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Western Mass. town gets $10 million to convert abandoned mill buildings to riverfront park
The western Massachusetts town of Montague will receive nearly $10 million in state and federal funding to convert an abandoned mill into a riverfront park. The town is one of 13 Massachusetts communities receiving funding from the Environmental Protection Agency to clean up former industrial sites known as brownfields. EPA...
Photos: Green River Festival returns to Franklin County Fairgrounds
The Green River Festival was held from June 21-23 on the Franklin County Fairgrounds in Greenfield. The festival offered live music across four stages, as well as food and craft vendors, attracting people from all over the region and beyond. If you purchase a product or register for an account...
Aftermath of storm causes power outages, damage across Western Massachusetts
(WGGB/WSHM) - State officials have reported several power outages across Western Massachusetts. Aside from the outages there were multiple road closures from downed power lines and fallen trees. Over 14-hundred homes are still without power and at least three houses were damaged by falling trees in Williamsburg. One tree damaging...
Vermont continues to navigate storm damage, road closures
BURLINGTON, Vt. (WCAX) - Strong thunderstorms and wind rattled our region Tuesday evening, leaving destruction in their wake. Stamford’s Volunteer Fire Department posted on Facebook that a strong storm knocked trees into roads, broke telephone poles and left the whole town in the dark. They say Green Mountain Power...
Job Cuts in Massachusetts Soon: Company Lays Off 100 Workers Unexpectedly
WFCN – A state filing indicates that 100 people in Massachusetts will be laid off by an unexpected company by the beginning of September. According to a recent state filing, Yankee Candle Inc. will be shutting down its distribution center and offices in South Deerfield, Mass., on September 9th.
The Best School In Massachusetts Is The Oldest In America
Before you know it, class will be back in session. As you know anything Classic or Historical you will usually find here in the Baystate. We have the oldest bars, oldest restaurants, and even the oldest houses. We do have some rather historic schools as well that are ether torn...
Sunderland Town Administrator resigns; taking position with state
SUNDERLAND, MA (FRANKLIN COUNTY NOW) — Sunderland is losing its Town Administrator. Geoff Kravitz has announced he is leaving for a state job. Kravitz tendered his resignation this week and will work his last day in Sunderland on July 26. Kravitz addressed the Selectboard at its meeting this week,...
Wahconah High Senior Renovating School's Gazebo
DALTON, Mass. — Wahconah Regional High School senior Logan Kunde will be renovating the school's gazebo. The Central Berkshire Regional School Committee approved the initiative during its meeting in June. Kunde decided to renovate the high school's gazebo for his Eagle Scout Service Project. Planning and developing a service...
Tree falls into Palmer home, crews work to clear damages following severe thunderstorms
PALMER, Mass. (WGGB/WSHM) - Wednesday evening was a stormy one western Mass, with thunderstorms that brought with them high winds and heavy rain, leaving significant damage in their path. Maria: abbey: many of us experienced that heavy rain and thunderstorms first-hand today….but unfortunately for many, the storm didn’t come and...
Several road closures reported due to downed power lines, trees after storm
(WGGB/WSHM) - After a severe storm hits parts of Western Massachusetts, several counties are reporting road closures due to downed power lines and trees. Police and fire departments across Hampden, Hampshire, Franklin and Berkshire County are responding and some are even calling extra resources to assist. Officials also remind the...
Hadley Route 9 project finish expected in spring 2026
HADLEY — The $26.2 million project to widen Route 9 from the town center east to the intersection of North and South Maple streets remains on track to be completed by spring 2026. The expected finish date for the work on the state highway is April 2026, Billie Li,...
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.
Iconic buildings along the Detroit skyline could soon be gone
Windsor residents and business owners weigh in on reports that part of Detroit's iconic Renaissance Center may be demolished. Wendy Chouinard, an owner of Eastwood's Grill and Lounge, says if they go she hopes something better will take their place.
Hinsdale Community Dayz This Weekend
The Hinsdale Community Weekend will be held on July 19 - 21, 2024 in Hinsdale, MA at the Hinsdale Fire Department (located at 95 Maple Street) and surrounding areas. Admission is Free for All Events!. Friday, July 19th:. • Movie Night at the Wayne Walton Pavilion behind the Fire Department...
North Adams Council to Vote on Greylock School Project
NORTH ADAMS, Mass. — The City Council will take up a borrowing authorization for the $65 million Greylock School project at a special meeting on Monday. If it is approved, there will be a ballot vote for a debt exclusion in September for the city's $20 million portion of the cost.
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