Western Massachusetts
The college has said the decision emerged from a process that included perspectives from a Renaming Committee, students, staff and alumni.
The Fabulous 413
Oakland Museum of California
We'll chat with author Martha Ackmann about the first woman to play in the Negro Leagues and with the executive artistic director of MIFA, Don Sanders. We'll also McGovern with McGovern and chat with our resident Word Nerd.
The Rundown with Carrie Saldo
Holyoke Public Schools
The panel discusses the latest with criminal neglect charges at the Holyoke Soldiers’ Home, the move for local control of Holyoke public schools, and the denial of federal funds for local counties impacted by flooding and much more.
Documentary
"At Swords Point" recounts a pivotal moment in American history when Joseph McCarthy’s Red Scare found its first true target in the labor movement of the United Electrical Workers in Greenfield, Massachusetts in the early 1950s. Broadcast on 88.5 NEPM on May 5 at noon and May 6 at 3 p.m.
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Can't-Miss Stories
- Federal database says Springfield museum has Native remains from central Mass. The museum disagrees.
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- Springfield Sci-Tech students say they were unaware of shooter on campus, ask for transparency
- Seeking a higher minimum wage, MASS MoCA workers begin 'indefinite strike'
- As towns around Quabbin Reservoir face challenges, state lawmakers propose more financial help
State control of Holyoke Public Schools