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Art Center exhibiting work of Roc Goudreau
Healey signs bill expanding reproductive, transgender care protections
AOTV, WVAO celebrate anniversaries with open house
Code Pink founder says US support for Israel no longer reflects public opinion
Work begins on new park at former Pete & Henry’s site in Royalston
ROYALSTON – Over the weekend, volunteers began work on the new park that replaced the site of the former Pete & Henry’s restaurant.
Royalston Board of Health reinstates town’s sole tobacco license
ROYALSTON – The Board of Health voted at its meeting Monday, Aug. 11, to once again offer a single retail tobacco permit in the community.
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DCR acquires 380 acres in Orange, Wendell and Royalston for conservation
Phillipston residents talk upgrades to town common
Mount Wachusett Community College receives $5,066,500 in grants
Cannabis impact fees: Where are they now?
Well in Athol shut down due to high percholate levels
Beacon Hill, rent control ban targeted in ballot questions
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Massachusetts crime rates down nearly across the board
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Assessment models being prepped for proposed six-town regional school district
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On The Ridge with Joe Judd: Celebrating the conservation license plate
Bulletin Board: Nancy Robie wins Four Club and Putter contest at CCG
Bulletin Board: Morgan and Harrington tie with Yarosevich and Gavin in Northfield Golf Club’s Two Ball
Keeping Score with Chip Ainsworth: Can Harasymiak stop the losing?Opinion
Debi Allen and Eva Carle: City’s plans for Hope Street lot need public vetting
Development of the Greenfield Armory started after the city refused to accept the property as a gift. We can’t fix prior administration’s financial mistakes by selling the Hope Street parking lot before a final bid has even been reviewed by the public.
My Turn: Two growing challenges to health care in the US: conspiracies and fairy tales
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Athol Police Logs, May 11 - June 9, 2025
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Arts & Life
Sounds Local: Songs for a better world: Iris DeMent’s poignant lyrics and melodies come to Shea Theater
When Iris DeMent released her debut album, “Infamous Angel,” in 1992, she began a career that would establish her as one of the leading songwriters of her generation. DeMent received acclaim for her unique singing voice, melodies influenced by folk, country, and gospel music, and poignant lyrics that delve into themes of family, loss, and resilience.
Speaking of Nature: One killer plant: Discover the deadly beauty of the Northern pitcher plant
A summer salad sensation: Kathryn Gillian’s kale and Brussels sprouts creation
Smack Dab in Greenfield: New open mic night celebrates queer voices
World premiere to open new season: UMass Fine Arts Center 50th anniversary season includes big names across genresObituaries
Raymond O. Dufort
Athol, MA - Raymond Dufort, 82, of Athol Massachusetts, passed away peacefully on July 31, 2025. Raymond was born in Central Falls, Rhode Island in 1942. There he attended parochial schools including Sacred Heart Academy from which ... remainder of obit for Raymond O. Dufort
Keith S. Holden
ORANGE, MA - Keith S. Holden, 78, of East River Street, died unexpectedly on Sunday, August 3, 2025 at Athol Hospital after being stricken ill at home earlier. Born in Manchester, New Hampshire, on May 14, 1947, he was the son of Ha... remainder of obit for Keith S. Holden
John E. Fredette
Colonel John E. Fredette Surprise, AZ - John Edmond Fredette, 84, passed away peacefully at his home in Surprise, Arizona, on Thursday, July 31, 2025, after a long and courageous battle with Parkinson's disease. Born in Athol, Massachus... remainder of obit for John E. Fredette
Richard A. Parker
ORANGE, MA - Richard A. Parker, 72, of 419 East River Street, passed away peacefully on Saturday, August 2nd, after brief illness. He was predeceased by his beloved mother, Julia Lapointe, in 1995, and his step father, Louise Lapointe,... remainder of obit for Richard A. Parker
