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Protest Safety with Former Boston Police Officer Dan Linskey

Protest Safety with Former Boston Police Officer Dan Linskey

by NEPM | Jun 10, 2020 | Public Affairs, Show Segments

The death of George Floyd has sparked an outcry, with demonstrations and protests taking place across the nation and here in western Massachusetts. Most protests have been peaceful, but at some demonstrations protesters and police have clashed. Carolee McGrath spoke...
Community Health Programs Offer Mobile Baby Check-ups

Community Health Programs Offer Mobile Baby Check-ups

by NEPM | Jun 9, 2020 | Coronavirus & COVID-19, Public Affairs, Show Segments, Social Issues

The need for well-baby visits and immunizations doesn’t stop because of a pandemic. To keep families and little ones from visiting a hospital, Community Health Programs launched mobile baby check-up clinics in Berkshire County.   Connecting Point’s Brian Sullivan...
COVID-19 Increases Food Insecurity in Western Mass

COVID-19 Increases Food Insecurity in Western Mass

by NEPM | Jun 9, 2020 | Coronavirus & COVID-19, Public Affairs, Show Segments, Social Issues

Last month, Massachusetts committed to investing $56 million to combat food insecurity in the Commonwealth. Food insecurity, a problem before the pandemic, has risen as the coronavirus shut down non-essential businesses across the state.  Terry Maxey is the Director...
Reports of Child Abuse Drop During Pandemic

Reports of Child Abuse Drop During Pandemic

by NEPM | Jun 8, 2020 | Coronavirus & COVID-19, Public Affairs, Show Segments

According to the most recent figures from the Department of Children and Families, there has been a 50% decrease in child abuse reports during the quarantine.  Maria Mossaides is the Chief Child Advocate for the Commonwealth of Massachusetts. Mossaides spoke with...
The State Were In: Black & Latino Caucus Reacts to George Floyd’s Killing

The State Were In: Black & Latino Caucus Reacts to George Floyd’s Killing

by NEPM | Jun 5, 2020 | Public Affairs, Show Segments

This week, protesters across the U.S. and here in western Mass took to the streets, calling for racial equality and an end to police brutality.   In Boston, 10th Hampden District State Rep. Carlos Gonzalez, who leads the Black and Latino Caucus, helped organize a...
The State We’re In: Reopening Greenfield

The State We’re In: Reopening Greenfield

by NEPM | Jun 5, 2020 | Coronavirus & COVID-19, Economy, Public Affairs, Show Segments

As Massachusetts moves into the second part of Governor Charlie Baker’s four-phase re-opening plan for businesses, we’re connecting with two different communities to see how things have gone thus far.   As Mayor Roxanne Wedegartner’s Chief of Staff, Dani...
The State We’re In: Reopening Easthampton

The State We’re In: Reopening Easthampton

by NEPM | Jun 5, 2020 | Coronavirus & COVID-19, Economy, Public Affairs, Show Segments

As Massachusetts moves into the second part of Governor Charlie Baker’s four-phase re-opening plan for businesses, we’re connecting with two different communities to see how things have gone thus far.   As a member of the governor’s reopening advisory...
How COVID-19 Impacts the Opioid Crisis

How COVID-19 Impacts the Opioid Crisis

by NEPM | Jun 4, 2020 | Coronavirus & COVID-19, Health & Fitness, Public Affairs, Show Segments

Before the pandemic of COVID-19, public attention was focused on the opioid epidemic. Though the focus has shifted, the opioid epidemic remains a problem in the United States and here in New England.  Now, experts are looking at the impact the shutdown, stay at home...
Parlorfaded Company Owner on Reopening Barbershops

Parlorfaded Company Owner on Reopening Barbershops

by NEPM | Jun 4, 2020 | Coronavirus & COVID-19, Show Segments

Two years ago, Jose Dones turned his passion of cutting hair into a business when he opened his own barbershop, The Parlorfaded Company in Holyoke.  When Dones had to temporarily shut down the shop because of COVID-19, the future of his business was uncertain. After...
Springfield Protests the Killing of George Floyd

Springfield Protests the Killing of George Floyd

by NEPM | Jun 4, 2020 | Public Affairs, Show Segments, Social Issues

The death of George Floyd while in police custody in Minneapolis on May 25th has sparked national outrage. Across the U.S., people took to the streets calling for justice for Floyd—including right here in western New England.  On Wednesday night, nearly 4,000 flooded...
Springfield BID Plans for Downtown Reopening

Springfield BID Plans for Downtown Reopening

by NEPM | Jun 3, 2020 | Coronavirus & COVID-19, Public Affairs, Show Segments

As the state begins to reopen, new social distancing requirements need to be taken into consideration when planning. In addition to restaurants, downtown Springfield also has to consider plans for retails locations and the MGM Springfield Casino.  Chris Russell is the...
COVID-19 Update with Berkshire Health Systems

COVID-19 Update with Berkshire Health Systems

by NEPM | Jun 3, 2020 | Coronavirus & COVID-19, Health & Fitness, Show Segments

On Tuesday, Massachusetts health officials reported 358 new cases of COVID-19. This number has declined about 51% in the past month.  This March, Berkshire county reported the first cases of COVID-19 in western Mass. Like the state in general, the Berkshires have also...
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    Divided: Scenes from Inauguration 2021

     
    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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