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OSHA regulations could overwhelm local fire departments
GREENFIELD, MA (FRANKLIN COUNTY NOW) — New proposed federal Occupational Safety and Health Association, OSHA, regulations for fire departments could put undue financial and staffing burdens on small towns. OSHA is proposing moving from medical exams at hiring, to requiring twice yearly exams as well as weekly inspections of...
Make-A-Wish Massachusetts and Rhode Island gives dream treehouse to local girl
SPRINGFIELD, Mass. (WGGB/WSHM) - For decades, Make-A-Wish Massachusetts and Rhode Island has been making dreams come true for sick children and their families, and today, the organization granting one local girl’s wish. Hope Jerginsen, 9, was born with cystic fibrosis, a rare genetic disease that targets the lungs, pancreas,...
Jimmy Buffett Draws Massachusetts Cheers a Year After His Death
It was a tribute fit for a pirate. Or a parrot. Zac Brown Band and Kenny Chesney remembered their friend Jimmy Buffett during the second of three sold-out weekend shows at Gillette Stadium on August 24, leading the crowd in a poignant performance of "Come Monday." It just made sense.
What’s Happening in Amherst?
SINGLE DAY EVENTS (more or less) SATURDAY AUGUST 31: TUTTI—A YOUTH CONCERT SERIES. 2:30 to 3:30 p.m., Atrium of the Jones Library, 43 Amity Street.Tutti is a youth concert series to benefit the Jones Library Capital Campaign. Performers of all ages and levels are welcome! Suggested donation of $5 for seniors and students; $10 for adults. Learn more and register to perform here.
Man arrested for spree of thefts from house lawns in Westfield, Southwick
WESTFIELD — Acting on a tip, officers with the Westfield Police Department executed a search warrant this week at the residence of a man suspected of stealing dozens of lawn decorations and sports equipment from homes in the city and in Southwick. After officers searched the home of Christopher...
Adam Gray Gets Third Late Model Win Of 2024 At Stafford; Fiery Wreck Punctuates Event
STAFFORD – Adam Gray marched to the front early and then cruised to his third victory of the season in the 30-lap Late Model feature Friday at Stafford. It was the 36th career victory in the division for the four-time division champion. “We were definitely on a mission tonight,”...
Popular NJ supermarket will stop selling cigarettes
🚬 A popular grocery chain will stop selling tobacco products permanently. 🚬 The goal is to help customers and staff make better health choices. As of Aug. 31, Stop & Shop will stop selling all cigarettes and tobacco products at its 360 stores. The grocery chain announced it...
Massachusetts Native Megan Khang Representing Home State Well at FM Championship
NORTON, Mass. — Megan Khang is making Massachusetts proud through two rounds at the FM Championship. The 2023 CPKC Women’s Open champion, who hails from Rockland, Mass., carded a 2-under 70 to kick off the week in her home state, making one bogey and three birdies on what was a challenging Thursday at TPC Boston. She then battled her way to a 1-under 71 on Friday, toughing out a rollercoaster round to ultimately sit in a tie for 12th at 3-under overall, 10 shots back of 36-hole leader Haeran Ryu before the start of round three.
Insects, Mold, Algae, Blood Linked to Boar’s Head Meat Listeria Outbreak in Massachusetts
This is such major news because we're talking about one of the most popular, top-tier meats out there. Whether you buy it at your grocery store meat counter or have a favorite sandwich shop or deli that uses it, now is the time for vigilance. There's a listeriosis outbreak involving...
Berkshire region real estate sales
10 Godek Street: James Roy and Laurie Roy of Adams to Ronald Rice, $123,500 on 08/16/2024. 10 Liberty Street: Gabrielle Emery of Adams to Nestor Guardado, $200,000 on 08/12/2024. 13 Leonard Street: John Fish of Adams to Olof Szczesny, $135,000 on 08/12/2024. 56 Alger Street: Alend M. Baugh-Zelazoo of Adams...
Batteries Banned In Massachusetts, Here’s What We Know
With the world going all electric, it was only a matter of time this would cause issues in the long run. By now you've seen on the news about electric vehicles catching fire due to the batteries inside them. Does this mean it's time to ban batteries all together?. RELATED:...
Ahead of the GOP primary, meet the candidates hoping to challenge Elizabeth Warren
Either Robert Antonellis, Ian Cain, or John Deaton will claim victory in the Republican primary on Sept. 3. Which Republican will challenge incumbent Sen. Elizabeth Warren in November? That’s the question that will be answered on Sept. 3, when engineer Robert Antonellis, Quincy City Council President Ian Cain, and lawyer and cryptocurrency advocate John Deaton face off in the Republican primary. Warren is running unopposed on the Democratic ticket.
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In Harvard’s Backyard, A State Representative Fights For Her Political Life
State Rep. Marjorie C. Decker, pictured in 2018, is battling to keep her seat against a left-wing primary challenger. By Amanda Y. Su. Minutes before she was slated to speak at a candidate forum hosted by the Cambridge Democratic Party Thursday evening, incumbent Massachusetts State Rep. Marjorie C. Decker listened as the crowd, bearing campaign signs and t-shirts, chanted her name in roaring waves.
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