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Attorney General James sues landlord whose tenants lacked heat and hot water
Attorney General James sues landlord whose tenants lacked heat and hot water
New York Attorney General Letitia James announced Monday morning she’s bringing a lawsuit against the owners of the Kenney Apartments in Newburgh. Tenants of the affordable housing units have been wit...
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February 5, 2026 at 1:25 PM
Attorney General James sues landlord whose tenants lacked heat and hot water
Community college staff union files unfair labor practice charge against campus presidents
Community college staff union files unfair labor practice charge against campus presidents
The union that represents thousands of education workers at community colleges across Massachusetts is taking legal action against campus presidents in a fight over contract negotiation terms.
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February 5, 2026 at 1:11 PM
Community college staff union files unfair labor practice charge against campus presidents
TPS ruling brings relief to Haitians in Rockland County — for now
TPS ruling brings relief to Haitians in Rockland County — for now
On Monday, a federal judge blocked the Trump administration’s pause on Temporary Protected Status for Haitians living in the United States. The move temporarily eased fears of deportation for nearly 3...
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February 5, 2026 at 1:08 PM
TPS ruling brings relief to Haitians in Rockland County — for now
Local Albany High School celebrates Lunar New Year
Local Albany High School celebrates Lunar New Year
With Lunar New Year on the horizon later this month, preparations and celebrations are underway. WAMC’s Sajina Shrestha visited one local high school whose festivities are already in full swing.
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February 5, 2026 at 1:02 PM
Local Albany High School celebrates Lunar New Year
Dozens stranded on Gore Mountain gondolas Wednesday
Dozens stranded on Gore Mountain gondolas Wednesday
The Olympic Regional Development Authority says around 70 skiers and riders at the Adirondack resort were stranded.
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February 4, 2026 at 8:51 PM
Dozens stranded on Gore Mountain gondolas Wednesday
South Burlington City Council passes resolution condemning ICE violence
South Burlington City Council passes resolution condemning ICE violence
The South Burlington City Council has officially condemned the Trump administration’s aggressive immigration crackdown.
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February 4, 2026 at 6:44 PM
South Burlington City Council passes resolution condemning ICE violence
Troy cements honorary fire captain's legacy with street dedication
Troy cements honorary fire captain's legacy with street dedication
A late Troy man’s name is now etched in aluminum.
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February 4, 2026 at 6:43 PM
Troy cements honorary fire captain's legacy with street dedication
Local government leaders in Clinton County provide state of municipality speeches
Local government leaders in Clinton County provide state of municipality speeches
Local government leaders in Clinton County are offering an optimistic outlook for the region.
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February 4, 2026 at 4:54 PM
Local government leaders in Clinton County provide state of municipality speeches
Advocates want more mental health supports for AAPI youth in New York
Advocates want more mental health supports for AAPI youth in New York
The Coalition for Asian American Children and Families wants more mental health supports for Asian American and Pacific Islander youth. WAMC's Sajina Shrestha spoke with its Co-Executive Director, Ani...
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February 4, 2026 at 4:54 PM
Advocates want more mental health supports for AAPI youth in New York
As Fitch launches bid for 1st Berkshire District seat, Barrett says he’s waiting to reveal plans
As Fitch launches bid for 1st Berkshire District seat, Barrett says he’s waiting to reveal plans
The long-tenured state representative for the 1st Berkshire District in the Massachusetts State House says he’s holding off on reelection plans as a challenger for the seat emerges.
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February 4, 2026 at 4:53 PM
As Fitch launches bid for 1st Berkshire District seat, Barrett says he’s waiting to reveal plans
Rogerson joins Democratic race in 44th State Senate District
Rogerson joins Democratic race in 44th State Senate District
On Tuesday, Albany Law School professor and immigration attorney Sarah Rogerson announced her bid for New York's 44th state Senate district seat, becoming the second Democrat to publicly launch a camp...
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February 4, 2026 at 4:50 PM
Rogerson joins Democratic race in 44th State Senate District
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FROM OVER THE WEEKEND for @wamc.org: A 'Day of Dave': Western Mass. honors beloved artist, conservationist and pumpkin paddler, Dave Rothstein
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A 'Day of Dave': Western Mass. honors beloved artist, conservationist and pumpkin paddler, Dave Rothstein
To some, he was the man who braved the Connecticut River in a giant pumpkin in 2023. To others he was an award-winning snow and ice sculptor. But over weekend, it was clear: to hundreds, if not thousa...
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February 4, 2026 at 4:16 PM
FROM OVER THE WEEKEND for @wamc.org: A 'Day of Dave': Western Mass. honors beloved artist, conservationist and pumpkin paddler, Dave Rothstein
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That’s a wrap on Day 2 of our February Fund Drive! We’re so grateful for our listeners, volunteers, and staff who make this possible and help keep WAMC on-air and online - this isn’t possible without your continued dedication and support for what we do here at WAMC.
February 4, 2026 at 1:23 AM
That’s a wrap on Day 2 of our February Fund Drive! We’re so grateful for our listeners, volunteers, and staff who make this possible and help keep WAMC on-air and online - this isn’t possible without your continued dedication and support for what we do here at WAMC.
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For @wamc.org : Per Holyoke City Council Prez Murphy-Romboletti: Councilor Israel Rivera has resigned as VP of the council amid continued fallout over his December OUI arrest. He's still on the council and it appears a number of Holyoke PD union members are here for public comment
February 4, 2026 at 12:18 AM
For @wamc.org : Per Holyoke City Council Prez Murphy-Romboletti: Councilor Israel Rivera has resigned as VP of the council amid continued fallout over his December OUI arrest. He's still on the council and it appears a number of Holyoke PD union members are here for public comment
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FOLKS - I'm in Albany this afternoon! Our winter fund drive is well underway! I'm here with Sarah LaDuke until 6 pm to get @wamc.org to $797,000 raised by day's end! We're breaking for Northeast Report but will be back at 4!
February 2, 2026 at 8:46 PM
FOLKS - I'm in Albany this afternoon! Our winter fund drive is well underway! I'm here with Sarah LaDuke until 6 pm to get @wamc.org to $797,000 raised by day's end! We're breaking for Northeast Report but will be back at 4!
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Folks: In a matter of hours, the @wamc.org winter fund drive will be upon us! There will be highs, and there will be lows (that are really just more highs). There will also be moments like this. I have forgotten the context to these images, but either way, help us out next week!
February 1, 2026 at 3:47 PM
Folks: In a matter of hours, the @wamc.org winter fund drive will be upon us! There will be highs, and there will be lows (that are really just more highs). There will also be moments like this. I have forgotten the context to these images, but either way, help us out next week!
A year later, riders reflect on loss of Newburgh-Beacon Ferry
A year later, riders reflect on loss of Newburgh-Beacon Ferry
In January 2025 the Newburgh-Beacon Ferry stopped running when winter ice damaged the Beacon dock. Riders react a year later, and some prefer the free shuttle bus.
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January 30, 2026 at 5:20 PM
A year later, riders reflect on loss of Newburgh-Beacon Ferry
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For @wamc.org: Chicopee gets $1.1 million as work to reduce nitrogen discharges into Connecticut River continues
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Chicopee gets $1.1 million as work to reduce nitrogen discharges into Connecticut River continues
A long-term project with a hefty price tag in western Massachusetts is getting a boost in funding. As WAMC reports, it’s part of a greater effort to protect and restore aquatic life up and down the Co...
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January 30, 2026 at 12:01 AM
For @wamc.org: Chicopee gets $1.1 million as work to reduce nitrogen discharges into Connecticut River continues
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Congressman Paul Tonko calls for the abolition of ICE
Congressman Paul Tonko calls for the abolition of ICE
Congressman Paul Tonko wants ICE abolished. It comes as a negative sentiment toward federal immigration crackdowns is growing.
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January 29, 2026 at 11:16 PM
Congressman Paul Tonko calls for the abolition of ICE
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For @wamc.org: Pioneer Valley lawmakers: Governor’s spending plans feature positive first steps, but fight for more funding goes on
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Pioneer Valley lawmakers: Governor’s spending plans feature positive first steps, but fight for more funding goes on
This week, Massachusetts Gov. Maura Healey unveiled a $63 billion spending plan, filed amid an election year. The budget proposal packs increases to local aid while seemingly avoiding any massive cuts...
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January 29, 2026 at 10:54 PM
For @wamc.org: Pioneer Valley lawmakers: Governor’s spending plans feature positive first steps, but fight for more funding goes on
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Businesses across the region will shut down on Friday to protest ICE
Businesses across the region will shut down on Friday to protest ICE
Business leaders across the nation on Friday will shut their doors in protest of the Trump administration’s immigration crackdown. WAMC’s Samantha Simmons spoke with leaders at area businesses about t...
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January 29, 2026 at 10:40 PM
Businesses across the region will shut down on Friday to protest ICE
Largest nurses' union in Massachusetts to memorialize Alex Pretti with vigils from Boston to Western Mass
Largest nurses' union in Massachusetts to memorialize Alex Pretti with vigils from Boston to Western Mass
An interview with Massachusetts Nurses Association President and ICU nurse Katie Murphy.
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January 29, 2026 at 8:58 PM
Largest nurses' union in Massachusetts to memorialize Alex Pretti with vigils from Boston to Western Mass
New proposal aims to secure future of biomedical research in New York
New proposal aims to secure future of biomedical research in New York
Amid steep cuts in federal funding through the National Institutes of Health, medical research institutions are left seeking ways to protect staff and clinical trials as they work toward scientific br...
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January 29, 2026 at 8:08 PM
New proposal aims to secure future of biomedical research in New York
Disabilities Beat: Mixed reactions on Hochul’s budget proposals impacting disabled New Yorkers
Disabilities Beat: Mixed reactions on Hochul’s budget proposals impacting disabled New Yorkers
This week on the Disabilities Beat, we dive into Governor Kathy Hochul's budget proposal for New York State, which has been met with mixed reactions from the disability community.
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January 29, 2026 at 7:49 PM
Disabilities Beat: Mixed reactions on Hochul’s budget proposals impacting disabled New Yorkers
Capital Region lawmakers join national movement decrying ICE as scope of local crackdown remains unclear
Capital Region lawmakers join national movement decrying ICE as scope of local crackdown remains unclear
Capital Region lawmakers are among the more than 500 state legislators across the country to release a joint statement decrying the killings of Renee Good and Alex Pretti by federal agents. The statem...
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January 29, 2026 at 5:55 PM
Capital Region lawmakers join national movement decrying ICE as scope of local crackdown remains unclear