Vatican receives report on Springfield diocese sexual abuse allegations

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The Springfield Catholic diocese has sent the Vatican its report on claims by two men who say they were sexually abused by former Bishop Thomas Dupre. The report was also sent to the Hampden District Attorney and to the dioceses lay board, which investigates allegations against clergy. The diocese will not release details of the report. This report was compiled by WUHN/WUPE Radio, Pittsfield
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WMMGA to Host Gardening Half Day in Lenox

LENOX, Mass. — The WMMGA will host a gardening half day on April 5 from 9:00 a.m. to 12:15 p.m. at Lenox Memorial Middle and High School.

The event will feature eight workshops covering the following topics:

  • Ticks
  • Hydrangeas
  • Summer bulbs
  • Pollinator gardens
  • Good garden tools
  • Plant propagation
  • Heirloom tomatoes
  • Container gardening

The event will also include vendors, free refreshments, a sale table with puzzles, houseplants, and gently used garden books, and a garden-themed raffle.

Registration can be completed at wmmga.org. Class size is limited.

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