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One Big Connection Volunteer Portal now live

Information provided by 5 Healthy Towns Foundation Volunteering in the 5 Healthy Towns service area just became easier, as 5 Healthy Towns Foundation (5HF) and One Big Thing unveiled a new volunteer portal on onebigconnection.org. Inspired by an earlier Chelsea Wellness Coalition- and 5HF-supported project called Volunteer Chelsea, the One Big Connection Volunteer Portal will […]

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The brilliant young engineer behind Dexter’s famous stone viaduct

by Doug Marrin Reprinted with permission from The Sun Times News, February 2, 2026. Note: This article was originally published on August 10, 2022. Author’s note: February is Black History Month, a time to honor the achievements, resilience, and lasting contributions of Black Americans whose stories continue to shape our shared history and future. The railroad […]

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Emma Smith Elementary builds strong foundations through Science of Learning approach

Information provided by Smith Elementary administration Families seeking a strong academic start for their children will find a research-driven, student-centered environment at Emma Smith Elementary, part of Stockbridge Community Schools. Serving students in Young 5s through Second Grade, the school is building momentum around a clear focus: aligning instruction with the Science of Learning to […]

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Girls’ Basketball Wins First District Title in 26 years

It had been a long time coming for the Stockbridge girls’ basketball team when the Panthers claimed its first district title in 26 years Friday night with a 43-23 win over Dansville. The Division 3 district title is the first for the Panthers since 2000, when “The Magnificent Seven” coached by Mike Daily claimed the […]

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Women of Note: Kim Killinger leads by example from the front office, church or in the community

by Melissa McPherson Kim Killinger is an organizer. In her role as secretary at Stockbridge Jr./Sr. High School, she is relied upon daily for her organization skills and follow-through. Although it’s not in her job description, the Stockbridge Community News regularly benefits from Kim’s super power. Whether preparing for the newspaper’s extensive coverage of the […]