When Mount Ida College in Newton closed in 2018, it was abrupt. Students, faculty and staff weren’t given a heads up and transfer agreements weren’t created ahead of time.The closure “fell short of what is expected of a charitable board in meeting its obligations to...
TURNERS FALLS — Richard Martin doesn’t make very many easy decisions, but allowing a food pantry in the Franklin County Technical School he runs was a no-brainer.“It would have been foolish not to approve this,” said Martin, the school’s superintendent.There are more than 600 students...
NASHVILLE, Tenn. — The Oak Ridge Police Department will launch a body-worn camera program after state lawmakers announced $2.5 million in funding from Tennessee’s Violent Crime Intervention Fund. The appropriation will cover the purchase of cameras and related technology for the 57-officer agency that serves...
A Massachusetts man is getting another chance outside prison walls after getting his parole revoked in 2009. Wilson Morales was granted parole on May 14 after he pleaded guilty to murder in the second degree for the 1992 death of Pablo Sanchez. He was charged...
Dear Annie: I remarried a few years ago after losing my first wife, and my current wife also lost her husband. We both came into the marriage with grown children, and while blending two families always comes with challenges, most of the relationships have settled...
DEAR ABBY: I have been married for 44 years, and we have a married son and one grandson. My husband and I moved closer to our son and daughter-in-law five years ago. Once or twice a year, my husband reminds me that I “ruined his...
Dear Eric: I started a new job this year at age 58. I am working at a position which is much lower in wages and responsibilities than the last job I had. I know that my current colleagues will question my advanced age once they...
Dear Eric: I own a nice home with a pool. I have friends that often call me to ask me if I want to go lay out in the backyard or sometimes, they’ll just call and ask if they can come over to use the...
It’s time to grab your tickets and check to see if you’re a big winner! The Powerball lottery jackpot continues to rise after one lucky winner in California won $515 million in the March 29 drawing. Is this your lucky night?Here are Monday’s winning lottery...
HOLYOKE — Join local poet Mila (Shamiya) for a night of poetry, art and real expression at Camilla Café in Holyoke on Friday.This open mic-style event is all about good vibes, creativity, and connecting with talented artists in a judgment-free space.The event also will feature...
