Drone enthusiasts hope to keep state regulations grounded
Gov. Healey forms Anti-Hunger Task Force in response to federal SNAP cuts
Governor urges bar advocates to resume taking cases amid pay talks
Sportsman’s Corner: Learning about gun clubs
Legislature to consider bill for remote town meetings
Petersham Jams joins Fields & Forests Forever Music Fest
Road funding bill could be on fast track to House
Firefighters partner with Jumptown to practice water rescues in Orange
ORANGE — Jumping out of a plane may sound terrifying to some, but for others it’s a thrill, especially when their landing makes a splash.
Fire chiefs, local officials advocate for new building authority
According to the National Fire Prevention Association, constructing a new fire station can cost anywhere between $412 to $1,171 per square foot.
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‘Peace of mind’: As New Hampshire nixes car inspections, some Concord residents still plan to get them
Body of Erving man, 60, found at Montague Plains Wildlife Management Area
State budget mandates sale of mental health housing in Concord
Gill-Montague interim superintendent shares entry plan, talks hiring as principal resigns
My Turn: Twelve Day Iran War — Why it happened and what’s next
Soaked from below: Region confronts rising water tables unable to absorb water during more intense storms
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Massachusetts crime rates down nearly across the board
Rubik’s champ: Amherst native Levi Gibson among the world’s fastest speedcubers
Assessment models being prepped for proposed six-town regional school district
Sports
Jesse Morgan, Rachel Snow win Northfield Golf Club’s Club Championship
Northfield Golf Club held its Club Championship over the weekend, with Jesse Morgan taking down River Kuhn in a three hole playoff to win the men’s championship. Both Morgan and Kuhn finished with two round scores of 146 to force the playoff.
Valley Blue Sox Youth Clinic gets underway Monday in Greenfield
80th Invitational Four Ball: Cody Booska and Chris Bourbeau take down Dave Kennedy and Nate Burdick to capture championship at Country Club of Greenfield.
First Annual Pars for a Purpose at Thomas Memorial raises nearly $20,000 for Cancer Connection
80th Invitational Four Ball: Defending champs Wolanske and Donoghue seek third title Opinion
My Turn: Solicitations aplenty keep mailbox full
I think my mailman hates me. I’m not really a bad guy: it’s not my fault that I receive so much junk mail! Talk about contributing to such a heavy load that he must carry through rain, snow, cold wind and hot sunny days.
My Turn: Who’s afraid of the big, bad Trump
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Columnist Judy Wagner: The artist’s gift — Nancy Schön’s art speaks her truth 
Judy Franklin: Massachusetts Medicare For All bills must pass now
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An approachable redesign to a classic. Explore our "hints."
A quick daily flip. Finally, someone cracked the code on digital jigsaw puzzles.
Chess but with chaos: Every day is a unique, wacky board.
Word search but as a strategy game. Clearing the board feels really good.
Align the letters in just the right way to spell a word. And then more words.
Police Logs
Athol Police Logs, May 11 - June 9, 2025
2:01 a.m. - Male party in the lobby to speak with an officer about a cable box missing from his apartment. Male also stated he noticed the mat at his door has been moved.
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Arts & Life
In honor of my Texas Cowgirls: Cowgirl Caviar is a salad-like dip, perfect for corn season
One of the best things about getting my Ph.D. in American studies at the University of Texas is that I could learn from fellow students who were studying diverse, amazingly fun things.
‘Everybody wants to tell their story’: Ten historical societies participating in Hilltown History Trail, Aug. 2
‘Like I'm standing in a room of giants’: Meet Elana Casey, new associate director of the Augusta Savage Gallery at UMass Amherst
Valley Bounty: The joy of blueberry season: Sobieski’s River Valley Farm in Whately has been growing blueberries since 1977
Celebrate Indigenous culture and history: 12th annual Pocumtuck Homelands Festival returns to Unity Park, Aug. 2Obituaries
Kenneth Fish
Kenneth "Scoop" Fish Athol, MA - With heavy hearts, we announce the passing of a remarkable man, Kenneth "Scoop" Fish, who left us on July 19, 2025. Born on June 23, 1968, in Athol, Massachusetts, Kenneth lived a life that was as vibrant... remainder of obit for Kenneth Fish
Charles W. Bachelder
ATHOL, MA - Charles W. "Chip" Bachelder, 80, of Chestnut Hill Avenue, went home to his Lord and Savior Jesus Christ late Wednesday evening, July 16, 2025 at the Odd Fellows Home in Worcester. Born in Gardner on May 7, 1945, he was the ... remainder of obit for Charles W. Bachelder
Gordon S. Lawrence
LEYDEN, MA - Gordon S. Lawrence ( Buddy), 62, of Leyden Mass., passed away suddenly on July 15th in Greenfield Mass. Gordon Lawrence was born in Fitchburg, Mass. to Clarence R and Charlotte J Lawrence. Buddy loved fishing, attending co... remainder of obit for Gordon S. Lawrence
Patricia A. Ploof
Athol, MA - Patricia Ploof, 76, died on Saturday, July 12, 2025. She leaves behind her husband of 54 years, Timothy Ploof, their son, David Ploof, and his wife, Keila, and her grandchildren, Michel Ploof and Fletcher Sheinheit. She also... remainder of obit for Patricia A. Ploof
