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Call for art and writing teachers to enter student work! Photo courtesy Sister of St. Joseph Judith KappenmanJohn and T. Elizabeth Craig Donahue art the maternal grandparents of Sister of St. Joseph...
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Secondary school educators from around the world visited The Republican as part of an American Studies course View full sizeMark M. MurraySecondary school educators from around the world met recently...
View ArticleDon't judge a teacher by the MCAS test
Holyoke High student doesn't think teachers should be evaluated by MCAS tests John SuchockiHolyoke High student Erin Hebert By ERIN HEBERT Holyoke High On July 29, the Board of Elementary and...
View ArticleAt 77, Gloria Steinem reflects on life of activism
HBO special on celebrated feminist to air Aug. 15 on HBO. Gloria Steinem By JOCELYN NOVECK AP National Writer NEW YORK – “It’s shocking, I know,” says Gloria Steinem, allowing herself a wry grin. And...
View ArticleIn search of Emily Arsenault: Getting to know the author behind the books
Author Emily Arsenault discusses her new book "In Search of the Rose Notes" and her journey as a writer Submitted PhotoEmily Arsenault, author of "In Search of the Rose Notes" released July 26....
View ArticleKindness helped salvage ravaged Monson
UNlisted teen Michael Strahan talks Monson's unity after the storm John SuchockiDowntown Monson Ma. at State St. and Washington St. showing the damage from the June 1 tornado. By MICHAEL STRAHAN...
View ArticleYoung photographer's museum exhibit reflects influence of Dutch art
It also reflects Jessie Carleton's love of food and eating locally. Photo by JESSIE CARLETON"Untitled Tabletop 3" is part of an exhibit of photographs by Jessie Carleton at the D'Amour Museum of Fine...
View ArticlePink scarves need for Rays of Hope
Organizers would like to give them at popular breast cancer fund-raiser. Republican photo by JOHN SUCHOCKIMichelle L Shattuck, left, breast cancer survivor who co-chaired the steering committee for...
View ArticlePack your bags and take a trip to Bhutan
John Leupold of travel company Champaca Journeys answers questions about his favorite travel hot spot and upcoming trips Submitted PhotoJohn Leupold owner and founder of Champaca Journeys. John...
View ArticleTeaching about 9/11: NIE Resources for Grades 6-12
The Republican’s Newspaper in Education Department is pleased to make the attached resource guide available to our participating teachers in grades 6 and up. As we approach the 10-year anniversary of...
View ArticleLeader in Me program helps students build self esteem
Family luau to discuss program set Sept. 7 at Lubavitcher Yeshiva Academy. Submitted photo Lubavitcher Yeshiva Academy in Longmeadow is getting ready to start the school year with a new way of...
View ArticleNurse Practitioner Ila Shebar: Advice for a college-bound daughter
Practical tips for a safe, healthy, fun first year. Republican file photo My daughter is off to college for her freshman year. What are the top five pieces of advice I should give her? Good question....
View Article9/11 10th anniversary: 'Aroma of fear' lingers for Western Massachusetts...
Many say they became – and remain – victims of suspicion and hate. Republican file photoDr. Mohammad S. Bajwa, left and Dr. Kimat Khatak are seen before morning prayer at the Islamic Society of...
View Article9/11 10th anniversary: Bush statement recalled, 'Islam is peace'
Bush at a Washington mosque on Sept. 17, 2001: "The face of terrorist is not the true faith of Islam." Globe NewswireGeorge W. Bush The following is the transcript of President George W. Bush’s...
View ArticleArtist David Barsalou memorializes his wife through work
Installation address loss, journey to be "whole again." Republican photo by MARK M. MURRAYIn "David Barsalou: The Presence of Absence," at the Amy H. Carberry Fine Arts Gallery at Springfield...
View ArticleSweet treats for Rosh Hashanah
Cooking classes offer opportunity to share the memories -- and recipes Photo by Don TreegerDr. Jeffrey R. Cossin, of Longmeadow, blasts the shofar, or ram's horn trumpet, to celebrate Rosh Hashanah...
View ArticleBig E at 95: Rooted in agriculture, family friendly and big on food fun
Avenue of States remains popular attraction for fairgoers. Republican file photo by DON TREEGER Wayne McKenney of Lancaster, Ma. enjoys a smoked turkey leg on the last day of the 2010 Eastern States...
View ArticleChicopee High's Delmarina Lopez celebrates her Puerto Rican heritage
Hispanic Heritage Month is reflected through rich culture and pride. Republican Photo by Dave RobackDelmarina Lopez. By Delmarina Lopez Chicopee High School Latinos are not only defined by the ability...
View ArticleAdults: Act your age but...
Grown ups can be cool too, as long as they don't try too hard. As one gets older, it seems as if the entire cool factor goes missing. The new generation acts as if they know everything. Teenagers...
View ArticleChildhood memories spark look to future
The Unites States is in need of the unity we saw on 9/11. Mike TrippRemembering 9-11 I can remember, as a 9-year-old boy on the day my country came under attack, I was utterly unaware of what had...
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