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With eye toward teaching firearm safety, Mahar’s Junior ROTC adding air rifles
Sportsman’s Corner: Quabbin opens this Saturday
North Quabbin Notes, April 18
Partnership succeeds in protecting Lake Monomonac forestland
Franklin County youth tapped to advise governor’s team
Athol Police Logs: March 27 to April 10, 2024
A Page from North Quabbin History: Quabbin Reservoir photo archives
Historical society presents history of Nichewaug
Quabbin region studied for MWRA expansion
As House Democrats eye the expansion of its public drinking water service area, the Massachusetts Water Resources Authority (MWRA) is considering whether the communities where that water comes from should finally get to reap the benefits of the...
Phillipston board opens talks on new police chief
PHILLIPSTON – Police Chief Kevin Dodge recently announced his intention to retire from a post he has held for more than a decade, and the Selectboard is reviewing the options for hiring his successor.The chief’s current salary is just under $85,000...
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Orange man gets 12 to 14 years for child rape
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Sportsman’s Corner: Turkey time
Equity, income concerns flagged in free college debate
Athol Town Manager says next fiscal year may be the ‘most challenging’ in the last decade
Heywood Healthcare cites progress made since bankruptcy filing
Sports
High schools: Abigail Schreiber’s hit propels Frontier softball past Greenfield, 3-2
It wasn’t looking good for the Frontier softball team heading into the bottom of the sixth inning against Greenfield on Thursday. The two-time defending state champs held a 2-0 lead, but the Redhawks were able to get a run back in the sixth. Seventh...
Baseball: Frontier handles Greenfield 12-2 in five-inning victory (PHOTOS)
The Real Score: Curveballs and casinos rarely save cities
High schools: Frontier girls tennis picks up 5-0 win over Turners (PHOTOS)
Florence’s Gabby Thomas gearing up for 2024 Paris Olympics
Opinion
My Turn: Saving planet Greenfield
Anthropologist Margaret Mead wrote, “Never doubt that a small group of thoughtful, committed citizens can change the world. Indeed, it is the only thing that ever has.” If such a group were Greenfielders responding to the climate crisis, what would...
Gary Seldon: Solar Roller Earth Day River Ride
Mitch Speight and Joan Marie Jackson: City should follow constitutional ruling on property takings
Columnist Johanna Neumann: Reaping the rewards of rooftop solar
My Turn: Let’s leave miracle of trees well enough alone
Police Logs
Athol Police Logs: March 12 to March 19
ATHOL POLICE LOGSTuesday, March 126:45 p.m. - Male party into the lobby regarding a shop vac he lent to someone and they are refusing to give it back. Party was advised of his options. Attempted to contact involved party, negative contact, a voicemail...
Athol Police Logs: Feb 19 to Feb. 27
Athol Police Log Feb. 4-18
Orange Police Log 12/1-13
Athol Police Log 11/8-26
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Arts & Life
Painting a more complete picture: ‘Unnamed Figures’ highlights Black presence and absence in early American history
In partnership with the American Folk Art Museum, Historic Deerfield is presenting an exhibition on the unexplored histories of Black people in early America.“Unnamed Figures: Black Presence and Absence in the Early American North” explores Black...
Earth Matters: From Big Sits to Birdathons: Birding competitions far and near
Sounds Local: Spring is singer-songwriter season: A host of local performers celebrate new work
Crunch time for matzo: An easy-to-make sweet treat that’s Passover Seder-friendly
Spotlight on women in classical music: Brick Church Music Series’s season comes to a close, April 28-29, with Champlain TrioObituaries
Nancy C. Skowrowski
Nancy C Skowronski Royalston, MA - Nancy C Skowronski, born in Worcester, MA on January 1, 1943, lived a captivating life, filled with vibrant memories and impactful experiences that created... remainder of obit for Nancy C. Skowrowski
Robert E. Thayer
Robert E. "Bob" Thayer Athol, MA - ATHOL - Robert E. "Bob" Thayer, 90 of Athol passed away Sunday, April 14, 2023, in the Athol Hospital. He was born on July 13, 1933, the son of Robert H. ... remainder of obit for Robert E. Thayer
Chris N. Boyle
8/5/1956 - 4/11/2024 ORANGE, MA - Chris Boyle, beloved father and husband, passed away on April 11, 2024 at home. Chris led a life of unwavering dedication to his family, a steadfast co... remainder of obit for Chris N. Boyle
Donn K. Clifford
PHILLIPSTON, MA - Donn K. Clifford, 74, of Barre Road, died on Wednesday, April 10, 2024 at Heywood Hospital in Gardner. Born in Gardner on August 15, 1949, he was the son of Robert Cliffo... remainder of obit for Donn K. Clifford
