by Sarah Heinonen | Apr 10, 2018 | Articles, News, Newsletter, Wellness
“I was the fat girl complaining about back pain,” said Becca Minardi, 24, of Longmeadow about the early symptoms of her polycystic ovarian syndrome (PCOS). Diagnosed just six months ago, Minardi feels as though doctors didn’t take her seriously before her diagnosis....
by Gina Beavers | Apr 10, 2018 | Articles, Arts, Newsletter
Tonight, Grace Episcopal Church in Amherst will host the Better Chance Gospel Choir Concert. Choirs include the Amherst Area Gospel Choir, the Amherst Regional High School Chorale, the Hampshire Young People’s Chorus, and the Resurrect Gospel Choir at Amherst...
by Advocate Staff | Apr 9, 2018 | Articles, News, Newsletter, Podcast
A woman, an African American, and a Muslim, Tahirah Amatul-Wadud’s candidacy for the First Congressional District of Massachusetts makes her a first for the district in a couple respects. But for her, the campaign is about representing interests of the people of...
by Gina Beavers | Apr 9, 2018 | Articles, Arts, Film, Newsletter
Michael and Dafna’s son Jonathan is killed while serving in the Israeli Defense Forces; they experience gut-wrenching grief when army officials show up at their home to announce his death. The family’s overzealous mourning, as well as the army’s...
by Yana Tallon-Hicks | Apr 9, 2018 | Articles, Columns, Newsletter, The V-Spot
Writer’s note: This column contains mention of rape/non-consensual sex. Hey Yana!! I’ve been dating the sweetest guy. Well, sweet in ways that he always helps with housework, takes care of my dog for me, and is ALWAYS there for me. He’s a solid and loyal dude which is...
