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Feds propose high heat work standards
The federal government on Tuesday proposed the first national safety standard meant to keep workers safe from excessive heat in the workplace and made $1 billion available to hundreds of projects -- including 30 in Massachusetts -- that try to mitigate climate threats including extreme heat. The federal action comes...
Only 1 state in the US completely bans consumer fireworks
Firework laws are always a bit confusing for Americans ahead of the Fourth of July. Are you allowed to set them off? What kinds of fireworks can you legally purchase? It's a state-by-state mess that nobody seems to understand.
Iaciofano Takes 17th at AJGA’s FM Global Championship
Rhode Island’s Joey Iaciofano finished in a tie for 17th at the AJGA’s FM Global Championship this week at Chicopee Country Club in Massachusetts. Iaciofano finished two-over par for the week with rounds of 74, 71 and 70. Next up, he will be at Warwick Country Club for...
Springfield celebrates July 4th with star-spangled event
One of Massachusetts' largest fireworks displays was held Thursday night in Springfield. The Connecticut River was once again lit up red, white, blue, and a number of other colors as the Star Spangled Springfield fireworks show got underway. For more than three decades, the private, non-profit Spirit of Springfield corporation...
Brimfield Flea Market: Are July temps really ‘too hot’? Here’s a look through the years.
Every year, tens of thousands of curious shoppers flock to Brimfield to explore “America’s oldest outdoor antiques flea market,” according to Brimfieldantiquefleamarket.com. Brimfield, a town with a population of less than 4,000 people, draws in an estimated 50,000 visitors for its world-famous antique markets. There are three...
Police Investigate South End Springfield Murder
Springfield Police say a woman is dead and two men were hurt in an early morning shooting in the South End. Police say one suspect was taken into custody a short time later. A spokesman called to the area around Niagara Street right around 1AM Friday. Police found a woman...
Police clear trespassers from Green River in Colrain
COLRAIN, MA (FRANKLIN COUNTY NOW) — Several vehicles were towed and 11 citations for trespassing were issued as a result of activity along the Green River in Colrain. Police were called to the scene on South Green River Road shortly before 3:00 p.m. on Thursday for multiple complaints of people parked illegally and trespassing through private property to access the river.
Lee takes action following no response by General Electric in critical lawsuit juncture; company now agrees to comply
Lee — Following General Electric Company’s (GE) alleged failure to timely respond to actions filed by Lee Town Counsel Cristobal Bonifaz, the court had considered action that would possibly give the municipality a leg up in its federal case focused on the conglomerate and Monsanto entities. After procedural jockeying, however, the company agreed to respond to Lee’s allegations amid Bonifaz’s filing.
Weekend Outlook: First Fridays, a Festival, and More
There are a variety of events this weekend, including a festival, ice cream train rides, First Fridays, and more. The Mill Town Foundation will be having a free, family-friendly event featuring live music, dance, art-making, over 40 vendors, a bounce house, and more. More information here. Multiple Days. Ice Cream...
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