Katie DeRosa

Local restaurants have taken a huge hit. On this episode of The 495, we’re joined by Purple Carrot Bread Co. owners Alaina and Doug Brackett to find out what their Lowell bakery is doing to survive in the age of COVID.

Thinking about how to take care of yourself in 2021? Red Antler Apothecary owners Rachel Chandler and Rick Stec are this weeks guests on The 495. 

This week on The 495, we talk with Chath pierSath about his most recent collection of poems, “On Earth Beneath Sky.” Aside from being a poet, Chath is a painter, farmer and, “palm reader of Cambodia.”

This week on The 495, we’re talking food with restaurateur Scott Plath. Lobster bisque, hot cocktails, pivoting during the pandemic? It’s all on the menu in this week’s episode.

The 495 celebrates our 50th episode with the return of Lane Glenn, president of NECC, adventurer and writer, to discuss the state of American education during COVID and the importance of optimism.

Much to do this weekend in the MV with a virtual Joan Watson-Jones concert, Christmas shows and festivals, a cemetery tour and a look at the history of our beloved river. All that and more in this week’s Eight Great.

We know many in-person events are cancelled this year, but the team at MVM wanted to share some holiday spirit with you. Presenting the 2020 Virtual Holiday Home Tour!

Here are some sale announcements, gift ideas and holiday wishes from local businesses in downtown Andover to get you ready for the big shopping weekend.

This week on The 495, we’re joined by UML professor Carol Hay, whose latest book, “How to Think Like a Feminist,” takes a look at the philosophy behind the women’s movement.

For those who aim beyond the big online retailers, here’s a practical buying guide for great gifts made by area producers.

Coffee fans rejoice! This week on The 495 we’ll be discussing everyone’s favorite bean with the owners of Dancing Ox Coffee. These two former professional dancers now run a North Carolina roastery with Merrimack Valley roots.

Ready to drink like a Viking? This week on The 495, we’re joined by the owners of House Bear Brewing, a Newburyport business that specializes in the ancient art of making mead. Grab your drinking horn and listen in to this weeks episode.