AIDS Foundaction of WMA to Host the Kinsey Sicks at Annual Fundraising Gala
SPRINGFIELD, Mass. — The AIDS Foundation of Western Massachusetts, Inc. (AFWM) is excited to announce that “Viva!,” its seventeenth annual gala, will be held on…
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Is Holyoke the New Northampton for LGBTQ Politics?
Openly lesbian and Puerto Rican candidate wins Council seat by a landslide By: Christine Nicco/TRT Reporter— HOLYOKE, Mass.—Is Holyoke the new Northampton for LGBTQ politics?…
New Director to Take Over LGBT Coalition of Western Massachusetts
By: Lauren Walleser/TRT Assistant Editor— NORTHAMPTON, Mass.—The LGBT Coalition of Western Massachusetts—an organization committed to improving and preserving the well-being of lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender,…
Carnival 2014 Poster Contest
PROVINCETOWN, Mass.—In preparation for the Provincetown Business Guild (PBG) Carnival 2014 “Comic Book Capers,” the PBG’s 3rd Annual Carnival Poster Contest has officially begun. All…
Tenth Anniversary of Goodridge – The Rocky Start of It All
By: Lisa Keen/Keen News Service— It was not the start of the marriage equality movement, but it has proven to be its watershed moment: November…
Transgender Oral History Project Brings Workshops, Interviews
BRATTLEBORO, VT — Representatives of the Transgender Oral History Project will be in Brattleboro, the weekend of November 15 – 17, to present an afternoon…
Gates Poised to Lead Boy Scouts
By: Chuck Colbert/TRT Reporter– National gay-rights leaders are responding positively to reports that former Secretary of Defense Robert Gates will lead the Boy Scouts of America….
GLSEN Brings New Annual Conference to Western Massachusetts
By: Tynan Power/TRT Reporter— AMHERST, Mass.— The Gay, Lesbian & Straight Education Network (GLSEN) welcomed 180 people to a day-long conference at the University of…
Scott Lively Begins Court Proceedings for Crimes Against Humanity
Join local activists for a stand-out prior to the hearing! SPRINGFIELD, Mass. — On Wednesday November 6, 2013 at 11:00 a.m. the Stop the Hate and Homophobia Coalition…
Liza Minnelli & Kathy Griffin to Perform at Foxwoods
Mashantucket, CT–Foxwoods Resort Casino announces performances by the legendary Liza Minnelli and comedic icon Kathy Griffin on November 8 and 9, respectively. LIZA MINNELLI Liza…
VT Organization Offers LGBTQ Wellness Day to LGBTQs and Allies
Brattleboro, VT — Self Care for the Whole Person – a full day of wellness workshops – will take place on Saturday, November 9, from 9 a.m….
New Report Says Trans People Face “Broken Bargain” in Employment
By: Tynan Power/TRT Reporter— BOSTON, Mass.—A new report by the LGBT Movement Advancement Project (MAP) paints a picture of the employment scene for transgender people….
G.O.A.L. New England Supports LGBTQ Public Safety Professionals
By: Lauren Walleser/TRT Assistant Editor— BOSTON, Mass.—The Gay Officers Action League (G.O.A.L.) New England—a group formed in 1991 by four police officers—serves as a community…
‘Valley Gives’ Returns to Western Massachusetts in December 2013
This vastly successful e-philanthropy event has a new goal – to raise $2M on December 12, 2013 in 24 hours. Nonprofits in Hampden, Hampshire and Franklin…
National LGBT Museum Seeks Artifacts from Your Community
Washington, DC – You would be forgiven if you haven’t heard of the National LGBT Museum, which is the first national institution dedicated to showcasing…
New Website Offers Legal Information to LGBTQ & HIV Positive Youth in New England
BOSTON, Mass.—Gay & Lesbian Advocates & Defenders (GLAD) has launched a new website to empower young LGBTQ and HIV positive people in New England with…
AFWM AIDS Walk/5k Run & Festival: Only a Month Away!
Springfield, MASS. — The AIDS Foundation of Western Massachusetts (AFWM) is proud to announce that the 17th Annual AIDS Walk/5K Run & Festival will take place on…
New Haven Pride Center Honors Local Figures at 2014 Dorothy Awards
By: Brook Rosini/Special to The Rainbow Times— NEW HAVEN, Conn.— The Dorothy Awards is an annual fundraiser for the New Haven Pride Center (NHPC) and…
International Homophobia Political Action at Worcester Pride Parade
WORCESTER, Mass—The LGBT Asylum Task Force will march in Worcester’s Gay Pride Parade to demonstrate the plight of the international LGBT community highlighting current hotspots…
Two Amherst Colleges Selected Among the Top Campuses for LGBT Students
AMHERST, Mass.—The University of Massachusetts, Amherst and Amherst College have been recognized as among the best campuses in the country for lesbian, gay, bisexual, and…
New England’s Premier Showcase for Fine and Functional Art
Paradise City Arts Festival Returns to Northampton finely and functionally! Northampton, Massachusetts • October 12, 13 & 14 • Columbus Day Weekend NORTHAMPTON, Mass.—The Paradise…
Vermont: New Lesbian and Bi-women’s Social Event, More
BRATTLEBORO, VT.— A new, monthly social event for women who love women will take place on Saturday, September 21, 6 – 8 p.m., at the…
Judge: Lawsuit Against Anti-Gay Scott Lively Will Move Forward
Crimes Against Humanity Lawsuit Against Anti-Gay Evangelical Leader Will Move Forward SPRINGFIELD, Mass. — In an order issued today by Springfield, Mass. Federal Court Judge, Michael Ponsor,…