URI History Professor Miriam Reumann says World War 2 had a lasting impact on American society.
Joe Tasca
The local voice on Weekend Edition for several years, Joe stepped into the role of morning producer in October 2023. Joe is also a reporter, covering stories in the field and conducting interviews with newsmakers.
From an early age, Joe was determined to become a broadcaster, and began his broadcast career as a high school student. His first job was working as a newscaster and engineer for WERI, a full-service radio station in his hometown of Westerly. Prior to coming to The Public's Radio in 2018, Joe spent 15 years as a news anchor and reporter for a cluster of six radio stations in eastern Connecticut.
He graduated from Westerly High and earned his bachelor's degree from Quinnipiac University. When he's not working, he enjoys reading, writing, hiking, playing golf, and traveling to Canada.
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Veteran Makes The Case For Keeping Victory Day A Rhode Island Holiday
Monday is Victory Day in Rhode Island. It’s a time when local veterans who served in World War II reflect on what was the deadliest war in history. 94-year-old Dave Mann of Hope Valley was awarded the Purple Heart after being wounded in combat while serving in Europe. He says he’d like to see the state do […]
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Reed Speaks On Gun Control, AG Whitaker At Brown University
Rhode Island Senator Jack Reed spoke at Brown University’s annual Veterans Day Ceremony.
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Democrats Lament, Conservatives Celebrate After Kavanaugh Sworn In
Supporters welcome Brett Kavanaugh’s conservative influence on the court, but liberals are fuming.
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DCYF Seeks Foster Families In Westerly
In the last year, Rhode Island took custody of 44 children in Westerly who had to leave their homes for safety reasons. The state’s Department of Children, Youth, and Families spokesman, Adam Williams, said that’s why his office is kicking off a new campaign to recruit foster parents in town. “These children who are in […]