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Unique places you should visit this summer

Now that classes are over, it’s time to explore some local must-sees

Rosa Vogel, Writer • May 14, 2022

Looking to create some new memories with the onset of summer break? These special spots around the Pioneer Valley are perfect for a day trip or a quick visit with your family and friends.

A guide for local music festivals this summer

With concert season quickly approaching, here’s some recommendations for shows that you simply cannot miss!

Sean Dunham, Music Editor • May 7, 2022

Buy your tickets fast, as these six music festivals are coming soon.

Local house concert ends with floor caving in

House full of UMass students and three local bands had floor cave in but didn't leave anyone hurt

Ethan Brayall-Brown and Ethan Goodman, Writers • April 18, 2022

House full of UMass students and three local bands had floor cave in but didn't leave anyone hurt

Ask UMass: Mask Mandate Lift

Ethan Brayall-Brown, Assistant News Editor • March 28, 2022

On this episode of Ask UMass, students tell Ethan Brayall-Brown their thoughts and opinions on the lifted mask mandate here at UMass.

UMass releases their seventh email of the semester on COVID-19 testing data

Testing data from March 2-8 continues to show a decrease in cases, and a reminder on the updated mask mandate

Olivia Capriotti, Writer • March 13, 2022

Testing data from March 2-8 continues to show a decrease in cases, and a reminder on the updated mask mandate

Students and parents petition for safer campus following crash on Mass. Ave.

UMass addresses pedestrian safety concerns

Maddie Fabian, Writer • March 10, 2022

Two online petitions are calling on UMass to make pedestrian safety a higher priority after a student was struck and killed crossing Massachusetts Avenue.

UMass to lift mask mandate for most indoor spaces Wednesday, March 9

In an email from the Co-Directors of the Public Health Promotion Center, the university will lift the indoor mask mandate starting tomorrow

Ethan Brayall-Brown and Olivia Capriotti • March 8, 2022

In an email from the Co-Directors of the Public Health Promotion Center, the university will lift the indoor mask mandate starting tomorrow

UMass releases their fifth email of the semester on COVID-19 testing data

Testing data from Feb.16-22 shows decrease in positive cases, and vaccine clinics continue to be available through March 10

Olivia Capriotti, Writer • February 25, 2022

Testing data from Feb.16-22 shows decrease in positive cases, and vaccine clinics continue to be available through March 10

“A hug is sometimes all you need”

An anonymous Student offers free hugs on Valentine’s Day

Maddie Fabian, Writer • February 14, 2022

For many, Valentine’s Day is a day full of love and romance, but for others, it can be lonely and difficult.

COVID-19 Hits Home: How the Pandemic Has Affected Small Businesses in Amherst

Small businesses have taken a particularly hard hit here in Amherst due to the COVID-19 pandemic, but the town has been building itself up again piece by piece.

Gabbie Merullo, Contributor • December 6, 2021

Small businesses have taken a particularly hard hit here in Amherst due to the COVID-19 pandemic, but the town has been building itself up again piece by piece.

Ask UMass

November 25, 2021

On this Episode of Ask UMass, students tell Amherst Wire Reporters what their Thanksgiving traditions are and mention some of their favorite foods. Reporters: Ethan Brayall-Brown, Gabriella...

UMass football head coach fired

Walt Bell has been fired following his 35-22 Saturday loss against URI.

Shanti Furtado, Contributor • November 16, 2021

Walt Bell has been fired following his 35-22 Saturday loss against URI.