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Jack Jonah Film Shoots in Western Mass

Jack Jonah Film Shoots in Western Mass

by NEPM | Aug 13, 2019 | Art & Entertainment, Public Affairs, Show Segments

In 2016, the Jonah Family lost their 19-year-old son Jack to the opioid epidemic. Since then, the Jonahs have worked to both keep Jack’s memory alive and to help other families avoid the pain their family has gone through. The Jonahs are working with JC Films to...
Jack Jonah Film Tackles the Opioid Crisis

Jack Jonah Film Tackles the Opioid Crisis

by NEPM | Aug 9, 2019 | Art & Entertainment, Public Affairs, Show Segments

The opioid crisis has claimed countless lives and left families shattered, but one father is shining a light on the problem. Kirk Jonah, who lost his 19-year-old son Jack in 2016, is working with JC Films and the Jack Jonah Foundation to produce a film on Jack’s life...
Hampden County Sheriff’s Section 35 Law Tackles the Opioid Crisis

Hampden County Sheriff’s Section 35 Law Tackles the Opioid Crisis

by NEPM | Apr 26, 2019 | Public Affairs, Show Segments

The opioid crisis continues to plague the country, including right here in Western Massachusetts. The Section 35 law is one of the tools the Hampden County Sheriff’s Office uses in the battle against opioid addiction. The law allows relatives to commit a family member...
Community Music School Tackles the Opioid Crisis Through Theater

Community Music School Tackles the Opioid Crisis Through Theater

by NEPM | Feb 7, 2019 | Show Segments

**UPDATE: Due to weather, “I’ll Never Do That” will be staged on Tuesday, Feb. 26 at 7pm*** The Community Music School in Springfield will tackle the opioid crisis through theater in a new play called I’ll Never Do That on February 12. Performers in...
Effects of the Opioid Crisis on Grandparents

Effects of the Opioid Crisis on Grandparents

by NEPM | Oct 2, 2018 | Public Affairs, Show Segments, Social Issues

The opioid epidemic has affected every community across Massachusetts, from the inner city to the suburbs. More grandparents are now raising their grandchildren as their own children struggle with the disease of addiction. Carolee McGrath sat down with Maureen...
CARE Act Would Increase Opioid Crisis Funding

CARE Act Would Increase Opioid Crisis Funding

by NEPM | Aug 3, 2018 | Public Affairs, Show Segments

Governor Charlie Baker is considering the CARE Act, a bill that would provide additional funding and support to fight the opioid crisis in Massachusetts. Some of the provisions include expanding access to NARCAN and requiring that insurance companies pay for...
Opioid Health Care Professionals Shortage with Dr. Robert Roose

Opioid Health Care Professionals Shortage with Dr. Robert Roose

by NEPM | Jul 5, 2018 | Health & Fitness, Public Affairs, Show Segments

As the nation fights the opioid epidemic, there is a predicted shortage in the number of health care professionals that will be able to help people fighting addiction. Proposals to recruit doctors and behavior health professionals are currently being considered at the...
Greenfield Sues Big Pharma

Greenfield Sues Big Pharma

by NEPM | Feb 21, 2018 | Health & Fitness, Public Affairs, Show Segments, Social Issues

Last fall, as the opioid epidemic ravaged Franklin County, the town of Greenfield sued big pharma. The lawsuit made headlines, and nearly thirty other cities and towns have filed their own suits holding the pharmaceutical industry responsible for the opioid crisis.  ...
Recovery Theater in Franklin County

Recovery Theater in Franklin County

by NEPM | Apr 19, 2017 | Health & Fitness, Public Affairs, Social Issues

Helping kids cope with depression or anxiety can be a difficult task for parents. Recovery Theater, a new program in Franklin County, uses theater and even circus stunts to help kids who are struggling. One of the catalysts behind the program was the area’s opioid...
The ACA Repeal and the Fight Against Opioid Addiction

The ACA Repeal and the Fight Against Opioid Addiction

by NEPM | Apr 17, 2017 | Health & Fitness, Opioid Crisis: A Community Dialogue Resources, Public Affairs, Show Segments

Dr. Peter Friedman, Chief Research Officer for Baystate Medical Center, discusses the negative impact he sees repealing the ACA having on the fight against opioid...
Dr. Robert Roose: An Update on the Opioid Epidemic

Dr. Robert Roose: An Update on the Opioid Epidemic

by NEPM | Mar 27, 2017 | Opioid Crisis: A Community Dialogue Resources, Public Affairs, Show Segments

Last year, Governor Baker signed new legislation addressing the opioid epidemic that has devastated families and claimed lives throughout the state. Dr. Robert Roose, Vice President of Behavioral Health at Mercy Medical Center, has been on the forefront of the issue...
Dr. Robert Roose on the Opioid Crisis

Dr. Robert Roose on the Opioid Crisis

by NEPM | Nov 21, 2016 | Health & Fitness, Opioid Crisis: A Community Dialogue Resources, Public Affairs

Dr. Robert Roose, Chief Medical Officer & Vice President of Addiction and Recovery Services at Mercy Medical Center, gives Carolee McGrath an update on the ongoing opioid crisis in 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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