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3 weeks ago in World
Nobel Prize in Physics goes to 3 scientists whose work advanced quantum technology
John Clarke, Michel H. Devoret and John M. Martinis won the Nobel Prize in Physics on Tuesday for research on the weird world of sub-atomic quantum tunneling that advances the power of everyday digital communications and computing.
Fire Prevention Week focuses on lithium-ion battery safety
Governor Maura Healey has declared this week to be Fire Prevention Week with a theme focusing on lithium-ion batteries in the home.
Moped accident in Greenfield Monday
Minor injuries were reported in a vehicle versus moped accident in Greenfield Monday evening.
Montague to vote on “apartheid-free community” resolution
Montague’s Selectboard has approved the warrant articles for the October 22nd Special Town Meeting.
No threat found at Northampton High School
No threats were found inside Northampton High School after reports came in Monday morning of a shooter with an AR-15 in the school library.
3 weeks ago in Sports
Yankees would accomplish a rare feat if they come back down 0-2 in best-of-5 series vs. Blue Jays
The Bellinger babies are among the few Yankees fans not stressed about New York's 0-2 deficit to Toronto in their AL Division Series. Caiden is 3 years old and sister Cy is 2.
3 weeks ago in Lifestyle
Cold-water immersion may offer health benefits — and also presents risks
Claims about the benefits of cold-water immersion date back centuries. Thomas Jefferson, the principal author of the Declaration of Independence and the third American president, wrote toward the end of his life about using a cold foot bath daily for 60 years. He also owned a book published in 1706 on the history of cold-water bathing.
3 weeks ago in Entertainment, Music
Rush announce reunion tour five years after the death of drummer Neil Peart
Five years after their influential drummer and lyricist Neil Peart died of glioblastoma, the Canadian band Rush have announced a reunion tour.
3 weeks ago in World
Greta Thunberg is among flotilla activists deported from Israel. Others remain in prison
Israeli authorities said Monday they deported to Greece and Slovakia another 171 people detained for taking part in a Gaza-bound aid flotilla, including prominent Swedish activist Greta Thunberg.
3 weeks ago in World
The Nobel Prize in medicine goes to 3 scientists for work on the human immune system
Mary E. Brunkow, Fred Ramsdell and Dr. Shimon Sakaguchi won the Nobel Prize in medicine Monday for their discoveries concerning peripheral immune tolerance.
3 weeks ago in Entertainment, Trending
Bad Bunny kicks off ‘SNL’ 51st season with a group of new faces and jabs at his Super Bowl critics
Bad Bunny kicked off the 51st season of "Saturday Night Live" with a few timely jokes about his next high-profile gig: the Super Bowl.
3 weeks ago in Sports
Drake Maye leads Patriots to 23-20 win over Bills, leaving NFL without an unbeaten team
Receiver Stefon Diggs is quite comfortable putting on a show in Buffalo. The big difference on Sunday night was doing so for the Bills' division rival New England Patriots.
3 weeks ago in Sports
Julio Rodríguez lifts Mariners over Tigers 3-2, Seattle takes Game 2 of ALDS to even series
Julio Rodríguez came through in a big moment for the Seattle Mariners. Rodríguez hit a tiebreaking RBI double in the eighth inning and the Mariners beat the Detroit Tigers 3-2 in Game 2 of their AL Division Series on Sunday to even the series.
3 weeks ago in Entertainment
‘The Walking Dead’ comes alive in auction for 15-year anniversary
The eerie zombies from "The Walking Dead" first stepped into viewers' living rooms on Halloween nearly 15 years ago, unknowingly ushering in a new era for the horror genre. Fans are getting a chance to own some of the franchise's most coveted items.
Hadley garage fire caused by reigniting smoking materials
The two-alarm garage fire that damaged a Hadley home last Tuesday was started accidentally with smoking materials, according to the Hadley Fire Chief and State Fire Marshal, who determined the fire began in the rear of the attic above the garage.
Erving seeking School Committee replacement
The Erving School Committee has a vacancy for an elected position which the town is looking to fill until the Annual Town Election in 2026.
Multiple weekend motorcycle accidents reported
Several motorcycle accidents occurred over the weekend on major roadways in Franklin County.
Skydiver injured over the weekend
This weekend a medical helicopter was called in to transport an injured skydiver to a hospital.
Athol man sentenced to several years state prison after violating probation
39 year-old Christopher Mundell of Athol was sentenced in Franklin County Superior Court to state prison Friday.
4 weeks ago in Lifestyle
Mini-meditations are a way to foster peace of mind at work
The idea of meditating can be intimidating. Beginners may imagine sitting uncomfortably in silence while breathing deeply and scrubbing all thoughts from their minds. The prospect of trying those techniques at work may feel embarrassing.
