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I am writing to express my gratitude to the offices of Sens. Ed Markey and Elizabeth Warren, as well as state Reps. Katherine Clark, Bill Keating, and U.S. Rep. Jim McGovern for taking the time to meet with me this week to discuss the passage of the Safe Step Act, investment in headache/pain research through the NIH, and robust funding for headache care for our veterans.
By ERIN-LEIGH HOFFMAN
GREENFIELD — A proposed cat cafe at 305 Wells St., believed to be the first in western Massachusetts, will have to wait until June for a decision from the Zoning Board of Appeals on a special permit.
By DOMENIC POLI
GREENFIELD — Local restaurateur Amy McMahan will close Mesa Verde this month as she transitions the business into an experimental space to train chefs for the Cape Cod restaurant group she has joined.
By MADISON SCHOFIELD
GREENFIELD — Learn what it’s like for someone to further their education while incarcerated during a screening of the PBS documentary “College Behind Bars.”
By DOMENIC POLI
GREENFIELD — The Building Bridges Veterans Initiative’s director received a $3,000 check from the Greenfield Elks Lodge 1296 on Thursday afternoon to fund meal preparation for former service members.
I think it’s time for fewer terms, young blood and fresh ideas in Congress, including politics. I think it’s time to clean house of corruption and the mess of both the Democratic and Republican parties. It’s about time we hear the unenrolled politicians’ voices and they come out to run against the two-party system.
I had decided the times we live in now would be remembered as “The (2nd) Dark Ages.” But every day, as news stories about executive orders to suffocate another government agency surface, there’s always the civics lesson disclaimer that “only Congress can abolish a government agency,” followed by the phrase “but in the meantime … ” firings and funding stops effectively make it impossible for agencies to provide needed services to citizens.
By MADISON SCHOFIELD
Local author, naturalist and former boxer Vanessa Chakour is leading a women’s boxing class at Franklin County’s YMCA.
By DOMENIC POLI
You’ve likely heard of bingo being played at casinos, Moose lodges and VFW halls. But how about brewery-hosted comedy shows?
By EVELINE MACDOUGALL
The March 28 reception to launch a Greenfield exhibit showcasing the work of Peter Ruhf will be no ordinary event, because Peter Ruhf is no ordinary fellow. The exhibit promises to shift perspectives about art, discipline and brilliance. Those in attendance will meet the man listed in the Guinness Book of World Records multiple times as Boomerang World Champion; if you’ve never met anyone who’s been featured on the cover of Life magazine, dear readers, here’s your chance.
By DOMENIC POLI
GREENFIELD — A Medicaid false claims case against two personal care attendants who worked in South Deerfield has been continued without a finding for two years, during which time the defendants will be on probation and required to pay restitution.
By ANTHONY CAMMALLERI
GREENFIELD — Tensions rose between City Council and School Committee Wednesday in the wake of Mayor Ginny Desorgher’s announcement that the city cannot fund the School Department’s nearly $25.59 million budget proposal for fiscal year 2026, a $1.89 million increase over the current fiscal year.
By ANTHONY CAMMALLERI
GREENFIELD — Police arrested 34-year-old Dion Cadiz of Turners Falls on Wednesday night after he allegedly broke into his ex-partner’s home on Shattuck Street and, aiming a handgun at her, threatened to kill her.
GREENFIELD — Author Dean Cycon will discuss his novel, “Finding Home (Hungary, 1945),” at Temple Israel at 27 Pierce St. on Sunday, March 23, at 10:30 a.m.
By ERIN-LEIGH HOFFMAN
GREENFIELD — Rejecting fast fashion and focusing on sustainability is the ethos of a new handmade and upcycled clothing and accessories store that opened its doors to shoppers on Wednesday.
By ERIN-LEIGH HOFFMAN
GREENFIELD — The more than 700 people who attended a town hall event with U.S. Rep. Jim McGovern on Tuesday relayed an expansive mandate for him to take back to Congress: defend federal institutions, create a stronger coalition of Democrats and be a voice of resistance to the Trump administration.
By ANTHONY CAMMALLERI
GREENFIELD — The Ways and Means Committee is recommending $700,000 in bonds as part of the Department of Public Works’ fiscal year 2026 budget requests to dredge the Green River water supply intake and to plan clay pipe replacements and repairs throughout the city.
Today, Franklin County’s Y launches its 2025 Annual Campaign with the goal of raising $160,000. The Y has made great strides toward becoming a true anchor institution in Franklin County. We continue to earn the trust of members of all age groups by upgrading our offerings, improving our facilities, and creating an inclusive, diverse community.
By DOMENIC POLI
GREENFIELD — If you enjoyed Greenfield schools’ inaugural Cardboard Building Challenge, you’re in luck: Brittany Hathaway, vice president of Federal Street School’s Parent-Teacher Organization, says the event is just getting started.
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