Drone enthusiasts hope to keep state regulations grounded
Gov. Healey forms Anti-Hunger Task Force in response to federal SNAP cuts
Governor urges bar advocates to resume taking cases amid pay talks
Sportsman’s Corner: Learning about gun clubs
Legislature to consider bill for remote town meetings
Petersham Jams joins Fields & Forests Forever Music Fest
Road funding bill could be on fast track to House
State orders fire safety plans from assisted living centers
Soaked from below: Region confronts rising water tables unable to absorb water during more intense storms
WILLIAMSBURG — Instead of selling fresh, seafood-filled food on the busiest brunch weekend of the year, Williamsburg Snack Bar spent Mother’s Day pumping out 3 inches of water from its restaurant.
Advocates talk benefits of single-payer health care in Greenfield forum
GREENFIELD — Advocates for single-payer health care say creating a Massachusetts Healthcare Trust could save the state $37.36 billion in health insurance costs.
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Sports
First Annual Pars for a Purpose at Thomas Memorial raises nearly $20,000 for Cancer Connection
The First Annual Pars for a Purpose at Thomas Memorial was a smashing success.
80th Invitational Four Ball: Defending champs Wolanske and Donoghue seek third title 
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Bulletin Board: Frontier, Greenfield punch tickets to DRIVE League semifinals
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Columnist Judy Wagner: The artist’s gift — Nancy Schön’s art speaks her truth
If you have ever strolled through the Boston Public Garden among its beautiful trees, flowers and iconic swan boats, you have likely come across the Make Way for Ducklings sculpture featuring Mrs. Mallard and her eight ducklings. If you were with children, no doubt they immediately ran over to touch or sit astride the ducks, smiling widely. This sculpture is the best known work of Newton artist Nancy Schön, a warm and vibrant person I first met long before she was famous, when I was just starting college and she generously invited me to visit her home anytime I need a break from the dorm. She and her husband Don, a noted professor at the MIT Department of Urban Studies and Planning, welcomed me many times. It was early in her artistic career and I often observed her hard at work in the drawing space set up in the upstairs hallway, painstakingly making drawings of famous paintings, following the advice of a mentor who said “copy the masters.”
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Athol Police Logs, May 11 - June 9, 2025
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Arts & Life
‘Everybody wants to tell their story’: Ten historical societies participating in Hilltown History Trail, Aug. 2
History lovers take note: the fourth annual Hilltown History Trail will take place on Aug. 2.
Meet the Bluebird Lady of Birnam Road: Northfield resident shares avian hobby with neighbors
‘Like I'm standing in a room of giants’: Meet Elana Casey, new associate director of the Augusta Savage Gallery at UMass Amherst
Valley Bounty: The joy of blueberry season: Sobieski’s River Valley Farm in Whately has been growing blueberries since 1977
Celebrate Indigenous culture and history: 12th annual Pocumtuck Homelands Festival returns to Unity Park, Aug. 2Obituaries
Kenneth Fish
Kenneth "Scoop" Fish Athol, MA - With heavy hearts, we announce the passing of a remarkable man, Kenneth "Scoop" Fish, who left us on July 19, 2025. Born on June 23, 1968, in Athol, Massachusetts, Kenneth lived a life that was as vibrant... remainder of obit for Kenneth Fish
Charles W. Bachelder
ATHOL, MA - Charles W. "Chip" Bachelder, 80, of Chestnut Hill Avenue, went home to his Lord and Savior Jesus Christ late Wednesday evening, July 16, 2025 at the Odd Fellows Home in Worcester. Born in Gardner on May 7, 1945, he was the ... remainder of obit for Charles W. Bachelder
Gordon S. Lawrence
LEYDEN, MA - Gordon S. Lawrence ( Buddy), 62, of Leyden Mass., passed away suddenly on July 15th in Greenfield Mass. Gordon Lawrence was born in Fitchburg, Mass. to Clarence R and Charlotte J Lawrence. Buddy loved fishing, attending co... remainder of obit for Gordon S. Lawrence
Patricia A. Ploof
Athol, MA - Patricia Ploof, 76, died on Saturday, July 12, 2025. She leaves behind her husband of 54 years, Timothy Ploof, their son, David Ploof, and his wife, Keila, and her grandchildren, Michel Ploof and Fletcher Sheinheit. She also... remainder of obit for Patricia A. Ploof
