Economy

Making It Here: Fire Cider

Inspired by his grandmother’s recipe for an old New England apple cider vinegar tonic, Dana St. Pierre came up with “Fire Cider” to support his immune system and health. After first sharing with family and friends, demand grew and grew, and now the Pittsfield-based...

Last Minute Tax Tips

With April 18th, or “Tax Day” fast approaching, Jim Madigan talks with  Barbara Trombley, CPA & financial planner, shares important last-minute tax tips everyone should know...

Eric Lesser on the Skills Gap

Imagine there are good-paying jobs available, but no one in that job market with the training or background to fill those positions. That’s not a good recipe for economic health or growth, and that’s exactly the problem currently happening in Massachusetts. State...

The State We’re In: Brian Lees

Political commentator, lobbyist, and former Massachusetts State Senate Minority Leader Brian Lees discusses the 2016 presidential campaign, as well as his role in a group bringing a medical marijuana dispensary to Western...

Springfield Chamber Energy Position

Carolee McGrath recently sat down with Jeffrey Ciuffreda, President of the Springfield Regional Chamber of Commerce to discuss the Chamber’s recent endorsement of the expansion of the supply of natural gas, as well as energy concerns in Springfield and the greater...

The State We’re In: State Rep. Aaron Vega

State Representative Aaron Vega – (D)Holyoke and the 5th Hampden District, discusses concerns over adequate funding for the Holyoke Solders Home, the continued state receivership of the Holyoke Public Schools, and the Governor’s proposed 2017 Fiscal Year 2017...