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Discover Local Art, Nature, and Culture This Season at the Great Falls Discovery Center

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The Great Falls Discovery Center in Turners Falls, Massachusetts invites visitors to explore the rich natural and cultural heritage of the Connecticut River watershed. Housed in beautifully restored mill buildings, the Center features interpretive exhibits, art displays, family activities, and guided programs that highlight the [...]

What's in Season: Thankfulness

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Thankfulness and Thanksgiving in New England

November in Franklin County, Massachusetts, marks the close of the harvest season. The fields and orchards show the year’s last effort, and local farms gather what remains before winter settles in. It’s a time of quiet thankfulness—rooted in the same landscape and traditions that helped shape New [...]

Holiday Fairs in Franklin County, Massachusetts – 2025 Guide

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The holiday season in Franklin County is something special. As the days grow shorter and the air turns colder, our towns come alive with the sounds, smells, and spirit of the season. One of the best ways to enjoy this time of year is by visiting the many holiday fairs that pop up throughout the county. These events bring people together, [...]

A New Home in Deerfield for Franklin County's Shelter Animals

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The Franklin County Sheriff’s Office Regional Dog Shelter Builds a Brighter Future in Deerfield

We had the pleasure of speaking with Marcia Miller, President of the Friends of the Franklin County Regional Dog Shelter, about an exciting new chapter for the shelter — a brand-new facility currently being built in Deerfield, [...]

Crafts of Colrain Open Studio Tour Returns for its 22nd Year

Peggy Davis Crafts of Colrain

The 2025 Crafts of Colrain Open Studio Tour returns to Colrain, Massachusetts on November 8–9, celebrating its 22nd year as a premier local arts event. Held every Veterans Day Weekend, the tour features 19 craftspeople and artists opening their studios to the public, offering a unique opportunity to view, experience, and purchase locally [...]

Wanda's Home Spotlight: 143 Charlemont Road, Buckland MA

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Nestled in a peaceful 4.3 wooded setting, this spacious home captures the warmth and charm of log home living. The open-concept design offers a warm and inviting atmosphere, highlighted by cathedral ceiling and rich wood [...]

Franklin County CiderDays 2025: A Toast to Autumn's Apples

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Franklin County CiderDays returns for its 31st anniversary from October 31 through November 2, 2025, offering a robust celebration of everything apple throughout western Massachusetts. This annual tradition attracts cider enthusiasts, families, and newcomers alike to the picturesque “413” region for an unforgettable autumn weekend filled [...]

Hometown Highlights: Montague, Massachusetts

Montague Massachusetts

Located in Franklin County, along the Connecticut River, Montague, Massachusetts, is a town that perfectly blends small-town charm with outdoor adventure and cultural richness. Home to just under 8,500 residents, Montague is composed of five distinct villages—Montague Center, Turners Falls, Millers Falls, Montague City, and Lake [...]

Wanda's Home Spotlight: Ultimate Outdoor Enthusiast's Retreat in Colrain MA

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Attention outdoor enthusiasts, this is the ultimate retreat you've been waiting for! Tucked away in a peaceful and private setting, this 122-acre property features a babbling brook, streams and meandering trails providing endless opportunities to explore and enjoy nature. Whether you're seeking solitude or adventure, this serene escape [...]

New Massachusetts Home Inspection Law Took Effect October 16, 2025

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Why the Law Was Created

The purpose of this new law is to ensure that every buyer has the opportunity to fully understand the condition of a home and to have a home inspection without worrying about losing out to another buyer who waives this contingency. Buyer agents can no longer advise clients to waive a home inspection as a way to make [...]

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