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Williamstown Theatre Festival presents "Pamela Palmer" by David Ives
David Ives puts a noir spin on an existential romance in this world premiere play. Pamela Palmer lives a seemingly perfect life with her husband at Wishwood but has a bizarre suspicion something’s wrong, only for them both to become entangled with the detective she hires to investigate. The...
Upcoming shows at Adams Theatre
The Adams Theater in Adams, Massachusetts features an eclectic and diverse program of music, dance, theatre, comedy, and multimedia arts from local luminaries to international talents. The organization is presenting a full menu of entertainment this summer and into the fall. Artistic Director and President of Adams Theatre Yina Moore joins us.
Chester orders customers to boil tap water, starts distributing bottles
CHESTER — The town of Chester started distributing bottled water to customers of its tiny municipal water utility Friday morning after issuing a boil water order. “Our biggest problem as a small town is, there are not many of us,” said Chester town administrator, who is the former Westfield mayor and legislator Donald F. Humason Jr.
Weekend Outlook: Circus, Festivals, and More
There are a variety of events this weekend, including a festival, circus, live music, and more. See a list of Farmer's Markets here. Time: Saturday, 5 to 8 p.m. The town's free second annual Summer Festival returns this Saturday. The event will feature live music, kids' entertainment, including magic shows,...
2 arrested following federal investigation at Springfield building
SPRINGFIELD, MA (WGGB/WSHM) – Authorities have released new information related to an investigation at a Springfield apartment building. The U.S. Attorney’s Office in Vermont said that 20-year-old Hussein Iman of Springfield and 37-year-old Joseph Cadorette II of Williamstown, VT are facing charges of conspiracy to distribute and distribution of fentanyl and cocaine base.
Time to Hit the Eagle Street Beach
NORTH ADAMS, Mass. — Historic Eagle Street will be covered with sand on Saturday afternoon for the 24th annual Eagle Street Beach Party. Founded by artist Eric Rudd in 1999 as an annual community sculpture, the beach party is sponsored by Rudd's Berkshire Art Museum and the city of North Adams.
Single family residence sells for $1.3 million in Longmeadow
A spacious house located at 168 Merriweather Drive in Longmeadow has new owners. The 2,889-square-foot property, built in 1960, was sold on July 1, 2024, for $1,300,000, or $450 per square foot. The layout of this single-story home consists of three bedrooms and four baths. On the exterior, the house is characterized by a gable roof design, featuring roofing made of asphalt. Inside, a fireplace adds character to the home. The property is equipped with forced air heating and a cooling system. Additionally, the house comes with a garage. The lot of the property is substantial, measuring 3.2-acre.
Massachusetts Hockey Completes 2024-25 Roster With Addition Of Transfer Lucas Olvestad
AMHERST, Mass. - The University of Massachusetts has added 6-1 185-pound left-shot defenseman Lucas Olvestad to its roster as a transfer from the University of Denver, head coach Greg Carvel announced on Thursday. Olvestad, a native of Stockholm, Sweden is the second transfer and 10th new addition for the Minutemen overall this offseason, which completes the 2024-25 roster.
RHONY’s Jill Zarin Says Late Husband Bobby Is ‘Guiding Me a Lot Recently’
Jill Zarin can still feel late husband Bobby Zarin's presence everywhere she goes. "Bobby is totally here," the Real Housewives of New York City alum, 60, exclusively told Us Weekly at her Mend Skincare Presents: Jill Zarin’s Luxury Luncheon in Southampton, New York, on Saturday, July 20. "He's been guiding me a lot recently in […]
Digging Deep With Denise: Visiting With Craig Lutz
“Digging Deep With Denise” is a semi-regular question and answer feature with local racers and racing personalities produced by RaceDayCT’s Denise DuPont. On Saturday the NASCAR Whelen Modified Tour raced at Monadnock Speedway, a paved one-quarter-mile oval track in Winchester, N.H. Twenty-one teams were on hand to compete in the 250-lap feature event. Craig Lutz of Miller Place, NY, qualified fourth and with the luck of the draw started on the pole. Lutz held off the hard chargers for 99 laps until reigning series champion Ron Silk passed him for the lead. Lutz was in the top five with 40 laps remaining and then the car was off its mark. Lutz raced hard and brought home a 12th place finish.
Power outages reported in Greenfield Tuesday
GREENFIELD, MA (FRANKLIN COUNTY NOW) — A number of Greenfield residents experienced power outages Tuesday evening in the area of Silver Street, Lunt Drive, and Green River Road. Witnesses reported power lines down on Country Club Road. Franklin County Now will provide updates when more information on the outage becomes available.
Four GCC staff, faculty members granted Emeritus Status
GREENFIELD, MA (FRANKLIN COUNTY NOW) — Four faculty and staff members at Greenfield Community College have been granted Emeritus Status this summer; Norman Beebe, Charlotte Gifford, Teresa Jones and Paul Lindale. All four have demonstrated initiative, passion, and commitment to the college through their exceptional service and enduring impact on the institution.
10 Ineligible Items For Mass. Tax Free Weekend Aug. 10 & 11
Tax free weekend is Massachusetts is a great way to save money. Tax free weekend is coming up soon and will be held on Aug. 10 and 11. Lots of people wait to purchase those bigger items so they can save the most they can on state tax. August 10...
Mass. State Lottery winner: Stop & Shop sells $100,000 ticket
A lottery player won $100,000 on Tuesday from a ticket they bought at a Stop & Shop grocery store in Massachusetts. The $100,000 prize was from the daily “Mass Cash” drawing. The winning numbers from the July 23 drawing were 2, 3, 10, 17, 35. The winning $100,000...
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