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2 weeks ago in Entertainment
Powered by women, ‘Wuthering Heights’ digs up $34.8 million at the box office for a No. 1 debut
Emerald Fennell's bold reimagining of "Wuthering Heights" brought crowds of women to movie theaters this weekend.
2 weeks ago in Olympics, Sports
Bold new US trio eyes Olympic figure skating gold while serving as role models for a new generation
The trio of U.S. women targeting Olympic figure skating gold Tuesday night are not the dainty ice princesses of yesteryear.
2 weeks ago in Sports, Trending
Good game, bad dunk contest. The highs and lows of an eventful NBA All-Star weekend
If you still didn't like the NBA's newest All-Star Game format, you probably just don't like All-Star games. That seemed to be the sports sphere's consensus after the U.S.-against-the-world, round-robin tournament Sunday produced three thrilling mini-games and several impressive individual performances.
2 weeks ago in National, Trending
Presidents Day 2026: Here’s what’s open and closed on the holiday
Government offices, the stock market and schools are closed Monday in observance of Presidents Day, but most big retailers are open. When in doubt, call ahead or look up more specific schedules online for stores in your neighborhood.
FRCOG receives $487K for Safe Streets in Greenfield, Deerfield
The Franklin Regional Council of Governments has been awarded a $487,200 grant from the state for crossing safety treatments in the centers of Greenfield and Deerfield.
Opossums in need of help on the rise
According to the Leyden Center for Wildlife Rehabilitation, there has been a recent uptick in the number of juvenile opossums being brought into the Massachusetts rehab community.
MA launching AI assistant for state workers
Governor Healey announced over the weekend that her administration is partnering with OpenAI to launch a first-in-the-nation ChatGPT-powered AI assistant for state workers.
Trooper seriously injured after cruiser struck on roadway
A driver allegedly using their cell phone struck a State Police cruiser stopped in the roadway Saturday afternoon, leaving the Trooper with serious injuries.
Buckland in phase two of MVP project on Clesson Brook
The town of Buckland has been awarded a second-round Municipal Vulnerability Preparedness Planning program grant in the amount of $100,000.
2 weeks ago in Sports
Chris Paul, the ‘Point God,’ retires as All-Star weekend begins, ending a 21-season NBA run
Chris Paul, the "Point God" who was a 12-time All-Star selection and two-time Olympic gold medalist, announced his retirement on Friday in the capper of a 21-season career that will surely merit induction into the Basketball Hall of Fame.
2 weeks ago in Sports
A healthy Shohei Ohtani eyes the one major award he hasn’t won — a Cy Young Award
Shohei Ohtani is a five-time All-Star, a four-time Most Valuable Player, a two-time World Series winner and a World Baseball Classic champion, giving him a sparkling baseball resume that no current player can touch. The only major honor he hasn't won? A Cy Young Award.
2 weeks ago in Entertainment, Sports
Taylor Swift rumors spiked ticket sales for Pebble Beach golf tournament
Pebble Beach had an extra buzz Friday morning with rumors swirling in the cool Pacific breeze Swift would be there to watch her fiancé, Kansas City Chiefs tight end Travis Kelce, playing in the PGA Tour event that combines corporate CEOs and celebrities with golf's best.
2 weeks ago in Entertainment
After 800 episodes, ‘The Simpsons’ creators look back — and ahead
Eight hundred episodes, 37 seasons, and one four-fingered family that refuses to age. As "The Simpsons" hits a milestone few series have ever glimpsed this weekend, the architects behind Springfield are reflecting on the choices that turned crude 1987 shorts from "The Tracey Ullman Show" into a cultural juggernaut.
New high school graduation requirements going into place this year
BOSTON, MA (FRANKLIN COUNTY NOW) — The Healey-Driscoll Administration is inviting the public to give feedback on the new high school…
Cash, over 20 firearms, and narcotics seized in State Police operations
This week Massachusetts State Police conducted two operations that resulted in six arrests and the seizure of 15 handguns, 6 rifles, approximately $63,000, cocaine, fentanyl, and more.
FCTS is Airframe training certified
The Franklin County Technical School’s Aviation Maintenance Technology program has recently been certified as an Airframe training facility by the Federal Aviation Administration.
Greenfield launching brand refresh
The City of Greenfield is embarking on a brand refresh project to produce a more unified and consistent look across City departments.
2 weeks ago in Olympics, Sports
Norway’s Klaebo makes history on skis, ties all-time Winter Olympics gold record
Friday the 13th will be remembered as a lucky day for Johannes Hoesflot Klaebo. Norway's cross-country skiing star tied an all‑time Winter Games record by winning his eighth gold medal Friday at the Milan Cortina Olympics. The 29‑year‑old claimed victory in the men's 10 kilometer interval‑start race, for his third gold at the 2026 games.
2 weeks ago in National
Inflation measure falls to nearly five-year low as gas prices fall and housing costs cool
A key measure of inflation fell to nearly a five-year low last month as apartment rental price growth slowed and gas prices fell, offering some relief to Americans grappling with the sharp cost increases of the past five years.
2 weeks ago in Olympics, Sports
Chloe Kim falls short of Olympic three-peat, taking silver as Choi Gaon wins women’s halfpipe
Chloe Kim fell short in her bid to become the first Olympic snowboarder to win three consecutive gold medals, finishing second to Choi Gaon of South Korea in the women's halfpipe on Thursday.
