State Rep. Donald F. Humason
State representative Don Humason ( R) – Westfield and the 4th Hampden District, discusses the battle between Governor Patrick and the legislature over a Transportation Financing plan as well as the coming House budget debate.
The western branch of the Westfield River is home to the first keystone arch bridges built in America. These magnificent granite structures made it possible for the railroad to cross the Berkshires and open a line from Boston to Albany New York. Today, a recently created hiking trail makes some of these bridges accessible to the public.
http://www.keystonearches.com/
Westfield State University Physical Science Professor Mike Young, secretary of the Westfield River Watershed Association, and Meredyth Babcock, Executive Director of Marmalade Productions, discuss the work the WRWA does to protect the River, as well as the Marmalade productions puppet show that tells the area students the story of protecting the river.
Volunteer at Glendale Falls
State Rep. Don Humason ( R) – Westfield/4th Hampden District, will provide some Republican perspective on the House Ways and Means Committee Budget proposal for Fiscal Year 2013.
The Westfield River Whitewater Races, held every year since 1953, are the oldest continuously run canoe races in the US. This year the races will be on April 21 & 22, we will take a look at the history of the western New England Event.
State Rep. Donald F. Humason
Our guest this week is State Representative Don Humason—Republican – of Westfield. Among other issues, we’ll ask him about Republicans’ generally favorable reaction to the FY 2012 state budget plans presented in both the House and the State Senate. We’ll also get an update on proposed cuts in local government health care costs and the anticipated casino gambling debate.
Sen. Michael Knapik (R) – Westfield & 2nd Hampden/Hampshire District
State Sen. Michael Knapik (R) – Westfield & 2nd Hampden/Hampshire District Ranking minority member – Senate Ways & Means Cmte. member will be joining host Jim Madigan for “The State We’re In” segment airing on Friday, March 4th.
Keystone Arches on the Westfield River ( Jan 29, 2013)