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April 9, 2021

Season 11 Episode 13 | 26m 46s

Sen. John Velis discusses funding for a new Holyoke Soldiers' Home facility. At York Street Water Pump Station, Springfield is undertaking the largest wastewater project in decades. Learn how the pandemic has impacted women in the workforce & how Dress for Success is supporting them. Chris Sellers combined his for craft brewing & cycling to create a unique fundraiser benefiting the Food Bank.

Aired: 04/08/21
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