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‘I want you to see who we really are’: Portraits of Native Americans of southern New England on display at Great Falls Discovery Center
07-11-2025 8:58 AM

By ERIN-LEIGH HOFFMAN

Photographer and member of the Hassanamisco Nipmuc Band, Scott Quanon Menuhkesu (Strong Hawk) Foster, is sharing glimpses into cultures of Native Americans of southern New England through his ongoing “Ways of My Ancestors - We Are Still Here” photography series on display at the Great Falls Discovery Center.

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MassDEP to handle First St. cleanup in Turners Falls; site slated for affordable housing
07-13-2025 2:01 PM

By ERIN-LEIGH HOFFMAN

TURNERS FALLS — The Massachusetts Department of Environmental Protection has agreed to take on the cleanup of contaminated soil on First Street that has delayed the development of six affordable homes by Pioneer Valley Habitat for Humanity.


FirstLight dam repairs completed early in Turners Falls
07-10-2025 5:54 PM

By ERIN-LEIGH HOFFMAN

TURNERS FALLS — Despite an anticipated multi-day dam repair that prompted an emergency drawdown of the Connecticut River, FirstLight Hydro Generating Co. confirmed Wednesday that the repairs were completed ahead of schedule.


Montague joining Pioneer Valley Mosquito Control District
07-10-2025 12:09 PM

By ERIN-LEIGH HOFFMAN

MONTAGUE — After a year of continued discussion, Montague will be the latest town to join the Pioneer Valley Mosquito Control District.


Erving seeks state grants for Evergreen Circle at Care Drive
07-09-2025 6:51 PM

By ERIN-LEIGH HOFFMAN

ERVING — The town has applied for two state grants that, combined with a recent Town Meeting appropriation, would cover most of Erving’s portion of costs related to construction of the affordable senior and multi-generational housing project called Evergreen Circle at Care Drive.


Baystate Franklin Medical Center not at risk of closure, CFO says
07-08-2025 4:57 PM

By ERIN-LEIGH HOFFMAN

GREENFIELD — Despite concerns circulating about the future of Baystate Franklin Medical Center after the passage of the so-called One Big Beautiful Bill Act that cuts roughly $1.1 trillion in health care spending, Baystate Health’s chief financial officer advises the Greenfield hospital is not at risk of closure.


Two fundraisers emerge for Greenfield Fire captain following cancer diagnosis
07-07-2025 1:20 PM

By ERIN-LEIGH HOFFMAN

MILLERS FALLS — Continuing to build on a groundswell of support for Greenfield Fire Capt. John Whitney and his family following a brain cancer diagnosis, Element Brewing Co. is looking to raise money and awareness through a “Thankful Thursday” fundraising event on Thursday, July 10.


WOW Bus makes a house call: Mobile health clinic stops monthly in Turners Falls
07-04-2025 2:00 PM

By ERIN-LEIGH HOFFMAN

TURNERS FALLS — To help improve health care equity and community trust, Baystate Health’s Wellness on Wheels, or WOW Bus, is making stops across western Massachusetts to provide free health screenings.


Erving Elementary School’s interim principal takes on permanent role
07-04-2025 11:01 AM

By ERIN-LEIGH HOFFMAN

ERVING — After six months as interim principal, Beth Gannon will be sticking around Erving Elementary School as the permanent principal.


Breaking down barriers in trade work: Collective of LGBTQ handy service workers in high demand
07-04-2025 10:02 AM

By ERIN-LEIGH HOFFMAN

A Turners Falls business wants to help you with your honey-do list, no matter who that honey may be.


Battery energy storage facility proposed for Erving’s Poplar Mountain
07-02-2025 6:10 PM

By ERIN-LEIGH HOFFMAN

ERVING — Town officials and residents got a first look this week at preliminary plans for a battery energy storage facility being proposed by Spearmint Energy.


Montague reaches PILOT deal with FirstLight through 2035
07-02-2025 4:44 PM

By ERIN-LEIGH HOFFMAN

MONTAGUE — After three years of disputes over the assessed value of FirstLight Hydro Generating Co.’s property in town, a 10-year payment in lieu of taxes (PILOT) agreement is now in effect.


Repairs at Turners Falls dam prompt drawdown
07-01-2025 4:55 PM

By ERIN-LEIGH HOFFMAN

TURNERS FALLS — To repair one of the bascule gates at the Turners Falls dam that caused 445 gallons of hydraulic fluid to spill into the Connecticut River last month, FirstLight Hydro Generating Co. will be lowering water levels upstream of the dam during the week of July 7.


Remembering ‘the best education from anywhere’: Arms Academy alumni reunite for parade, luncheon in Shelburne Falls
07-01-2025 9:00 AM

By ERIN-LEIGH HOFFMAN

SHELBURNE FALLS — The remaining alumni of Arms Academy gathered over the weekend to celebrate their 10th all-class reunion, with alumni coming from across the U.S. and Canada to remember their alma mater.


A show of solidarity: Roughly 200 gather at immigrant rights rally in Greenfield
06-29-2025 11:32 AM

By ERIN-LEIGH HOFFMAN

GREENFIELD — State legislators, town officials and residents gathered outside City Hall Saturday afternoon to show solidarity with immigrant communities, calling out the impact of federal immigration policies and urging continued support amid the rising threat of deportations.


40 years later, Gill resident recalls effort to preserve Red Bridge featuring Jurassic armored mud balls
06-27-2025 5:04 PM

By ERIN-LEIGH HOFFMAN

GILL — Forty years ago this month, Gill resident Terri Rice remembers when the silence of anticipation broke inside Gill Town Hall.


Montague Police officer faces assault charges
06-26-2025 5:24 PM

By ERIN-LEIGH HOFFMAN

DEERFIELD — Montague Police Officer Shawna Williams faces eight charges in Greenfield District Court after she allegedly assaulted her friend in Deerfield.


Bridge funding, Historical Commission membership change approved in Erving
06-26-2025 1:36 PM

By ERIN-LEIGH HOFFMAN

ERVING — Changing the number of members on the Historical Commission and furthering repairs to the Farley Bridge and Church Street Bridge were among the nine articles approved by 33 voters in attendance at Wednesday’s Special Town Meeting.


Bridge work tops Erving Special Town Meeting warrant
06-23-2025 10:58 AM

By ERIN-LEIGH HOFFMAN

ERVING — Residents will be asked to vote on nine articles during this week’s Special Town Meeting, including funding requests for the Farley Bridge repair project and replacement of the Church Street Bridge.


Green River Festival brings ‘cultural melting pot’ of music to fairgrounds
06-22-2025 1:49 PM

By ERIN-LEIGH HOFFMAN

GREENFIELD — The Green River Festival returned to the Franklin County Fairgrounds for the 39th year, kicking off the summer and showcasing improvements from last year by emphasizing all the Pioneer Valley has to offer in talent — and beer.


‘You can just do it forever’: Belly dance classes and shows grow steady local following
06-20-2025 10:24 AM

By ERIN-LEIGH HOFFMAN

Greenfield business owner and belly dancer Elizabeth DeNeeve and South Deerfield belly dancer Emily Gaylord having been co-producing a belly dancing showcase called “Molten: An Evening of Belly Dancing at the LAVA Center” where the two aim to not only entertain, but educate audiences on the Middle Eastern style of dance. 

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