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Montague Police warn of fake money circulating
The Montague Police Department has received reports the public of counterfeit currency circulating the area.
National Child Abuse Prevention Month starts Wednesday
April is being recognized as National Child Abuse Prevention Month and the Children’s Advocacy Center, along with the Northwestern District Attorney’s Office, raise the Children’s Memorial Flag with a white outline of a child to represent the empty space left behind by a child lost to abuse.
Belchertown man arraigned after allegedly shooting his wife in their home
The Belchertown man accused of fatally shooting his wife inside their home on Daniel Shays Highway on Friday evening
Preparation continues for Strathmore Mill demolition
During March, the Strathmore Mill Cleanup project made progress in preparing for permitting
‘No Kings’ protesters gather in Greenfield commons
On Saturday, hundreds came to demonstrate in Greenfield as one of over 3,000 nationwide “No Kings” protests held the same day.
Vehicle strikes pole in Bernardston Saturday
At approximately 7:30 p.m. Saturday evening a car struck a utility pole in the area of Depot and Dewey Streets in Bernardston.
Home saved in Orange fire
The structure was saved and no injuries were incurred in a Saturday house fire in Orange this weekend.
Brush fire destroys camper in Colrain
A brush fire was reported on Adamsville Road in Colrain Sunday.
ADA Steven Gagne named Prosecutor of the Year
Northwestern District Attorney David Sullivan announced Friday that First Assistant District Attorney Steven Gagne has been named the recipient of the 2026 William C. O’Malley Prosecutor of the Year Award
Gill Historical Commission looks to open public museum
The site of the former Four Winds School on the French King Highway in Gill is being considered by the Historical Commission as a potential public museum and meeting and event space.
Shutesbury, Warwick now Climate Leader Communities
Shutesbury and Warwick have become certified Climate Leader Communities by the Department of Energy Resources
Green River Festival performers impacted by international travel restrictions
Some performers will be missing from this year’s lineup at the 40th annual Green River Festival due to travel restrictions.
Greenfield Rec to host ‘Putt for a Purpose’
The Greenfield Recreation Department is preparing for this year’s fireworks with an indoor mini golf fundraiser.
4 days ago in National
A 14-year-old running for governor is the first teen to get on Vermont’s general election ballot
Looking back, gubernatorial candidate Dean Roy says his political ambitions started in the eighth grade. And by that he means, last year. After working as a legislative page at the Vermont Statehouse, the 14-year-old freshman at Stowe High School now has his sights set on the corner office.
4 days ago in Lifestyle
Having a conversation and creating best practices for your child’s social media use
In a pivotal moment that underscored how powerful and immersive social platforms can be for children and teens, a jury in California this week found both Meta and YouTube liable for mental health harms to kids using their services.
4 days ago in Sports, Trending
Tom Brady says he’s weighed coming out of retirement, but the NFL doesn’t like the idea
Tom Brady revealed in an interview released on Thursday that he considered coming out of retirement, but the National Football League wasn't particularly receptive to the idea.
4 days ago in National, Trending
Savannah Guthrie to return to ‘Today’ on April 6 after mother’s disappearance
After a two-month absence sparked by her 84-year-old mother's apparent abduction, Savannah Guthrie will return to NBC's "Today" show next month, saying in an interview that aired Friday "joy will be my protest."
5 days ago in Sports
Lewis Hamilton makes it clear he’s back in the F1 chase: ‘I’ve not lost what I had’
Lewis Hamilton is F1's most decorated driver. He's won the most races (105), claimed the most poles (104) and has been on the podium 207 times. And the British driver is tied at seven with Michael Schumacher for world championships.
5 days ago in Sports
March Madness meets the iPad era: How coaches’ challenges are changing the game
Florida's Boogie Fland was driving to the basket with 1:10 remaining and a three-point lead over Iowa when Hawkeyes forward Cooper Koch stepped into the lane, swatted at the ball and it sailed out of bounds. Officials ruled it Florida's ball.
