Local smoke shops struggle to survive Massachusetts’ vape ban
John Burke, Contributor
December 9, 2019
The ban may come to a close, but has the damage already been done?
Museum hopping in Amherst: three of the best museums to visit in a day
Emma Sammuli, Assistant Lifestyle Editor
November 21, 2019
Visit these three museums in Amherst today to immerse yourself in local art and history.
YKCC spreads awareness on Southeast Asian deportation
Brian Choquet, Campus News Editor
November 18, 2019
“They're really being brought back with no autonomy when they go back. No family connections, no financial security and really no familiarity with the culture.”
Apple Week takes over dining commons
Abbie Gracie, Writer
November 7, 2019
Peanut butter apple smoothies and baked apple French toast expected during Apple Week.
PodCheck: Episode one
Celina Rivernider and Maggie Yonce
November 5, 2019
Uncover the vaping epidemic with PodCheck
Amherst Farmers’ Market features an array of local business and art
Rebecca Duffy and Nicole Biagioni
October 13, 2019
The market focuses on small, sustainable business, and fostering local community.
EEE: What is it, and how can you stay safe?
Rachel Swansburg
October 9, 2019
The 2019 outbreak is the worst Massachusetts has seen in over 50 years.
Stone the Druggist; a small-town band with big dreams
Chloe Lindahl, Writer
October 7, 2019
When asked what the best parts of being in a band, Ford simply says “friendship and camaraderie.” Making music is a job that helps you fulfill the creative outlet in your life.
“I would be a great diva!”: Justice Ruth Bader Ginsburg brings laughs and inspiration to Amherst College
Caeli Chesin and Brian Choquet
October 4, 2019
“It's just crazy because I have a bobblehead of her at my house and so getting to see her speak in person is almost surreal.”
UMass grows towards sustainability
Emilee Klein, Writer
September 28, 2019
The university comes together to reach eco-friendly goals at the Sustainability Slammer
Deteriorating Amherst elementary schools one step closer to needed repairs
Matthew DiPesa, Assistant OpEd and Voices Editor
April 29, 2019
Could this finally be the end of years of disrepair for Amherst's elementary schools?
Be There or Be Square: Cowls family makes huge strides with North Square project
Shae Feather, Contributing Writer
April 22, 2019
North Square will open this summer with shops, restaurants and affordable housing options.
Lily Robinson, Contributor
Even under renewed community pressure, Neal refuses to sign on to the Green New Deal or the No Fossil Fuel Money Pledge.
Hip-Hop MVPs of the decade: 2012 and 2013
2012 and 2013 set in stone a new hip-hop hierarchy and laid the groundwork for the new sounds of hip-hop to come. While Kanye West didn’t show signs of slowing down, it was clear that the crown sat at the top between Drake and Kendrick who stared at each other from the castles they built just three years into the decade.
The Zoo Report: Jonathan Kermah on being co-editor in chief of Amherst Wire
Tune in to hear hot takes on hooking up with exes, Disney+ and ranch dressing.
(Fake) Blonde Moment: Billboard’s Woman of the Year, Hallmark holiday films and finals week.
Tune in to hear Chad and Grace's takes on corny Hallmark holiday flicks.