Seeking Asylum in Western Mass: Part 2 of 3 — Creating a welcoming home for those forced to flee
Within weeks of learning there are asylum seekers coming to western Massachusetts fleeing violence in their home countries, Lynne, a longtime local resident who teaches English to immigrants, agreed to bring two into her home to live with her.
Editorial: White Supremacy in the White House
It used to feel worthwhile to list off the terrible things that Donald Trump has done since assuming office in the beginning of 2017 — particularly the examples of his blatant racism. The Advocate did as much in a story at the beginning of 2018 pushing back on when he...
Bizarro Briefs: Let’s All Go to Area 51
The U.S. Air Force is strongly advising people against attending the event.
Cinemadope: Reel to Wheel
Just over the border, in Hinsdale, New Hampshire, the Northfield Drive-In is celebrating its 70th year of bringing people movies under the stars.
Valley Show Girl: The Art Mecca of Hampden County
From concerts to theatrical plays, from art galleries to a bistro and even co-working spaces and drag queen bingo. Holyoke’s Gateway City Arts has something for everyone.
Stagestruck: Total Immersion
It’s summer, folks, time to get off our butts and take some exercise. A little stroll, perhaps, to enjoy the scenery – and a play. That’s the current invitation from two hilltown theaters. Double Edge Theatre presents a brand-new Summer Spectacle on its Ashfield farm,...
Microplastics inspire one-man protest (with gas mask) in Easthampton
“It’s hard to avoid these plastics. They should be banned at their source.”
Podcast: Chris Goudreau on Valley residents responding to the border crisis
Hear how he developed the story and what local residents will be doing at the Mexican border.
Free Will Astrology: It’s a bad time to set forest fires, Aquarius
It’s unwise and unprofitable.
Best of V-Spot: Why Can’t I Have Sex Without Drinking?
I can’t “let go” and enjoy myself if I’m sober.
Letters to the Editor: Reactions to refugees at the border
A historical perspective
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Pick of the Day 3/9: Ray Mason at The Fort Hill Brewery
Pioneer Valley sonic road warrior Ray Mason takes the stage early this evening at the Fort Hill Brewery in Easthampton.
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Stagestruck: Coming Home
I didn’t attend my hometown college, but I grew up just down the street from the campus. I biked along its crisscrossed paths as a kid, DJ’d at the college radio station in high school and, most important, acquired my passion for theater from its plays. Antioch...
