Making ‘a positive impact for our rivers’: Source to Sea Cleanup, coupled with other regional efforts, returns Sept. 28

09-13-2024 3:16 PM

The Source to Sea Cleanup has provided a valuable service to the Connecticut River Valley since its 1997 inception. And it can provide receipts.Nearly 40,000 volunteers have removed 1,100 tons of trash, almost 14,000 tires and 144,000 beverage...


Athol officials await oil test results at Millers River Environmental Center

09-13-2024 3:17 PM

ATHOL – It appears the Town of Athol will have to wait a little longer to find out if the removal of oil-contaminated soil at the Millers River Environmental Center (MREC) has left the property pollution-free.In the summer of 2023, plans were in the...


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Football: Franklin Tech thumps McCann 42-6 for season-opening win (PHOTOS)
09-13-2024 10:45 PM

TURNERS FALLS — Franklin Tech used its air game to build up a commanding lead in its season opener Friday night and the legs of Josiah Little to keep the ball and the clock moving, as the Eagles thundered past McCann Tech of North Adams, 42-6.Tyler...

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The World Keeps Turning: Unbiased news? No, it’s not a thing.
09-13-2024 1:26 PM

In my first try at college, beginning in 1968, I didn’t major in journalism, or English, but experimented with writing, and read voraciously. A literate friend tutored me in the types and styles of writing, including the period’s passionate debate on...

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Athol Police LogsAugust 14 - 22Wednesday, Aug. 143:33 p.m. - Caller from Gibson Drive reporting threats from their neighbor’s daughter. Ongoing issues with neighbor from earlier in the day shift. Female party was advised of her options. Male party was...

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Obit photo for Lanny R. Mitchell Lanny R. Mitchell

ATHOL, MA - We are profoundly sad to announce the passing of Lanny R. Mitchell, 70, of Gibson Drive, who died on Monday, September 9, 2024 at Heywood Hospital in Gardner. He will be greatly missed by family and friends. Born in Pitt... remainder of obit for Lanny R. Mitchell

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WARWICK, MA - Calvin J. Fellows, 91, died at home on Monday September 2, 2024 after a 3 year battle with renal failure. Born in Warwick on January 21, 1933, he was the 13th of 14 children born to the late Archie J. Fellows Sr. and Vida... remainder of obit for Calvin J. Fellows

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Nancy L. (Porter) Vorce ORANGE, MA - Nancy L. (Porter) Vorce, 93, formerly of Columbia Avenue, died on Saturday evening, September 7, 2024 at Alliance Health at Baldwinville. Born in Orange on March 29, 1931, she was the daughter of the... remainder of obit for Nancy L. Vorce

Obit photo for Lawrence G. Forand Lawrence G. Forand

New Castle, PA - Lawrence G. Forand, 65 years of age, of New Castle, PA passed away the morning of August 25, 2024 after a short illness. Larry was born in Athol, MA to Laurence G. and Jane (Calcari) Forand. Larry was married to Nancy ... remainder of obit for Lawrence G. Forand

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