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Carbon monoxide concerns mount during heating season
The Wendell Fire Department has responded to two residences in the past several weeks where dangerously high carbon monoxide levels were present.
Montague launches new emergency alert system ahead of incoming storm
The Town of Montague is ready to launch their new Emergency Alert System, Rave Alerts, designed to allow the town to communicate with residents and business owners about timely, critical information during emergencies and other important situations.
1 week ago in Lifestyle
To clear ice and snow, there are rock salt alternatives that are safer for your pets and yard
It's easy to dash to the closest hardware store to grab a bag of salt, but experts say there are a lot of environmental and other factors to consider when tackling all that ice and snow. Here's what to know.
1 week ago in Entertainment
Blake Lively and Taylor Swift’s texts exposed in lawsuit against Justin Baldoni
A trove of text messages and emails sent by Blake Lively, including exchanges with her longtime friend Taylor Swift, have been made public by actor-director Justin Baldoni 's lawyers as they prepare for trial.
Rural school districts to send urgent message to Healey
Massachusetts Governor Maura Healey on Friday will address the annual Connect 351 conference hosted by the Massachusetts Municipal Association in Boston. When she does, leaders from rural towns and schools from across the Commonwealth will deliver an urgent message about state support of rural school districts.
1 week ago in Sports
Djokovic one away from 400 Grand Slam match wins; Wawrinka makes history
Novak Djokovic improved to 399 wins in Grand Slam matches with a 6-3, 6-2, 6-2 victory over Francesco Maestrelli on Thursday, making the 38-year-old, 24-time major winner just one shy of becoming the first player ever to 400.
1 week ago in Sports
The AP NFL MVP finalists are Allen, Lawrence, Maye, McCaffrey and Stafford
Christian McCaffrey is the first player to be a finalist for three AP NFL awards in the same year, joining Josh Allen, Trevor Lawrence, Drake Maye and Matthew Stafford in the running for The Associated Press 2025 NFL Most Valuable Player award.
1 week ago in Sports
Sherrone Moore is returning to court in case related to his firing as Michigan football coach
Former University of Michigan football coach Sherrone Moore is returning to court for the first time since being charged with vengeful acts against a woman shortly after he was fired for having a relationship with her.
1 week ago in Entertainment
Sundance kicks off in Utah with powerful premieres and emotional tributes to Robert Redford
Robert Redford liked to say that everybody has a story. He's not the only person who said it, but he is one of the few who did something to celebrate it, his daughter, Amy Redford, said Wednesday evening ahead of the Sundance Film Festival's opening day.
1 week ago in World
Rescue efforts underway after landslides hit New Zealand campground and house with 2 confirmed dead
Landslides hit a house and a campground in New Zealand on Thursday, leaving at least two dead while emergency crews were trying to rescue others buried in rubble, officials said.
1 week ago in Entertainment, Trending
‘Sinners’ makes history, setting Oscars nomination record
Ryan Coogler's blues-steeped vampire epic "Sinners" led all films with 16 nominations to the 98th Academy Awards on Thursday, setting a record for the most in Oscar history.
New cameras raising concerns for Greenfield residents
Several community members gave comment expressing concern over the use of flock cameras in Greenfield at Wednesday’s City Council meeting and the potential use of data by federal immigration enforcement.
FCTS looking to replace aging building
Representatives from the Franklin County Technical School shared plans for a new building at last night’s Greenfield City Council meeting.
Health insurance costs continue to rise for municipalities
Greenfield Mayor Ginny Desorgher said it’s going to be a “grim” budgeting year after getting word that another hefty 15% insurance hike is projected for the city
Greenfield Superintendent search down to two finalists
The Greenfield Public Schools have announced two finalists in the search for a new Superintendent of Schools.
Weekend weather: bitter cold with snow late Sunday
Expect a cold and blustery weekend coming up, with the chance of snow increasing as the weekend proceeds.
1 week ago in Lifestyle, Trending
Take these steps to protect yourself from winter weather dangers
Winter weather brings various hazards that people have to contend with to keep warm and safe. These dangers can include carbon monoxide poisoning, hypothermia and frozen pipes that can burst and make homes unlivable.
HS Basketball: Frontier, Franklin Tech cruise at home, Greenfield picks up road win
The Frontier and Franklin Tech boys basketball teams picked up home wins on Tuesday night, while the Mahar girls picked up an impressive road victory over Ware.
1 week ago in National
The US is on the verge of losing its measles elimination status. Here’s why that matters
It's been a year since a measles outbreak began in West Texas, and international health authorities say they plan to meet in April to determine if the U.S. has lost its measles-free designation.
1 week ago in National
House Republicans begin push to hold the Clintons in contempt of Congress over the Epstein probe
House Republicans are starting a push Wednesday to hold former President Bill Clinton and former Secretary of State Hillary Clinton in contempt of Congress over the Jeffrey Epstein investigation, opening the prospect of the House using one of its most powerful punishments against a former president for the first time.
