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As neighbors ask for community space, experts call Montague’s Farren lot ‘shovel-ready’ for housing Nearly three years after a former western Massachusetts hospital was demolished, the Franklin County town in which it once stood is weighing what should take its place.Experts say the spot is fit for ...

For @wamc.org: As neighbors ask for community space, experts call Montague’s Farren lot ‘shovel-ready’ for housing

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For @wamc.org: @edmarkey.bsky.social is in Easthampton, Mass., promoting $3.5 million secured for the group CitySpace and the restoration work they're doing at Old Town Hall

Ta-Sean Murdock wants Albany police review board to re-focus Albany’s Community Police Review Board has had myriad issues since coming under city control last year. Most recently, the board sent a letter to the Common Council detailing concerns surrounding one ...

Ta-Sean Murdock wants Albany police review board to re-focus

Albany Medical Center Hospital names next CEO Dr. Jason Mouzakes began his career at Albany Medical Center as a medical student. Now, he’s being elevated to run the hospital as president and CEO.

Albany Medical Center Hospital names next CEO

Vermont nurse charged with drug offenses A nurse from Barre, Vermont has been charged with criminal drug diversion.

Vermont nurse charged with drug offenses

New York housing program targets North Country region New York State Governor Kathy Hochul has announced a new workforce housing initiative targeting the state’s North Country region

New York housing program targets North Country region

Springfield Bishop Emeritus Timothy McDonnell dies at 88 Following a battle with cancer, Springfield Bishop Emeritus Timothy McDonnell -- the 8th bishop of Springfield -- has died.With his appointment, McDonnell was tasked with leading western Massachusetts...

For @wamc.org: Springfield Bishop Emeritus Timothy McDonnell dies at 88

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Troy renters will need to wait for more protections Troy Mayor Carmella Mantello says she will veto legislation meant to protect renters.

Troy renters will need to wait for more protections

Reports of delayed propane deliveries surface in New York This winter has been anything but mild and it has left some propane gas customers shivering.

Reports of delayed propane deliveries surface in New York

Former Western Mass. state senator named next head of Mass. Clean Energy Center An interview with incoming Massachusetts Clean Energy Center CEO and former State Senator Ben Downing.

Former Western Mass. state senator named next head of Mass. Clean Energy Center

Six Flags announces sale of Great Escape EPR plans to run the parks, which also include sites in four other states and Canada, in partnership with Enchanted Parks, which already runs four parks and lodging locations in Old Forge, New York.

Six Flags announces sale of Great Escape

For @wamc.org: Per the diocese, former Springfield Bishop Timothy McDonnell has died.

Resettlement groups turn to New York for help after Trump turns back on refugees State legislators are seeking $15 million in the state budget to help the groups, saying that refugee programs benefit the upstate cities.

Resettlement groups turn to New York for help after Trump turns back on refugees

Town of Newburgh first in state to adopt proportional rank-choice voting Last week the town of Newburgh adopted a proportional rank choice voting system for Town Council elections after a lawsuit by Black and brown residents.

Town of Newburgh first in state to adopt proportional rank-choice voting

Rutland elects new mayor Rutland voters elected Alderman Tom Donahue as their next mayor Tuesday after an entirely write-in campaign.

Rutland elects new mayor

Sustainable Saratoga, Pitney Meadows expanding composting program Pitney Meadows Farm in Saratoga Springs is looking to expand its community composting initiative.

Sustainable Saratoga, Pitney Meadows expanding composting program

'Sip and stroll': NY lawmaker wants to ease liquor laws during World Cup A Manhattan Democrat is behind a proposal to make it easier for some bars and restaurants to serve people outdoors, but only during the World Cup.

'Sip and stroll': NY lawmaker wants to ease liquor laws during World Cup

‘Nobody knows what's going to happen’: Great Barrington community sounds off on conflict with Iran WAMC hit the streets of Great Barrington, Massachusetts, this week to hear what people have to say about the U.S.-Israeli war with Iran that erupted over the weekend.

‘Nobody knows what's going to happen’: Great Barrington community sounds off on conflict with Iran

State IG: Plenty of lessons for MassDOT to learn from Applegreen travel plaza debacle In 2025, travel plaza operator Applegreen withdrew from plans to redevelop services areas across Massachusetts. A state watchdog says the road MassDOT took to picking the Irish company had more than j...

For @wamc.org: State IG says there are plenty of lessons for MassDOT to learn from Applegreen travel plaza debacle

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Springfield City Council calls for ‘HoopHall Classic’ to stay Despite recent divisions, Springfield's city council was unanimous in calling for the Naismith Basketball Hall of Fame to keep its biggest high school basketball showcase in the city.

For @wamc.org: Despite recent divisions, Springfield's city council unanimously called for the Naismith Basketball Hall of Fame to keep one of its biggest high school basketball showcases in the city.

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Governor Hochul threatens N.Y.'s climate laws As long-time observers know, Albany has a budget “dance.” The first step is that the governor must introduce her executive budget by mid-January; she has until mid-February to make any changes.

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"If the governor wants to propose changes, do it in the light of day outside of the budget. New Yorkers have a right to know."

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Amid trading of barbs, Springfield City Councilors affirm confidence in Whitfield Following weeks of press conferences, legal memos and debates, the Springfield City Council rejected a “no confidence” resolution targeting its president, Councilor Tracye Whitfield – but not before s...

For @wamc.org: Following weeks of press conferences, legal memos and debates, the Springfield City Council rejected a “no confidence” resolution targeting its president, Councilor Tracye Whitfield – but not before some confrontations in the council chambers.

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For @wamc.org: The Holyoke City Council could take up an amendment that would mean less car honking downtown on Friday. Some councilors want to restore the air-raid siren at the Wherehouse? that was silenced in January, adjusting city code to allow its weekly 2-min. blares again

For Capital Region sled hockey team, camaraderie part of the goal The Winter Paralympic Games are set to begin in Italy this week. One of the events will be sled hockey, which involves players being strapped to sleds as they navigate the rink. WAMC’s Sajina Shrestha...

For @wamc.org ahead of the Paralympics, I talked to the local sled hockey team about the sport

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The U.S. shuts some Gulf embassies and warns of a prolonged war with Iran The United States evacuated diplomats across the Middle East and shut down some embassies as war with Iran intensified Tuesday while President Trump signaled the conflict could turn into extended war.

The U.S. shuts some Gulf embassies and warns of a prolonged war with Iran

Vermont National Guard participation in Operation Epic Fury recognized by top brass The chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff praised the Vermont National Guard’s participation in Epic Fury

Vermont National Guard participation in Operation Epic Fury recognized by top brass

Hochul says those involved in Alam’s death need to be held accountable Governor Kathy Hochul says she will be meeting with the family of Nurul Amin Shah Alam, and demands those who left the disabled Rohingya refugee on his own be held accountable.

Hochul says those involved in Alam’s death need to be held accountable

Saratoga Springs council set to make decision on former lawmaker’s legal fees The Saratoga Springs City Council is set to vote Tuesday on a move that could keep them off the hook from paying the legal fees of a former council member.

Saratoga Springs council set to make decision on former lawmaker’s legal fees

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Two injured in Hudson River plane crash A small plane crashed on the Hudson River near Newburgh Monday night leaving two people injured.

Two injured in Hudson River plane crash