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Online Ridicule Follows Re-branding Of ‘Pioneer Valley’ As ‘West Mass’

by: Henry Epp

Two regional booster groups spent $80,000 to re-brand the Pioneer Valley. The result: “West Mass.”

Outgoing PVTA Administrator Reflects On Funding, Service and Future

by: Henry Epp

Later this year, the Pioneer Valley Transit Authority will be in new hands. Mary MacInnes is stepping down later this spring. She’s led the agency since 2006.

Local Marchers Head To DC In Planes, Trains, Automobiles — and Buses

by: Karen Brown

Local volunteers have helped thousands of people from Western New England make their way to Washington, DC for the Women’s March, which takes place a day after Donald Trump’s inauguration.

The Short List: MA Transportation, Workers’ Buyout, ‘Vile’ Messages At Amherst College

NEPR'S WEEK IN REVIEW

by: Carrie Healy

Our panel looks at the big stories in the news.

Hilltowns Addiction Treatment Center To Open In October

by: Carrie Healy

“Swift River” will take over the site of a previous school to establish a residential detox facility.

Increase In ‘Chronic Emergency’ Hunger, Despite Positive Economic Indicators

by: Carrie Healy

For the first time since the Great Recession ended in 2009, the numbers show that western Massachusetts is seeing a decline in individuals seeking food assistance.

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