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Should You Give Money to Panhandlers?

by Kristin Palpini | Jun 12, 2017 | Articles, Between the Lines, News

When a Holyoke City Councilor said, at a public meeting, “Don’t feed the animals,” in regard to homeless panhandlers, I figured I had a good idea for a fiery column defending people who beg for a living. It is vile to call any person an “animal” in a dehumanizing way...

Together at Last: Rockwell and Warhol Side-by-Side Exhibit

by Kristin Palpini | Jun 5, 2017 | Articles, Arts, Newsletter

An exhibit featuring Norman Rockwell and Andy Warhol might seem like polar opposite artists sharing a space, but that’s selling both of these geniuses short. Rockwell is best known for a “wholesome” style that doesn’t have a hint of subversion. But a closer look at...

LISTEN UP: The Best Local 18-&-Under Bands to Play Green River Fest Revealed!

by Kristin Palpini | Jun 5, 2017 | Articles, Arts, Music, Newsletter

In a new addition to the 30-plus -year-old Green River Fest, Signature Sounds has found the best local bands with musicians ages 18 and under to be featured performers Friday night on the Next Wave Stage. But wait there’s more! Friday night admission will be...

Now Fulfilling The Provisions Of The Paris Agreement Is Up To Us

by Advocate Staff | Jun 5, 2017 | Uncategorized

It probably shouldn’t have been a surprise. Donald Trump ran a campaign based on denying climate science, so his June 1 announcement that he would be pulling out of the international climate agreement represents a promise fulfilled.But the advantage of having a...