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4 days ago in Lifestyle
Plastic bags don’t go in the recycling bin. What should you do instead?
Soft, stretchy plastics can make up grocery bags, bubble wrap and more. They're impossible to avoid and harder still to properly dispose of. If thrown in the trash, they can take up to hundreds of years to degrade in landfills and release harmful microplastics into the environment.
4 days ago in Sports
Aaron Rodgers says the 2026 NFL season will be his last: ‘This is it’
Aaron Rodgers took his time before deciding he wanted to come back for a 22nd season. The Pittsburgh Steelers quarterback already has made up his mind about a 23rd: There won't be one.
4 days ago in World
US announces charges against former Cuban leader Raúl Castro in 1996 aircraft shootdown
Federal prosecutors on Wednesday announced charges against former Cuban President Raúl Castro in the 1996 downing of civilian planes flown by Miami-based exiles as the Trump administration escalated pressure on the island's socialist government.
4 days ago in Sports
Rousey’s return draws US-record MMA viewership for Netflix
The first live MMA event broadcast on Netflix — featuring a double-comeback bout between Ronda Rousey and Gina Carano — attracted the most U.S. viewers in the sport's history.
4 days ago in Entertainment
Stephen Colbert’s long goodbye is coming to an end, leaving a void
On his very first time hosting "The Late Show" back in 2015, Stephen Colbert ripped into Donald Trump while gorging on Oreos, likening his inability to resist the cookies to his inability to resist going after the then-presidential candidate.
Greenfield ambulance services uninterrupted after help from neighbors
Greenfield Fire was able to seamlessly continue offering ambulatory services after mechanical issues took the Ambulance 1 out of service for repairs.
Federal investigation leads to arrests in Gardner drug trafficking ring
The United State’s Attorney’s Office has reported that eighteen people nationwide have been arrested following an investigation into an alleged drug trafficking and money laundering operation which was centered in Gardner.
Deerfield patrols up after paving
At the request of several Deerfield residents, police will be increasing patrols of newly paved roads which may increase the speed of motorists.
Traffic stop in Greenfield turns into pursuit
A traffic stop conducted by State Police on I-91 northbound in Greenfield turned into a foot chase when a passenger took off into the woods.
Greenfield City Council to vote on resolution for rent control
Greenfield City Council is expected to vote on a resolution this evening that would voice the city’s support of legislation and a ballot petition proposing rent control measures in Massachusetts.
Accident backing up traffic on I-91 North at Exit 46 in Greenfield
GREENFIELD, MA (FRANKLIN COUNTY NOW) — A motor vehicle accident has backed up traffic on Interstate 91 North in Greenfield…
Summer Eats programs receive $535K in state funding
The Healey-Driscoll Administration announced Monday that they have awarded a total of $535,000 in state funding to 55 organizations that sponsor and operate Summer Eats meal sites across Massachusetts.
Idaho woman pleaded guilty in Orange larceny case
On Monday, an Idaho woman pleaded guilty to larceny, in relation to the 2023 events where the Town of Orange was sent fake invoices costing the Town $68,000.
Nolumbeka project raising funds for counter sculpture to Capt. Turner monument
The Nolumbeka Project has announced plans to raise $50,000 to place a sculpture on Route 2 that will depict the Native American perspective of the Great Falls Massacre.
Man sentenced in rape, trafficking case
Corey Griswold, 36, of Northampton, was sentenced to 5 to 7 years in state prison
Memorial Day parade and ceremony begins at 10 a.m. in Greenfield
he City of Greenfield and the Upper Pioneer Valley Veterans' Services District will recognize Memorial Day on Monday, May 25th
5 days ago in Sports, Trending
Billie Jean King, 82, earns a college degree 65 years after starting at Cal State LA
Billie Jean King raised her right arm in triumph. Not for another victory on the tennis court. This time, she was celebrating earning a college degree 65 years after she first took classes.
5 days ago in Sports
The future has arrived for the Canadiens, who won two Game 7s and advanced to East finals
Canadiens defenseman Mike Matheson was no different than any Montreal hockey fan, increasingly impatient over talk of the team's promising potential. Turns out, the future has arrived perhaps a little ahead of schedule, and propelled by forward Alex Newhook's knack for scoring Game 7 playoff series-clinching goals.
5 days ago in World
Congo reports sharp rise in Ebola cases as WHO worries about outbreak’s scale and speed
The World Health Organization director-general openly worried Tuesday over the "scale and speed" of an outbreak of a rare type of Ebola in eastern Congo, where authorities reported a sharp increase in suspected deaths — to at least 131 — and over 500 suspected cases.
5 days ago in National
What to watch in Tuesday’s primaries as Trump’s endorsement is put to the test
Is there a future in politics for Republicans who cross President Donald Trump? The signs this year suggest no, and Trump has convinced his voters to defeat his adversaries again and again.
