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3 weeks ago in National
National Parks to raise fees for millions of international tourists to popular US parks
The National Park Service said Tuesday it is going to start charging the millions of international tourists who visit U.S. parks each year an extra $100 to enter some of the most popular sites, while leaving them out of fee-free days that will be reserved for American residents.
3 weeks ago in National, Trending
Trump spares turkeys — but not his political opponents — at annual pardoning ceremony
President Donald Trump didn't bring much holiday cheer Tuesday when bestowing ceremonial pardons on two Thanksgiving turkeys, dispensing more insults than goodwill at the traditional White House ritual.
3 weeks ago in Entertainment
How Jessie Buckley and Paul Mescal found the emotional power of ‘Hamnet’
In "Hamnet," Chloé Zhao's adaptation of Maggie O'Farrell's prizewinning 2020 novel, Paul Mescal plays William Shakespeare and Jessie Buckley his wife, Agnes. It's a fictional, speculative drama with basis in historical fact.
3 weeks ago in Sports
More flag-planting celebrations could be in store for college football’s rivalry week
Coaches, players, administrators and maybe even security will be on high alert in hopes of dissuading or even preventing flag plantings that wreaked havoc during rivalry week in 2024.
3 weeks ago in Lifestyle, Trending
What’s open on Thanksgiving? Not much, as many stores rest — or prepare — ahead of Black Friday
With Thanksgiving and the formal launch of the holiday shopping season this week, Americans will again gather for Turkey Day meals before knocking off items on their Christmas gift lists.
3 weeks ago in Sports, Trending
Under a cloud, the Olympic flame begins its journey to the Milan Cortina Winter Olympics
The Olympic flame began its journey Wednesday to the Milan Cortina Winter Games — missing a little of its usual magic. Bad weather lashing western Greece forced organizers to move the torch-lighting ceremony indoors, from Olympia's ancient stadium and temples to a nearby museum.
Greenfield prepares Salvation Army warming center for the winter
The city of Greenfield is preparing for harsh winter weather conditions and will be reopening the overnight warming center at the Chapman Street Salvation Army whenever a wind chill advisory goes into effect for at least three hours.
Construction begins on Orange water tower
Work on the new water tower on Governor Dukakis Drive in Orange has officially begun.
Avery Brook Road closed in emergency announcement
Avery Brook Road in Heath is closed to all through-traffic, according to an emergency announcement from the Heath Highway Superintendent.
Two perished in house fire, son arrested on murder charges
The two individuals who were found deceased in their North Adams residence during a fire on Monday, have been identified as Venture and Donald Hazard.
Athol man in alleged stabbing incident expected back in court today
Athol man, Jack Newbrough, was arraigned Friday on charges stemming from an alleged assault on a related female victim with a kitchen knife.
Patriots kicker comes to Turners Falls for turkey distribution event: “Let’s do this”
New England Patriots rookie placekicker Andres "Andy" Borregales was recently presented with a unique situation where he could utilize his built-in desire to help others. Borregales, who was born in Venezuela and came with his family to south Florida as a one-year-old, was told of the food insecurity issues in one of farther reaches of Patriots Nation: Franklin County. An opportunity was put forth to hold a turkey distribution event in Turners Falls, and Borregales' response came quickly: "Let's do this".
3 weeks ago in Lifestyle
Be ready to shine before guests arrive: 4 most common home maintenance mistakes to avoid this holiday season
Vectra Mechanical reports common home maintenance mistakes to avoid this winter, including HVAC checks, plumbing winterization, insulation, and electrical safety.
RMV warns public about outstanding bill scam
The Massachusetts Registry of Motor Vehicles is alerting the public to a scam currently circulating which involves texts stating a person owes money for outstanding motor vehicle violations and that the individual should contact the RMV immediately.
Hatfield Tree Farm celebrates Governor’s “Green Friday” declaration
Governor Maura Healey has declared Friday, November 28th, 2025 as “Green Friday.”
Two found deceased in North Adams fire
A house fire claimed two lives in North Adams Monday Morning.
JingleFest returns to downtown Greenfield this December
The city of Greenfield will be hosting JingleFest again on December 5th and 6th in downtown Greenfield.
3 weeks ago in Sports, Trending
Portland Trail Blazers coach Chauncey Billups pleads not guilty in rigged poker games case
Portland Trail Blazers coach Chauncey Billups, a member of the Basketball Hall of Fame, pleaded not guilty Monday to charges he profited from rigged poker games involving several Mafia figures and at least one other ex-NBA player.
Former inmate sentenced to 10 years after guilty plea
A former inmate at the Franklin County Jail was sentenced Friday after he pleaded guilty to multiple counts of solicitation to commit a felony.
3 weeks ago in National
One of the 1921 Tulsa Race Massacre’s last survivors, Viola Ford Fletcher, dies at age 111
Viola Ford Fletcher, who as one of the last survivors of the 1921 Tulsa Race Massacre in Oklahoma spent her later years seeking justice for the deadly attack by a white mob on the thriving Black community where she lived as a child, has died. She was 111.
