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Wingmasters Library Event in Adams
ADAMS, Mass. — Adams Free Library is hosting "Native American Artifacts and Birds of Prey" by Wingmasters on Wednesday, July 17 at 11:00 a.m. Families and children ages eight and up are invited to attend this free event. Registration is required (413)743-8345. According to a press release:. Native Americans...
Massachusetts House approves bill to boost renewable energy efforts
BOSTON (AP) — The Massachusetts House on Wednesday approved a bill that would help boost the state’s reliance on renewable energy, in part by streamlining the state and local permitting process for projects that shift the state away from using fossil fuels. The bill’s approval comes just weeks after the Massachusetts Senate approved its own bill to help the state meet its climate goals, including reaching net zero greenhouse gas emissions by 2050. Democratic Speaker Ronald Mariano said the House bill aims to increase the supply of clean energy through new renewable energy projects, more storage capacity and streamlined permitting. The House measure would consolidate both state and local permitting and set 12- to 15-month limits for considering all final permitting decisions, echoing language in the Senate bill.
Blade collapse, New York launch and New Jersey research show uneven progress of offshore wind
ATLANTIC CITY, N.J. (AP) — Three events Wednesday highlighted the uneven progress of the offshore wind industry in the Northeast, including the start of a major project in New York, research aimed at preventing environmental damage in New Jersey, and a temporary shutdown of a wind farm in Massachusetts after a broken turbine blade washed ashore on a famous beach. The federal government ordered a wind farm operator off the coast of Nantucket in Massachusetts to suspend operations while cleanup continues after a wind turbine blade fell into the water, broke apart, and washed up on beaches at the popular vacation spot. Vineyard Wind said Wednesday that it has removed 17 cubic yards of debris, enough to fill more than six truckloads, along with several larger pieces that washed ashore. The debris was mostly non-toxic fiberglass fragments ranging in size from small pieces to larger sections, typically green or white. Vineyard Wind, a joint venture between Avangrid and Copenhagen Infrastructure Partners, bolstered its beach patrols to 35 people looking for and removing debris.
State funding sought for life sciences training in Roxbury
$50 million in state funding for life sciences training in Nubian Square hangs in the balance of legislative negotiations on an economic development bill. The partial funding for a $200 million development on the Blair parking lot was in the Massachusetts House version of the bill approved last month. The amendment was sponsored by Representatives John Moran of the South End and Chynah Tyler of Roxbury, who each represent sections of the square.
Propane leak causes evacuation in Tuesday’s storm
WILLIAMSBURG, MA (FRANKLIN COUNTY NOW) — In Williamsburg, a tree came down on a 500 gallon propane tank and vehicle. The propane tank was reported to be nearly full and as a result of the leak and resulting high levels of gas in the areas, residents were evacuated to the Anne T. Dunphy School. One home on Williams Street refused to evacuate, no update yet on the residents’ wellbeing.
All articles pass unanimously at Ashfield Special Town Meeting
ASHFIELD, MA (FRANKLIN COUNTY NOW) — Residents unanimously passed all three of the warrant articles at Ashfield’s Special Town Meeting on Monday. The first article requested $20,000 for the Park Tennis Court rehabilitation project. The second and third articles sought the appropriation of funds for 911 call upgrades to classrooms at Sanderson Academy and Mohawk Trail Regional School.
Personal Property Revaluations coming this month
GREENFIELD, MA (FRANKLIN COUNTY NOW) — The Greenfield Board of Assessors are beginning a comprehensive personal property revaluation this month. Real Estate Research Consultation Inc. has been hired to assist in the execution of the reevaluations, beginning with Greenfield businesses on Tuesday, July 23rd. The Assessors Department encourages every personal property owner to participate in this process, questions can be directed to the Assessors Department at (413) 772-1506.
Teamsters and oxen united at working oxen demo
Donnie Bisbee of Clayhill Farm grew up showing oxen in 4-H. Then it became a family affair. “I showed oxen with my wife before the kids were born, and then the kids got into it,” said Bisbee of Chesterfield, MA. His wife Faith Bisbee coordinates with Hilltown Misfits 4-H...
Daring Rescue: Many Saved After Multiple Boats Overturn In Upstate New York
Six people boating in an Upstate New York River were injured when multiple boats overturned and saved miles away. On Tuesday, the New York State Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC) confirmed in its " DEC Forest Rangers - Week in Review" that Forest Ranger saved six people from a river. The weekly report highlights recent statewide forest ranger action.
Lenox man pleads guilty after speaking with undercover officer posed as a minor
LENOX, Mass. (WGGB/WSHM) - A Lenox man pleaded guilty in court on Tuesday for attempting to send obscene material to a minors over social media. In September 2022, 37-year-old: Paul Bruzzi used social media to have conversations with a girl he believed was 14-years-old. However, that individual was an undercover...
2024 All-Western Mass. Girls Outdoor Track & Field: Selections announced for spring season
MassLive announced its 2024 All-Western Massachusetts teams for girls outdoor track and field on July 17. Take a look at the first and second teams in each division below:. If you purchase a product or register for an account through a link on our site, we may receive compensation. By using this site, you consent to our User Agreement and agree that your clicks, interactions, and personal information may be collected, recorded, and/or stored by us and social media and other third-party partners in accordance with our Privacy Policy.
Dalton Fire District Sees Potential in Former Dalton Garage
DALTON, Mass. — The Dalton Garage would open the doors to so many possibilities, members of the Fire District said during a recent walk-through of the building. The district reconsidered the prospect of purchasing the former automotive garage, located at 385 Main St., across from the fire station, last month. The current fire station, located at 20 Flansburg Ave., is too small, especially with the addition of the ambulance service. The Water Department also needs more space.
One dead as storms cause devastation and leave thousands without power in upstate New York
Severe storms and at least four tornadoes ravaged New York state overnight, leaving a trail of destruction and killing at least one person, with hundreds of thousands of energy connections lost to downed power lines. Authorities confirmed that one person died in the village of Canastota in Madison County, west...
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