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. Lottery Ticket More Than Doubling In Price In 2025

The price of a Mega Millions ticket is going up in the new year. Starting in April, one play of Mega Millions will cost you $5.00. This is more than double what the current cost of a ticket is now, $2.00. Mega Millions started in 1996 as "The Big Game" and was offered in just six states including Massachusetts...

America’s ‘Top Burger’ Joint Has 94 Mass. Locations

I have been singing Wendy's praises for years. Those delicious square burgers never seem to be undercooked or overcooked, just right all the time. There was a time when I was getting a Dave's Double everyday, albeit plain. I don't like all of the other toppings it normally comes with...

Christmas Tree Trick Will Help Mass. Residents

My girlfriend and I are heading out to get our Christmas tree this weekend here in western Massachusetts and I just was told some tips to ensure they get properly cared for, including sticking them in boiling water. Fake trees are nice and easy and may not be full of bugs, but there is nothing like that real Christmas tree smell, and sometimes the upkeep may be worth it. Why Massachu...

New York’s Minimum Wage Is Going Up On January 1, 2025

The minimum wage is going up New York state in the new year. It's going up in two different amounts depending on where you live. If you live in New York City, you'll see a bigger minimum total amount than you would if you lived in Buffalo for example...

Mass. Christmas Parade Named ‘Best In America’

A city in Massachusetts is considered to host one of the best Christmas parades in the country. The 71st annual Christmas Parade was held this past Sunday, Dec. 1, 2024 in Quincy, Massachusetts. Sixteen bands will take part along with sixteen floats and numerous specialty units including the always popular Shriners Clowns and Fire Brigade. Cro...

Mass. Law Affects Christmas Lights On Homes

You can no longer buy incandescent light bulbs in Massachusetts. The new federal law took effect on Aug. 1, 2023. What what about Christmas lights? Can you still buy the glass incandescent lights for your Christmas decorating? Yes, you can. Here's why...

Why Some Mass. Residents Are Dying In Vermont

My wife died from triple negative breast cancer in 2020. What preceded her untimely death were three years of chemotherapy and some radiation. She was one of the unlucky ones whose cancer spread. She was only 34 when she died. I remember her telling me that she was ready to die about a week before she actually did...

New Mass. Job Pay Range Law Starts July 31, 2025

The new year is coming fast and with that comes new laws here in Massachusetts. The minimum wage is not going up this year, so we'll just have to wait to see what 2026 brings. It must admit it's pretty annoying when you see a job posting somewhere and what the job pays is nowhere to be found...

Feds Say ‘No’ To This USPS Holiday Tradition In Mass.

Happy Thanksgiving week! We are expecting some snow here in western Massachusetts on Thursday as we kick off the holiday season and it's time to think about your local mail carrier. In all weather conditions, everyday, these guys deliver for you...

2025 State Minimum Wage Increase Info For MA, NH, CT, & ME

The minimum wage in a few New England states will increase starting on Jan. 1, 2025. The federal minimum wage in the U.S. remains at an abysmal $7.25 an hour. The good news is that the states can make their own laws when it comes to the minimum wage...