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4 hours ago in Corinne Fitzgerald, , Real Estate Expert
What Makes a Home Net Zero? And Why Does It Matter in Real Estate? | Corinne Fitzgerald
Energy efficiency is becoming a growing priority for homeowners and prospective buyers alike, as rising energy costs prompt more people to seek ways to lower monthly expenses and improve their homes. Following our recent discussion on owned versus leased solar panels and their impact on property values, we’re exploring another important question: What makes a home truly net zero?
8 hours ago in Lifestyle
A language of belonging: Advice for learning the mother tongue of your ancestors
Losing a tangible connection to your family's ancestral homeland can bring unexpected sorrow, whether through the death of an older relative, the sale of a property passed down for generations gets sold or the destruction a handful of surviving heirlooms.
9 hours ago in Sports, Trending
PWHL expansion teams get names: Detroit Clutch, San Jose Sea Lions, Vegas Vanguards, Hamilton Havoc
The Professional Women's Hockey League's four new expansion teams finally have nicknames and logos to accompany them in preparing to make their on-ice debuts next month.
1 day ago in Sports
NASCAR’s 2026 season defined by two Kyles: Larson’s playoff surge and Busch’s shocking death
NASCAR's championship weekend started with another Kyle Busch remembrance and ended with another Kyle Larson celebration. The Cup Series drivers will be linked forever.
1 day ago in Entertainment, Trending
‘Grand Theft Auto VI’ is almost here. What to know about the characters, music and billions at stake
"Grand Theft Auto" has never been much for following the rules. Nearly three decades after a video game built around stealing cars, outrunning police and embracing criminal mayhem first arrived, the franchise has survived controversy, transformed open-world gaming and become one of the biggest sellers in entertainment.
Leverett EMTs respond quickly to resident while waiting for Hadley ambulance
LEVERETT, MA (FRANKLIN COUNTY NOW) — Leverett Fire Department’s off duty EMTs responded within eight minutes to a resident reporting…
The Farm Table listed for $1.95M
BERNARDSTON, MA (FRANKLIN COUNTY NOW) — The Farm Table restaurant in the Kringle Candle complex is up for sale with…
Two conservation trusts protecting over 200 acres in Shutesbury
SHUTESBURY, MA (FRANKLIN COUNTY NOW) — A conservation partnership has resulted in over 200 acres of forest being permanently protected…
One injured in Warwick car accident
WARWICK, MA (FRANKLIN COUNTY NOW) — A motor vehicle accident on Winchester Road in Warwick resulted in one patient being…
Florence man convicted in 2024 shooting of wife
FLORENCE, MA (FRANKLIN COUNTY NOW) — Florence man, Michael Janik, was found guilty of Armed Assault with Intent to Murder…
1 day ago in Entertainment, Trending
Russell Brand is sentenced to 10 1/2 years in a British prison for rape and sexual assault
Russell Brand was sentenced Monday to 10 1/2 years in prison for raping one woman and sexually assaulting three others during a period when his comedy career built around boasts of erotic exploits was taking off.
In a wide-open NFL, trade deadline is an opportunity for a few teams to get a big boost
The NFL is wide open at the season's midpoint. The trade deadline will give teams an opportunity to separate themselves from the pack, especially in a season when several teams are in the mix for a Super Bowl run.
1 day ago in Entertainment
‘Godzilla Minus Zero’ stomps to a record-setting $31.6 debut, clobbering ‘The Cat in the Hat’
"Godzilla Minus Zero" stomped into movie theaters with a chart-topping $31.6 million over the weekend, scoring a record debut for a foreign-language film at the North American box office.
Orange ECDC decides ‘No Trespassing’ signs necessary at Butterfield
ORANGE, MA (FRANKLIN COUNTY NOW) — Orange’s Economic and Community Development Committee have decided to post ‘No Trespassing’ signs around…
Local law enforcement officials receive Trilogy Award
SHELBURNE, MA (FRANKLIN COUNTY NOW) — Shelburne’s Police Chief Greg Bardwell is one of several Franklin County law enforcement officials…
State $521 million ahead of tax collection target
BOSTON, MA (FRANKLIN COUNTY NOW) — According to the Massachusetts State House News Service, $521 million more than the state’s…
Turners Falls man sentenced to three years state prison for robbery
TURNERS FALLS, MA (FRANKLIN COUNTY NOW) — 36 year-old Brenden Jacobs of Turners Falls has been sentenced to three years…
8th Annual Faith-Based Public Safety Seminar held at Gillette
FOXBOROUGH, MA (FRANKLIN COUNTY NOW) — On Thursday, the Massachusetts State Police held their 8th Annual Faith-Based Organizations Safety and…
4 days ago in Entertainment
Awkwafina digs into her culinary roots to try something a little crazy: Open a restaurant
Awkwafina was feeling under the weather recently and decided she was going to make soup. And that startled her because she hasn't always been the kind of person who made soup.
4 days ago in Sports
Several coaches on the hot seat need major turnarounds in the second half to keep their jobs
NFL owners have been more patient this season. At least one coach was fired by Week 9 in each year since 2022 but there haven't been any dismissals so far. The Colts fired general manager Chris Ballard, though. Several coaches could be in trouble if they don't turn things around quickly.
