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1 month ago
City working with state DOR on audit; councilors angry, frustrated

GREENFIELD, MA (FRANKLIN COUNTY NOW) — The City of Greenfield is working with the […]

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Local
1 month ago
Weather alert: Tornado Watch issued, potential for strong storms in Franklin County

GREENFIELD, MA (FRANKLIN COUNTY NOW) — A turbulent atmosphere has brought the potential for […]

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1 month ago
Nurses’ union “concerned” about layoffs at Baystate Health

The union that represents nurses at Baystate Health are expressing concerns about layoffs that have occurred recently, against the backdrop of continued negotiations with nurses at Baystate Franklin Medical Center in Greenfield.

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2 months ago
Union has sharp criticism for Gill-Montague cuts, restructuring

Educators say staff cuts and position changes were made without enough notice or collaboration, affecting special education, music, libraries, reading, math and other student services.

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Financial Fitness with the Money Doctor
2 months ago
The Four Levels of Being Financially Stuck—and How to Find Your Way Forward | Financial Fitness

In this episode of Financial Fitness with The Money Doctor, Frances Rahaim, Ph.D., explains the four levels of financial “stuck,” from minor money missteps to overwhelming debt crises. Learn how to identify where you are, hear a real-life debt-free success story, and discover practical, judgment-free steps to regain control of your finances.

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Corinne Fitzgerald
2 months ago
Why Some Homes Get Multiple Offers While Others Don’t | Real Estate Expert Corinne Fitzgerald

The Question Many Sellers Are Asking If you’ve been following the real estate market […]

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2 months ago
Tree down on Lampblack Road

GREENFIELD, MA (FRANKLIN COUNTY NOW) — A downed tree is blocking a roadway in […]

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2 months ago
Baystate Franklin nurses reject “best and final” offer

An overwhelming majority–98% according to the Massachusetts Nurses Association–rejected the latest contract offer from Baystate Health.

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2 months ago
Athol announces water use restriction

Low water flow levels on the Millers River have resulted in a mandatory outdoor water use restriction in the town of Athol.

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Corinne Fitzgerald
2 months ago
Why aren’t there more homes for sale? | Corinne Fitzgerald

Why Aren’t There More Homes for Sale? The Question Everyone Is Asking If you’ve […]