Ready to fly: Greenfield Community College graduates 308 in ‘ challenging time’

05-18-2025 2:10 PM

GREENFIELD — As Greenfield Community College’s 308 graduates step out into a tumultuous world, they were urged to stay grounded in their values by a commencement speaker who one time left the world.


Berkshire East owner takes over Burke Mountain ski resort in Vermont

05-18-2025 2:00 PM

CHARLEMONT — Jon Schaefer, whose family owns Berkshire East Mountain Resort, has conquered another mountain and taken over operations of Burke Mountain Resort in northern Vermont.


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My Turn: Expectations of a president?
05-18-2025 7:00 AM

Dear Trump Supporter: Maybe you voted for Donald Trump because you are worried about immigrants coming across the border illegally, or staying here long after their visas expire.

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05-15-2025 10:33 AM

Six Franklin County businesses have benefited from a series of Biz-M-Power grants awarded by MassDevelopment’s Growth Capital Division, with a total of $779,397 being distributed to 62 small businesses across the state.

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Obit photo for Richard D. Cranson Richard D. Cranson

Ashfield, MA - Richard D. Cranson, 88, passed away at home on May 13, 2025. He was born in Montague, MA on December 25, 1936 the son of Howard and Elinor (Pollen) Cranson. He grew up in Ashfield and after graduating from Sanderson A... remainder of obit for Richard D. Cranson

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Amherst, MA - It is with profound sadness that we announce the peaceful passing, in his home, of Paul Gabriel Lawler , 86 years of age, of Amherst, Massachusetts on May 14, 2025. Paul was born on April 17, 1939 in Brighton, Massachusett... remainder of obit for Paul Gabriel Lawler

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Orange, MA - Jean Marie (Roussel, Gore) Desrosiers, 81, went home to be with her Lord on Saturday (5/10). Born on September 25, 1943 in Athol, she was the daughter of Roland J. & Estelle M. (Letourneau) Roussel. She was a graduate o... remainder of obit for Jean M. Desrosier

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Greenfield, MA - Paul M. Rich, the self described "Last of the Mohawkians", was born May 22, 1943, and lived his entire life in Greenfield, MA. He graduated from Windham College in Putney, VT with a BA in Economics and a minor in Americ... remainder of obit for Paul M. Rich

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