent 
U.S. Open Local Qualifier takes place at Crumpin-Fox Club Thursday (PHOTOS)Opinion
Kathy Sylvester: Tim Hilchey known for dependable leadership
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.
Susan Wright: Dan Campbell is best candidate for Northfield Selectboard
Virginia and Howard Hastings: Vote Brassor for Northfield Selectboard
Steve and Joan Stoia: Support Barbara Brassor for Select Board
Barry Pfannebecker: Hilchey works for all of Deerfield
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Business
$200K grant fuels expansion at Radial Dynamics in Greenfield
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.
As Shady Glen Diner awaits buyer, current owner extends hours, shores up staffing
Expanding child care options: Hilltown Children’s Center opens in Shelburne
Northfield’s Wild Geese Decluttering helps clients achieve comfort through organization
Cooking up an expansion: Cocina Lupita eyes second location in Turners Fallse-Edition
Arts & Life
Fun Fest to showcase day of music in Turners Falls on May 10
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.
Northfield’s Trinitarian Congregational Church marks 200th year, looks to continue its ‘living legacy’
Speaking of Nature: Climbing out on a limb: The Hartford fern is not your typical fern
Lesbian bar opens in Greenfield: Last Ditch is the new space for the Valley’s queer community
Living and breathing democracy: Smithsonian museum sets up traveling exhibit inside the Mohawk Trail Regional School libraryObituaries
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
Michael R. Hyytinen
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
Michael George Shea
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
Elizabeth C. Fay
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
