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By H. PATRICIA HYNES
No one wrote more powerfully about humans’ poisoning the Earth and its consequences than biologist Rachel Carson — with a focus on one contaminant, the pesticide DDT. She traced its toxicity through the food chain of nature and the loss of beneficial insects and birds, and then warned of the ultimate destruction of the natural world. Other environmental writers of the time were perplexed by the tidal wave of impact “Silent Spring” had compared to their books: it was both the accuracy of her science and the powerful beauty of her science writing. The award-winning “Silent Spring” was translated into all the languages of the industrial world, influenced key environmental legislation and spurred the creation of the US EPA. It was a gift that kept on giving. That was 1962.
BY RANDI KLEIN
Americans’ voting rights are under assault from pending legislation and a presidential executive order. Led by the League of Women Voters (LWV) and the American Civil Liberties Union (ACLU) Americans are fighting back against attempts to make it harder for millions of eligible voters to have their voices heard.
By ANTHONY CAMMALLERI
GREENFIELD — Only a week before they will be put to a special City Council vote on Thursday, the Planning Board voted unanimously to not recommend four proposed zoning amendments that would regulate accessory dwelling units, or ADUs.
By DOMENIC POLI
ORANGE — Solar panels have been installed on Fisher Hill Elementary School’s roof, another step in a renovation project that began nearly five years ago.
By ERIN-LEIGH HOFFMAN
CONWAY — After it was struck by lightning, a barn containing farm equipment at 14 Sabans Road was destroyed Saturday afternoon, according to Fire Chief Robert Baker.
By ERIN-LEIGH HOFFMAN
MONTAGUE — Turtle crossing season is in full swing, and new signs along Montague City Road are urging drivers to take it slow and steady, so the turtles can win their race.
By MADISON SCHOFIELD
ROWE — After spending the past few weeks educating themselves about the history and culture of Native American tribes in New England, students at Rowe Elementary School culminated their learning by participating in a few traditional dances.
HEATH — The town election ballot consists primarily of incumbents seeking reelection, as well as a few positions that have no candidates running on the ballot.
By MADISON SCHOFIELD
COLRAIN — Voters will be asked to consider adopting a local meals tax, buying a new fire truck for $850,000 and approving a $5.29 million budget for fiscal year 2026 at Annual Town Meeting on Tuesday, May 6.
By THOMAS JOHNSTON
Spencer Towne struck out nine and knocked two hits, Madden Coates tallied two hits while Travis Williams pitched in Pipione’s Sport Shop’s 6-5 win over St. Stan’s in a Newt Guilbault contest Friday.
By THOMAS JOHNSTON
The Frontier boys tennis team keeps adding tallies to the win column.
By MADISON SCHOFIELD
SHELBURNE — Residents will be asked to weigh in on bylaws, budgets and dump trucks at Annual Town Meeting.
By ANTHONY CAMMALLERI
GILL — There were no reported injuries after a recycling truck hit an F.M. Kuzmeskus school bus carrying children on Main Road Friday afternoon.
By DOMENIC POLI
GREENFIELD — An Athol man will spend the next five to seven years in state prison after being found guilty of charges related to child abuse.
By CHRIS LARABEE
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.
By CHRIS LARABEE
DEERFIELD — Ahead of Monday’s election, the two Selectboard candidates came together for a forum to pitch their platforms to voters.
By MADISON SCHOFIELD
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.
BERNARDSTON — There are no contested races on the ballot in Bernardston’s town election on Monday, May 5
By ERIN-LEIGH HOFFMAN
GILL — The first part of Annual Town Meeting on Monday, May 5, will ask voters to weigh in on officer positions, Franklin Regional Council of Governments charter amendments and revolving fund spending limits.
By ERIN-LEIGH HOFFMAN
TURNERS FALLS — More than 300 people gathered in Turners Falls Thursday afternoon to honor “May Day” in a downtown parade and rally, calling for resistance against the Trump administration and wider community solidarity.
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