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Quick-Thinking Driver and Massachusetts State Trooper Save Desperate Hawk
There's so much bad news, so when something heartwarming happens, it's nice to share it with the public. That's what the Massachusetts State Police did on their Instagram this week. A truck driver had called about an injured hawk on the side of the highway near Northampton, Massachusetts. The man...
Governor Healey signs bill to help protect firefighters from equipment containing PFAS
A new law looks to change how forever chemicals are used in firefighting gear. At a signing ceremony on Beacon Hill on Thursday Governor Maura Healey signed a bill into law meant to protect firefighters from harmful PFAS in their equipment which have been linked to higher rates of cancer.
Mass. Olympic heroes take late-night TV by storm
The Olympics may no longer be live on TV, but Massachusetts' contingent of Olympians are still getting plenty of media attention — even late at night. Northampton native and Harvard graduate Gabby Thomas and Worcester's Stephen Nedoroscik got the late-night spotlight, appearing on "Watch What Happens Live With Andy Cohen" Wednesday.
Massachusetts lawyer group demands school districts stop denying migrant children the right to attend school
Saugus, Mass. – Pushing back against what they say is a recent wave of school districts seeking to illegally deny migrant children the right to attend school, Lawyers for Civil Rights and Massachusetts Advocates for Children today demanded that Saugus Public Schools immediately revise its Student Admissions Policy. They believe that the policy, adopted in August 2023, imposes overly stringent residency and proof-of-identity requirements and impermissibly denies admission to children of families who have not filled out the Town Census.
Traffic Alert: New England Run for the Fallen to pass through local towns today
(MyKeeneNow) – Residents of Chesterfield, Spofford, Keene, and Antrim should be aware of potential traffic delays tomorrow, Friday, August 16th, as the New England Run for the Fallen makes its way through these towns. The event, which pays tribute to fallen military service members and first responders, will see participants running through various routes in the area.
DNC scheduling coincidence gifts governor hopeful her dream job for a day
The Democratic National Convention will throw at least one state’s executive branch into disorganization as high-ranking state Democrats flock to Chicago. It could be of little surprise that the one state, Massachusetts, which has a Democratic trifecta and is a party stronghold, would be heavily affected by the party’s extravaganza. State Auditor Diana DiZoglio, fifth in the […]
Pelham Community Preservation Committee Approves $99K for Track and Field
The Pelham Community Preservation Committee (CPC) voted favorably (5-1) at their meeting on August 15, to authorize an additional $99,000 for the high school track and field project that will replace the existing facility with a reoriented (North-South) eight lane track with grass interior field. If approved at their Town Meeting in October, this will bring Pelham’s Community Preservation contribution to $110,500.
Mass Cash Prize bought in Holyoke set to expire
HOLYOKE, Mass. (WGGB/WSHM) - A 100-thousand-dollar Mass. Cash prize bought in Holyoke is about to expire. The ticket was bought at A&A Gas Express on 820 High Street on September 4th, 2023. The winning numbers are 1-15-22-27-32. If this is your ticket it can be claimed at the Lottery Claim...
MassEducate Opens Up Free Community College to Everyone
And he’s not alone among the region’s community-college presidents in lauding the potential of MassEducate, a state-funded program that makes community college free for everyone who meets enrollment requirements and does not yet have a bachelor’s degree. MassReconnect, which the state launched last summer to fully fund...
The First Snowfall in Massachusetts Will Happen This Fall?
While it still may be summer, people are already thinking about the change of seasons. The cool crisp air of fall will be rolling in which means sweaters and long pants will take center stage for our outdoor adventures. In Massachusetts, weather can change on a dime and New Englanders are particularly familiar with seeing snow before the actual winter season kicks in. I rarely put my seasonal clothes away as weather conditions can be so sporadic.
Four towns discuss regionalizing fire departments
SHUTESBURY, MA (FRANKLIN COUNTY NOW) — The discussion continues on the regionalization of fire departments in Leverett, Shutesbury, New Salem, and Wendell as staffing challenges go on. This week, the Shutesbury Select Board voted unanimously to apply for a grant to continue the study of the four departments and make recommendations.
'It continues to mutate': Parts of Massachusetts seeing COVID-19 case rise
WORCESTER, Mass. - Dr. Michael Hirsh says COVID-19 isn't going away anytime soon. In fact, as the virus continues to mutate, Hirsh says it looks to be a permanent fixture like the flu. "Their mission is to spread widely, but not necessarily make us so sick," Hirsh said. One such...
Massachusetts Is in the Heart of Peach-Picking Season
When you think of crops grown in Massachusetts, you might think of corn, cranberries, pumpkins and apples – but don't forget peaches. Strawberries and blueberries are also plentiful in Massachusetts during the summer months. The peach season typically runs from mid-July to September in Massachusetts but can vary by...
These Massachusetts beaches are closed as of Aug. 15
Before hitting the beach this weekend, check out this list of closed waterfronts. Summer may be winding down, but there is still time to hit the beach! Just make sure you visit an open one. These 48 beaches across Massachusetts are closed as of Aug. 15 due to bacteria concerns.
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