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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.
Library Project Gets Past Historical Review with a Little Help from Its Friends
Amherst Historical Commission Nixes Asphalt Roof, Window Repairs. Amidst complaints that they were ignoring advice from the Massachusetts Historical Commission (MHC), the Amherst Historical Commission (AHC) voted 3-1 to declare that recent cost-saving cuts to the design of the Jones Library Demolition-Renovation-Expansion “meet the [Town-Library] Preservation Restriction standards and comply with the Secretary of the Interior standards.”
Photos of the Week: A Gallery of Amherst’s Decaying Infrastructure
At the suggestion of Janet McGowan who sent in the first photos, we have compiled this gallery of photos depicting instances of decaying infrastructure in Amherst. We received many photos of potholes and decaying roadway from around town. They exhibit an interesting variety of form, depth, and obstruction but we have selected just a few to share here.
FDU-Florham Volleyball Falls to UMASS Dartmouth in Season Opener
The FDU-Florham volleyball team opened their 2024 season with a loss to UMASS Dartmouth, falling 3-0 during the Montclair State Quad-Match. Key players included Lilli Nawrotzki, who recorded 15 assists, and Genevieve Fitch, who led the team with six kills. The Corsairs dominated offensively, with Kate Wade and Olivia Suetter combining for 30 of their 48 total kills.
ZBA Gets Legal Advice on Solar Permitting
Report on the Meeting of the Zoning Board of Appeals, August 22, 2024, Part 1. This meeting was held over Zoom and was recorded. Steve Judge (Chair), Everald Henry, Craig Meadows, David Sloviter, and Philip White. Associat members: David Ahlfield, Hilda Greenbaum, and John Varner. Staff: Jacinta Williams (Planner), Rob...
Men's Soccer Tie Against Framingham State, 3-3, in Season Home Opener
DARTMOUTH, Mass. – The UMass Dartmouth men's soccer team opened their 2024 season at home with a tie, 3-3, against Framingham State on Friday afternoon during non-conference action at Cressy Field. Head coach Andrew Schaefer, entering his first season at the helm, begins the year 0-1-0 for the Corsairs.
‘Trailblazer’ of local broadcasting, Barbara Bernard of Holyoke, dies at 97
HOLYOKE — When people read Barbara C. Bernard’s name in the newspaper, they knew she would have something important to say. They paid close attention — thousands of devoted readers drawn in to her opinion columns for three decades in The Republican. They are now mourning her...
‘Sip and Slide’ event held at The Big E
WEST SPRINGFIELD, Mass. (WGGB/WSHM) - In West Springfield, a Sip and Slide fundraiser at The Big E fairgrounds took place to support the Eastern States Exposition’s agricultural program for youth. Attendees were able to take unlimited rides on the Rocky’s Ace Hardware Giant Slide, enjoy live music, and sip...
High School Huddle: Week 1- Play of the Night
The first Friday night high school football games of the season, are now complete, but it is never complete without out Play of the Night. That honor belongs to Brattleboro’s Jack Cady, who returns the opening kickoff of the game, for the Bears, back the other way for the team’s first touchdown of the season. […]
Owls Survive Raiders Scare Thanks to Two Late Lubunga Goals
KEENE, N.H. – The Keene State College men's soccer team kicked off their 2024 season by hosting Rivier University at Dr. Ron Butcher Field on Friday afternoon. In the back-and-forth game, a pair of late goals from Keene State freshman, Martin Lubunga, helped pull KSC to even and end the day with the 3-3 draw after the 90 minutes of play.
Man suffers traumatic injuries in Granite Gorge mountain bike crash
KEENE, N.H. (MyKeeneNow) – One man was seriously injured in a mountain bike crash late Friday afternoon. First responders with the Keene Fire Department responded to Granite Gorge Mountain Park around 5 pm Friday where a news release says the man crashed following a jump on the Reptar Trail.
Owls Coast to Season Opening Win
KEENE, N.H. – The Keene State College women’s soccer team kicked off their 2024 season by hosting Rivier University on Friday night under the lights at Dr. Ron Butcher Field. After jumping out to a 2-0 lead in the first half, the Owls cruised to a 3-1 win over the Raiders to secure the opening night win. Records Keene State: 1-0 Rivier: 0-1 How it Happened Rivier opened game in control, as they had the first opportunity to score, 2:38 into the contest, but Riley Andriski held her ground in net by saving a shot from Emily Harper to keep…
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