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Parking enforcement suspended in downtown Athol
The Athol Selectboard voted this week to temporarily make downtown parking free in metered spots for at least the next two weeks as construction downtown in the Lord Pond Plaza is resulting in increased parking needs on Main Street and Exchange Street.
Schools respond to concerns around student information sharing
Concerns were raised by families of Greenfield Public Schools after a photo of a school form from a back-to-school packet circulated across the internet stating that due to a “new law” schools would be sharing junior and senior student names, address and phone number with military recruiters unless parents complete the form to opt out.
4 days ago in Entertainment, Music
Justin Bieber announces ‘Swag ll’ will arrive Friday
Never say never... again? In July, Justin Bieber surprised fans by releasing his seventh studio album, "Swag," hours after he teased it on billboards and social media posts. It turns out, he wasn't done yet. On Thursday morning, Bieber shared that "Swag II" will arrive on Friday.
4 days ago in Entertainment, Trending
Giorgio Armani, who dressed the powerful and famous from boardroom to Hollywood, dies at 91
Giorgio Armani, the iconic Italian designer who turned the concept of understated elegance into a multibillion-dollar fashion empire, died Thursday, his fashion house confirmed. He was 91.
4 days ago in Sports
For decades, US Open women’s champs got a smaller replica trophy than the men. Now they’re equal
Coco Gauff was surprised at how much tinier the replica trophy she got to keep after winning this year's French Open was than the trophy she posed with on court at Roland-Garros for all the world to see. She even did a TikTok about the discrepancy, drawing more than 2 million views.
4 days ago in National
Trump will host top tech CEOs except Musk at a White House dinner
President Donald Trump will host a high-powered list of tech CEOs for a dinner at the White House on Thursday night. The guest list is set to include Microsoft cofounder Bill Gates, Apple CEO Tim Cook, Meta CEO Mark Zuckerberg and a dozen other executives from the biggest artificial intelligence and tech firms, according to the White House.
4 days ago in Lifestyle
Moms’ careers and personal time are hit hard by school drop-off demands, a poll finds
About one-third of parents say taking their kids to school has caused them to miss work, according to the poll. Roughly 3 in 10 say they've been prevented from seeking or taking work opportunities. And 11% say school transportation has even caused them to lose a job.
4 days ago in Sports
Angel Reese voices frustration with Chicago Sky’s losing season
The two-time WNBA All-Star told the Chicago Tribune that she "might have to move in a different direction and do what's best for me" if the team doesn't improve its outlook.
4 days ago in Lifestyle, Trending
Powerball jackpot jumps to $1.7 billion after another night without a big winner
The Powerball jackpot has jumped to an eye-popping $1.7 billion, after yet another drawing passed without a big winner Wednesday. The numbers selected were: 3, 16, 29, 61 and 69, with the Powerball number being 22.
2025 Pigskin Preview: local high school & New England Patriots schedules, Bear Country Broadcast Schedule
The 2025 Pigskin Preview is here! The latest edition of this annual publication has all the area high school football…
CSO to provide behavioral, mental health care to children insured by MassHealth
For the first time in the past decade, the MassHealth network is expanding to provide home and community based services for children with behavioral, emotional and mental health needs.
Greenfield City Council finalizes Hope Street lot ballot question
The Greenfield City Council held a Special Meeting Wednesday evening to discuss the ballot question in regards to the citizens' petition against the Council's vote to authorize the Mayor to sell the Hope Street parking lot.
Athol Senior Center temporarily closed
The Athol Senior Center has been closed Wednesday and will remain so until Monday, September 22nd while construction is underway in the parking lot that makes the entrance unsafe at this time.
COVID-19 boosters to be available at CVS, Walgreens locations
Senator Jo Comerford has given an update on COVID-19 booster vaccine availability in Massachusetts after constituents reached out with concerns around receiving this year's updated booster shot.
New boat launch opens on the Millers River
Nearly seven miles of the Millers River in Athol has been made accessible for recreation with the opening of a new kayak and canoe launch with shore fishing and a parking lot.
Fair Kickoff Parade set for Thursday; which roads will be closed?
GREENFIELD, MA (FRANKLIN COUNTY NOW) — The annual Franklin County Fair is just about here. Four days of fun is…
A sure sign of fall in Franklin County: apple season is here!
Autumn in Franklin County: The Beginning of Apple Season As summer wanes, Franklin County comes alive with the freshest hues…
5 days ago in World
Lorena becomes a hurricane off the western coast of Mexico as Kiko travels over open waters
Hurricane Lorena formed off the coast of Mexico's Baja California peninsula and a tropical storm warning has been issued for parts for of the area, forecasters said Wednesday.
5 days ago in Entertainment
5 new cast members join ‘Saturday Night Live’ after high-profile departures
Five new cast members will join the upcoming season of "Saturday Night Live," NBC announced Tuesday on the heels of several high-profile departures.
5 days ago in Entertainment
Cardi B wins case filed by security guard who claimed rapper assaulted her
A jury gave Cardi B a quick and absolute victory Tuesday at a trial in the lawsuit of a security guard who alleged the rap star assaulted her at a doctor's office during her then-secret first pregnancy.
