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“Peecycling” program plans Franklin County launch
Massachusetts urinators may soon divert their excess nutrients away from waterways, where they can act as pollutants, to fertilize local farms, instead.
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Easthampton Tenants Union is racking up wins
Citywide tenants unions are rare. But they’re starting to pop up nationwide, including in Easthampton, where neighbors are building power by fighting for cheaper rent, building maintenance, and more.
Local officials come out against rent control
Landlords and developers are organizing to oppose a grassroots ballot measure for statewide rent control, and they’re counting on elected officials to help them spread the word.
Internet outage exposes frayed equipment, relationships in Greenfield
Earlier this month, the internet went dark for customers of Greenfield’s GCET. The resulting mess revealed broader power struggles between the municipally owned internet provider and city officials.
“Shame on Velis” campaign highlights senator’s role in controversial commission
Local organizers argue the state’s commission on antisemitism will chill free speech around Israel and Palestine in the state’s public schools.
State considers relaxing hunting regulations
Reducing deer populations could have public health and ecological benefits for Mass, but not everyone agrees boosting the annual harvest will help.
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