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Leverett Selectboard signs ‘Declaration Defending Our Democracy’

In December, the Leverett Selectboard signed their “Declaration Defending Our Democracy,”

4 weeks ago in Sports

Carlos Alcaraz wins third-round match but loses ‘drop-shot battle’ at Australian Open

Carlos Alcaraz had to acknowledge that while he won the third-round match, he lost the battle of the drop shots against Corentin Moutet. That could be a first for the 22-year-old Spaniard, who grew up relentlessly practicing his drop shots and is now at the Australian Open chasing a career Grand Slam.

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Carbon monoxide concerns mount during heating season

The Wendell Fire Department has responded to two residences in the past several weeks where dangerously high carbon monoxide levels were present.

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Montague launches new emergency alert system ahead of incoming storm

The Town of Montague is ready to launch their new Emergency Alert System, Rave Alerts, designed to allow the town to communicate with residents and business owners about timely, critical information during emergencies and other important situations.

4 weeks ago in Lifestyle

To clear ice and snow, there are rock salt alternatives that are safer for your pets and yard

It's easy to dash to the closest hardware store to grab a bag of salt, but experts say there are a lot of environmental and other factors to consider when tackling all that ice and snow. Here's what to know.

4 weeks ago in Entertainment

Blake Lively and Taylor Swift’s texts exposed in lawsuit against Justin Baldoni

A trove of text messages and emails sent by Blake Lively, including exchanges with her longtime friend Taylor Swift, have been made public by actor-director Justin Baldoni 's lawyers as they prepare for trial.

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Rural school districts to send urgent message to Healey

Massachusetts Governor Maura Healey on Friday will address the annual Connect 351 conference hosted by the Massachusetts Municipal Association in Boston. When she does, leaders from rural towns and schools from across the Commonwealth will deliver an urgent message about state support of rural school districts.

4 weeks ago in Sports

Djokovic one away from 400 Grand Slam match wins; Wawrinka makes history

Novak Djokovic improved to 399 wins in Grand Slam matches with a 6-3, 6-2, 6-2 victory over Francesco Maestrelli on Thursday, making the 38-year-old, 24-time major winner just one shy of becoming the first player ever to 400.

4 weeks ago in Sports

The AP NFL MVP finalists are Allen, Lawrence, Maye, McCaffrey and Stafford

Christian McCaffrey is the first player to be a finalist for three AP NFL awards in the same year, joining Josh Allen, Trevor Lawrence, Drake Maye and Matthew Stafford in the running for The Associated Press 2025 NFL Most Valuable Player award.

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Sherrone Moore is returning to court in case related to his firing as Michigan football coach

Former University of Michigan football coach Sherrone Moore is returning to court for the first time since being charged with vengeful acts against a woman shortly after he was fired for having a relationship with her.

4 weeks ago in Entertainment

Sundance kicks off in Utah with powerful premieres and emotional tributes to Robert Redford

Robert Redford liked to say that everybody has a story. He's not the only person who said it, but he is one of the few who did something to celebrate it, his daughter, Amy Redford, said Wednesday evening ahead of the Sundance Film Festival's opening day.

4 weeks ago in World

Rescue efforts underway after landslides hit New Zealand campground and house with 2 confirmed dead

Landslides hit a house and a campground in New Zealand on Thursday, leaving at least two dead while emergency crews were trying to rescue others buried in rubble, officials said.

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‘Sinners’ makes history, setting Oscars nomination record

Ryan Coogler's blues-steeped vampire epic "Sinners" led all films with 16 nominations to the 98th Academy Awards on Thursday, setting a record for the most in Oscar history.

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New cameras raising concerns for Greenfield residents

Several community members gave comment expressing concern over the use of flock cameras in Greenfield at Wednesday’s City Council meeting and the potential use of data by federal immigration enforcement.

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FCTS looking to replace aging building

Representatives from the Franklin County Technical School shared plans for a new building at last night’s Greenfield City Council meeting.

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Health insurance costs continue to rise for municipalities

Greenfield Mayor Ginny Desorgher said it’s going to be a “grim” budgeting year after getting word that another hefty 15% insurance hike is projected for the city

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Greenfield Superintendent search down to two finalists

The Greenfield Public Schools have announced two finalists in the search for a new Superintendent of Schools.

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Weekend weather: bitter cold with snow late Sunday

Expect a cold and blustery weekend coming up, with the chance of snow increasing as the weekend proceeds.

4 weeks ago in Lifestyle, Trending

Take these steps to protect yourself from winter weather dangers

Winter weather brings various hazards that people have to contend with to keep warm and safe. These dangers can include carbon monoxide poisoning, hypothermia and frozen pipes that can burst and make homes unlivable.

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HS Basketball: Frontier, Franklin Tech cruise at home, Greenfield picks up road win

The Frontier and Franklin Tech boys basketball teams picked up home wins on Tuesday night, while the Mahar girls picked up an impressive road victory over Ware.

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7 hours ago in Entertainment

A movie that takes liberties with ‘Wuthering Heights’? Scholars are OK with that

If you're looking for someone to debate the new "Wuthering Heights" movie with, you might want to start with Lucasta Miller. She's a British author, editor and critic who has published an acclaimed study of the Brontë sisters and wrote the preface for the Penguin Classics edition of "Wuthering Heights."

7 hours ago in National

Eight backcountry skiers found dead and 1 still missing after California avalanche

Crews found the bodies of eight backcountry skiers and are searching for one more who remains missing after an avalanche in the mountains near Lake Tahoe, authorities said Wednesday, making it the deadliest U.S. avalanche in nearly half a century.

13 hours ago in Entertainment

Logan Paul’s Pikachu Illustrator Pokémon card sells for record $16.5M at auction

Logan Paul has set a new world's record — for the auction price of a trading card. The wrestling and social media star's rare Pickachu Illustrator Pokémon card, a "Holy Grail" for collectors, sold for $16.5 million Monday at Goldin Auctions after 41 days of bidding.

13 hours ago in Entertainment

Actor Shia LaBeouf arrested after alleged fight during Mardi Gras in New Orleans

Actor Shia LaBeouf has been arrested after being accused of hitting two men early Tuesday morning during Mardi Gras celebrations in New Orleans, police said. LaBeouf was charged with two counts of simple battery, New Orleans police said in a statement.

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Late-night host Stephen Colbert isn’t backing down from public dispute with CBS bosses

Stephen Colbert isn't backing down in an extraordinary public dispute with his bosses at CBS over what he can air on his late-night talk show.

13 hours ago in Entertainment, Music

A rare Paul McCartney and Wings trove heads to the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame this summer

A collection of Paul McCartney instruments, outfits, handwritten lyrics, unseen photos and tour memorabilia will be part of an exhibit at the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame this summer, billed as the first major museum show to feature McCartney and Wings.

1 day ago in Entertainment

Madonna sends good luck message to American figure skater Amber Glenn at Olympics

Just before Glenn performed her short program at the Milan Cortina Olympics on Tuesday night, which is set to Madonna's song "Like a Prayer," she received a video from the "Queen of Pop" wishing her luck in the individual competition at the Winter Games.

1 day ago in Entertainment, Music

Bruce Springsteen and E Street Band to launch ‘Land of Hope and Dreams’ US tour next month

The rock icon and the E Street Band announced Tuesday the launch of their "Land of Hope and Dreams" American tour starting March 31 in Minneapolis, kicking off a 20-date run that blends arena rock with a message centered on democracy, freedom and what Springsteen calls the defense of the American ideal.

1 day ago in National

Federal judge rules Kilmar Abrego Garcia can’t be re-detained by immigration authorities

U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement cannot re-detain Kilmar Abrego Garcia because a 90-day detention period has expired and the government has no viable plan for deporting him, a federal judge ruled on Tuesday.

2 days ago in Lifestyle

How the rich pass on their wealth. And how you can too

Death and taxes may be inevitable. A big bill for your heirs is not. The rich have made an art of avoiding taxes and making sure their wealth passes down effortlessly to the next generation. But the tricks they use – to expedite payouts to heirs and avoid handing money to the government – can also work for people with far more modest estates.