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Hampden County Sheriff Nick Cocchi on New Opioid Treatment Centers

Hampden County Sheriff Nick Cocchi on New Opioid Treatment Centers

by NEPM | Jun 11, 2018 | Health & Fitness, Public Affairs, Show Segments

Last year alone, more than 21,000 people died of opioid misuse. To combat this epidemic, Hampden County Sheriff Nick Cocchi has made opening two new opioid treatment centers a priority for his department. The Stonybrook Stabilization and Treatment Centers opening in...
Conway Safe Community Bylaw Supporter Tom Lesser

Conway Safe Community Bylaw Supporter Tom Lesser

by NEPM | Jun 11, 2018 | Health & Fitness, Show Segments

In May, voters in the Franklin County town of Conway voted to declare the town a safe community. The designation aims to prevent local police from detaining people based on actual or perceived immigration status. After last week’s conversation with bylaw...
The History and Future of Springfield’s Colony Club

The History and Future of Springfield’s Colony Club

by NEPM | Jun 11, 2018 | Public Affairs, Show Segments

Once a Springfield institution, the storied Colony Club shut down in May. The elegant, members-only facility played host two six US Presidents during its 103-year history but declining membership and changing tastes led to its demise. MassLive/The Republican reporter...
Sen. Adam Hinds Advocates for Rural School District Funding Increase

Sen. Adam Hinds Advocates for Rural School District Funding Increase

by NEPM | Jun 8, 2018 | Education, Show Segments

Late last month, the Massachusetts State Senate added additional money qualifying rural school districts in its version of the budget. The move follows a January report from the Department of Elementary and Secondary Education which found rural districts face unique...
Sen. Jim Welch Sponsors Massachusetts Young Professionals Bill

Sen. Jim Welch Sponsors Massachusetts Young Professionals Bill

by NEPM | Jun 8, 2018 | Public Affairs, Show Segments

Thanks to legislation sponsored by Senator Jim Welch, Massachusetts could soon understand why so many young people who grew up or were educated in the state leave. The Senate recently passed the Massachusetts Young Professionals bill, which establishes a commission to...
Could a Boston Harbor Barrier Wall Protect Against Sea Rise?

Could a Boston Harbor Barrier Wall Protect Against Sea Rise?

by NEPM | Jun 8, 2018 | Innovation, Public Affairs, Science & Environment, Show Segments

Recently, the Massachusetts Executive Office of Energy and Environmental Affairs announced $2 million in grants to communities to study and address the potential impact of climate change. A variety of weather events linked to climate change have caused significant...
Survivor Journeys Cancer Survivorship 101 Workshop

Survivor Journeys Cancer Survivorship 101 Workshop

by NEPM | Jun 7, 2018 | Health & Fitness, Show Segments

Dr. Jay Burton is a primary care physician and a cancer survivor. After battling leukemia, he discovered there were not enough resources for people to help them after treatment, and established Survivor Journeys to fill that need. Survivor Journey is a non-profit...
El Puerto Rico, the Rich Port to Debut at Holyoke’s Victory Theatre

El Puerto Rico, the Rich Port to Debut at Holyoke’s Victory Theatre

by NEPM | Jun 7, 2018 | Art & Entertainment, Show Segments

“El Puerto Rico, the Rich Port” will celebrate the sounds of Puerto Rico at the Victory Theatre in Holyoke on Friday, June 8. The concert is the debut performance the MIFA Victory Theatre International Arts Academy’s new six–member musical ensemble. ...
Conway Safe Community Bylaw with Selectman John O’Rourke

Conway Safe Community Bylaw with Selectman John O’Rourke

by NEPM | Jun 6, 2018 | Public Affairs, Show Segments

In May, voters in the Franklin County town of Conway voted to declare the town a safe community. The designation aims to prevent local police from detaining people based on actual or perceived immigration status. The bylaw also states that people in town welcome both...
Hiroshima Survivor’s Unusual Quest Brings Him to Lowell

Hiroshima Survivor’s Unusual Quest Brings Him to Lowell

by NEPM | Jun 6, 2018 | Public Affairs, Show Segments

People gathered in Lowell last month to remember the devastation caused by the first nuclear bomb ever deployed, which the United States dropped on the Japanese city of Hiroshima more than 70 years ago. Many don’t know that several American prisoners of war were among...
Legal Options for Homeowners with Crumbling Foundations

Legal Options for Homeowners with Crumbling Foundations

by NEPM | Jun 6, 2018 | Public Affairs, Show Segments

There is a growing problem in certain communities in Western Massachusetts with crumbling foundations, caused by a substance mixed with concrete which came from a now closed Connecticut quarry. The problem has made headlines in northern Connecticut; with thousands of...
Springfield September 11th Monument to be Built in Riverfront Park

Springfield September 11th Monument to be Built in Riverfront Park

by NEPM | Jun 5, 2018 | Public Affairs, Show Segments

The Springfield September 11th Monument will honor the lives lost during the terror attacks against the United States on September 11, 2001. Volunteers hope to have the memorial built in Riverfront Park by the fall and are trying to raise $300,000 to pay for the...
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    JANUARY 19, 2021
     

    A Photo and Interview Series by Barry Goldstein
    In America, the inauguration of a Commander In Chief is traditionally a time of celebration. Politicians, special guests, and everyday Americans converge on the National Mall in front of the U.S. Capitol building to mark the swearing in of the next President of the United States. Full of pomp and circumstance, inaugurations are an important democratic ritual and a symbol of the peaceful transfer of power.
     

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    ‘Something Extraordinary’ at Westfield State University (Pt. 2)
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    ‘Something Extraordinary’ at Westfield State University (Pt. 2)

    March 23, 2023

    “Something Extraordinary: A Visual Review of Story as Timeless” at the Arno Maris Gallery at Westfield State University showcases the work of 8 Black artists and is on display through March 31st.  Through drawings, paintings, and mixed media installations, the exhibition delves into the process of visual storytelling and examines Black history through a creative lens.Last week, we introduced you to three of the artists behind the exhibit. And thi

    “Something Extraordinary: A Visual Review of Story as Timeless” at the Arno Maris Gallery at Westfield State University showcases the work of 8 Black artists and is on display through March 31st.  Through drawings, paintings, and

    “Something Extraordinary: A Visual Review of Story as Timeless” at the Arno Maris Gallery at Westfield State University showcases the work of 8 Black artists and is on display through March 31st.  Through drawings, paintings, and mixed media installations, the exhibition delves into the process of visual storytelling and examines Black history through a creative lens.Last week, we introduced you to three of the artists behind the exhibit. And thi

    “Something Extraordinary: A Visual Review of Story as Timeless” at the Arno Maris Gallery at Westfield State University showcases the work of 8 Black artists and is on display through March 31st.  Through drawings, paintings, and mixed media installations, the exhibition delves into the process of visual storytelling and examines Black history through a creative lens.

    Last week, we introduced you to three of the artists behind the exhibit. And this week, Zydalis Bauer continues her discussion with artists JaJa Swinton, Tara Gorman, and Kahli Hernandez exploring how the project fosters unity and the inspirations behind the installations.

    “Something Extraordinary: A Visual Review of Story as Timeless” at the Arno Maris Gallery at Westfield State University showcases the work of 8 Black artists and is on display through March 31st.  Through drawings, paintings, and mixed media installations, the exhibition delves into the process of visual storytelling and examines Black history through a creative lens.Last week, we introduced you to three of the artists behind the exhibit. And thi

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    From Schoolteacher to Brew Maker (Digital Exclusive)
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    From Schoolteacher to Brew Maker (Digital Exclusive)

    March 23, 2023

    Four Phantoms Brewery owner Drew Phillips shares how his degree in English has shaped his unusual career path from schoolteacher to brew maker.Learn more about Four Phantoms Brewery in our full feature on the Franklin County brewpub.

    Four Phantoms Brewery owner Drew Phillips shares how his degree in English has shaped his unusual career path from schoolteacher to brew maker.Learn more about Four Phantoms Brewery in our full feature on the Franklin County brewp

    Four Phantoms Brewery owner Drew Phillips shares how his degree in English has shaped his unusual career path from schoolteacher to brew maker.Learn more about Four Phantoms Brewery in our full feature on the Franklin County brewpub.

    Four Phantoms Brewery owner Drew Phillips shares how his degree in English has shaped his unusual career path from schoolteacher to brew maker.

    Learn more about Four Phantoms Brewery in our full feature on the Franklin County brewpub.

    Four Phantoms Brewery owner Drew Phillips shares how his degree in English has shaped his unusual career path from schoolteacher to brew maker.Learn more about Four Phantoms Brewery in our full feature on the Franklin County brewpub.

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    Billie J. Farrell, First Female Commander of the USS Constitution
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    Billie J. Farrell, First Female Commander of the USS Constitution

    March 23, 2023

    Built in 1797 and known as “Old Ironsides,” the USS Constitution is the oldest commissioned warship currently afloat. While in service, it played key roles in many battles but today, it’s a floating museum that sees over 600,000 visitors annually.  And recently its long history added a new chapter as Billie J. Farrell became the 77th commanding officer of the USS Constitution –  and the first woman to hold that position in the ship’s 225-year his

    Built in 1797 and known as “Old Ironsides,” the USS Constitution is the oldest commissioned warship currently afloat. While in service, it played key roles in many battles but today, it’s a floating museum that sees over 600,000 v

    Built in 1797 and known as “Old Ironsides,” the USS Constitution is the oldest commissioned warship currently afloat. While in service, it played key roles in many battles but today, it’s a floating museum that sees over 600,000 visitors annually.  And recently its long history added a new chapter as Billie J. Farrell became the 77th commanding officer of the USS Constitution –  and the first woman to hold that position in the ship’s 225-year his

    Built in 1797 and known as “Old Ironsides,” the USS Constitution is the oldest commissioned warship currently afloat. While in service, it played key roles in many battles but today, it’s a floating museum that sees over 600,000 visitors annually.  

    And recently its long history added a new chapter as Billie J. Farrell became the 77th commanding officer of the USS Constitution –  and the first woman to hold that position in the ship’s 225-year history. 

    Connecting Point took a road trip to the Charlestown Naval Yard to meet with Commander Farrell and take a tour of the historic ship.

    Built in 1797 and known as “Old Ironsides,” the USS Constitution is the oldest commissioned warship currently afloat. While in service, it played key roles in many battles but today, it’s a floating museum that sees over 600,000 visitors annually.  And recently its long history added a new chapter as Billie J. Farrell became the 77th commanding officer of the USS Constitution –  and the first woman to hold that position in the ship’s 225-year his

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    Queer Identities & Art at the Harriet Beecher Stowe Center
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    Queer Identities & Art at the Harriet Beecher Stowe Center

    March 23, 2023

    The Harriet Beecher Stowe Center in Hartford recently hosted a lecture focused on how historians should approach possible LGBTQIA+ relationships and themes in the works of artists who did not self-identify. The discussion was prompted by new research about Harriet Beecher Stowe’s great niece, Katherine Seymour Day, and how her identity may have shaped her role as a women’s activist.  Zydalis Bauer spoke with Amy Hufnagel, the Director of Programm

    The Harriet Beecher Stowe Center in Hartford recently hosted a lecture focused on how historians should approach possible LGBTQIA+ relationships and themes in the works of artists who did not self-identify. The discussion was prom

    The Harriet Beecher Stowe Center in Hartford recently hosted a lecture focused on how historians should approach possible LGBTQIA+ relationships and themes in the works of artists who did not self-identify. The discussion was prompted by new research about Harriet Beecher Stowe’s great niece, Katherine Seymour Day, and how her identity may have shaped her role as a women’s activist.  Zydalis Bauer spoke with Amy Hufnagel, the Director of Programm

    The Harriet Beecher Stowe Center in Hartford recently hosted a lecture focused on how historians should approach possible LGBTQIA+ relationships and themes in the works of artists who did not self-identify. The discussion was prompted by new research about Harriet Beecher Stowe’s great niece, Katherine Seymour Day, and how her identity may have shaped her role as a women’s activist.  

    Zydalis Bauer spoke with Amy Hufnagel, the Director of Programming at the Stowe Center, to learn more about how museums are handling the complex ethics surrounding untold Queer histories and interpreting the sexuality of women in the early 20th century.

    The Harriet Beecher Stowe Center in Hartford recently hosted a lecture focused on how historians should approach possible LGBTQIA+ relationships and themes in the works of artists who did not self-identify. The discussion was prompted by new research about Harriet Beecher Stowe’s great niece, Katherine Seymour Day, and how her identity may have shaped her role as a women’s activist.  Zydalis Bauer spoke with Amy Hufnagel, the Director of Programm

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    Four Phantoms Brewing Company
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    Four Phantoms Brewing Company

    March 23, 2023

    Drew Phillips' career as a beer maker began over a decade ago on the west coast as an out of work schoolteacher. As his passion for brewing grew, Phillips moved to western Massachusetts and brought his own beer to the market in 2019.Two years later, on Halloween night 2021, Phillips and his wife opened the doors to the aptly named Four Phantoms Brewing Company in Greenfield. Connecting Point's Brian Sullivan paid a visit to this unique community

    Drew Phillips' career as a beer maker began over a decade ago on the west coast as an out of work schoolteacher. As his passion for brewing grew, Phillips moved to western Massachusetts and brought his own beer to the market in 20

    Drew Phillips' career as a beer maker began over a decade ago on the west coast as an out of work schoolteacher. As his passion for brewing grew, Phillips moved to western Massachusetts and brought his own beer to the market in 2019.Two years later, on Halloween night 2021, Phillips and his wife opened the doors to the aptly named Four Phantoms Brewing Company in Greenfield. Connecting Point's Brian Sullivan paid a visit to this unique community

    Drew Phillips' career as a beer maker began over a decade ago on the west coast as an out of work schoolteacher. As his passion for brewing grew, Phillips moved to western Massachusetts and brought his own beer to the market in 2019.

    Two years later, on Halloween night 2021, Phillips and his wife opened the doors to the aptly named Four Phantoms Brewing Company in Greenfield. Connecting Point's Brian Sullivan paid a visit to this unique community hotspot and brings us this next story.

    Learn how Drew Phillips’ English major shaped his career path in a digital exclusive clip.

    Drew Phillips' career as a beer maker began over a decade ago on the west coast as an out of work schoolteacher. As his passion for brewing grew, Phillips moved to western Massachusetts and brought his own beer to the market in 2019.Two years later, on Halloween night 2021, Phillips and his wife opened the doors to the aptly named Four Phantoms Brewing Company in Greenfield. Connecting Point's Brian Sullivan paid a visit to this unique community

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