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Saying ‘no to authoritarianism’: Estimated 600 protesters convene for ‘No Kings Day’ in Orange
ORANGE — The nationwide “No Kings Day” protests brought an estimated 600 people to Memorial Park over the weekend as residents came together to voice opposition to a range of policies under the Trump administration.
Adoption event to rehome 147 animals taken from Orange property proves popular
ORANGE — An Orange resident is the subject of a Massachusetts Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals’ Law Enforcement investigation after the April removal of 147 animals on the property, many of which have since been adopted.
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Athol Police Logs, May 11 - June 9, 2025
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Sports
Krasco takes silver at New England Track & Field Championships
The 2025 New England Interscholastic Outdoor Track and Field Championship took place at Veterans Stadium in New Britain, Connecticut over the weekend, with Mahar’s Mitchell Krasco putting together another impressive performance against the best athletes in the region.
1,000 strikeouts, countless memories: Western Mass. pitching greats take their final bows
Bulletin Board: Pipione’s wins Newt Guilbault title
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Pioneer walks off in extras to win first state baseball title, finish perfect season (PHOTOS)Opinion
My Turn: Any regrets?
Good news. Inflation is basically gone, the economy is roaring, and America is “hot” again. I know this because Donald Trump said so. And he’s a man of his word. Just ask his wives. Or bankruptcy lawyers.
Guest columnist John Berkowitz: Ukraine War — If we don’t face the music, it could blow up in our faces
Doug Selwyn: Democracy is not dead
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A quick daily flip. Finally, someone cracked the code on digital jigsaw puzzles.
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Police Logs
Athol Police Logs, April 16 – April 26, 2025
10:45 a.m. - Report of a party going through a company’s mail. Made contact with the male party who stated he was checking for his own mail. Male party was located in his Mercedes in the back of the building. Party left the property shortly after.
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Arts & Life
Something red for Juneteenth: ‘The backbone of Juneteenth festivities has always been the table’
Thursday is June 19, also known as Juneteenth, Freedom Day, Emancipation Day, or Manumission Day.
‘Meant to only last the summer’: Amherst artist’s wheatpaste murals among those now decorating Montague
Valley Bounty: New farm with an old-fashioned feel: Moody Family Farm in Bernardston opens their farm stand this month
Move over, Dr. Dolittle: Belchertown resident shares her menagerie and helps heal animals
Catharsis meets comedy: ‘Customers From Hell’ show will premiere at the Shea Theater on Sunday, June 15Obituaries
Norma H. Lively
Athol, MA - Norma H. Lively of 68 Harrington Street, Athol, MA died Wednesday, June 11, 2025 at Quabbin Valley Health Care with her family by her side after several months of declining health. She was born in Athol, MA on August 25, 19... remainder of obit for Norma H. Lively
Jane Soderman
Jane (Evashousky) Soderman ATHOL, MA - Jane Evashousky "Ersey" Soderman Jane Evashousky "Ersey" Soderman, 90, passed away peacefully, surrounded by loved ones, on Saturday afternoon, May 17, 2025 at Alliance Health at Baldwinville Nursi... remainder of obit for Jane Soderman
Monica S. Bond
Monica S. (Calluzzo) Bond ATHOL, MA - In Loving Memory of Monica Sophia Calluzzo Bond A force of love, grace, and resilience, Monica passed away peacefully, reunited at last with the love of her life, John. Their love story - one of loy... remainder of obit for Monica S. Bond
Jane Soderman
ATHOL, MA - Jane Evashousky "Ersey" Soderman, 90, passed away peacefully, surrounded by loved ones, on Saturday afternoon, May 17, 2025 at Alliance Health at Baldwinville Nursing Home in Templeton, Ma. She was born to Paul "Paulie" and... remainder of obit for Jane Soderman
