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Mahar eliminates two positions in level-funded budget

The Mahar Regional School District School Committee has been able to put forth a level-funded budget at $15.8 million for fiscal year 2027.

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Ashfield, Conway teaming up for climate resiliency

The towns of Ashfield and Conway received a grant to protect their communities from the impacts of climate change.

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Special Election to fill vacancies on Orange Board of Selectmen

Orange will be holding a Special Election on May 4th to fill two vacancies on the Board of Selectmen.

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Trump says US military has blockaded Iranian ports to pressure Tehran

U.S. President Donald Trump said Monday that the American military had begun a blockade of Iranian ports as part of his effort to force Tehran to open the Strait of Hormuz and accept a deal to end the war that has raged for more than six weeks.

3 days ago in Entertainment

Hollywood heavyweights voice ‘unequivocal opposition’ to Paramount-Warner merger in open letter

More than a thousand movie stars, writers, directors and other Hollywood professionals announced their "unequivocal opposition" to the proposed Paramount merger with Warner Bros. Discovery in an open letter published Monday.

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Kim Kardashian makes her Broadway producing debut with the criminal justice play ‘The Fear of 13’

Kim Kardashian is adding to her resume the title of Broadway producer. The reality TV star and entrepreneur has signed on to help produce the play "The Fear of 13," about the true story of Nick Yarris, a man who spent more than two decades on death row for a murder he insists he did not commit.

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Swalwell exits California governor’s race after assault allegations as rivals seek his supporters

Democratic Rep. Eric Swalwell's abrupt exit from the race for California governor left his rivals scrambling to lock down his former supporters in a crowded contest with no clear leader, injecting more turmoil into the campaign to lead the nation's most populous state.

4 days ago in Sports, Trending

Rory McIlroy goes back-to-back at the Masters to join Jack Nicklaus, Nick Faldo and Tiger Woods

Rory McIlroy is the Masters champion again, this time without falling to his knees on the 18th green and sobbing over finally achieving his lifelong dream.

4 days ago in Sports

NBA play-in games are set: Heat-Hornets, Magic-76ers, Suns-Blazers, Clippers-Warriors

The play-in tournament field is set, and just like that the postseason has arrived in the NBA. First up: an elimination game in Charlotte. The ninth-place Hornets will take on the 10th-place Miami Heat on Tuesday night (7:30 p.m. Eastern) in a win-or-go-home game to open the play-in tournament.

4 days ago in Music, Lifestyle

It’s music festival season. How to stay safe and healthy while enjoying the show

Music festival season has arrived: a time to gather outside with friends, listening to tunes, dancing, and maybe even getting the chance to rub shoulders with musicians you love.

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Britney Spears enters substance abuse treatment facility weeks after her arrest on suspicion of DUI

Britney Spears has entered a substance abuse treatment facility just over a month after she was arrested on suspicion of driving under the influence of alcohol and drugs.

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Ovechkin response to fans’ request for 1 more year: ‘I’ll think about it’

If this was indeed the final home game of Alex Ovechkin's sensational NHL career, the Washington Capitals star collected enough memories to take him deep into retirement. From the opening faceoff to the celebratory post-game skate in which he waved gratefully to the adoring fans, Ovechkin enjoyed one heck of a day. Best of all, the Capitals won Sunday to remain in the playoff hunt.

4 days ago in Features, Trending

Happy 69th birthday to Fatou, the world’s oldest gorilla living in captivity

Fatou, the world's oldest gorilla living in captivity, celebrated her 69th birthday with a feast Monday, munching on cherry tomatoes, beets, leeks and lettuce at the Berlin Zoo.

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Removing radios is ridiculous | Local Expert Marketing & Advertising

While new national data shows AM/FM radio still commands 55% of in-car audio listening, that number may be even higher…

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Fire in Sugarloaf Estates apartment complex

Early Saturday morning a fire broke out at the Sugarloaf Estates apartment complex in Sunderland causing a temporary closure of River Road/Route 47.

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River Rat Race winners announced

First place in the 61st annual River Rat Race went to boat #68 with Mike David and Weston Willoughby of Michigan.

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Greenfield, Amherst brush fires over the weekend

Several brush fires were fought this weekend across western Mass, including one in Greenfield.

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Road closed after vehicle strikes pole in South Deerfield

No injuries were reported in a single vehicle accident in South Deerfield Saturday night.

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All safe in structure fire Monday morning in Leverett

A second alarm was struck early Monday morning for a structure fire in North Leverett.

6 days ago in Corinne Fitzgerald, , Real Estate Expert

First Impressions Matter: What Buyers Notice First Inside Your Home | Local Expert Corinne Fitzgerald

Entryway Sets the Tone The entrance to your home is your chance to make a strong first impression. Most buyers…

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14 hours ago in Entertainment, Music

Anitta, like you’ve never heard her before. The Brazilian superstar talks new album, ‘SNL’ and God

By MARIA SHERMAN AP Music Writer NEW YORK (AP) — The lights are low in Studio 8H. All eyes —…

14 hours ago in Entertainment

Christopher Nolan brings ‘The Odyssey’ to CinemaCon; Steven Spielberg previews ‘Disclosure Day’

Christopher Nolan gave theater owners a thrilling glimpse of "The Odyssey" on Wednesday evening at CinemaCon in Las Vegas. His adaptation of Homer's epic starring Matt Damon as Odysseus is one of the most hotly anticipated of the year, arriving in theaters on July 17.

19 hours ago in Local

City Council votes to enter a pathway to transition to a new insurance program

The Greenfield City Council voted to adopt Mass General Law Chapter 32B, Section 19, which authorizes the City of Greenfield to negotiate changes to its employee health insurance plans

20 hours ago in Local

Greenfield City Council President extends Mayor’s budget deadline

City Council President Lora Wondolowski formally gave Mayor Ginny Desorgher extra time to submit the City’s budget amidst a very challenging fiscal season.

20 hours ago in Local

Senator Comerford makes statement on Hampshire College’s closing

Senator Jo Comerford made a joint statement with Representative Mindy Domb on the announcement of Hampshire College’s closure.

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UPDATE: Suspect in armed assault at Roberto’s Pizzeria in custody

Wednesday evening Greenfield Police responded to reports of an armed assault at Roberto’s Pizzeria on Federal Street.