The Athol Police Department building is closed for foot traffic and administrative purposes after a break in the sprinkler system caused water and power issues.
The Healey-Driscoll Administration issued statements Wednesday in response to the Trump Administration’s decision to move several offices and programs, with their funding, from the U.S. Department of Education into other federal agencies.
Greenfield Mayor Ginny Desorgher expressed at Wednesday’s City Council meeting that while SNAP benefits are being restored, there is still increased need for food support in the community
At Wednesday’s Greenfield City Council meeting, Mayor Ginny Desorgher discussed the city’s plans for next steps with the Hope Street Lot following the vote earlier this month allowing the city to move forward with selling the property.
Senator Jo Comerford shared news earlier this month about funding coming to Franklin County through state economic development and housing infrastructure grants.
CodeRED, Gardner’s emergency communication system used to alert residents of water main breaks, road closures, weather alerts and more, has experienced a damaging cybersecurity incident this week.
The Massachusetts Attorney General’s Office has approved the new Colrain bylaw that was passed in the June 6th, 2025 Town Meeting establishing new revolving funds for departments.
onways voters will be asked to vote on fourteen motions at their upcoming Special Town Meeting
Following a 2016 lawsuit against the leadership in the Massachusetts State Police, claiming instances of discrimination against female and minority troopers in career advancement, a jury has ordered the State Police to pay over $6.8 million.
The Massachusetts Division of Fisheries and Wildlife launched Hunters Share the Harvest Program on Thanksgiving Day in 2022
