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6 hours ago in Entertainment, Trending
Al Pacino to get lifetime achievement award from the Screen Actors Guild
Al Pacino has been named the next recipient of the SAG-AFTRA Life Achievement Award. The 86-year-old star of "Dog Day Afternoon," "Scent of a Woman" and a trilogy of "Godfather" films is the 62nd actor to receive the highest honor handed out by the Screen Actors Guild -American Federation of Television and Radio Artists.
6 hours ago in Trending, World
Prince Harry and Meghan cheered as they make first joint appearances since returning to UK
Prince Harry and his wife Meghan appeared together in a trio of charity visits Thursday, their first joint public appearance since moving back to England, as they seek to rebuild their brand in Britain after walking away from royal duties six years ago.
6 hours ago in Sports
Eagles rule out quarterback Jalen Hurts for Sunday’s game against Carolina with a blood clot
The Philadelphia Eagles have ruled out quarterback Jalen Hurts for Sunday's game against Carolina because of a superficial blood clot in his calf. The Eagles said in a statement Thursday that Hurts was injured in an Oct. 4 game against the Los Angeles Rams when he took a cleat to his calf area.
6 hours ago in Sports
Halpin’s go-ahead homer flips Game 3 as Guardians beat Rays 3-2 for 2-1 AL Championship Series lead
Petey Halpin hit a go-ahead, two-run homer, Gavin Williams struck out nine over five innings and the Cleveland Guardians beat the Tampa Bay Rays 3-2 in Game 3 Thursday to take a 2-1 lead in the AL Championship Series.
12 hours ago in Lifestyle
Why maintaining muscle matters during weight loss, and how to do it
GoodRx reports that maintaining muscle during weight loss is crucial for health.
13 hours ago in Sports
Brewers stun Dodgers with back-to-back homers in 7th inning and ride 6-2 win to 3-0 lead in NLCS
The Milwaukee Brewers hit the second-fewest home runs in baseball during the regular season, even as they topped the majors with 103 wins. Maybe they were saving their biggest swings for the Los Angeles Dodgers.
Orange Fire Department has a new chief
ORANGE, MA (FRANKLIN COUNTY NOW) — The Orange Fire Department has announced their new fire chief, Timothy Matthews. Chief Matthews…
Orange Police K-9 tracks down alleged B&E suspect
ORANGE, MA (FRANKLIN COUNTY NOW) — The Orange Police K-9 team assisted Athol Police in the tracking of an alleged…
14 hours ago in Corinne Fitzgerald, , Real Estate Expert
Understanding median home prices: what the numbers really tell us | Corinne Fitzgerald
When you hear that the median sales price of homes in Franklin County or Hampshire County has increased, what does…
Athol Main Street construction ongoing
ATHOL, MA (FRANKLIN COUNTY NOW) — Construction on Main Street in Athol will be continuing today, beginning at Upper School…
Dept. of Public Health investigating RegalCare facilities
GREENFIELD, MA (FRANKLIN COUNTY NOW) — After a report detailed RegalCare facilities’ deteriorating conditions, state officials are stepping in to…
1 day ago in Lifestyle
When is it too late to get a flu shot?
GoodRx reports it's almost never too late to get a flu shot, as it provides protection even if flu season has started, lasting until May.
2 days ago in Entertainment
Kelly Clarkson and a Brooklyn store clashed on social media. Behind it, power dynamics loomed
The conflict from over the weekend, involving a high-priced mechanical bird, is raising more issues than just the quality of customer service. It's also a case study in power dynamics, and the differential that exists between someone with a high profile and those without.
2 days ago in Sports
Freddy Peralta, Liam Hicks lift the Rays to a 3-1 win over the Guardians that evens the ALCS at 1-1
Freddy Peralta threw six innings of four-hit ball, Liam Hicks lined a two-run single after José Ramírez's fielding error and the Tampa Bay Rays beat the Cleveland Guardians 3-1 Tuesday night to even the AL Championship Series at 1-1.
2 days ago in Sports
Jury finds Tyreek Hill liable for 2 battery counts, awards $500,000 to the NFL star’s estranged wife
A Miami jury on Tuesday found Tyreek Hill liable for two counts of battery but not liable for the eight remaining claims made by Lakeeta Vaccaro — ending the high-profile civil trial involving the NFL wide receiver and his estranged wife.
Westfield denies data center special permit
WESTFIELD, MA (FRANKLIN COUNTY NOW) — As Greenfield worked towards their data center moratorium, community members looked to neighboring communities…
Athol recognized by Mass Save for energy efforts
ATHOL, MA (FRANKLIN COUNTY NOW) —Athol is one of 17 communities to be honored with a 2026 Mass Save Impact…
Keets Road closing next week for road work
BERNARDSTON, MA (FRANKLIN COUNTY NOW) — Next week Keets Brook Road in Bernarston will be closed as the Highway Department…
State appeals court affirms conviction of physical therapist
NORTHAMPTON, MA (FRANKLIN COUNTY NOW) — On Friday, the Massachusetts Appeals Court affirmed the convictions of Edward Kostek, 46, of…
2 days ago in Entertainment, Trending
Duane ‘Keffe D’ Davis gets 40 years to life in prison for orchestrating the murder of Tupac Shakur
An aging ex-gang leader was sentenced Tuesday to 40 years to life in prison for orchestrating the 1996 drive-by shooting of rap icon Tupac Shakur near the Las Vegas Strip.
