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I write after hearing and seeing our current president’s inappropriate response shortly after the air tragedy over the Potomac River. While beginning his remarks in a consoling manner, he quickly devolved into his usual custom of blaming others including Presidents Obama and Biden, along with DEI (diversity, equity, and inclusion) initiatives in government. All this blather without really knowing anything of the facts of the situation or the people involved. How unlike a leader.
By CHRIS LARABEE
SOUTH DEERFIELD — After receiving numerous letters against proposed graduation requirements, the Frontier Regional School District School Committee Tuesday evening tabled a measure that would require students to still pass the MCAS or a similar standardized test to graduate.
CONWAY — Residents are invited to Town Hall at 6:30 p.m. on Wednesday, Feb. 19, for a community forum regarding the decommissioning of streetlights in town.
By ANNIE CHEATHAM
I just read the Feb. 1 article “Board sees no easy answers on phones in school.” I am a freshman at Frontier Regional High School.
I am eager to thank the Franklin County Continuing the Political Revolution (FCCPR) for their very fine gathering on Saturday, Jan 18 at the Second Congregational Church in Greenfield. The event was entitled “Our Projects for 2025” and it coincided with the Women’s March in Washington, D.C.
By DONALD JORALEMON
By ANTHONY CAMMALLERI
A group of Pioneer Valley residents testified before the Executive Office of Housing and Livable Communities at a public hearing on Friday aimed at garnering feedback on the state’s draft regulations on accessory dwelling units, or ADUs.
By CHRIS LARABEE
SOUTH DEERFIELD — Frontier Regional School administrators pitched their revised graduation requirement proposal to the School Committee this week, as schools around the state prepare for the fallout of Question 2.
By CHRIS LARABEE
Editor’s note: To mark the start of a new year, the Greenfield Recorder is publishing stories about what Franklin County residents can likely expect to see happening in their towns in 2025. When the calendar flipped to 2024, Conway and Deerfield were...
By CHRIS LARABEE
CONWAY — The future of Baker’s Country Store was in doubt over the summer following a deluge of rain that damaged the river embankment, crushed the septic tank and washed away a portion of the parking lot.The town staple is no longer in jeopardy,...
By DONALD JORALEMON
The social media response to the assassination of UnitedHealthcare’s CEO Brian Thompson in Manhattan on Dec. 4 was both deplorable and understandable. He quickly became a symbol for the anger and frustration of millions of Americans who have been...
By ADA DENENFELD KELLY
Two Pioneer Valley maple syrup producers were recently recognized among the best of the best at the annual North American Maple Syrup Council competition, held this year in Portland, Maine.Howard and Jeanne Boyden of Boyden Brothers Maple in Conway...
Friends of the Field Memorial Library Giving Tree up through Dec. 18 CONWAY — The Friends of the Field Memorial Library’s Giving Tree is now up for residents, as the group seeks to support the Hilltown Churches Food Pantry and families for the fourth...
By CHRIS LARABEE
SOUTH DEERFIELD — With the scope and price of Frontier Regional School’s fire alarm replacement project changing, requests are coming before each of the four community’s selectboards to allocate more money.The district previously allocated $200,000 of...
By DONALD JORALEMON
There is no shortage of post-election speculation about the causes of Kamala Harris’ loss as Democrats wring hands and panic over the future of the party. It is generally an overreaction.Trump’s success was not the landslide he has claimed; many of...
By DOMENIC POLI
Despite the presidential election having passed, reports of stolen or damaged political lawn signs appear to be continuing in some areas of Franklin County.After a rash of incidents on Montague and Old Wendell roads, Shutesbury Police Chief Kristin...
By CHRIS LARABEE
SOUTH DEERFIELD — Head on through the saloon doors and meet Ernest and Ernest at Frontier Regional School this weekend, as the theater program throws a western twist on Oliver Wilde’s 1895 classic “The Importance of Being Earnest.” Attendees are...
By CHRIS LARABEE
SOUTH DEERFIELD — As schools continue to address the mental and social-emotional needs of students following the pandemic, Frontier Regional School is inviting parents and caregivers to a presentation featuring a specialist who focuses on anxiety...
By CHRIS LARABEE
Restoration of Elmer’s Store in Ashfield, roadwork around the region and downtown management services in three towns around Franklin County are on the way thanks to more than $10.3 million in grants coming to Franklin County and the North Quabbin,...
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