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Last Ditch Bar in Greenfield Changes Mask Policy, Sparks Community Backlash

Last Ditch Bar in Greenfield, Massachusetts, announced a change to its mask policy, allowing mask optional entry on Saturday nights, which led to significant backlash from the community. The bar's management issued an apology, but criticism continued over perceived ableism and inadequate communication. The bar, which aims to be an inclusive space for LGBTQ+ individuals, has faced financial challenges and declining patronage since its opening in 2025.

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Last Ditch Bar in Greenfield, Massachusetts, announced a change to its mask policy, allowing mask optional entry on Saturday nights, which led to significant backlash from the community. The bar's management issued an apology, but criticism continued over perceived ableism and inadequate communication. The bar, which aims to be an inclusive space for LGBTQ+ individuals, has faced financial challenges and declining patronage since its opening in 2025.

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Inflammatory language 1/100
Sentiment -20/100

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Original Headline

A Western Mass. lesbian bar required KN-95 masks.  When it changed the rules, all hell broke loose.

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Last Ditch Bar in Greenfield Changes Mask Policy, Sparks Community Backlash