Trump back on top: Wins presidency in political comeback rooted in appeals to frustrated voters

11-06-2024 8:58 AM

WASHINGTON — Donald Trump was elected the 47th president of the United States on Wednesday, an extraordinary comeback for a former president who refused to accept defeat four years ago, sparked a violent insurrection at the U.S. Capitol, was convicted...


Whipps bests Raymond in second challenge for 2nd Franklin District seat

11-06-2024 1:47 PM

Following a 2-1 victory over challenger Jeffrey Raymond, state Rep. Susannah Whipps (I-Athol) said she is “humbled” by the strong response from the 2nd Franklin District.Whipps, who won a sixth term in office, said via email that she was elated to see...


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Pushback: Applause for a jester who brought joy to activism — and waffles
11-05-2024 3:48 PM

Decades before there was an Ice Cream Alley, the small crevice between two Main Street buildings in Greenfield was the storefront of Waffles T. Clown, aka Joshua Jay Jester, aka Joshua Dostis, one of Franklin County’s most colorful political activists...

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‘Eating in Leverett’ for 250 years: New cookbook is a lasting memento of town’s major birthday
11-06-2024 2:28 PM

The town of Leverett is celebrating its 250th anniversary this year. The festivities have included a cake-filled birthday party in March, a plant walk, an antique vehicle and equipment show, a quilt show, a July 4 parade and barbecue, and much...

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Leominster, MA - Kathleen Ellen Rota, a beloved wife, mother, and member of the Leominster community, passed away peacefully on October 27, 2024. Born in Worcester, Massachusetts on April 12, 1965, Kathleen was known for her selfless al... remainder of obit for Kathleen Ellen Rota

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WARWICK, MA - Roger C. Bergquist, 88, of Wendell Road, died on Saturday, October 26, 2024 at Saint Vincent Hospital in Worcester. Born in Gardner on July 22, 1936, he was the son of Albert and Mabel (Carlson) Bergquist and grew up in O... remainder of obit for Roger C. Bergquist

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Vincent J. "Bill" Purple Petersham, MA - What can you say about a man who was larger than life? Someone with twinkling blue eyes who made friends everywhere throughout his 100 years? Someone who greeted everyone with a smile and shared h... remainder of obit for Vincent J. Purple

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Jean I. (Hawkins) Hause ATHOL, MA - Jean I. (Hawkins) Hause, 67, of Morton Meadows, died on September 25, 2024. Born in Athol on June 29, 1957, she was the daughter of the late Curtis and Margaret (Stacy) Hawkins and grew up in Athol, g... remainder of obit for Jean I. Hause

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