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Springfield receives $20 million federal grant for environmental programs
Springfield, Massachusetts, is receiving just under $20 million as one of a handful of U.S. cities to be awarded a federal grant aimed at helping communities identified as disadvantaged. The Environmental and Climate Justice Community Change Grant Program was created under the Inflation Reduction Act to help local governments deal...
Health care workers call on state to keep Nashoba Valley from closing
DEVENS - Health care workers and staff from Nashoba Valley Medical Center attended a meeting Thursday where they called on Massachusetts to do something to keep the hospital from closing.Calling on state to keep hospital openOn August 31, Nashoba Valley will close, along with Carney Hospital in Dorchester. It's a day that comes earlier than expected, and a day that feels inevitable for caregivers and local lawmakers who are trying to stop it."The Department of Public Health does not have the ability, nor the authority, to prevent or deny closure of this hospital," said Massachusetts Department of Public Health Commissioner...
Massachusetts woman has no plans on moving after hitting $1 million State Lottery prize
A Massachusetts woman is staying put after winning big money on a scratch ticket. According to the Massachusetts State Lottery, Donna Balut of New Bedford has won a $1 million prize in the Massachusetts State Lottery’s “$2,000,000 50X Cashword” $10 instant ticket game. Balut opted to receive...
Cucumbers Cause of Latest Outbreak in Massachusetts
Massachusetts is a wonderful state to live, work, and visit. From its picturesque Berkshire mountains to the stunning city skyline of Boston, and out to the sandy beaches of Cape Cod, there is something for everyone. Aside from its natural beauty, quality of life in Massachusetts also scores high on...
Greenfield plans to switch to all-electric city vehicles
GREENFIELD, MA (FRANKLIN COUNTY NOW) — At Tuesday’s Economic Development Committee meeting, Energy and Sustainability Director Carole Collins shared plans to take the city’s entire vehicle fleet electric, over 100 vehicles. The city has purchased an electric Chevy Blazer for the building inspector, and Collins shared that...
Greenfield hires new accountant, interim Procurement Officer
GREENFIELD, MA (FRANKLIN COUNTY NOW) — Greenfield Mayor Ginny Desorgher announced Tuesday that the city will be filling the Procurement officer position with Phil Wartel returning to the role the week of August 26th on an interim basis as the city completes interviews to fill the position. Additionally, current Human Resources staff member Katherine Cabrera-Veloz will be transitioning to the Accountant position and will work with Lynn Nenni, a certified Public Accountant, in her transition to the new position.
Berkshire Health Systems says new harm reduction vending machine in North Adams is first of its kind in Massachusetts
A vending machine that dispenses harm reduction supplies has been installed in North Adams, Massachusetts. Berkshire Health Systems, the county’s largest healthcare provider, announced Tuesday that the machine is officially up and running at the Berkshire Harm Reduction office at 6 West Main Street. Clients who have been furnished with a code will be able to access clean syringes, alcohol wipes, fentanyl test strips, Narcan, and other materials aimed at preventing the spread of disease and reducing the chance of overdose deaths 24 hours a day, seven days a week. The machine – which comes from the Massachusetts Department of Public Health – also provides emergency contraception, pregnancy tests, and other sexual wellness products. Berkshire Harm Reduction program manager Sarah DeJesus tells WAMC that the device is the first of its kind in Massachusetts.
Single-family house in Wilbraham sells for $1.2 million
A 5,687-square-foot house built in 1955 has changed hands. The spacious property located at 659 Ridge Road in Wilbraham was sold on July 26, 2024. The $1,175,000 purchase price works out to $207 per square foot. This two-story house offers a roomy layout with six bedrooms and six baths. On the exterior, the home features a gable roof design constructed with wood shake roofing / shingles. The property is equipped with hot water heating and a cooling system. In addition, the home includes a garage. Situated on a spacious 2.0-acre lot, the property offers ample outdoor space.
Lenox loosens town manager residency restrictions
Lenox — By a large voice vote on Tuesday, August 13, Lenox citizens approved amending a 1991 town bylaw to allow county residents to be selected for its open town manager position as opposed to mandating that those applicants live in Lenox or reside in the town within a year of employment.
Winchester Police warn of paving scam
WINCHESTER, N.H. (MyKeeneNow) – Police in Winchester are warning residents of an asphalt scam making the rounds in the community. Police said they are aware that a truck is in town claiming to be from an asphalt paving company, and the driver is soliciting business door-to-door, offering to pave your driveway with leftover asphalt from other jobs in the area at a discounted rate.
Winchester man arrested for soliciting a minor online
WINCHESTER, N.H. (MyKeeneNow) – A Winchester resident is facing serious charges following allegations of inappropriate online interactions with a minor. New Hampshire State Police arrested 47-year-old Travus S. Barnes Tuesday after a warrant was issued in connection with the investigation. Barnes, who has a prior conviction for sexual assault in 2014, is a registered sex offender in the state.
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