Summertime in Western Mass means plenty of delicious, healthy, locally grown fruits and veggies from our local farms. On any given day of the week you can stop by a local farm stand and pick up some produce. But on certain days, farmers, artisans, and producers come together to put on a farmers’ market for the community. Here are some [...]
The community is once again rallying for its annual fundraising celebration, Relay for Life of Franklin County, to benefit the American Cancer Society. As the world's largest volunteer-driven fundraising event, this remarkable gathering unites us in a shared mission of hope, resilience, and unwavering [...]
Laurie Goddard is a contemporary artist whose works have been displayed in galleries and institutions around the region and the world. We in Franklin County are lucky that we can enjoy Goddard’s art close to home at her new gallery in Shelburne Falls, near Salmon [...]
Step through the doors of Green Fields Market or McCusker’s Market, and you'll be greeted by shelves brimming with fresh, locally sourced produce, artisanal goods, and household essentials. From vibrant organic fruits and vegetables to handcrafted cheeses and bread, every item tells a story of quality and care. Both stores are part of the [...]
The town of Heath, Massachusetts is located in the Northwestern part of Franklin County, just South of the Vermont state line. With its lush forests and stunning landscapes, Heath offers its residents a quieter and idyllic lifestyle. Heath offers a slower way of life, while still being located nearby towns and cities such as Shelburne Falls, [...]
Maple sugaring, also known as maple syrup production, is an age-old tradition in Western Massachusetts. This process involves tapping maple trees to collect their sap, which is then boiled down to produce maple [...]
The town of Leverett, in Franklin County, is adjacent to the Five College area of Amherst, Hampshire, Smith, Mt. Holyoke and the University of Massachusetts.
Its diverse population of about 1,900 is a rich mixture of teachers, students, farmers, lumbermen, gardeners, artists, professionals in the areas of medicine, law, and [...]
Situated in Franklin County, Massachusetts, Leyden carries a historical legacy dating back to its settlement by colonists in 1737. The town draws its name from Leiden, Netherlands, where Pilgrims sought refuge before embarking on their journey to the Americas. During the eighteenth century Leyden's had several diverse [...]
In December 2023, The Massachusetts Association of Realtors (MAR) saw the lowest recorded number of single-family homes and condominiums for sale in a given month in Massachusetts since it began reporting monthly housing date in 2004. Additional data provided by MAR showed that "the median sales price for single-family homes increased by [...]
Discover unique condo living in the Village of Shelburne Falls. Perched over the Deerfield River and overlooking the Bridge of Flowers and the hills beyond. Relax on the balcony, admire the unprecedented views of the famous flowered bridge and beyond as the river flows below providing a sense of calm. Direct river access offers you the [...]
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