Western Massachusetts
Jill Kaufman
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NEPM
A renovated Iron Horse Music Hall in Northampton, Massachusetts, opens its doors to the general public Wednesday, with new owners who say they're dedicated to live music and making the venue a hub for community. Musicians and city officials were among those at a ribbon-cutting ceremony Monday.
The Fabulous 413
Ayu Suryawan
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NEPM
We bring homegrown bluegrass legend Peter Rowan in for Live Music Friday, explore a local high school quiz show, "As Schools Match Wits," with show host, Beth Ward. Plus, we honor the late Steve Albini with two local musicians and enjoy our latest wine Thunderdome.
The Rundown with Carrie Saldo
Ayu Suryawan
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NEPM
Today on The Rundown, panelists cover administrative responses to pro-Palestine encampments at UMass Amherst and Williams College, a recent civil rights complaint against Southwick Regional school districts leaders, varying safety ratings in local hospitals, and more.
New Podcast: The Secrets We Keep
Documentary
"At Sword's 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 Saturday, May 4 at noon and Sunday, May 5 at 3 p.m.
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Housing and climate change in New England
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NEPM
With more precipitation in New England — and more intense storms — property owners are taking action to prevent flooding. But for some, the best choices may seem counterintuitive.
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