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2 weeks ago in National
Northeast sees more snow from the tail end of a colossal winter storm, at least 13 deaths reported
The U.S. workweek opened with yet more snow dumping on the Northeast under the tail end of a colossal winter storm that brought ice and power outages, impassable roads, canceled flights and frigid cold to much of the southern and eastern United States. At least 13 weather-related deaths have been reported.
2 weeks ago in National, Trending
A federal judge is set to hear arguments on Minnesota’s immigration crackdown after fatal shootings
A federal judge will hear arguments Monday on whether she should at least temporarily halt the immigration crackdown in Minnesota that has led to the fatal shootings of two people by government officers.
FRTA will not operate on Monday due to storm
The FRTA made the decision to not be in operation on Monday due to the snowstorm. The Olver Transit Center and administrative office will also be closed on Monday.
Road closures begin as storm weather rolls in
According to the Northfield Police Department, Maple Street/Gulf Road and South Mountain Road are closed to through traffic
STORM UPDATE: Rollover reported on Interstate 91 North
Snowfall and deteriorating road conditions resulted in a rollover accident on Interstate 91 North in Greenfield.
Major Winter Storm poised to hit Franklin County–Winter Storm Warning in effect
The biggest and most impactful storm in several years is predicted to hit our area Sunday, with snowfall in excess of one foot expected before the storm winds down on Monday.
3 weeks ago in Sports
College Football Playoff to remain at 12 teams after SEC and Big Ten fail to agree on expansion
The College Football Playoff resolved a few of its thorny issues Friday — including how to deal with Notre Dame — but left the toughest one unresolved, staying at 12 teams for next year and failing to expand the postseason to 16 or more.
3 weeks ago in Entertainment
Review confirms journalist Hunter S. Thompson’s 2005 death was a suicide
A review of the 2005 shooting death of journalist Hunter S. Thompson has confirmed authorities' original finding that his death was a suicide, Colorado investigators said Friday.
3 weeks ago in Lifestyle
What to know about FDA’s review of new Zyn advertising proposal
Americans who smoke may soon be hearing a lot more about Zyn, the flavored nicotine pouches that have generated billions in sales while going viral on social media.
3 weeks ago in Entertainment, Trending
TikTok finalizes a deal to form a new American entity
TikTok has finalized a deal to create a new American entity, avoiding the looming threat of a ban in the United States that has been in discussion for years on the platform now used by more than 200 million Americans.
3 weeks ago in National, Trending
Former Olympic snowboarder on FBI’s most-wanted list is arrested in Mexico, faces drug charges
Former Canadian Olympic snowboarder Ryan Wedding, a top FBI fugitive, was arrested in Mexico and on Friday was flown to the U.S. to face charges related to running a multinational drug trafficking ring and the killing of a federal witness.
3 weeks ago in National
Police arrest protesters at airport as Minnesota gears up for anti-immigration enforcement protest
Police arrested about 100 clergy demonstrating against immigration enforcement at Minnesota's largest airport Friday, organizers estimated, as thousands gathered, despite Arctic temperatures, in downtown Minneapolis to protest the Trump administration's crackdown.
The Salvation Army and City of Greenfield Open Warming Center
A Warming Center has been opened in Greenfield in advance of the biggest storm of the winter season to date. The City of Greenfield, in partnership with the Salvation Army of Greenfield, will offer shelter for residents looking to get out of the plunging temperatures.
Ashfield to hold Lighted Boat Parade this September
Ashfield will be holding a Lighted Boat Parade this fall on Ashfield Lake as a celebration of art, culture, and the rural landscape.
Presentations on preserving Leverett’s old library coming February
Public forums are coming up on February 7th at 2 p.m. and February 12th at 6 p.m. for Leverett’s Field Building, the Leverett Family Museum and old library.
3 weeks ago in Entertainment
Stars and the public say a final goodbye to fashion icon Valentino at a Rome funeral
Global fashion celebrities joined the public on Friday morning to say goodbye to iconic designer Valentino at his funeral service in Rome, at the central Basilica di Santa Maria degli Angeli e dei Martiri.
Leverett Selectboard signs ‘Declaration Defending Our Democracy’
In December, the Leverett Selectboard signed their “Declaration Defending Our Democracy,”
3 weeks ago in Sports
Carlos Alcaraz wins third-round match but loses ‘drop-shot battle’ at Australian Open
Carlos Alcaraz had to acknowledge that while he won the third-round match, he lost the battle of the drop shots against Corentin Moutet. That could be a first for the 22-year-old Spaniard, who grew up relentlessly practicing his drop shots and is now at the Australian Open chasing a career Grand Slam.
Carbon monoxide concerns mount during heating season
The Wendell Fire Department has responded to two residences in the past several weeks where dangerously high carbon monoxide levels were present.
Montague launches new emergency alert system ahead of incoming storm
The Town of Montague is ready to launch their new Emergency Alert System, Rave Alerts, designed to allow the town to communicate with residents and business owners about timely, critical information during emergencies and other important situations.
