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The MGM Springfield is a big part of the hospitality industry in western Massachusetts. Like many other businesses, it's been struggling to attract workers in certain sectors. We visit a line-cook class at Holyoke Community College funded by the casino.
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We chat with Mark Melnik of the UMass Donahue Institute about the local workforce disparity as the NEPM newsroom launches into a week-long coverage series of the subject, local author and professor Naila Moreira celebrates the release of her new book, and Mr. Universe reveals the secrets of the cosmos.
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The NEPM newsroom is covering the labor shortage in western Massachusetts in the series "Short-Staffed." The Fabulous 413 joins the conversation with Mark Melnick of the UMass Donahue Institute to break down why there are too many jobs and not enough workers.
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Although there is a shortage of CNAs or certified nursing assistants in Massachusetts, the state certification exam has been an obstacle to English language learners. Starting this summer, the state will also offer the exam in Spanish, Chinese and Haitian Creole.
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A renovated Iron Horse Music Hall in Northampton, Massachusetts, opens its doors to the general public Wednesday, with new owners who say they're dedicated to live music and making the venue a hub for community. Musicians and city officials were among those at a ribbon-cutting ceremony Monday.
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There is a staffing shortage in western Massachusetts. Yet for some employers, people with disabilities are being overlooked as a potential solution.
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We bring homegrown bluegrass legend Peter Rowan in for Live Music Friday, explore a local high school quiz show, "As Schools Match Wits," with show host, Beth Ward. Plus, we honor the late Steve Albini with two local musicians and enjoy our latest wine Thunderdome.
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In the months since Baystate Health sold its outpatient laboratory business to Labcorp, some providers say tests take longer, orders get lost, and communication is poor.
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Apple NewsWe hear some live music from Tony Silva and Russell Brooks ahead of their performance at the Parlor Room on Saturday, we McGovern with Rep. Jim McGovern, and Monte tells us about his vacation in Spain!
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Today on The Rundown, panelists cover administrative responses to pro-Palestine encampments at UMass Amherst and Williams College, a recent civil rights complaint against Southwick Regional school districts leaders, varying safety ratings in local hospitals, and more.