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GREENFIELD — City officials, local advocates and legislators will join the community on the Greenfield Common on Friday morning for the annual flag raising in recognition of National Child Abuse Prevention Month. “It’s a signature event for the...

GREENFIELD — In commemoration of Palestine’s Land Day, local activists will stage a demonstration on the Greenfield Common on Saturday from 11 a.m. to noon.According to Sherrill Hogen, a member of the local Palestine solidarity group Kairos/Franklin...

GREENFIELD — Precinct 3 Councilor Virginia “Ginny” DeSorgher has announced she is running for mayor in the upcoming election, making her the first candidate who has officially announced their candidacy.“Greenfield is at a turning point,” DeSorgher...

GREENFIELD — With a full year having passed since the start of Russia’s invasion of Ukraine, Franklin County residents continue to speak up seeking peace.About 20 people braved the below-freezing temperatures on the Greenfield Common on Saturday,...

By MARY BYRNE GREENFIELD — This weekend marks the Winter Carnival’s return, with a packed schedule of events to celebrate the annual festival’s 101st anniversary.“One of our favorite things about this event is it is multiple days, so whether you...

GREENFIELD — Passersby in the downtown area may have noticed the signs advocating for peace that are popping up in storefront windows as part of a collaborative effort among Greenfield business owners.“‘Greenfield Shops for Peace’ was jump-started by...

GREENFIELD — The City Council voted unanimously Wednesday night to override the mayor’s veto on last month’s appropriation of $2.2 million from free cash to capital stabilization, following statements from several Greenfield teachers and community...

GREENFIELD — Shortly after students filed out of the classroom for the day on Wednesday, teachers and instructional assistants from across the district made their way to Greenfield Middle School for a “day of action” intended to bring attention to...

GREENFIELD — About 15 residents convened on the Greenfield Common on Saturday to call for an end to the 60-year prohibition of trade with Cuba, as well as removing Cuba from the State Sponsors of Terrorism list and lifting the sanctions imposed by...

GREENFIELD — Despite the snowy weather, the Interfaith Council of Franklin County gathered about 20 residents on the Greenfield Common on Sunday, holding a memorial to honor those who have died over the past year.The service was primarily dedicated to...