Slater

Slater is one half of "Slater & Marjo In The Morning", Berkshire County's live and local, super interactive morning show for Pittsfield and beyond. You'll find Slater, who always has a ton of questions, writing about anything that is happening in Massachusetts! After losing his wife to breast cancer in 2020, Slater is a single Dad of two young boys and is super passionate about people, local radio, and just life in general! Fun Slater facts: -Loves Pizza and Cheeseburgers -Loves the band Oasis -Loves to be outside -Loves Netflix -Loves Comedy -Loves Grapefruit Seltzer -Loves Dunkin' -Loves to play guitar and sing -Loves golf -Is Empathetic and Narcissistic at the same time

Mass. Beer Garden Named ‘Best In America’

A popular brewery in Nantucket, MA was recently named as having one of the best gardens in the U.S. Beer gardens offer a nice setting where people can drink, eat, socialize, listen to live music, play games and more. Usually featuring long tables under provided shade from umbrellas or trees, it's massive fun for craft brew lovers in particular. Mass. B...

Clothing Colors That Attract Wasps In Mass.

Wasps and hornets plaguing your backyard barbecue are such a buzzkill. See what I did there? Seriously though, do these things actually have a purpose on the planet other than sting people? Do wasps serve a purpose? Yes. Wasps are probably best known for disrupting summer picnics, but they are actually very important in keeping the ecosystem balanced, providing us with natural pest control. Wit...

The Deepest Lake In Massachusetts

There are moments in your life that are unforgettable, and your feet touching the mucky bottom of a lake in Massachusetts is one of those moments. If you're unable to swim in deep waters, you don't have much option than to touch besides wearing water shoes...

The Safest Hospitals In Mass.

Five hospitals in Massachusetts were recognized in 2025 for their excellence when it comes to safety. Let's face it, things can go wrong when in the hospital, but if you or your loved one is in need of care, you'll want to know where your hospital stands in terms of quality of care...

Here’s How Much The Mass. Karen Read Jurors Are Getting Paid

Jury duty - your civic obligation. Once you turn 18, you become eligible for being randomly selected for jury duty. Jurors listen to evidence presented during a trial, deliberate, and reach a verdict based on the facts and law. In Massachusetts, residents may be summoned to serve in state or federal courts for criminal or civil cases ...

Another Mass. Bank Shutting Down 6 Locations

We reported last month that TD Bank is closing six Massachusetts branches in the first week of June. Now, Santander has said they will shutter six locations as well. The two banks are unrelated, but the trend of bank branch closures isn't...

Mass. Will Revoke Passport If You Owe Child Support

If you owe back child support in Massachusetts, you are subject to serious consequences including a U.S. passport penalty. Mass. Will Revoke Passport If You Owe Child Support Here's the deal: if an individual owes $2,500 or more in back child support, the Massachusetts Department of Revenue Child Support Enforcement Division reports their name to the federal Office of Child Support Services... Rea

Yes, Deadly Rattlesnakes Live In Massachusetts

A garter snake was tucked under the rubber seal of my garage door the other day and it got me thinking about snakes in Massachusetts, rattlesnakes in particular. Are there any here? It's true, Massachusetts is home to rattlesnakes and their bite can be deadly...

This Home Action Is Vital and Lawful In Mass.

I was breaking the law and didn't even know it. Moreover, I didn't know WHY it was so important. When I think of the number on your home being necessary, I think delivery of mail and other products. First responders, for some reason, didn't pop into my head...

The Highest Paid Public Employee In Mass.

Massachusetts is surely in line with modern trends. Which? The ones where University athletic coaches often dominate the top salary tiers due to the revenue-generating potential of college sports! I thought for sure the highest paid employee for the State of Massachusetts would be in government...