Best Watertown Podcasts (2025)

Northeast Radio SD: On-Demand Local Listen Host: Steve Jurrens & Dorene Foster with Northeast Radio SD Guests: Jo Vitek (Divine Providence of South Dakota) & Jesse Hurkes (Youth Pastor, Cornerstone Church) Episode Summary In this episode, we dive into a crucial conversation about protecting our youth and strengthening families in Northeast South Da…

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Watertown's Mosesian Center for the Arts Celebrates "A Charlie Brown Christmas" 9:22

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When it comes to classic Christmas albums, Vince Guaraldi's "Charlie Brown Christmas" soundtrack often ranks up there near the top! You can hear it live this coming week at Watertown's Mosesian Center for the Arts, performed by the Eric Mintel Quartet on December 9. It's just one of many different winter programs that the Center is putting on this …

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Prison reform bill, Adirondack indigenous history book, Farm update with Kitty O'Neil 33:28

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(Dec 23, 2025)By NCPR News

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Northeast Radio SD News Recap for Mon. 12/22/25 - County Contracts, Holiday Giving, and Local Sports 6:44

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In today’s episode, we cover the finalization of 2026 labor agreements for Codington County’s law enforcement, a heart-warming milestone for a local holiday tradition, and the opening of winter sports registrations. We also take a look at regional health data and significant updates from the Department of Justice. In This Episode: Codington County …

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Episode 423: 2025 Hackie Awards Special – Local Spotlight: The Tobacco Shack; Rowley, MA 57:12

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Direct from The Tobacco Shack in Rowley, MA it’s the 2025 Hackie Awards Show. We get the RI run-down from Ricky and Pat. The Hidden Herf is unexpected. Local Spotlight – The Tobacco Shack; Rowley, MA Controversy Corner – The Proper Cut for Your CigarBy [email protected]

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Stefanik drops out, Russians at Lake Placid luge World Cup, Betsy Kepes on mysteries 31:17

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Northeast Radio SD News Recap for Fri. 12/19/25 5:54:18

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In this new recap, we cover a significant legislative push in D.C. to lower healthcare costs and a major federal investment in South Dakota’s defense infrastructure. Locally, we look at a multi-month narcotics bust by the Watertown Police Department and a trial date set for a high-profile felony case. Finally, we provide updates on county road safe…

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Self-Care Isn't Selfish: Resources and Strategies for Caregivers Supporting Loved Ones 20:31

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Recent data shows one out of every four American adults are providing some sort of unpaid caregiving for a loved one, be it a parent, child, or someone else they know with a chronic illness or disability. Caregiving can require a lot of physical, emotional and mental energy, but there's a lot of love there, too - and there is assistance out there t…

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Ice, Ice, Maybe: Essential Winter Driving Tips from AAA Northeast 20:15

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Now that we're officially getting into the coldest months of the year, you're likely ensuring you have everything you need in place to stay warm and safe through the worst elements. That also counts for your vehicle! Mark Schieldrop, Senior Spokesperson at AAA Northeast in Providence, returns to the show to share all the information you need to mak…

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Whole milk bill approved, Salmon River school boxes, Champlain grief phone, ADK Conditions 28:50

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(Dec 19, 2025)By NCPR News

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Northeast Radio SD News Recap for Thurs. 12/18/25 6:43

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We cover a powerful story of community support in Watertown, a razor-thin school district vote, serious legal developments in Codington County, and a new report raising alarms about South Dakota’s road safety. Key Highlights: The Power of Being Seen: We share the story of Kryssa Bacon, a local mother rebuilding her life in Watertown. Through the co…

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Northeast Radio SD's Weekly Chat w/ Hahler Auto in Webster, SD (12/18/25) 7:20

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The weekly check-in with Loren Schoenbeck at Hahler Auto took on a cautious tone this Thursday as severe weather and high wind warnings triggered “no travel” advisories across the Webster area. Schoenbeck reported that while his sales team is still on-site and ready to help, the safest way for customers to browse is through their newly redesigned w…

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The Power of a Happy Place with Trisha Rieffenberger 13:16

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Steve Jurrens and Dorene Foster sit down with Trisha Rieffenberger to discuss the vital work being done by My Happy Place in Watertown, South Dakota. Trisha explains how her team of volunteers transforms ordinary rooms into personalized, therapeutic havens for people facing life-altering health diagnoses. We dive into the emotional "reveal" moments…

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Hochul to sign Aid in Dying bill, sports photographer, Depot Theater "Christmas Carol" production 29:08

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(Dec 18, 2025)By NCPR News

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How To Say No 1:33:30

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Sound Bites "You drive a minivan." "There's a Plan B." "I am a jealous person."

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Northeast Radio SD News Recap for Weds. 12/17/25 - Top Honors, Holiday Giving, and Local Safety 5:37

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Angel’s Attic Named Watertown’s Best Thrift Store Community support has reached a new milestone as Angel’s Attic Thrift Store was officially recognized as the best in Watertown for 2025. The honor was awarded by Business Rate, an organization that identifies local leaders using verified consumer data. Unlike traditional awards that require an appli…

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GF school cellphone ban, Hochul Stefanik poll, Duck hunting on the St. Lawrence 28:41

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(Dec 17, 2025)By NCPR News

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Northeast Radio SD News Recap for Tues, 12/16/25 - Sushi, Savings, and City Infrastructure: Watertown’s 2026 Roadmap 4:54

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In this episode, we break down a massive night for the Watertown City Council. From a favorite local eatery snagging a prime new location downtown to a major win for city employees with a 3.5% raise, there is a lot to cover. We also dive into the "credit card fee" controversy that had council members demanding new standard operating procedures afte…

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The People's Pulse w/ Watertown Mayor Ried Holien 28:26

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Credit Card Fees, Budget Supplements, and Holiday Cheer with Mayor Ried Holien Release Date: December 16, 2025 In this week’s episode, Mayor Ried Holien joins us to break down the latest City Council meeting. We dive into the surprising $250,000 budget shortfall caused by rising credit card processing fees and what the city is doing to protect the …

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Westport VA food pantry, "Miracle" hockey team medal, this month's night sky 31:03

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(Dec 16, 2025) The VA opened a food pantry at its medical clinic in Westport last week, the first in the state to offer food as rates of food insecurity rise; President Trump honored the 1980 Miracle on Ice hockey team at the White House last week with the Congressional Gold Medal; and astronomer Aileen O'Donoghue guides us through this month's nig…

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Northeast Radio SD News Recap for Mon. 12/15/25 - Maas Arena Renovation Funds Earmarked; Operation Prairie Thunder Results Local Turf Project Moves Forward 3:40

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Maas Arena Renovation Funds Earmarked; Operation Prairie Thunder Results Local Turf Project Moves Forward; Federal Sentencing and Yankton Rape Conviction Monday’s broadcast covers key developments in Watertown’s infrastructure planning and the latest law enforcement statistics from across South Dakota. In this episode: Watertown City Council’s Maas…

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Unlocking Watertown’s Future Development with $500K State Grant - City Manager Alan Stage & City Engineer Justin Petersen 16:03

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Watertown is preparing for its next wave of growth! We welcome City Manager Alan Stager and City Engineer Justin Petersen to the studio to discuss the latest advancements in local economic development. The big news is the recent approval of a $500,000 local infrastructure grant from the Governor’s Office of Economic Development, significantly reduc…

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Watertown Star Malia Kranz—Two State Titles and a Path to the Air Force Academy 12:54

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This week on Northeast Radio SD, we sit down with Malia Kranz, a senior whose achievements span academics, athletics, and military service aspirations. Kranz recently received a highly competitive nomination to the U.S. Air Force Academy in Colorado Springs from U.S. Senator Mike Rounds. Key discussion points: The intense nomination process, includ…

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Episode 422: It’s Better with Age – 3Leaf with Jim – Local Spotlight: Plaistow Cigar Company; Plaistow, NH 1:37:14

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Jim from 3-Leaf Cigars joins the Hacks in more ways than one. The hacks turn out in force this week. We retry a cigar that was fresh off the boat 16 weeks back on episode 406. Local Spotlight – Plaistow Cigar Company; Plaistow, NH Controversy Corner – Tina Peters from Colorado and What’s Up in Minnesota…

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Military families and food, end-of-year bill review, Peter Lourie 29:17

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(Dec 15, 2025) Some military members and their families around Fort Drum are struggling with food insecurity and the lasting impacts of the government shutdown; as the year winds down, Gov. Kathy Hochul is working her way through bills that still need her signature; and we talk to the man who has recreated his canoe journey from the headwaters of t…

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NE Radio SD News Recap for Fri. 12/12/25 - Christmas Fundraiser Success, County Leadership Changes, and Fentanyl Sentences 6:54

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In this episode, we cover local fundraising success, a significant personnel change in Grant County, and a push from U.S. Senator Rounds for a federal investigation into persistent mail delivery issues across South Dakota. We also look at holiday travel forecasts, crucial federal sentences handed down for drug trafficking, and the latest flu report…

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National Final Bound! Lake Area Tech Esports Team Ready for Championship Showdown 25:06

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In this episode, we spotlight the incredible journey of the Lake Area Technical College (LATC) Esports team, the Navigator, as they prepare for the national championship. We hear from players Jose Del Angel and Garrison Steele, and detail how this program has grown from a small student club into a nationally competitive force, all while supporting …

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NE Radio SD News Recap for Thurs. 12/11/25 - Codington County Takes Action on Housing, Infrastructure, and Public Safety 5:33

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Federal Housing Grants Secured, New Jail Payment Approved, and a State-Level Tussle Over Telemedicine Welcome to the Northeast Radio news podcast. In this episode, we dive into the latest from Codington County, where commissioners made urgent moves to secure federal housing grants, authorized a significant payment for the new jail facility, and add…

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Parking Lot Prevention: Dana-Farber Cancer Center's Mammography Van Offers Life-Saving Scans 10:56

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While getting an annual mammogram is pretty commonplace for many women, the testing isn't always accessible for many reasons: language barriers, a lack of insurance or being underinsured, the inability to get to a clinic, and childcare issues, just to name a few. Dana-Farber Cancer Institute's Mammography Van has a solution for that. The hospital h…

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Generations Gather to Spread the Gospel in National Center for Afro-American Artists' "Black Nativity" 23:19

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In Roxbury, the team at the National Center for Afro-American Artists has been busy, pulling together this year's rendition of "Black Nativity", the iconic Christmas performance penned by Langston Hughes. The Center is also under new leadership, with Akiba Abaka taking over to bring their creativity and work into a new era. She talks with Nichole a…

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Caribbean Kitchen, young farmer, ADK conditions, 10th Mountain Division Band 29:02

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(Dec 12, 2025) For the last two summers, a woman from the Caribbean has been cooking up meals at a motel in Tupper Lake; we meet a young farmer in Jefferson County who is trying to make it in the industry; John Warren checks on trail and mountain conditions in the Adirondacks; and the 10th Mountain Division Band has two upcoming performances of "A …

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Burt's Frame Job 1:29:32

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Framing the picture is such a critical part of the overall impact of the shot on the audience!

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Mohawk land claim vote, mental health responders in Albany, local holiday giving 30:25

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(Dec 11, 2025) The House passed a bill to ratify the Mohawk land claim deal in the North Country; we ride along with social service case workers in Albany as they handle emergency calls; and we’ll find out about a few ways you can give back this holiday season.By NCPR News

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Northeast Radio SD News Recap Weds 12/10/25 - Prairie Lakes Earns National Honors, ATM Fraud Arrest, and School Board Updates 8:34

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Wednesday’s Top Headlines: Prairie Lakes Earns National Honors, ATM Fraud Arrest, and School Board Updates In today’s broadcast, we lead with significant recognition for a local healthcare system and an essential update on a cross-county law enforcement investigation. We also hear from the Watertown School Board on legislative concerns, a new cell …

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Northeast Radio SD News Recap for Tues 12/9/25 - Year-Round Recreation, Trade Center Planning, and Local Scholarship Opportunities 9:09

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Tuesday’s Top Headlines: Major Expansion Plans, Campus Future, and Scholarship Alerts In today’s broadcast, we cover significant investments in community infrastructure and education. Joy Ranch of South Dakota unveiled plans for a year-round, accessible recreational center. At the same time, Lake Area Technical College (LATC) pushed forward with th…

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Clemency videos, advocates push for prison reform bill, holiday orchestra concert 29:00

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(Dec 10, 2025) We speak with a filmmaker who has been interviewing incarcerated people around the state trying to help their clemency cases; advocates are calling on the governor to sign a prison reform bill, a year after corrections officers beat a Marcy Correctional inmate to death; and we'll hear conversation and music to preview the Orchestra o…

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Lake George boat fire, Bradley's Lookout, fighting censorship, Tim Brookes 30:52

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(Dec 9, 2025) An unoccupied tour boat on Lake George was damaged by a fire on Monday morning; we head to Bradley’s Lookout with reporter Amy Feiereisel for a short hike with a big payoff; a bill awaiting the governor’s signature would ensure librarians across New York State can fight censorship within schools; and North Country writer Tim Brooks ha…

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Northeast Radio SD News Recap for Mon 12/8/25 - Fatal Crash, Traffic Fixes, State Park Honors, and Legal Updates 6:31

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Monday, December 8, 2025, news roundup covers a range of significant events, including a tragic fatal crash, important local traffic closures, the recognition of outstanding state park staff, and major legal developments from across the region. Fatal Crash in Watertown & Temporary Traffic Closure We start with unfortunate news regarding a fatal two…

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Chester The Band Takes Over the Studio! 31:28

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90s Vibes & Broken Sticks: Watertown's Chester Rips Up Our Studio We had to crank the volume up to 11 this week because we had the awesome local alternative band Chester LIVE in the studio! Meet Jaden (drums), Keegan (bass), and Quade (guitar/vocals), three young musicians who came together in Watertown and are quickly making a name for themselves.…

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Pure Desire Ministries Comes to Watertown – A Conversation About Healing and Hope 23:23

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"Hope is Coming": Jo Vitek and Pastor Mark Tracy Discuss the Pure Desire Conference This week on Northeast Radio SD, we sit down with Jo Vitek of Divine Providence of South Dakota and Pastor Mark Tracy of Cornerstone Church to discuss a critical and often-ignored community issue: sexual brokenness and the need for resources dedicated to healing. Vi…

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Season 7 Slipping Through the Cracks of Justice Part 18 “Arthur John Shawcross: “Visit With a Monster” 1:47:25

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In this unforgettable episode of Murder Phone, Tony,The Serial Killer Whisperer, joins his brother Joey and their father Al on a journey into the heart of darkness: a face-to-face visit with Arthur John Shawcross in Fallsburg, New York. What they didn’t know at the time was that this visit took place exactly two months before Shawcross would drop d…

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Episode 421: Rocky Patel Cigars with Nimmy D – Local Spotlight: Federal Cigar; Portsmouth, NH 1:56:19

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Nimish from Rocky Patel Cigars is in town for an event at Federal Cigar. We sit down to talk cigars with Nimish and Federal Cigar with the new management. Local Spotlight – Federal Cigar; Portsmouth, NH Controversy Corner – Pat McPsycicBy [email protected]

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Bills awaiting signature, Dinapoli campaign, Barb Heller and Danny Gotham 29:21

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(Dec 8, 2025) Bills are piling up on Gov. Kathy Hochul's desk as the end of the year draws closer; Democrat State Comptroller Tom Dinapoli is running for a fifth term in next year's election; and we listen back to a conversation with longtime friends and musical collaborators Barb Heller and Danny Gotham.…

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BECMA's New "Sustainability Hub" in Roxbury: Black Wealth and a Green Future 15:05

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For years, the Black Economic Council of Massachusetts has been working out of temporary offices as they carried out their mission to support Black business owners around the Commonwealth. Now, their dream to find a special place to settle down and create a permanent home for their work has been realized, with the purchase of a new "Sustainability …

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"Circle of Hope" and "Give 'N Glow" Help Women Sparkle with Confidence and Dignity 14:05

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Sometimes it just takes a bit of self-care to help lift your spirits, and for many women, a little lipstick, mascara, or blush can do just the trick. Unfortunately, good makeup isn't cheap, and when you're struggling to get by, it's far from a priority. Needham's Circle of Hope and Westborough's Give 'N Glow are teaming up with donors, influencers,…

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Northeast Radio SD: Captain Jolly Details Salvation Army's Mission, Record Need, and Matching Kettle Days 26:18

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Captain Dennis Jolly of the Salvation Army in Watertown joins us to discuss the organization's critically important holiday season. This interview provides an in-depth look at how the funds raised during the Christmas Red Kettle Campaign sustain crucial community services throughout the year. Key Takeaways from the Conversation: The Mission: The Sa…

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Northeast Radio SD: Beacon Center's Kellee Dragt & Shona Marshall Unveil "12 Days of Christmas" 27:13

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This special episode features Development Coordinator Kellee Dragt and Outreach Coordinator Shona Marshall from the Beacon Center, who outline their primary holiday fundraising drive: the “12 Days of Christmas.” The coordinators detail 12 distinct events running from December 9th through the 20th, emphasizing the critical goal of raising unrestrict…

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Northeast Radio SD Interviews District 4 SD Rep. Kent Roe 17:29

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Representative Kent Roe (District 4, R) joined Northeast Radio SD this morning to discuss his re-election campaign and preview his legislative focus for the upcoming session, highlighting his commitment to economic development and rural infrastructure. Background and Motivation Roe, a Hamlin High School and SDSU graduate, described himself as a “se…

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North Star Health Alliance troubles, accessible ADK trails, weekend holiday events 29:06

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(Dec 5, 2025) The North Star Health Alliance says delayed reimbursements from the state threaten patients and over 1,700 jobs; a new study from the Adirondack Land Trust is helping people with disabilities navigate which Adirondack trails are truly accessible; and it’s a big weekend for holiday celebrations throughout the North Country, and we’ll h…