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By JULIAN MENDOZA

HOLYOKE — While the term “catfish” has come to refer to deceptively portraying oneself online to manipulate others, know that you’re not being catfished here — the jaw-dropping images you’re about to see are real.Millers Falls resident Brandy...

By BELLA LEVAVI

BUCKLAND — While many natural bodies of water may have been unsafe for swimming in the wake of July’s heavy rainstorms, Buckland families were able to rejoice over the opening of the community pool at the Buckland Recreation Area. “Everyone is happy...

By JULIAN MENDOZA

Connecticut River boat access points in Gill and Sunderland are among the six state-owned locations that have reopened following storm-necessitated closures in July, the state Department of Fish and Game announced Monday.Gill’s Barton Cove boat launch...

By BELLA LEVAVI

This summer’s heavy rains have left many recreation companies looking to tread water by getting creative in the wake of fewer customers and fewer amenable locations for paddling during what is ordinarily their busy season.“This season has sucked, to...

By BELLA LEVAVI

CHARLEMONT — Paddlers of all skill levels are invited to celebrate recreation on the Deerfield River.American Whitewater, a nonprofit founded in 1954 with a goal of preserving rivers for recreational purposes, will host the 29th annual Deerfield Fest...

By DOMENIC POLI

Donald Harty was hiking the Panorama Trail in Yosemite National Park last year when his cellphone rang despite spotty reception.The voice on the other end was that of Jeremy Bucci, then the chief trial counsel for the Northwestern District Attorney’s...

By BELLA LEVAVI

CHARLEMONT — With the Mohawk Trail State Forest campground closed for camping due to repairs and improvements to the water system and infrastructure, campsites countywide are filling up as the summer goes on. The work at the campsites at Mohawk Trail...

By BELLA LEVAVI

GREENFIELD — Staff and volunteers with the Recreation Department have been organizing the annual Independence Day fireworks celebration for so long, Recreation Director Christy Moore says they have it “down to a science.”While the Recreation...

By MARY BYRNE

GREENFIELD — One of the city’s most beloved annual traditions is returning to Beacon Field on Saturday with a variety of food vendors and local performances. “People come from all over the valley for our fireworks,” Recreation Director Christy Moore...

By CHRIS LARABEE

SUNDERLAND — As libraries continue to expand their services into less traditional areas, the Sunderland Public Library is looking toward recreation through its new partnership with Adventure East.The library is joining forces with the Sunderland-based...

By CHRIS LARABEE

SOUTH DEERFIELD — As the annual charity ride Bikes Fight Cancer continues to grow, bringing in more riders and money than ever, organizers are partnering with local organizations to keep some of those proceeds in the Pioneer Valley.Officially a...

By DOMENIC POLI

ERVING — Ten-year-old Benjamin Johnson is ready to roll thanks to a tricycle acquired with the help of Police Officer Laura Gordon and Pedal Thru Youth, a Springfield organization that donates bikes, trikes and helmets to children with special...

Summer Camp: Camp registrations are open, and there is space available for each age group. Visit greenfieldrecreation.com for details.Green Riving Swimming and Recreation Area Now Open: Beginning on Saturday, June 3, the swimming area will be open on...

By MAX BOWEN

It was a cold and rainy Memorial Day when Shutesbury residents Clif and Arleen Read, along with Clif’s brother and future sister-in-law, launched the Tour de Quabbin.Though the ride didn’t have the ending they had planned, with the weather preventing...