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First Impressions Matter: What Buyers Notice First Inside Your Home | Local Expert Corinne Fitzgerald
Entryway Sets the Tone The entrance to your home is your chance to make a strong first impression. Most buyers…
3 days ago in Entertainment
Gene Simmons of Kiss visits Detroit Rock City to open new restaurant location
Gene Simmons visited Detroit Rock City on Thursday to celebrate the grand opening of a restaurant co-founded by him and his Kiss bandmate, Paul Stanley.
3 days ago in National
Soaring gas prices leads to biggest monthly inflation spike in four years in March
The largest monthly jump in gas prices in six decades caused a sharp spike in inflation in March, creating major challenges for the inflation-fighters at the Federal Reserve and heightening the political challenges of rising costs for the White House.
3 days ago in Sports
Pittsburgh Penguins clinch a playoff spot, ending their 3-year drought
For the first time in four years, it will soon be a great day for playoff hockey in Pittsburgh. The Penguins clinched a playoff spot Thursday night by beating New Jersey, ending their postseason drought that lasted three seasons.
3 days ago in Sports
McIlroy atop Masters leaderboard again, while DeChambeau and Rahm will have to fight to make the cut
Defending champion Rory McIlroy picked up where he left off a year ago. For a couple other big names at the Masters, just making the cut is no guarantee.
Think You’d Spot a Scam? Why Even Smart People Get Fooled—and How to Stay Safe | Financial Fitness
Scams today aren’t obvious—they’re calculated, convincing, and designed to trick anyone. In this episode of Financial Fitness with The Money Doctor, Frances Rahaim shares real-life scam attempts and a simple strategy to protect yourself before it’s too late.
Gill Elementary roof replacement up for vote
The Gill Elementary School Roof Replacement Project committee has been meeting with Massachusetts School Building Authority since April of 2025.
Whately Selectboard makes statement on beliefs, against national events
The Whately Selectboard has made a statement against certain national events, as well as sharing their beliefs.
Brush fire along Route 2 in Orange Thursday
Warm weather and sunshine brought increased fire risks to the area Thursday, resulting in several fire popping up.
Federal St. gaining momentum with educational goals
Greenfield’s Federal Street Elementary School has met or exceeded 83% of the goals set for them by the Department of Elementary and Secondary Education (DESE), according to Principal Kelly Halpin.
MassDEP fines for asbestos cleanup in Amherst
The Massachusetts Department of Environmental Protection has fined a real estate company for violations during an asbestos abatement at the Grand Block Building on South Pleasant Street in Amherst
4 days ago in Entertainment
Pink to host the 2026 Tony Awards on June 7 at Radio City Music Hall
The Tony Awards have turned to a singer with a reputation for a high-energy, physical live show to be the next telecast host — Pink. The three-time Grammy Award winner will make her debut as MC for the awards on June 7 at its familiar home of Radio City Music Hall.
4 days ago in Sports
76ers say Joel Embiid will have surgery for appendicitis with no timeline for his return
Joel Embiid was diagnosed with appendicitis and will undergo surgery on Thursday in Houston, the Philadelphia 76ers announced. The 76ers are scheduled to play at the Rockets on Thursday night.
4 days ago in Entertainment, Music
Thousands of fans gather as BTS launches world tour in South Korea
A huge crowd of BTS fans packed into a stadium near Seoul on Thursday to see the K-pop supergroup kick off their long-awaited world tour.
4 days ago in Entertainment, Music
Megan Moroney, Miranda Lambert and Ella Langley lead 2026 ACM Awards nominations dominated by women
Megan Moroney leads the 2026 Academy of Country Music Awards with nine nominations. That includes a first-time nomination for the top prize of the night, entertainer of the year, as well as director and artist-songwriter of the year. She's also received her third consecutive nominations for female artist and visual media of the year.
4 days ago in Lifestyle
Travelers face higher costs and fewer flight options as jet fuel prices swing
A new reality is setting in for travelers worldwide: rising fees, fewer flight options and difficult decisions about whether a trip is worth the cost.
4 days ago in Sports, Trending
A wild hook and a big leg kick as Jack Nicklaus, Gary Player and Tom Watson open the Masters
The Masters got started beneath whispy white clouds and a bright blue spring sky Thursday when Gary Player, Jack Nicklaus and Tom Watson once again struck the ceremonial tee shots down the first fairway at Augusta National.
Greenfield Middle School Phys. Ed. Teacher honored with Grinspoon Award
At Wednesday’s Greenfield School Committee meeting interim Superintendent Roland Joyal announced that Lisa Morrison, the Greenfield Middle School Health and Physical Education Teacher, is the recipient of the 2026 Grinspoon Award for the Greenfield Public Schools.
48% of Franklin County households experienced food insecurity last year
40% of Massachusetts households experienced food insecurity in 2025
Bridge closure in Ashfield next week
Beginning Monday, April 13th, a bridge on Beldingville Road in Ashfield will be closed for repairs