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
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What Are These Strange Tubes Along Roads In Massachusetts?
What's up with these long and winding tubes along roads and streets in Massachusetts? If you're a runner or walker, you've definitely noticed these things. They are usually green or light brownish in color and you'll probably see them in close proximity to construction zones...
This Mass. Beach Has ‘The Biggest Waves’
The summer months will be here soon in Massachusetts and weather models are predicting a hot season. I like the heat, do you? There are lots of things to love about the bay state and coastal beaches are on that list.
Mass. is not known for beaches with huge waves, but there are some...
14 Massachusetts Towns Where Homes Cost The Most
The average home value has risen by 8.7% in Massachusetts over the last twelve months. The average price according to Zillow is $612,509. More than half the time, people get more than the asking price, to boot.
Massachusetts consistently makes the top ten most expensive states to live in when it comes to real estate, the price of groceries, and more...
ALERT: Snake Found In Massachusetts Has Lethal Bite
Massachusetts is not known for its abundance of snakes, but there are two in particular that you do not want to mess with. The Timber Rattlesnake and Copperhead are venomous and they are found in Massachusetts.
Garter snakes (sometimes referred to as garden snakes) are very common in Massachusetts and a really no threat to humans although their bite can cause some annoyances...
‘Obnoxious’ Component To USPS Vehicles Angers Massachusetts
LED lights are just too bright. Yes, they illuminate the road better, but at what cost? LED headlights have replaced halogen lights over the years, and some are just obnoxious.
Headlights on USPS vehicles are insanely bright since they switched to LED
A halogen bulb puts out about 1,000 lumens...
The Most Dangerous Dogs In Massachusetts
This post is surely to offend someone. I had a pit bull, I know they're a fantastic dog breed, but they can be very dangerous. Pit bulls were responsible for 66% of all dog bite fatalities from 2006-2019.
The most dangerous dog breeds in Massachusetts
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The Truth About ‘Private Way’ Signs In Massachusetts
"Private Way" signs can be confusing in Massachusetts. They come off so exclusionary, don't they?
The signs aren't as direct as "no parking", but they feel as if you're breaking some law if you travel on a "Private Way".
'Private Way' Signs Confuse Massachusetts?
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Can You Recycle Pizza Boxes In New York?
Happy Earth Day, everybody! This is a day where we should look in the mirror and ask ourselves are we doing our best to reduce, reuse, and recycle? Emphasis on the first two r's are more important than ever.
New Yorkers love their pizza and pizza boxes are made from mostly cardboard which is totally recyclable...
Massachusetts Bear Killing Warns Others
Black bears have been coming out of hibernation for a few weeks now in Massachusetts. If you live in bear territory here in the commonwealth and you leave them a regular food source, expect regular visits. My family has encountered a large black bear recently early in the morning hours...
This Foreign Country Owns 250,000 Acres In New York!
The does U.S. own all of its land? The topic of Chinese owned land in America can rub people the wrong way. I didn't even know China owned any land in the U.S. When I say "China", I don't mean the Chinese government, but Chinese investors.
This Foreign Country Owns 250,000 Acres In New York
Foreign countries do own land in the U...