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Coastal Team ‘spikes’ gold at Bay State Games
After three years of just barely missing the mark, Jimmy Oliveira, head coach of the Coastal Region volleyball team, and his assistant coach Ryan Grace oversaw the win of their first gold at the Bay State Games over the July 13 weekend. The Bay State Games are organized by the...
The Circus Arts Conservatory makes first trip to Berkshire County
LENOX, Mass. – Juggling, balancing and other fun acts are being performed at Duffin Theater. The Circus Arts Conservatory is bringing the circus to Berkshire County. This will be the first time they will be in Bekrshire County. The Circus Arts Conservatory aims to continue the legacy of the...
Springfield's Bass Pond, Others Closed To Swimming
A number of beaches across Massachusetts are closed today. According to the state's public water quality dashboard, at least 32 beaches, lakes and ponds statewide are off limits. They include popular locations on Cape Cod and the Islands. The majority of them are closed due to high bacteria levels. The...
Checks Issued by Amherst that Have Not Been Cashed and are Deemed Abandoned
Each year the Treasurer of the Town of Amherst publishes a listing of unclaimed checks that have been issued by the Town. Please refer to the "List of Names" document linked at the end of this announcement. MASS GENERAL LAW CHAPTER 200A SECION 5: Subject to the provision of section...
Coding Week at the Milne Library!
For 5th-8th graders who want to learn about computers and code! The first day will be a general introduction to code and computers, and the rest of the week will be split up into two interactive projects. It is not necessary to sign up for all events; sign up for any combination of events! For example, you do not have to sign up for the intro session to participate in either of the projects, and the projects build on different concepts, so attending one is not required for attending the other.
Producing Superb Final Season for Williams Men’s Lax, PDS Alum Caputo Enjoyed Some Highlight Moments
SHOOTING STAR: Cal Caputo looks to unload the ball in action this spring during his senior season for the Williams College men’s lacrosse team. Former Princeton Day school standout Caputo led Williams in scoring this spring, tallying 61 points on 44 goals and 17 assists as the Ephs went 9-7. Star attacker Caputo totaled 161 points over his college career as he scored 120 goals with 41 assists. (Photo by Shiv Patel, provided courtesy of Williams College Athletics)
Massachusetts Athletics Mourns Passing of Former Athletics Director Bob Marcum
AMHERST, Mass. – Massachusetts Athletics mourns the passing of longtime former Director of Athletics Bob Marcum, who passed away on Tuesday, July 23 at the age of 87. Marcum served as Director of Athletics for the University of Massachusetts from 1993-2002, overseeing a stretch of great success for the Minutemen and Minutewomen. During that decade long run, the men's basketball team won four Atlantic 10 Championships (1993-96) and earned six consecutive NCAA Tournament berths (1993-98) under head coach John Calipari.
Environmental Conservation Postdoc Awarded AAUW Fellowship to Study Sharks and Sea Turtles in St. Croix
Grace Casselberry, postdoctoral research associate in the Department of Environmental Conservation (ECo), was recently awarded the American Postdoctoral Research Leave Fellowship from the American Association of University Women (AAUW) to support her work in assessing the predator-prey dynamics of tiger sharks and four sea turtle species in St. Croix, U.S. Virgin Islands (USVI).
Dalton Public Safety Facility Advisory Committee Discusses Next Steps
DALTON, Mass. — The town's Public Safety Facility Advisory Committee held its first meeting on last Wednesday. The committee voted to have two co-chairs and elected Don Davis and Craig Wilbur for the positions. The committee will be examining all the options for a new police station or combined...
GoFundMe started for family of child who died at Benedict Pond
Pittsfield and Great Barrington — A GoFundMe campaign has been started for the family of EarlGiver Essien. On July 17, the 13-year-old was found unresponsive at Benedict Pond and, while lifesaving efforts including CPR were performed by several bystanders and doctors at Fairview Hospital, the child was pronounced dead at the hospital.
Chicopee crews working to repair water main break
CHICOPEE, Mass. (WGGB/WSHM) - Emergency crews in Chicopee are responding to a water main break on Tuesday night. According to the Chicopee Police Department, they have received reports of a water main break in the Doverbrook area. Officials said the Department of Public Works is on scene and are working...
Two Chicopee schools given reports after observations
CHICOPEE — Assistant Superintendent of Instruction and Accountability Jennifer Bellville met with the School Committee at its July 10 meeting to discuss an update regarding things going on within her office and the district. Chicopee High School and Chicopee Comprehensive High School were both chosen by the Department of...
PHOTO CONTEST: Calling all wizards and witches — Submit your most magical shots of Keene Wizarding Week
KEENE, N.H. (MyKeeneNow) Attention all Keene Wizarding Week fans! Dust off your cameras and ready your wands—it’s time to capture the magic of the wizarding world. Monadnock Media Group and My Keene Now is thrilled to announce the very first Keene Wizarding Week Photo Contest, an exciting opportunity for fans to showcase their creativity and love for the witch/wizarding universe.
COVID-19 levels surge in Keene’s wastewater amid statewide monitoring efforts
KEENE, N.H. (MyKeeneNow) – Recent findings indicate that the Keene wastewater treatment facility is registering some of the highest COVID-19 concentrations in New Hampshire. This development mirrors a national trend, as over half of U.S. states are detecting increased virus levels in wastewater, per the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). The N.H. Department of Health and Human Services launched a wastewater monitoring program in late 2022, encompassing 14 treatment facilities across the state, including Keene, to provide early warnings of potential COVID-19 surges.
Keene SwampBats Drop Doubleheader at Vineyard
The Martha’s Vineyard Sharks swept the SwampBats 7-3 and 2-1 in a pair of seven inning games. In game one, Martha’s Vineyard batted first as the provisional road team for a rescheduled game. The Sharks hit three singles in a row to start the game and plate one run. A fielder’s choice doubled the lead as the SwampBats recorded their first out. Pitcher Ben Shenosky (Penn State) settled in after that, retiring seven of the next eight batters through the third. Bryce Molinaro (Penn State) led off the bottom of the third with a single through the left side. As JD Jones (Rutgers) got ready for a 3-2 pitch, Molinaro took off from first. Jones laced a base hit to right-center, and Molinaro chugged all the way around third to dive home safely on the single. Joe Jaconski (Penn State) scored Jones with a monster double to the wall in left-center, and then came home on a David Mendez (Vanderbilt) single up the middle which gave the SwampBats a 3-2 lead. The Sharks tied it with a solo home run in the top of the fourth, but Shenosky got the next three outs quickly, finishing his four-strikeout outing by picking off a runner at first base.
Governor Healey Appoints Five Members to Framingham State’s BOT
FRAMINGHAM – Framingham State University is excited to announce the recent appointments of five new members to the Framingham State University Board of Trustees by Governor Maura Healey. They are:. Cherie Comeau – Director of Talent Development at Consigli Construction Co., Inc. and Owner of CC Leadership Solutions, LLC....
800 acres in Barre to be protected from development
BARRE — Conservation groups have protected more than 800 acres of land in Barre known as the Hawes Hill Conservation Corridor through permanent conservation restrictions. In a news release, conservation groups said the land will provide wildlife habitat, maintain access to clean drinking water, promote climate resilience, support local farms, and connect...
Classic cars come to the Elks
It was a banner day for classic car fans on Saturday, July 20, as coups, clunkers and Chevys rolled into the parking lot of the Wareham-New Bedford Elks lodge. The car show was held to support Clean Agawam Mill Pond, a non-profit that keeps the pond clean and clear of plant matter. This is the second year the group has held a car show.
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