Recorded January 30, 2023 Government Matters host G. Michael Dobbs was joined in studio by City Council President Jesse Lederman, the youngest member of the City Council who just began his first full year as President. In his time on the Council and half year as President in 2022 following Councilor Williams' stepping down, Councilor Lederman has led many innovative programs aimed at supporting residents and increasing access to and transparency at City Hall. Additionally, Mike couldn't resist...
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The Springfield Community Chorale directed by Vanessa Ford debuted a powerful original composition titled "Born To Dream" at the 2023 Springfield MLK Day Celebration. The rest of this event can be viewed here: https://youtu.be/Be6Wva2FVYs
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Recorded January 13, 2022 A Focus Springfield Production focusspringfield.com Brendon Holland, Producer & Director Ciro Zanetti, Play-by-Play Commentary Tony Pettaway, Color Commentary Josué Vazquez, Camera Alejandro Cameron, Camera Bobby Markham, Camera George Anderson, Camera Nathaniel Patterson, Camera Learn more online at hoophall.com/events/spalding-hoophall-classic
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Recorded January 13, 2022 A Focus Springfield Production focusspringfield.com Brendon Holland, Producer & Director Ciro Zanetti, Play-by-Play Commentary Tony Pettaway, Color Commentary Josué Vazquez, Camera Alejandro Cameron, Camera Bobby Markham, Camera George Anderson, Camera Nathaniel Patterson, Camera Learn more online at hoophall.com/events/spalding-hoophall-classic
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Recorded January 12, 2022 A Focus Springfield Production focusspringfield.com Brendon Holland, Producer & Director Ciro Zanetti, Play-by-Play Commentary Tony Pettaway, Color Commentary Josué Vazquez, Camera Alejandro Cameron, Camera Bobby Markham, Camera George Anderson, Camera Nathaniel Patterson, Camera Learn more online at hoophall.com/events/spalding-hoophall-classic
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Recorded December 14, 2022 Timestamps: 0:00 - Chorus 12:23 - Band
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"You Are Not Alone" is a PSA written and produced by local greater Springfield area high school students under the direction of Focus Springfield's Josué Vazquez. This PSA aims to highlight the mental health challenges that many of today's teens face in a changing world - particularly as a result of the pandemic. A Focus Springfield Production focusspringfield.com Directed and Edited by Josué Vazquez The Baystate Springfield Educational Partnership (BSEP) advances education for our...
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Recorded December 16, 2022 In a slightly different edition of Government Matters, host G. Michael Dobbs takes a break from sitting down with politicians to meet up with WNE Polling Institute Director Tim Vercellotti and Political Advisor Anthony Cignoli to talk all things polling. Our two guests have decades of experience in all levels of politics, and have seen the way polling works change over time. As polling has changed, so has the way media outlets have reported on them. This was one of...
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Recorded December 27, 2022 The City of Springfield celebrated Kwanzaa together the morning of December 27.
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Recorded December 15, 2022 Senator Eric Lesser hosted an event at White Lion Brewing in Springfield to thank everyone for their support throughout his political career so far. A brief editorial note, all of us at Focus would like to wish Senator Lesser the best of luck in all his future endeavors. We hope to see you in Springfield often! 0:00 - Opening Remarks from Candy Glazer 2:30 - Well Wishes from Congressman Richard E. Neal 6:38 - Recognition of Elected Officials 11:54 - Remarks from...
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Recorded December 1, 2022 Three term Massachusetts State Auditor Suzanne Bump sits down with Government Matters host G. Michael Dobbs as part of her "farewell tour". Bump will be leaving the office in January, and we took this opportunity to sit down with her and review some of her most proud moments and also lots of things about the office of State Auditor that most folks might not know about. A Focus Springfield Production focusspringfield.com
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Recorded December 3, 2022 Focus Springfield hosted its first ever Mario Kart tournament on Saturday, December 3. Thanks to all who participated, and a special thank you to Kenny Castro (The Gaming Corner) and Tyler Hadley (Level With You) for their support of this event. Stay tuned for future events!
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Recorded December 3, 2022 Springfield Central High School and St. John's Prep faced off in a defensive battle for the Massachusetts Football Division I State Finals. A Focus Springfield Production focusspringfield.com Play-By-Play: Ciro Zanetti Camera: Josué Vazquez Camera: Chris Polanco Edit: Brendon Holland
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This video is the second in a series of PSA commercials produced by Focus Springfield in support of our community being vaccinated against COVID-19.
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Congressman Richard Neal spoke candidly about Speaker Nancy Pelosi's recent announcement as well as his time at COP27 and the recent election results. Recorded November 18, 2022
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Join us as we learn how to design our gardens and lawns around native plants and why you should care about doing so! Amy Meltzer (Grow Native Mass 2020 Volunteer of the Year) walks us through how a healthy local ecosystem starts with your choice of what plants live here. Questions about Amy's terrific presentation? Feel free to reach out to her directly at ameltzerma@comcast.net. Special thank you to John Root for planning and hosting this important community event. A Focus Springfield...
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This is a clip for our sixth Community Jam. Watch the full program here: https://youtu.be/hS0IhNCpJd0
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A Clip from our eighth Community Jam. Watch the full recording here: https://youtu.be/bf5epfoDRsg More information is available at 413jam.com.
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Recorded November 3, 2022 Local leaders celebrated the opening of the new Downtown Springfield Marriott this afternoon alongside the ownership group and Marriott executives.
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Recorded November 2, 2022 AmeriCorps CEO and Springfield native Michael Smith visited the Springfield Boys & Girls Club on Acorn Street to check in with the community on what needs they have and how AmeriCorps may be able to support individuals and organizations in our community. This community input session was a homecoming of sorts for Smith, who attended this Boys & Girls Club program (one of the oldest in the country, founded in 1899) as a kid, alongside many of the day's...
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Recorded October 28, 2022 Students from the Conservatory of the Arts Ukulele Ensemble in Springfield, MA performed a special Halloween concert at Nosh in downtown Springfield for everyone out to lunch. Join us in celebrating these talented young musicians! Special thank you to everyone at Nosh for their continued support of the arts in Springfield. A Focus Springfield Production focusspringfield.com
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Springfield Central High School is piloting the district's new cell phone policy, where phones are placed into a locking pouch during class time throughout the school day. Through just a couple months, students and teachers have both seen the program have a positive impact on both learning and the school community.
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On September 28, 2022, the White House convened a Conference on Hunger, Nutrition, and Health – the first of its kind in over 50 years. The Food Bank of Western MA convened members of the Western MA anti-hunger community to discuss the Conference and and identify practical next steps toward ending hunger by 2030. Aaron Vega - Dir. Planning & Economic Development, and former Holyoke State Rep. Dr. Christina Royal - Holyoke Community College President Liz O’Gilvie - Springfield Food...
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Recorded October 13, 2022 The Artist Café in Springfield, MA is officially open for business! Check them out at 1365 Main Street for great coffee and pastries, local art, and live music.
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Fresh Paint Springfield unveils their new mural dedicated to the New North Citizens Council YouthBuild program. Recorded 9/16/22
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Thank you for tuning in to our live debate/forum for the City Council Ward 5 seat in Springfield, MA. Our program will begin promptly at 7:00pm on Wednesday, August 31st. Immediately upon conclusion, it will be available on-demand. The Election will take place on Tuesday, September 13 from 7AM-8PM in Ward 5. For more information: https://www.springfield-ma.gov/elections/index.php?id=early-voting A Focus Springfield Production focusspringfield.com
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Recorded on August 29, 2022. Massachusetts Convention Center Authority (MCCA) Executive Director David M. Gibbons announced the official start of construction of a modern garage at MassMutual Center. Governor Baker, Lt. Gov. Karyn Polito and Mayor Sarno also shared remarks on this ambitious project. It wasn't your usual press conference however. As the event ended, officials enjoyed the symbolic acts of taking a sledgehammer to some concrete mockups and then Governor Baker used heavy equipment...
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Join us in celebrating the start of the 2022-23 school year! As always, this years program will be full of inspirational messages from innovators in education to help us all start the new school year strong.
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The Springfield Jazz & Roots Festival was held in Springfield, MA on August 12-13, 2022. Keep an eye on springfieldjazzfest.com for next year's date and lineup! A Focus Springfield Production focusspringfield.com
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The Springfield Jazz & Roots Festival was held in Springfield, MA on August 12-13, 2022. Keep an eye on springfieldjazzfest.com for next year's date and lineup! A Focus Springfield Production focusspringfield.com
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The Springfield Jazz & Roots Festival was held in Springfield, MA on August 12-13, 2022. Keep an eye on springfieldjazzfest.com for next year's date and lineup! A Focus Springfield Production focusspringfield.com
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The Springfield Jazz & Roots Festival was held in Springfield, MA on August 12-13, 2022. Keep an eye on springfieldjazzfest.com for next year's date and lineup! A Focus Springfield Production focusspringfield.com
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The Springfield Jazz & Roots Festival was held in Springfield, MA on August 12-13, 2022. Keep an eye on springfieldjazzfest.com for next year's date and lineup! A Focus Springfield Production focusspringfield.com
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The Springfield Jazz & Roots Festival was held in Springfield, MA on August 12-13, 2022. Keep an eye on springfieldjazzfest.com for next year's date and lineup! A Focus Springfield Production focusspringfield.com
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The Springfield Jazz & Roots Festival was held in Springfield, MA on August 12-13, 2022. Keep an eye on springfieldjazzfest.com for next year's date and lineup! A Focus Springfield Production focusspringfield.com
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The Springfield Jazz & Roots Festival was held in Springfield, MA on August 12-13, 2022. Keep an eye on springfieldjazzfest.com for next year's date and lineup! A Focus Springfield Production focusspringfield.com
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The Springfield Jazz & Roots Festival was held in Springfield, MA on August 12-13, 2022. Keep an eye on springfieldjazzfest.com for next year's date and lineup! A Focus Springfield Production focusspringfield.com
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The Springfield Jazz & Roots Festival was held in Springfield, MA on August 12-13, 2022. Keep an eye on springfieldjazzfest.com for next year's date and lineup! A Focus Springfield Production focusspringfield.com
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The Springfield Jazz & Roots Festival was held in Springfield, MA on August 12-13, 2022. Keep an eye on springfieldjazzfest.com for next year's date and lineup! A Focus Springfield Production focusspringfield.com
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Join us in celebrating the Springfield Summer Class of 2022 Graduates! A Focus Springfield Production focusspringfield.com
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In this debut edition of Springfield Gaming Corner, host Kenny Castro sits down with the owner of recently opened Games N' Friends Kris Wetherbe to discuss their upcoming Yu-Gi-Oh! tournament, opening a business during the pandemic, and future plans for their community space. The upcoming inaugural tournament will take place on Saturday, August 20 at 11:00am at Games N' Friends on Boston Road in Springfield. RSVP here:...
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Watch live as candidates Sydney Levin-Epstein & Jacob Oliveira debate live in advance of their bid for the Massachusetts First Hampden & Hampshire District Senate Seat. A Focus Springfield Production focusspringfield.com
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Please note that our recording unfortunately began with some audio technical difficulties. We corrected these issues as soon as possible, within the first few minutes. Our sincere apologies for the error. Thank you for tuning in to our live debate for the City Council Ward 5 seat in Springfield, MA. This is a rebroadcast of the live stream from August 3, 2022. A Focus Springfield Production focusspringfield.com 0:00 - Audio Issues 5:05 - Audio Corrected
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Mike Lee is a candidate for City Council Ward 5 in Springfield, MA. The preliminary election is August 16, 2022 and the general election will be held on September 13, 2022.
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Lavar Click-Bruce is a candidate for City Council Ward 5 in Springfield, MA. The preliminary election is August 16, 2022 and the general election will be held on September 13, 2022.
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Ellen Moorhouse is a candidate for City Council Ward 5 in Springfield, MA. The preliminary election is August 16, 2022 and the general election will be held on September 13, 2022.
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Click here to watch the Spanish Translation https://youtu.be/UIEf_Oma31k Haga clic aquí para ver la traducción en Español https://youtu.be/UIEf_Oma31k
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Ed Collins, Jr. is a candidate for City Council Ward 5 in Springfield, MA. The preliminary election is August 16, 2022 and the general election will be held on September 13, 2022.
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Nicole Coakley is a candidate for City Council Ward 5 in Springfield, MA. The preliminary election is August 16, 2022 and the general election will be held on September 13, 2022.
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LaMar Cook is a candidate for City Council Ward 5 in Springfield, MA. The preliminary election is August 16, 2022 and the general election will be held on September 13, 2022.
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Recorded July 7, 2022 SPRINGFIELD CITY LIBRARY GOES FINE FREE - Goodbye Late Fees, Hello Access to All Just In Time for Summer Reading The Springfield City Library along with Mayor Sarno and the Library Commission will announce today that effective immediately, overdue fines will no longer accrue on books and other circulating materials and past late fines will be eliminated entirely. The announcement comes as the Library kicks off its annual Summer Reading Club at a special event filled with...
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Recorded June 29, 2022 via Representative Bud L. Williams: Please join Representative Bud L. Williams of the 11th Hampden District, House Chair of the Joint Committee on Racial Equity, Civil Rights, and Inclusion along with members of the Springfield Delegation, on Wednesday, June 29, 2022, at 11 am at 878 State Street Springfield, MA as they present the Springfield National Association for Black Veterans, Inc. (NABVETS), Chapter 00102 with a check in the amount of $100,000 allocated through...
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Recorded by FOCUS Springfield on May 25, 2022 at the Springfield Public Forum. Join the Pioneer Valley Symphony in an Evening for Ukraine with; Solomiya Ivakhiv - Violin Teryn Kuzma - Soprano and Bandura Tianhui Ng and Marika Kuzma - Conductors Sponsored by MassMutual, the Thomas De Hartman Project & MassLive
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Join us in celebrating the Springfield Alternative Schools Class of 2022 Graduates! A Focus Springfield Production focusspringfield.com
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Join us in celebrating the Roger L. Putnam Vocational Technical Academy Class of 2022 Graduates! A Focus Springfield Production focusspringfield.com
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FreshPaintSpringfield.com/donate Fresh Paint Springfield 2022 (September 10-18) needs your support. Donate now at FreshPaintSpringfield.com/donate. Your donation will be doubled by a grant from MassDevelopment! Produced by Focus Springfield - Producer: Josué Vázquez focusspringfield.com Photos by Isabella Dellolio Photography iseballadellolio.com Music Provided by SoundStripe: Dr. Delight, "Get Your Part On"
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