Flowers, Farm Animals, and Lots of Birds Western Mass Nature Photographer Ellen Koteen shares how her love of nature and natural design guided her in her journey to becoming a photographer. According to Koteen she’s ‘more surprised than anyone else’ that she became a photographer in her middle years, but now the fact people enjoy… Continue reading
“We come together because someone is missing.” Peter Babineau, the Director of Learn to Cope West, hosts this year’s Easthampton Overdose Awareness Candle Light Vigil 25 years after the first Overdose Awareness Vigil was held by Sally Finn of Melbourne, Australia. This year’s theme ‘25 Years On’ highlights the importance of communities coming together to… Continue reading
A Community-Driven Discussion on Fighting for Affordability U.S. Senators Ed Markey and Elizabeth Warren held a joint town hall meeting at HCC in Holyoke, MA this past month. They answered questions from local families and discussed key legislative efforts to bring down everyday expenses. -Co-Produced by HCC, EMedia, Holyoke Media, and Hadley Media Holyoke… Continue reading
Mayor Salem Derby returns to the E•Media studios for a deep conversation about current and future activity at the Mayor’s office. Topics include: the Override Vote, World Cup watch parties, the Summer Music Series, updates on Economic Development, the licensing board, the Manhan Rail Trail Bike Week ride with the Mayor, update on the Williston… Continue reading
“Photography has taught me to see light, shadows and nuances with a more vivid appreciation.”- Ellen Koteen This new August art exhibit features work from photographer Ellen Koteen. The photos on display include some of her earliest works taken with slide film, the orchid and calla lily, as well as some of her latest photos… Continue reading
“We’re the richest country in the world and our health care system does not reflect all the money that we have in this system.” – Dr. Evan Benjamin On this episode of Pioneer Valley Life, Doctors Evan Benjamin and Bill Cutler talk about the current state of the American Health Care System and more with… Continue reading
Less Chaos, More Strut This year Easthampton, MA held the very first Sidewalk Strut in place of Cultural Chaos. Jeff Mastroianni gets the on-scene scoop from Pasqualina Azzarello, Steven Collicelli, Felicia Jadczak and Linda Markee. -Produced by Easthampton Media and hosted by Jeff Mastroianni Easthampton Sidewalk Strut 2026 Premieres on: Easthampton 191 Public cable… Continue reading
“As a people we try to stand on our feet first to be able to assist and support and help others.” – Thondup Tsering On this episode of Pioneer Valley Life, Thondup Tsering talks about the ties between the Pioneer Valley and Tibetan refugees going back to the 90s. -Pioneer Valley Life is produced and… Continue reading
Who came here before you? In honor of the 250th Anniversary of the USA, Easthampton High School history teacher Kelley Brown gave a presentation on the history of Easthampton during the Millside Summer Series. Brown provides insight into what Easthampton looked like 100 years ago and facts about the West Boylston Company Mills. -Hosted by… Continue reading
E•Media Artist Spotlight – Women in History Exhibit 2026 The 25th Annual Women in History Exhibit was sponsored by Robert Floyd Photo Gallery and Learning Center. Pat Crutchfield, curated this exhibit and agreed to a brief introduction to the work. The 25th Annual Women in History Exhibit was on display at E•Media, a community public… Continue reading