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Baystate Health’s Dr. Andrew Artenstein on Vaccine Rollout Issues (Digital Extra)

Baystate Health’s Dr. Andrew Artenstein on Vaccine Rollout Issues (Digital Extra)

by NEPM | Feb 12, 2021 | Coronavirus & COVID-19, Digital Exclusive, Health & Fitness, Public Affairs, Show Segments

The vaccine rollout in Massachusetts has been plagued with problems, including issues for seniors trying to schedule their vaccination online and vaccine supply outpacing demand. Many state legislators, including Sen. Eric Lesser, are calling on Governor Charlie Baker...
Baystate Health’s Dr. Andrew Artenstein on the COVID Vaccine Rollout

Baystate Health’s Dr. Andrew Artenstein on the COVID Vaccine Rollout

by NEPM | Feb 5, 2021 | Coronavirus & COVID-19, Health & Fitness, Show Segments

This week, Massachusetts began Phase 2 of the state’s COVID-19 vaccine rollout plan, making roughly 450,000 Massachusetts residents age 75 and older eligible for vaccination.  But the process has been plagued with difficulties nationwide, from distribution to...
The State We’re In: Baystate Health’s Dr. Mark Keroack on COVID-19

The State We’re In: Baystate Health’s Dr. Mark Keroack on COVID-19

by NEPM | Oct 9, 2020 | Coronavirus & COVID-19, Health & Fitness, Show Segments

COVID-19 cases continue to rise in most states across the country, including Massachusetts. In western Mass, Baystate Medical Center in Springfield has been treating coronavirus patients since the outset of the pandemic.  Connecting Point’s Ray Hershel spoke with Dr....
Safely Opening College Campuses with Dr. Armando Paez

Safely Opening College Campuses with Dr. Armando Paez

by NEPM | Aug 13, 2020 | Coronavirus & COVID-19, Health & Fitness, Public Affairs, Show Segments

The spring semester was an unusual one, with college students finishing out their work online. While some colleges are going fully remote this fall, others are allowing students on campus with safety precautions in place.   Carolee McGrath spoke with Dr. Armando Paez,...
Back to School Safety with Dr. John O’Reilly

Back to School Safety with Dr. John O’Reilly

by NEPM | Aug 12, 2020 | Coronavirus & COVID-19, Education, Health & Fitness, Show Segments

Normally, in mid-August parents are getting ready to send their kids back to school. But with everything in flux due to the pandemic, schools are trying to come up with plans that include in-person, hybrid, and fully remote learning.  Some parents are worried about if...
Weight Gain & the Quarantine 15 with Baystate Health

Weight Gain & the Quarantine 15 with Baystate Health

by NEPM | Jul 22, 2020 | Coronavirus & COVID-19, Health & Fitness, Show Segments

For some, an unexpected side effect of the COVID-19 pandemic is weight gain. Time inside with limited exercise and snacks at your fingertips may be taking its toll.  This weight gain is being called the “Quarantine 15.” For people who struggle with their weight...
What Summer Activities are Safe During COVID-19?

What Summer Activities are Safe During COVID-19?

by NEPM | Jul 14, 2020 | Coronavirus & COVID-19, Health & Fitness, Public Affairs, Show Segments

The number of coronavirus cases in Massachusetts continues to trend downward as the state slowly reopens.   For those looking for something to do, what summer activities are safe as we continue the fight against  COVID-19? Carolee McGrath spoke with Dr. Armando...
Rare COVID-19-related Inflammatory Syndrome Seen in Children

Rare COVID-19-related Inflammatory Syndrome Seen in Children

by NEPM | May 26, 2020 | Coronavirus & COVID-19, Health & Fitness, Show Segments

There is a COVID-19 related disease that pediatricians are watching out for. The rare, Kawasaki-like disease causes a multi-system inflammatory syndrome (MIS-C) that can be potentially dangerous in children. Carolee McGrath spoke with Dr. John O’Reilly from...
Pregnancy During the COVID-19 Pandemic

Pregnancy During the COVID-19 Pandemic

by NEPM | May 18, 2020 | Coronavirus & COVID-19, Health & Fitness, Show Segments

As the country grapples with the novel coronavirus, some expectant mother preparing for birth may be feeling anxious. Baystate Hospital is testing all admitted patients for COVID-19. But some mothers, worried about being separated from their newborns, are declining...
Seeking Emergency Care During the Pandemic

Seeking Emergency Care During the Pandemic

by NEPM | Apr 30, 2020 | Coronavirus & COVID-19, Health & Fitness, Show Segments

As we deal with the pandemic, there is concern that people suffering from illnesses requiring emergency care are too afraid to seek treatment. This fear jeopardizes their health even more. Carolee McGrath spoke with Dr. Niels Rathlev, Chair of the Emergency Department...
Baystate PPE Buy Garners Attention from FBI

Baystate PPE Buy Garners Attention from FBI

by NEPM | Apr 22, 2020 | Coronavirus & COVID-19, Show Segments

Saying it’s currently a challenge to secure personal protective equipment, or PPE, for local hospitals is an understatement. Here in western Mass, Baystate Health’s quest for PPE made national headlines after Dr. Andrew Artenstein, COVID-19 Incident Commander at...
Western Mass Coronavirus Peak with Baystate Health

Western Mass Coronavirus Peak with Baystate Health

by NEPM | Apr 13, 2020 | Coronavirus & COVID-19, Health & Fitness, Show Segments

According to the Baker Administration, Massachusetts COVID-19 cases will peak sometime between this week and April 20th. Some believe that western Massachusetts peak may lag behind the statewide peak. Dr. Andrew Artenstein is the Chief Physician Executive for Baystate...
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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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