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Orange proposes adopting Town CharterORANGE, MA (FRANKLIN COUNTY NOW) -- The town of Orange is proposing the adoption of...
12/23/2025

Orange proposes adopting Town Charter

ORANGE, MA (FRANKLIN COUNTY NOW) -- The town of Orange is proposing the adoption of a town charter to meet the complex challenge and evolving needs of the town by making the town government more efficient, accountable and effective. The charter will come before residents at the Special Town Meeting on January 12th.

ORANGE, MA (FRANKLIN COUNTY NOW) -- The town of Orange is proposing the adoption of a town charter to meet the complex challenge and evolving needs of the town by making the town government more efficient, accountable and effective. The charter will come before residents at the Special Town Meeting....

Rep McGovern’s resolution fails in HouseWASHINGTON, DC (FRANKLIN COUNTY NOW) -- U.S. Representative Jim McGovern filed a...
12/23/2025

Rep McGovern’s resolution fails in House

WASHINGTON, DC (FRANKLIN COUNTY NOW) -- U.S. Representative Jim McGovern filed a War Powers Resolution directing President Trump to cease military force used against Venezuela. The resolution was rejected by the House, failing by two votes.

WASHINGTON, DC (FRANKLIN COUNTY NOW) -- U.S. Representative Jim McGovern filed a War Powers Resolution directing President Trump to cease military force used against Venezuela. The resolution was rejected by the House, failing by two votes.

PCAs to be exempt from income taxes, Gov. Healey announcesBOSTON, MA (FRANKLIN COUNTY NOW) -- Governor Healey announced ...
12/23/2025

PCAs to be exempt from income taxes, Gov. Healey announces

BOSTON, MA (FRANKLIN COUNTY NOW) -- Governor Healey announced Monday that personal care attendants, PCAs, will no longer be subject to income taxes. There are approximately 18,000 PCAs in the MassHealth PCA program that will qualify under this new program.

BOSTON, MA (FRANKLIN COUNTY NOW) -- Governor Healey announced Monday that personal care attendants, PCAs, will no longer be subject to income taxes. There are approximately 18,000 PCAs in the MassHealth PCA program that will qualify under this new program.

Driver entrapped in Whately car accidentWHATELY, MA (FRANKLIN COUNTY NOW) -- A driver in a two-car accident on Route 5 &...
12/23/2025

Driver entrapped in Whately car accident

WHATELY, MA (FRANKLIN COUNTY NOW) -- A driver in a two-car accident on Route 5 & 10 in Whately was entrapped in their vehicle Monday night. The South Deerfield Fire District assisted in the extrication of the driver, who had suffered minor injuries.

WHATELY, MA (FRANKLIN COUNTY NOW) -- A driver in a two-car accident on Route 5 & 10 in Whately was entrapped in their vehicle Monday night. The South Deerfield Fire District assisted in the extrication of the driver, who had suffered minor injuries.

Community Action hard at work distributing LIHEAP fundsGREENFIELD, MA (FRANKLIN COUNTY NOW) -- Community Action Pioneer ...
12/22/2025

Community Action hard at work distributing LIHEAP funds

GREENFIELD, MA (FRANKLIN COUNTY NOW) -- Community Action Pioneer Valley is working to distribute funds finally released for the Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program, LIHEAP. During the delay, Community Action had moved to an emergency-only assistance status but officials say they are now in the process of getting aid to applicants.

GREENFIELD, MA (FRANKLIN COUNTY NOW) -- Community Action Pioneer Valley is working to distribute funds finally released for the Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program, LIHEAP. During the delay, Community Action had moved to an emergency-only assistance status but officials say they are now in the...

Montague police give es**rt to young toy drive organizerMONTAGUE, MA (FRANKLIN COUNTY NOW) -- Montague officers and K-9 ...
12/22/2025

Montague police give es**rt to young toy drive organizer

MONTAGUE, MA (FRANKLIN COUNTY NOW) -- Montague officers and K-9 Larry provided an es**rt Sunday for a young resident in recognition of his exemplary work over the past few years, organizing holiday toy drives. The toys collected have been donated to children at local hospitals.

MONTAGUE, MA (FRANKLIN COUNTY NOW) -- Montague officers and K-9 Larry provided an es**rt Sunday for a young resident in recognition of his exemplary work over the past few years, organizing holiday toy drives. The toys collected have been donated to children at local hospitals.

South Hadley wife allegedly stabs husbandSOUTH HADLEY, MA (FRANKLIN COUNTY NOW) -- South Hadley Police shared that last ...
12/22/2025

South Hadley wife allegedly stabs husband

SOUTH HADLEY, MA (FRANKLIN COUNTY NOW) -- South Hadley Police shared that last Tuesday officers responded to a residence where the reporting party allegedly stated he was stabbed by his wife. Officers provided initial medical attention before he was transported to a local hospital. The suspect was charged with assault and battery with a dangerous weapon on a person over 60, assault and battery on a person over 60, and armed assault to murder a person over 60.

SOUTH HADLEY, MA (FRANKLIN COUNTY NOW) -- South Hadley Police shared that last Tuesday officers responded to a residence where the reporting party allegedly stated he was stabbed by his wife. Officers provided initial medical attention before he was transported to a local hospital. The suspect was c...

Vehicle goes into the tree line on Route 8AHALWEY, MA (FRANKLIN COUNTY NOW) -- On Friday night at approximately 8 p.m., ...
12/22/2025

Vehicle goes into the tree line on Route 8A

HALWEY, MA (FRANKLIN COUNTY NOW) -- On Friday night at approximately 8 p.m., Hawley Fire Department responded to a single vehicle accident on Route 8A. The vehicle was found off the road, into the tree line. No medical transport was necessary.

HALWEY, MA (FRANKLIN COUNTY NOW) -- On Friday night at approximately 8 p.m., Hawley Fire Department responded to a single vehicle accident on Route 8A. The vehicle was found off the road, into the tree line. No medical transport was necessary.

Dog rescued from Turners Falls’ house fireTURNERS FALLS, MA (FRANKLIN COUNTY NOW) -- A pet was saved from a structure fi...
12/22/2025

Dog rescued from Turners Falls’ house fire

TURNERS FALLS, MA (FRANKLIN COUNTY NOW) -- A pet was saved from a structure fire on Turnpike Road in Turners Falls Friday afternoon. The fire was reported at 12:53 p.m. as a kitchen fire and once on scene, firefighters found all residents safely out of the building. The homeowner’s dog was rescued and reunited with her owner. From the Montague Police Department:...

TURNERS FALLS, MA (FRANKLIN COUNTY NOW) -- A pet was saved from a structure fire on Turnpike Road in Turners Falls Friday afternoon. The fire was reported at 12:53 p.m. as a kitchen fire and once on scene, firefighters found all residents safely out of the building. The homeowner’s dog was rescued...

Lake Wyola Dam in need of emergency repairsSHUTESBURY, MA (FRANKLIN COUNTY NOW) -- The town of Shutesbury has taken emer...
12/19/2025

Lake Wyola Dam in need of emergency repairs

SHUTESBURY, MA (FRANKLIN COUNTY NOW) -- The town of Shutesbury has taken emergency measures to address structural concerns, such as the presence of sinkholes, identified at the Lake Wyola Dam. The water level has been lowered so emergency work can begin on the dam and public access is being restricted from the area. From Shutesbury Town Officials: Lake Wyola Water Level Adjustment and Stabilization Efforts…...

SHUTESBURY, MA (FRANKLIN COUNTY NOW) -- The town of Shutesbury has taken emergency measures to address structural concerns, such as the presence of sinkholes, identified at the Lake Wyola Dam. The water level has been lowered so emergency work can begin on the dam and public access is being restrict...

Marshall’s Country Store receives SNAP disqualification noticeBERNARDSTON, MA (FRANKLIN COUNTY NOW) -- Marshall’s Countr...
12/19/2025

Marshall’s Country Store receives SNAP disqualification notice

BERNARDSTON, MA (FRANKLIN COUNTY NOW) -- Marshall’s Country Store in Bernardston announced they will no longer be able to accept SNAP EBT funds for payment as of December 21st through the next six months. The store received a disqualification letter informing them for the first time of three instances from over eight months ago where customers used their funds to purchase ineligible items. In the announcement from the store, they also stated they were not notified previously and given no opportunity to make corrections before being disqualified.

BERNARDSTON, MA (FRANKLIN COUNTY NOW) -- Marshall’s Country Store in Bernardston announced they will no longer be able to accept SNAP EBT funds for payment as of December 21st through the next six months. The store received a disqualification letter informing them for the first time of three insta...

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