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1 week ago in World
At least 160 killed and hundreds missing after flash floods in Nepal and China
Massive flash floods in a border area of Nepal and China on Wednesday killed at least 160 people and left hundreds of tourists, workers and others missing after sweeping through communities and bringing travel in some areas to a halt. Experts said an avalanche from a glacier was the likely cause in the warming Himalaya region.
1 week ago in Sports
Olympic champion Alysa Liu takes season off after Milan gold, promises her return to the ice
Olympic figure skating champion Alysa Liu is taking the season off following her triumph in Milan. This time, she is certain she will be back.
1 week ago in Entertainment, Trending
Dolly Parton built a better world, with rhinestones and songs
There are few inalienable truths: Everyone was born, everyone will die, and everyone loved Dolly Parton. Larger-than-life at 5-foot-nothing, the country star, actor, philanthropist, entrepreneur and theme park enthusiast who died Tuesday, transcended celebrity in rhinestones and fringe.
Greenfield sees record breaking month for recycling
GREENFIELD, MA (FRANKLIN COUNTY NOW) — The City of Greenfield has recently completed a transition to single-stream recycling with autmoated…
Greenfield seeking proposals for community preservation projects
GREENFIELD, MA (FRANKLIN COUNTY NOW) — The Greenfield Community Preservation Committee is seeking proposals for projects requesting Community Preservation Act…
New Bernardston Fire Station ready for service
BERNARDSTON, MA (FRANKLIN COUNTY NOW) — Congressman Jim McGovern shared on Tuesday at the ribbon-cutting ceremony, that Bernardston secured $1…
South Hadley residents to vote on new tax increase proposal
SOUTH HADLEY, MA (FRANKLIN COUNTY NOW) — A tax increase vote is coming back to South Hadley on the September…
Shelburne Police updating officers’ phone system
SHELBURNE, MA (FRANKLIN COUNTY NOW) — The Shelburne Police Department will now be acquiring town-issued cellphones after a vote from…
1 week ago in National
Pennsylvania reports first 2 measles deaths in the US this year, both people unvaccinated
Two unvaccinated Pennsylvania residents have died after being infected with measles, the first U.S. deaths this year related to the contagious virus. State health officials announced the deaths Tuesday. They did not reveal any details about the people who died, other than that they lived in Lancaster County, west of Philadelphia.
1 week ago in Entertainment, Trending
Dolly Parton, music star, actor and beloved figure who spanned generations has died at 80
Dolly Parton, the country music icon whose soaring vibrato vocals, poignant songwriting and sparkling costumes defined her rise from a log cabin in the Tennessee mountains to the height of stardom and acclaim, has died. She was 80 years old.
Mahar district agreement under review by subcommittee
ORANGE, MA (FRANKLIN COUNTY NOW) — The Ralph C. Mahar Regional School District subcommittee revuewing the regional agreement has begun…
Athol recieves replica Declaration of Independence
ATHOL, MA (FRANKLIN COUNTY NOW) — The Athol Selectboard accepted a replica of the Declaration of Independence at their meeting…
Erving housing project prepares to go out to bid
ERVING, MA (FRANKLIN COUNTY NOW) — The affordable housing complex proposed for Erving is preparing to go out to bid.…
Fines up to $2K for failure to stop for school buses
GREENFIELD, MA (FRANKLIN COUNTY NOW) — AAA is working to ensure student safety by reminding the community of the penalties…
Governor sends third crew to fight Minnesota wildfires
BOSTON, MA (FRANKLIN COUNTY NOW) — From the office of Governor Maura Healey and Lt. Governor Kim Driscoll, the Department…
Massachusetts sending more firefighters to help in Minnesota wildfires
As wildfires continue in northern Minnesota, Massachusetts Governor Maura Healey is sending more assistance to the effort.
Sunderland Dollar General hearing set for Sept. 3
The hearing on a proposed Dollar General Store in Sunderland will resume on September 3.
Poll: Bay State voters invested in ballot questions
Massachusetts voters have seemingly strong interest--and opinions-on the November ballot questions, according to new polling.
Erving planned housing project nears construction
A planned housing project in Erving is nearing the construction phase. A funding gap of roughly $650,000 remains, however
2 weeks ago in Sports
Angel Reese breaks WNBA record with 26 rebounds against Sparks, sets single-season record as well
Angel Reese rebounded her way into the record books not once, but twice in one night. Reese set a WNBA record with 26 rebounds in the Atlanta Dream's 78-71 win over the Los Angeles Sparks on Monday, pushing her past the season record in the same game.
