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GOSHEN — Goshen residents approved a $4.2 million fiscal year 2027 budget during annual Town Meeting last week, while also passing all but one article that would have established a municipal light board. “Both the town accountant and town counsel advised that the town hold off on this [Article 9] for now until a few […]

CHESTERFIELD — The Chesterfield Select Board made it their official policy on Monday that those tuning into meetings virtually must identify themselves as part of a “Remote Meeting Identification Policy.” The policy was prompted at their last meeting when an anonymous participant would not respond to the board’s request that they identify themselves. Following the […]

DCR to host series of Quabbin programs The Department of Conservation and Recreation has the following upcoming programs at the Quabbin Reservoir. All programs are scheduled for 2 p.m. and in-person seating is limited to 45 people.  In case of bad weather, the events will convert to virtual programs. Follow link to register or visit https://www.mass.gov/locations/quabbin-reservoir/events   “A […]

MassWildlife holding listening sessions on hunting access The Massachusetts Division of Fisheries & Wildlife (MassWildlife) is holding public listening sessions on several opportunities to expand hunting access, including Sunday hunting, hunting with crossbows and minimum setback distances. “Hunting has always been woven into Massachusetts’ history — supporting families, boosting local economies and helping keep our […]