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3 weeks ago in National
A man falls to his death from a Six Flags roller coaster in Georgia
Police are investigating after a man fell to his death from a roller coaster at a Six Flags near Atlanta, watched by other visitors to the amusement park as he was catapulted from the ride.
3 weeks ago in Lifestyle
5 ways to set your child up with good credit
Ally Financial reports five ways to build your child's credit score, emphasizing early action like adding them as authorized users on credit accounts.
3 weeks ago in Entertainment, Trending
FBI issues actor Selma Blair a summons accusing her of assaults aboard a plane, AP source says
The FBI has issued Blair a summons accusing her of assaults that occurred aboard a plane, according to a federal law enforcement official who spoke on condition of anonymity.
3 weeks ago in Sports
Michael Jordan jersey sets $14 million record for basketball memorabilia, auction house says
A game-worn, autographed Michael Jordan road jersey from the 1998 NBA Finals has been privately sold for $14 million, an auction house announced Monday, calling it the highest price ever paid for a piece of basketball memorabilia.
3 weeks ago in World
Pope will be admitted to hospital Tuesday for lung nodule surgery, Vatican says
The Vatican says Pope Leo XIV will be admitted to the hospital on Tuesday in the late morning, ahead of surgery to remove a lung nodule discovered during recent medical tests.
Former Smith Academy employee pleaded not guilty to child assault and battery charges
NORTHAMPTON, MA (FRANKLIN COUNTY NOW) — A former employee of Smith Academy, Allison Slysz, 32, of Hatfield, was arraigned and…
Orange Police Chief proposes camping bylaw
ORANGE, MA (FRANKLIN COUNTY NOW) — The Orange Police Chief, James Sullivan, is proposing a new bylaw pertaining to encampments…
Mahar Cancer Fund Run 5K returns
ORANGE, MA (FRANKLIN COUNTY NOW) — The Mahar Cancer Fund Fun Run 5K will begin at 9 a.m. at Ralph…
Ribbon cutting ceremony held for Fish Park playground
ATHOL, MA (FRANKLIN COUNTY NOW) — A ribbon cutting ceremony was held last week for a new playground at Fish…
Leverett resident petitioning for Pledge of Allegiance in public meetings
LEVERETT, MA (FRANKLIN COUNTY NOW) — A Leverett resident is building a petition to get a referendum on the next…
4 weeks ago in Sports, Trending
Mike Ditka, the quintessential Chicago Bear and a Pro Football Hall of Famer, dies at 86
Mike Ditka, who personified the toughness and grit of Chicago in a Hall of Fame career as a player and coach of the Bears and the leader of arguably the most dominant team in NFL history, has died. He was 86.
4 weeks ago in World
A magnitude 7.7 earthquake shakes Panama, prompting evacuations
A powerful magnitude 7.7 earthquake struck Panama on Friday morning, shaking buildings in the capital and prompting evacuations.
4 weeks ago in National
Isaias strengthens into a dangerous Category 3 hurricane on track toward the US Gulf Coast
Isaias strengthened Friday into a major hurricane as it headed toward the U.S. Gulf Coast, where final preparations were being made for potentially life-threatening storm surges and high winds.
4 weeks ago in Sports
Bucks entering uncertain new era as they adjust to life without Giannis Antetokounmpo
Tyler Herro understands the skepticism surrounding the Milwaukee Bucks now that they've traded away Giannis Antetokounmpo, the two-time MVP who led the franchise to its first title in half a century.
4 weeks ago in Entertainment, Music
Linkin Park documentary ‘Unshatter’ tracks band’s emotional return to recording, touring
For years after the death of frontman Chester Bennington, members of Linkin Park weren't sure if the band would — or should — continue to exist. The new documentary "Linkin Park: Unshatter" takes fans inside the uncertainty, grief and creative risk behind their return, including raw footage of early recording sessions, conversations and experimentation that eventually led to Emily Armstrong joining the group.
4 weeks ago in Entertainment
Lightsaber Darth Vader used in ‘I am your father’ duel in ‘Empire Strikes Back’ goes up for auction
In July, a lightsaber with Luke Skywalker's severed hand from "The Empire Strikes Back" sold for $3.75 million at auction, the highest price ever fetched for a prop used in a "Star Wars" film according to the auction house. Now, someone can buy the saber that did the severing.
Greenfield celebrates co-op month
GREENFIELD, MA (FRANKLIN COUNTY NOW) — The City of Greenfield is celebrating National Co-op Month this October, recognizing the vital…
United Way announces 2027 campaign co-chairs
GREENFIELD, MA (FRANKLIN COUNTY NOW) — The United Way of the Franklin & Hampshire Region has named local business leaders…
Domestic Violence awareness event coming to Los Tres Hermanos restaurant
GREENFIELD, MA (FRANKLIN COUNTY NOW) — The Franklin County and North Quabbin Domestic Violence Task Force and the Northwestern District…
Mass State Police announce ‘Operation Wicked Safe’
WESTON, MA (FRANKLIN COUNTY NOW) — Yesterday, the Massachusetts State Police and partner agencies announced Operation Wicked Safe, a multi-state…
