Monroe, Massachusetts has the distinction of being the least populated town in Franklin County, covering only 12 square miles and housing just 93 residents.  Monroe is also the second smallest town in Massachusetts, having recorded 7 more residents than Goshen, Mass. in the 2000 Census. Children in Monroe attend Abbott Memorial School in Florida, Mass. [...]

Last Fall, Mayor Bill Martin asked me to start a foundation for the Greenfield public schools. A few of my colleagues and I had been considering doing just that, so the timing was perfect. Since Superintendent Dr. Susan Hollins is doing a real fine job of putting the school system back together in a difficult time, [...]

You’ve made the decision to sell your home and done all the work getting your home ready to put on the market. You’ve spruced up the curb appeal, de-cluttered everything from the attic to the garage, given your home a thorough cleaning, and followed the suggestions for staging your house for sale. Now you need [...]

Many potential buyers ask themselves this question: How do I know if I can really afford to buy my first house? First things first, do your homework and work with local lenders and local companies that have your best interests in mind.  You can also crunch numbers with our mortgage calculator. For even more expert [...]

The last town incorporated in Franklin County, Erving, Massachusetts is home to just under 1,500 residents and is a mix of residential, business, recreational, and farm land.  The town also has two villages: Erving Center and Millers Falls. Children in Erving can attend a number of area schools.  The town also has its own police [...]

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Along the western banks of the Connecticut River lies Whately, Massachusetts.  The Franklin County town houses approximately 1,500 residents and is largely rural. Whately is home to a number of farms including Norse Farm (which specializes in small fruit plants), Nasami Farm (home to the Massachusetts Wildflower Society), and even North East Alpacas, a family-run [...]

When you put your home on the market, you want it to appeal to a variety of buyers so that you can sell it in a timely fashion.  Home staging does just that, preparing a private residence for sale. By staging your home, you are making it appealing to the highest number of potential buyers, [...]

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A rural town of fewer than 2,000 people, Gill, Massachusetts offers quiet and peaceful living.  The town’s residents support local businesses like The Gill Tavern and Songline Emu Farm, while enjoying easy access to outdoor recreation. For lovers of the outdoors, Barton Cove is a Gill-destination perfect for day trips or camping.  The site has [...]