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By CHRIS LARABEE

Restoration of Elmer’s Store in Ashfield, roadwork around the region and downtown management services in three towns around Franklin County are on the way thanks to more than $10.3 million in grants coming to Franklin County and the North Quabbin,...

Bikes Fight Cancer raises more than $260K for cancer research, servicesNORTHAMPTON — In its second year as a nonprofit, Bikes Fight Cancer raised more than $260,000 for cancer research and services through several cycling fundraisers, including the...

In the fall of 1970, my junior year at Tufts, my roommate invited me to join him at a college-sponsored Catholic retreat. I reminded him that I was Jewish and asked if I would be accepted there. He assured me that the college pastor, Father Fitz, was...

By CHRIS LARABEE

CONWAY — As the town’s new senior tax work-off program prepares to launch in the coming months, the Selectboard laid out the eligibility parameters on Monday.Conway began planning the program in July and is expected to have seniors working by Jan. 2...

By CHRIS LARABEE

SOUTH DEERFIELD — After hearing from more than a dozen speakers Tuesday night, as well as submitted written comments, Frontier Regional School’s policy regarding homeschooler participation in extracurricular activities will remain the same.Following...

By AALIANNA MARIETTA

CONWAY— Neighbors and visitors gathered for events, art, and food on Sunday at the 60th Festival of the Hills, an annual fall festival that captures “the essence of Conway,” according to longtime volunteer and Conway resident Phyllis Jeswald.“I...

By CHRIS LARABEE

CONWAY — As Baker’s Country Store owners Helen and Robert Baker continue to try to address tens of thousands of dollars worth of damage that resulted from a July rainstorm, a chicken barbecue is set for Saturday, Oct. 19, to help raise more money.The...

By CHRIS LARABEE

CONWAY — The spirit of small towns lives on in Conway, as the Festival of the Hills returns this weekend to bring the community together.The festival will be held in the town center on Sunday, Oct. 6, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., as Conway’s premier event...

To parents, grandparents, neighbors and more, please vote “yes” on Question 2 this November! It will mean that passing the MCAS will no longer be required for a high school diploma.Great idea, right? To begin with, too much time is spent every spring...

‘Only in America: A Brief History of Antisemitism in the U.S.’ program to be held Thursday SUNDERLAND — The second of two community-building programs focused on discussing antisemitism will be held Thursday, Sept. 26, at the Sunderland Public Library,...

By CHRIS LARABEE

CONWAY — The Bardwell’s Ferry Bridge is weighing heavy on residents’ minds, as several people discussed the inconvenience of the bridge’s closure in a conversation with local legislators on Monday evening.About two dozen residents joined Sen. Paul...

By CHRIS LARABEE

GREENFIELD — As the Oct. 12 deadline for public comment on the Northern Tier Passenger Rail study approaches, communities around Franklin County are sending letters of support to the state for what some officials say could be a “game-changer” for the...

Roads closing for Tree House Brewing Co. half-marathon SOUTH DEERFIELD — Several roads around South Deerfield will be closed and others will experience delays from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. on Sunday as Tree House Brewing Co. hosts its annual half-marathon The...

By CHRIS LARABEE

CONWAY — After an extended bid process that saw the town reject the first slate of proposals this spring, the public safety building addition project can move forward with the approval of Maple Row Farm’s $419,000 bid.The Selectboard awarded the bid...

By CHRIS LARABEE

SOUTH DEERFIELD – Frontier Regional and Union 38 students walked into their buildings Tuesday morning, kicking off the 2024-25 school year in the Pioneer Valley.Smiles were everywhere as staff invited students in and friends reunited for another year...

By CHRIS LARABEE

CONWAY — With an eye toward reducing energy costs and light pollution, the town is undertaking a streetlight study to take a look at how the community’s lighting can be more efficient.The Selectboard approved a $9,950 contract with RTE Energy...

By CHRIS LARABEE

SOUTH DEERFIELD – Citing precedent set last year, the Frontier School Committee declined to dedicate its volleyball court to longtime coach Sean MacDonald, who retired after the 2023-24 school year, capping off 21 years and a whole slew of sectional...

By SAM FERLAND

CONWAY — Upon his retirement after 28 years of service to the Conway Police Department, Officer Randall Williams says he intends to stay a part of the community — and a frequent visitor to area car shows.Williams, 66, moved with his family to Franklin...

By CHRIS LARABEE

CONWAY — For more than half a century, Baker’s Country Store has sat on River Street, where it has offered fresh baked goods, pumped gas and served as the unofficial town gathering spot for residents.It’s survived countless snowstorms, the 2017...