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We talk to Paul Killinger, director of education at TickReport, about how to deal with the tiny but mighty arachnids, ticks.
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Environmental experts say the construction industry accounts for more than one-third of greenhouse gas emissions. UMass Amherst engineers hope to make data on carbon use more affordable and accessible.
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Volunteers are helping to clean up the West Branch of the Housatonic River this summer. About two weeks ago they hauled ten shopping carts out of the water. The next cleanup is July 13.
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While the fee to get a trash permit in the city of Northampton, Massachusetts, increased by 66%, the cost of recycling for municipalities has been increasing for several years.
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Today on The Rundown with Carrie Saldo, panelists discuss the growing need for local flood mitigation, the future of reliable regional broadband internet access, and how western Massachusetts can increase access to the outdoors.
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Interviews with flood survivors, state and local officials and current and former FEMA employees reveals a pattern of administrative bloat at a federal agency that, to many Vermonters, seemed less interested in providing assistance than in finding ways to reject requests for aid.
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Being active outside — biking, hiking or paddling — is a key part of life for many in western Massachusetts. For some people who have disabilities, outdoor recreation can be challenging, but also life-changing.
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We learn more about land history at Mumbet's Freedom Farm, visit the Hitcock Center for the Environment in Amherst to learn about the large impacts living sustainably, and chat with NEPM reporter Kari Njiiri about the Celtics' big win.
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Massachusetts lawmakers are considering a bill that would maximize access to trails in state parks and forests for everyone, including people with disabilities.
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We hear about Chicopee's municipal farmers' market designed to combat food insecurity, discover how the Trustees of Reservations works to preserve natural wonders for all to enjoy, and learn some more asparagus science with the Tumble podcast.