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Music Worcester is in the midst of an ambitious 11-year project to present all of the known works of J. S. Bach. Chris Shepherd is Artistic Director. He talks with Suzanne Bona about why it matters, what it reveals, and how it comes to life today.

Suffolk’s water authority is suing Riverhead over plans for a North Fork water pipeline. Connecticut transportation officials consider using diesel trains again to cut costs. Plus, how one local organization fights loneliness through the arts.

WSHU’s Ebong Udoma spoke with CT Mirror’s Dave Altimari to discuss his article, “In Northwestern Connecticut, curling isn’t just for the Olympics,” as part of the collaborative podcast Long Story Short.

Commentator David Bouchier recalls the manners and morals of another age.

Opponents of Connecticut’s affordable housing law plan to challenge a proposed enhancement. Pot holes are a big problem on Route 25 in Suffolk. The state of Connecticut will not help fund a Bridgeport soccer stadium. Plus, you can try this unique Olympic sport right here in our region.

Long Island environmental advocates say they’ll fight EPA rollbacks. But first, Connecticut lawmakers consider a per-child tax break for some parents. Fire departments in the state say they’re having trouble finding new staff. Plus, New York rolls out stronger penalties for some driving violations.

A New York state bill on food ingredient transparency is on the governor's desk. A bill banning cell phones in Connecticut schools moves forward. The New York state budget gets delayed…again. There are plans to turn the old Remington site in Connecticut into a nature preserve. Plus, the latest from WSHU’s Long Story Short.

PURA says it’ll soon decrease rates for consumers. Details on a new Connecticut gun reform bill. Electric Boat breaks ground on a North Stonington facility. Plus, how to save money while saving the environment.

An older woman learns that her eyesight is waning. That prompts her to start writing letters while she still can. Lots of letters. And these letters make up the novel that’s a sleeper hit this year. WSHU’s Book Critic Joan Baum reviews The Correspondent.

Amtrak sues Metro North. Connecticut’s AG backs tougher penalties for deepfake sexual abuse. Advocates call on New Haven officials to do more for the unhoused. Plus, the state makes moves to impose more oversight over homeschool families.