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This Quiet Massachusetts Lake Town Has Homes Listed For Under $150,000

Two bedrooms, one bathroom, and a price tag under $150,000. That combination still shows up in one small lake town in the Berkshires. Most of these budget listings are mobile and manufactured homes. Some affordable listings offer two bedrooms and one or two bathrooms, although larger homes generally cost considerably more.

Hinsdale, MA · 3d

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Buying Alcohol Will Be Difficult for Berkshire Residents Come Christmas

Because of the Massachusetts law, planning ahead is key.

Massachusetts · 5d

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Skip The Big City And Check Out This Massachusetts Town With Homes Under $170,000

Nobody ever looked at a Boston mortgage payment and thought, “yes, this is fine,” and that’s exactly why Holyoke, Massachusetts deserves your full and immediate attention. If you’ve been convinced that buying a home in Massachusetts means choosing between a shoebox near the city and a long...

Holyoke, MA · 4d

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Holyoke Health Center shutters doors for second day, citing safety concerns

HOLYOKE, Mass. (WGGB/WSHM) - Holyoke Health Center is closed for a second day in a row following a security threat that’s now under police investigation, and several patients have not gotten that message and are missing out on life-saving medications and appointments. Western Mass News has what we know about the closures, and how long they are supposed to last.

Holyoke, MA · 3d

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Animals rescued from Berkshire County property available for adoption

Several animals rescued by the MSPCA-Angell from a Berkshire County property over the summer are now up for adoption.

Berkshire County, MA · 1d

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Former nursing home supervisor faces a judge

Papy Bibo, a former nursing supervisor at Bickford Health Care Center in Windsor Locks, appeared in court on Thursday.

Windsor Locks, CT · 2d

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FACT Force addresses Northampton budget challenges

As Northampton faces tough budget choices in the coming years, a community task force is working this fall to bring more residents into the decision-making process and give them a voice in setting the city’s financial priorities. Mayor Gina-Louise Sciarra recently established the Northampton Fiscal Assessment Community Task Force,...

Northampton, MA · 2d

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South Hadley approves eight of 11 articles at Special Town Meeting

SOUTH HADLEY — The Nov. 9 special Town Meeting saw voting members gather at South Hadley High School, where the approved 8 out of 11 articles on the warrant. For Article 1, South Hadley Town Meeting members approved hearing a report from the Master Plan Implementation Committee. Town Meeting...

South Hadley, MA · 2d

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Some voters in a Massachusetts city rejected a new school, but the city faces $1.87 million a year

Some site and project expenses fall outside the state's reimbursement rules.

Greenfield, MA · 1d

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This Gorgeous State Park Might Just Be The Best-Kept Fishing Secret In Connecticut

Somewhere between the highway noise and the daily grind, Connecticut tucked away a little masterpiece in Simsbury, and most people have no idea it’s there. Stratton Brook State Park is that masterpiece, and it’s been sitting quietly in the woods, minding its own business, while the rest of the state drives past without stopping.

Simsbury, CT · 2d

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Three Connecticut towns could get fuel cell facilities. Vernon seeks a hearing

Dispatch Energy has filed petitions with the Connecticut Siting Council seeking to build fuel cell facilities in New London, Suffield and Vernon.

Vernon, CT · 2d

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Holyoke’s Jacki Reardon honored with O’Connell Award

HOLYOKE, Mass. (WWLP) – The St. Patrick’s Committee of Holyoke has named this year’s recipient of the George E. O’Connell Award. Committee members gathered at Elks Lodge 902 in Holyoke for the annual announcement, recognizing a longtime member whose dedication and contributions have helped support the parade and the organization’s fundraising efforts.

Holyoke, MA · 2d

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Opening Date Set For New Berkshire Wingstop Location In Pittsfield

Wingstop is bringing its wings and seasoned fries to 555 Hubbard Ave. in Pittsfield, the first in Berkshire County, with Google listing November 30th.

Pittsfield, MA · 3d

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Amherst Black Reparations Committee Elects Shabazz and Cage as Co-Chairs

Report on the meeting of the Amherst Black Reparations Committee, Nov. 12, 2026. This meeting was held over Zoom and was recorded. Committee members: Monica Cage, Sarah Crary, Andrew Grant-Thomas, Kelly Norris, Raphael Rogers, and Amilcar Shabazz. Staff: Paul Bockelman (town manager) and Philip Avila (assistant director of diversity, equity, and inclusion). Also present: Michele Miller (former co-chair, African Heritage Reparation Assembly)

Amherst, MA · 1d

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3rd Annual Christmas on High Street in Holyoke

(Mass Appeal) – Get into the holiday spirit in Holyoke with Christmas on High Street, a free, family-friendly celebration featuring festive fun, a community toy drive, and two days of holiday events to bring joy to local families!. Joining us to now to tell us more is Jazmin Acevedo,...

Holyoke, MA · 1d

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Servistar files Land Court appeal of denial of permit extension

WESTFIELD — Attorney Seth N. Stratton of Fitzgerald Law in East Longmeadow filed a complaint in the Hampden Land Court on Nov. 4 on behalf of Servistar Realities LLC against the members of the Westfield Planning Board, who were named in the complaint. Stratton said an appeal to the...

Westfield, MA · 1d

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Lines Abound; Berkshire Auto Shops are Getting Busy

Berkshire auto shops are getting busy as it's snow tire switch out season.

Berkshire County, MA · 3d

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Holyoke Planning Board to continue Walmart proposal discussion on Dec. 1

HOLYOKE — A site plan review for the proposed Walmart Supercenter at 2201 Northampton St. will continue on Dec. 1 after the Planning Board hosted a Nov. 10 public hearing on Zoom to review the proposed plan. Cypress Equities Managing Partner Don Bouvier, Bowler Engineering Project Manager Andrew Steiner...

Holyoke, MA · 1d

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Holyoke provides updates on major road, safety projects across the city

HOLYOKE — The city’s first roundabout, a major downtown street reconstruction project and continued work on the Center City Connector are among several infrastructure improvements moving forward across Holyoke, according to an update released on Tuesday by Mayor Joshua Garcia’s office. The projects are at various stages...

Holyoke, MA · 1d

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Town Will Realize Nearly $5 Million in Benefits from New School’s Sustainability Features

Report on the Meeting of the Elementary School Building Committee, Nov. 13, 2026. The Elementary School Building Committee’s (ESBC) most recent monthly meeting took place on Nov. 13, 2026, over Zoom and was recorded. Construction Update. Connor Palazzo from Accenture (Owner’s Project Manager) reported that the paving (roadway and...

Amherst, MA · 1d