Montague-Palooza: Corkboard

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mik

- Fri, Dec 2, 2022, 10:48 A

Montague Back!

Looks like the site is working again. Further upgrades and speed fixes will come over the next few months.

Have at it, and welcome back!

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Joey

- Tue, Nov 22, 2022, 1:03 P

Update

I've just updated the layout and comments are working again. The site however does not work on mobile very well yet. I'll have this looking good and working on mobile by the end of tomorrow. If you have any questions or comments, please let me know. Thank you everyone who uses the site.

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mik - Wed, Nov 23, 2022 3:31 P

Looking good!

mik - Tue, Nov 22, 2022 3:26 P

Thanks, Joey. Looking forward to more updates!

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Joey

- Tue, Nov 22, 2022, 9:23 A

Starting The Updates

Hey,

I'm gonna go though today and tomorrow and change the layout and styling a bit for the site. If you see something broken or just looking weird, it'll end up being fixed shortly after. We are finally getting to the comments not working too. Hopefully we can get the site back to 100% in the next couple days.

Thanks

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Joey - Tue, Nov 22, 2022 11:40 A

Thems be working

Joey - Tue, Nov 22, 2022 11:40 A

Working?

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robo

- Mon, Nov 14, 2022, 9:43 P

Pet Sitting 11/26-11/27

Hi,
This is my first post, so I hope I'm posting to the right place. I am looking for someone to host my small pet dog from Saturday morning, 11/26 to Sunday afternoon, 11/27. He is a very loving, small, people-oriented, Cavachon (King Charles Spaniel/Bichon Frise mix). I will, of course, drop off and pick up, supply meals and treats, and a stipend.
I can be reached at 413-367-6911.
Thanks,
Rob

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Hermionejh

- Mon, Nov 14, 2022, 2:47 P

Looking For Specific Book From B.f. Miner From The Early 1900’s

I am working on an article on former Montague Center, and later, Greenfield resident Benjamin Franklin Miner (often written as B. F. Miner), who wrote a book with formulas and a method he developed for extracting vanilla.
The book was promised through subscription only, and likely started selling in 1902. Miner lived in Montague Center from the late 1800's until early or mid-1900's.
He wrote a 16-page prospectus pamphlet containing endorsements from local banks and others who had worked with him and vouched for his upstanding reputation.
I am wondering if anyone from the area has that book in their family's library or keepsakes, which is likely a slim volume.
I spoke with Ed Gregory from the Montague Historical Society, and he found a chemist's letter describing the chemical break down of true vanilla, but it did not contain Miner's formula, nor was it written by Miner.
You can reply here, or care of editor@montaguereporter.org
Thank you so much for any information,
Jerri Higgins

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newbie

- Mon, Oct 31, 2022, 9:44 A

Update

BOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOO

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stash

- Fri, Oct 28, 2022, 12:15 P

Quiet

Wow this site has been awful quiet. Remember to cast your votes for the politcos of choice. Got to love mail in voteing (sp) . Thanks Miss Deb........ Stash

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mik

- Mon, Sep 12, 2022, 5:15 P

Website Update

Hey all, we're finally getting back to working on this corkboard software platform. Should see some updates in the next few weeks, including less errors starting today. Contact me directly via this website if you encounter anything weird. We'll get on it.

Thanks for sticking around these 22+ plus years. The site turns 23 years old in October!

-Mik

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MikeNaughton

- Tue, Apr 5, 2022, 6:55 P

Problems With Website

Okay - thanks, Mik!

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mik

- Wed, Mar 30, 2022, 3:04 P

Problems With The Website

Yeah, I'm not surprised. At some point we'll take a closer look at the site software again, but we had to let staff go back in December 2020 and I've been flat out with website projects, so, no time to noodle around with the corkboard software. I'm pretty sure what the issue is (that petition was actually from another website running this software) and can fix it at some point, likely in April. Sorry folks!

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MikeNaughton

- Thu, Mar 24, 2022, 6:50 P

Problems With This Website?

Is it just me, or has this website become kind of buggy recently? I've tried to comment on Mike Henry's announcement a few times; sometimes nothing happens, sometimes it seems to go through but then it's not there, sometimes I get an error page with "CFCATCH" at the top and then a bunch of error data. Sometimes I get the same (I think?) page when I try to log on, but then when I go back I'm logged on. Today I noticed a link in the blue box on the left to an "Impeach Bush Cheney Petition". However one feels about those guys, IMHO it's a little late now. Then I got the error again trying to log on, and now that link isn't there. Maybe it's something on my end (?). Just wondering if others are experiencing the same things.

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Local News & Events

DianneC

- Tue, Mar 15, 2022, 3:21 P

Magpie Toby Friends

MAGPIE - Saturday – March 19 - 7:30 pm
Mount Toby Concerts - 194 Long Plain Rd. (Rte. 63), Leverett, MA

With a career that has spanned forty years, Magpie has traveled the globe, bringing its unique sound and breathtaking versatility to audiences everywhere. Award-winning recording artists, songwriters, musical historians and social justice activists, Greg Artzner and Terry Leonino always promise a presentation that is highly entertaining as well as provocative and deeply moving.

Magpie's songs touch on historical, cultural and social interests with a large selection focusing on Civil Rights and the environment. Terry and Greg's sound is that of two very strong voices, one female, one male, in powerful leads and two-part harmony, embellished by Terry's guitar, harmonica, mandolin and dulcimer. Theirs is a powerful sound, full of passion and fire.

The duo has appeared in national and international demonstrations and protest marches and rallies, sung in jails, on picket lines and churches. Their songs are used today in modern Civil Rights and environmental protection movements, especially Give Light and We Belong to the Earth, which are included in the new group singing songbook, Rise Again, along with six other of their songs.
https://magpiemusic.com

Suggested donation $15 to $30

Reserve seats at diacrowe@yahoo.com or call 413-336-2589

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Online Concert Option via Zoom

We are offering an online concert viewing (via zoom) for this concert as well as our usual in-person show. Ticket prices range from $5 to $30. Pay as you are able. Visit the web page below to purchase online tickets and get details about how you’ll receive the live-stream link:

https://www.riseupan...pie-mt-toby-concerts

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COVID -19 Policy: Masks are required indoors. Proof of Vaccination for the virus is required or a negative test taken within the previous 2 days. Additional measures we have taken at the concerts include reduced room capacity to 50 people and distancing of seating from others. We also use room purifiers.

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mik

- Tue, Jan 18, 2022, 12:28 P

Mike Langknecht

Rest in peace, Mike. You will be sorely missed.

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MikeNaughton - Tue, Jan 18, 2022 7:04 P

Wow. What a shock. Yes, he will be missed.

JanetMasucci - Tue, Jan 18, 2022 3:04 P

sorry to hear this :-(

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stash

- Mon, Jan 3, 2022, 6:36 P

Newbie May Right

Sitting here watching the selectboards meeting. Who is going to pay for converting the Farren into housing? Town sure as heck doesn't have the bucks. Also being west of rte 128 the state sure as he77 won't.

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stash - Wed, Feb 16, 2022 9:28 P

should read that youcouldn't do Darn big fingers.

stash - Wed, Feb 16, 2022 9:26 P

Mike N... Wouldn't feel right TAKING your $$ on a sure thing. May still be a chance if Rich has his way. Besides , would YOU like the town telling you couldn't do what you want with YOUR property?

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stash

- Tue, Dec 21, 2021, 7:23 P

Message The Season

Merry CHRISTMAS and Happy New Year to all. And happy holidays to my non christian friends as well.

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MikeNaughton - Tue, Dec 21, 2021 7:58 P

Same to you, Stash!

stash - Tue, Dec 21, 2021 7:26 P

site doesn't like me . MESSAGE OF THE SEASON

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newbie

- Wed, Dec 8, 2021, 11:08 P

Farren

Odds on Montague getting STUCK with it? I say at least 90 %...Just saying. ED

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MikeNaughton - Tue, Dec 14, 2021 8:23 P

Hey, ED - wanna go for a friendly wager? You say 90% odds Montague will end up with the Farren building; I say it won't. I'll bet $10 to your $90. If Montague ends up with the building, I'll pay you; ....

MikeNaughton - Thu, Dec 9, 2021 7:31 P

We'll see. Past history may not be a good guide here -- so far, Trinity seems to want to do right by the town (within reason), unlike the owners of Strathmore and Railroad Salvage. Think good thoughts ....

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stash

- Thu, Nov 25, 2021, 12:06 P

Tech

How did Frankln Tech against Smith Voc?

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MikeNaughton - Wed, Dec 8, 2021 6:56 P

They won: 32 - 16

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newbie

- Sat, Oct 23, 2021, 6:47 P

Turners Falls -gfld

Any folks on here know of the time line for the repave job. A job that SHOULD have been done before the bridge by the Farren was closed. I took my old dude to an appt. last friday and got hung for over 25 mins. Thank goodness a call to his doctor held his appt. And Gfld wonders why people go north, south or east to shop. At least you can get there and PARK without paying. Thanks, ED

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MikeNaughton - Sat, Oct 30, 2021 8:30 P

Breaking news: https://www.recorder.com/Repaving-of-Greenfield-s-Turners-Falls-Loomis-roads-moved-to-Nov-2-43266056

newbie - Mon, Oct 25, 2021 9:48 A

Called. No more going on til paving 11/4

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mik

- Mon, Oct 4, 2021, 1:49 P

Facebook And Instagram Are Down?!?

I'm seeing that Instagram and Facebook are currently down (since 1:00). Guess you gotta go old school to stay in touch!

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JTHK - Mon, Oct 4, 2021 2:03 P

Yes. Check out downdetector.com

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mik

- Thu, Aug 5, 2021, 8:25 A

Rest Peace, John Aubry

I was saddened to hear of the passing of Montague Center resident, and our local mayor, John Aubry. When I lived there he was always around on his bicycle keeping me and others up to date on what was going on in the village, though you never heard it from him. If the basement light was on at the Grange, he would bike over and let me know. If a fire truck went by, he would dismount and salute. He was kind and gentle, a real patriot, and will be missed. I’m glad I knew you, John.

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patrick - Fri, Aug 6, 2021 8:00 A

Thanks for sharing the sad news. I will miss seeing him around town.

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stash

- Sat, Jul 24, 2021, 12:29 P

Computer Help

Looking for info on grouping pics from my photo file to send in an email. Best I can find is single photo sending . Thanks, Stash

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stash - Sat, Jul 24, 2021 1:27 P

Googled it. All set. Thanks anyway. Stash

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newbie

- Sun, Jul 18, 2021, 9:29 A

Millers Falls

Just checked on my old dude. He got a robo call about downtown flooding in Millers. Any info????? Find it hard to see flooding in center. All down hill. ED

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Sumac - Sun, Jul 18, 2021 10:57 A

Story update and video footage https://www.wwlp.com/news/local-news/franklin-county/power-shut-down-for-millers-falls-residence-due-to-major-flooding/

stash - Sun, Jul 18, 2021 10:46 A

Newbie. Just looked up flooding in millers on the net. Takes you to a link from 22 news and facebook. House at the end of Franklin St. got it bad. Main St. was covered with stuff as well. No power i ....

Local News & Events

MikeNaughton

- Sun, Jun 20, 2021, 7:55 P

Rip John Mayrand

I didn't know him well, but I remember him as someone who was willing to show up if something needed to be done. I enjoyed our chats when I'd pass him on his porch on my walks through town. I'm grateful to have known him.

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stash

- Thu, May 13, 2021, 5:46 P

Reporter

What is up with the paper? Usually on line by this time of day on Thursdays.

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MikeNaughton - Thu, May 13, 2021 8:25 P

It's on now.

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kjm81

- Sat, May 1, 2021, 5:48 A

Lost Dog Montague Center

Large white senior labradoodle (deaf, with hip dysplaysia)near Raus, Bookmill.

Mowers left gate to yard ajar and he got out last night. Looked for him until it got too dark to see.

Please call Kate 413-367-4010

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MikeNaughton

- Fri, Mar 26, 2021, 7:55 P

Summer Jobs For 14-year Olds?

Does anyone know if there are summer jobs around here for 14- year olds? I know years ago they could work tobacco (and buses even came by some places to pick them up), but that was a while ago. Wondering what the current situation is. Thanks in advance for any information.

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newbie

- Tue, Mar 9, 2021, 8:04 P

Store Closed?

Any info on what is up with the Family Dollar Store in Turners ? Is it closed for renovations or shutdown? Thanks, ED

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stash

- Sat, Feb 20, 2021, 12:26 P

Double Standard

Got to love it. In the last couple weeks there were articles in the Greenfield Distorter how local business's have donated goodies to the hospital. They told me I COULDN"T bring in boxes of goodies for my nurses in Oncolgy. I suppose I'm not important enough. I am only a lowly patient. Stay well....

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Rob

- Mon, Feb 1, 2021, 8:50 P

Snow Day

due to snow trash schedule will be off by a day for rest of week.

Also kids get a snow day. I guess if it is not safe for some essential people to get to the physical school then kids still get a snow day even though still in remote learning.

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newbie

- Thu, Jan 28, 2021, 6:02 P

??????????

Hi. My old dudes computer is getting funky. He is debating going with a laptop or a chrome book. Is there reason to go with either??? I know the chrome book is a lot less costly. Thanks for the help.... Ed

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newbie - Fri, Feb 5, 2021 4:50 P

Mike. Mik Had my computer guy stop and check his computer. Bad ethertnet cable. Thanks again. Ed

newbie - Mon, Feb 1, 2021 6:18 P

Mike and MIK Thanks, I'll tell him when I check in later tonite. ED

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PLipke

- Fri, Jan 1, 2021, 3:01 P

Offering Free Canon Laser Printer Toner Cartridges, 045

2 black, 1 yellow and a cyan *unopened* high yield after-market toner cartridges for Canon Imageclass lbp634 or 632 laser printer, cartridge 045 HY. Turned out to not be compatible with my lbp612cdw. Please take 'em all.

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MikeNaughton

- Fri, Dec 25, 2020, 9:31 A

Greetings

Same to you, Stash!

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stash

- Thu, Dec 24, 2020, 10:27 A

Greetings

Merry CHRISTMAS to all........

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Website Stuff

newbie

- Fri, Dec 18, 2020, 8:40 P

?????????

Gotta love them upgrades.

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mik - Fri, Jan 22, 2021 11:55 A

Upgrades part 1 is done. No longer do we reply to posts with another post... we now comment on posts, similar to Facebook. other new features will continue to appear over time, but hopefully without h ....

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newbie

- Tue, Dec 15, 2020, 11:24 A

?????????

Did we loose the weather?????????

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mik - Fri, Jan 22, 2021 11:56 A

Weather Underground stopped their support for the widget we've been using since 1999. We're looking for another free weather widget service

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mik

- Tue, Dec 8, 2020, 10:40 A

Sad Day

Indeed. And the next day the US declared war... 79 years ago, today.

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stash

- Mon, Dec 7, 2020, 10:22 A

Sad Day

Pearl Harbor............enough said.

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Website Stuff

Denise

- Tue, Nov 24, 2020, 5:57 P

Happy Anniversary Montaguema.net

Duh...I thought it was here, it's where I always check. :)

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MikeNaughton

- Tue, Nov 24, 2020, 1:17 P

Happy Anniversary Montaguema.net

On this site, there's a blue box on the left side near the bottom that has three items:
WIRELESS HOTSPOTS
Recycling Schedule
MCTV Schedule

Hope this helps ....

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Denise

- Tue, Nov 24, 2020, 12:16 P

Happy Anniversary Montaguema.net

I too was looking for the trash schedule for this week. It is on the town web site.Trash and Recycling Holiday Schedule
Tuesday and Wednesday remain the same. Thursday will be picked up on Friday and Friday will be picked up on Saturday.
Recycle Center will be open on regular schedule.

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Blessings

- Mon, Nov 23, 2020, 6:11 P

Happy Anniversary Montaguema.net

Congratulations! AND . . . the new format isn't working for me. Shortcut display boxes I used to always use are gone. :(

Where is the Recycling Schedule? Thanks!

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stash

- Sun, Nov 22, 2020, 10:49 A

Today

Any body remember where they were on this day in 1963??????????? RIP JFK

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Local News & Events

mik

- Thu, Nov 19, 2020, 12:22 P

Gofundme For Mark2’s Daughter

Hey, in case people hadn't heard, there was a pretty bad accident in Deerfield on November 13th. One kid died, and our very own Mark2's daughter was hospitalized in severe condition.

A GoFundMe fundraiser has been posted to help with the Downy family's expenses. Please consider donating $25 or more to help them out.

https://www.gofundme...p-praying-for-ashley

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MikeNaughton

- Thu, Nov 12, 2020, 9:48 P

Police Community Engagement Survey

The Police Community Engagement advisory committee has posted a survey here:
https://docs.google....aQpNe332iVe5VKQYLT5s
that they're hoping will be filled out by anyone who has had interactions with Montague police. You don't have to be a Montague resident, and they're interested in everyone's experience: good, bad, or indifferent.

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newbie

- Wed, Oct 21, 2020, 9:10 P

Pot Shop

Nope. Could fold as far as I'm concerned.

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MikeNaughton

- Wed, Oct 21, 2020, 7:48 P

Pot Shop

Noob - I hope you're doing your part to keep the pot shop in Turners afloat. It takes a village ... :-)

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newbie

- Tue, Oct 20, 2020, 10:57 P

Pot Shop

Holy crap. Another pot shop, just what we need. The one in Turners is suffering to stay alive . I hope the town wakes up and says no. But I'm sure all they will see is the FEW (very few ) dollars they can blow on crap like moving a stupid statue. Don't care if it is a GRANT, who do you think Pays for the grant in the end? US. Ed

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stash

- Tue, Oct 20, 2020, 3:00 P

R.i.p.

Rest in peace Doc..

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MikeNaughton

- Mon, Oct 19, 2020, 7:40 P

Happy Anniversary Montaguema.net

Time for a drink! :-)

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stash

- Mon, Oct 19, 2020, 11:49 A

Fabric Shop

Just read the Reporter. Hours are in the article..

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