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The June STM Report can be found at https://ema.arrl.org/massachusetts-rhode-island-stm-report-for-june-2024/. Note especially last call for the annual traffic handlers picnic August 4 in Concord MA from 12 Noon on. Also check out an update on new ARRL Numbered Radiograms and New Handling Instructions, now available in both PDF and DOCX format for download on the NTS2.arrl.org website.
The STM report for May is now posted at https://ema.arrl.org/massachusets-rhode-island-stm-report-for-may-2024/ . Take particular note of the Traffic Handlers picnic on Sunday, August 4 from 12:00 Noon on. Hamburgers, hot dogs, Italian sausage and baked beans provided. Bring your beverage of choice and a lawn chair if you have one. A request has been made for good weather, so come join with fellow traffic handlers and would-be traffic handlers for some food and friendly conversation. An RSVP would be most appreciated so I can plan on how much food to have on hand. Also note information about the NTS Treasure Hunt and NE HamXposition forums on NTS.
In 2023 the NTS 2.0 team updated the ARRL numbered radiogram texts. While the former text numbers were not changed a number of new texts were added. These have been coordinated with the RRI numbered texts to avoid confusion. The new list can be found at https://ema.arrl.org/arrl-numbered-texts-20230606/ .
The Massachusetts and Rhode Island STM Report for April 2024 is now, somewhat belatedly, available at https://ema.arrl.org/massachusetts-rhode-island-stm-report-for-april-2024/. Included are announcements about upcoming events and information about ARRL Numbered Radiograms and PSHR reports.
The March 2024 STM Report for Massachusetts and Rhode Island can be found at https://ema.arrl.org/massachusetts-rhode-island-stm-report-for-march-2024/ . Note new traffic handlers, preparations for Field Day, NTS Letter archive, Radiogram Web Portal and training and promotional materials on the NTS2 website.
The February traffic report for the combined sections of East and West Mass and Rhode Island can be found at https://ema.arrl.org/massachusetts-rhode-island-stm-report-for-february-2024/. Highlighted are two section nets including special commendation to MARIPN for highest number of check-ins and traffic, as well as MARI CW, then and now. Come join both friendly groups. We would love to hear from you.
First Region Net Cycle 2 (SSB) is changing its meeting time due to the time change to Daylight Savings. Both early and late sessions will meet on 3950 Khz at 1445 and 1630 local time. This change is due to the change in the Eastern Area Net time which will continue to meet at 1930 UTC except on Monday, Wednesday and Friday at 1915 UTC (1530 and 1515 local respectively). The alternate frequency for First Region is 7240 Khz. Eastern Area meets on 7243 Khz daily.
The Section Traffic Manager’s report for December 2023 can be found at https://ema.arrl.org/massachusetts-rhode-island-stm-report-for-december-2023-2/ . Note a recap of 2023 stats and events, NTS participation in February 3 section SET, traffic tip on service messages and spotlight on KC1KVY.
(Note page 2 of report can be found by placing curser over bottom of the page and clicking on page 2)
According to Net Manager Ralph Devlin, N1LAH, effective Sunday January 7, 2024 the Massachusetts Rhode Island Phone Net will be adding Sunday sessions to its regular weekly schedule. Look for the net daily at 1700 local time on 3978, +/- due to interference. This net serves the three sections of East Mass, West Mass and Rhode Island with outlets to anywhere message traffic is legally permitted. All amateurs are welcome.
The MA/RI STM report for November 2023 can be found at https://ema.arrl.org/massachusetts-rhode-island-stm-report-for-november-2023/ . Note: scroll to bottom of the page to find page 2.
Holiday greetings to all the great traffic handlers in Massachusetts and Rhode Island. Thank you for all your participation and support.
73, Marcia KW1U STM
The Massachusetts and Rhode Island STM Report for October 2023 can now be found at https://ema.arrl.org/massachusetts-and-rhode-island-stm-report-for-october-2023/ . Note NTS participation in November SET, NTS 2.0 Update, (re)-learn CW, and spotlight on Section Manager Jon McCombie N1ILZ
The September STM report for the combined sections of Eastern and Western Mass and Rhode Island can be found here. Note a history of HHTN thanks to Joe Weiss, W1HAI, and with special recognition to Scott Cassidy, N1SGB, for keeping the net’s continuity intact; how to sign up for future issues of the NTS Letter; using APRS to enter radiograms into the nationwide Digital Traffic System; getting creative with radiogram originations.
The Heavy Hitters Traffic Net has been around since the 1970’s and continues to provide a nightly outlet for National Traffic System messages. Through repeater linking and Echolink it currently covers most of the Commonwealth of Massachusetts with outlets to the rest of the country and beyond. Former net manager Joe Weiss W1HAI has written a history of this net. Find the link here and come see what it is all about. They welcome visitors and are happy to explain the NTS and how to become involved.
The Massachusetts Rhode Island STM report for August 2023 is now available at https://ema.arrl.org/massachusetts-rhode-island-stm-report-for-aug-2023/. Note recent NTS news in QST and On the Air magazines plus podcast featuring KC1OIP. Also upcoming NTS Letter, patterned after ARES Letter, soon to be sent to ARRL field appointees. ARRL members can subscribe to this monthly newsletter featuring NTS. Also spotlight on Michael Ford, WZ0C.
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Net manager of the MARIDN Jon McCombie N1ILZ announces a slight move for this net in order to prevent interference to an ongoing CW net. The net will move down 500 Hz to 3582.5. It is a fun new net that is drawing more interest. It currently uses the NBEMS suite of software. A Zoom chat precedes this net for informational purposes and can be used to help new folks get started. See N1ILZ@arrl.net for details.
Beginning this month you will see the Massachusetts Rhode Island STM Report, as your STM has been appointed as interim STM for Rhode Island. Rhode Island amateurs have long been included in our section traffic nets. Find the July report at https://ema.arrl.org/massachusetts-rhode-island-stm-report-for-july-2023/. Note there information on “Event Happenings”, “Net News”, “NTS 2.0 Update” and “Traffic Handler of the Month”, along with a peek preview of an upcoming initiative.
The Massachusetts STM Report for June 2023 can be found at https://ema.arrl.org/massachusetts-stm-report-for-june-2023/ . Especially Note: Traffic Handlers Picnic Sunday August 6 beginning at noon at 44 Raymond Rd Concord MA. Anyone interested in traffic handling throughout the region is welcome. Hamburgers, hot dogs and Italian sausages will be provided along with a big shade tree. Bring your beverage of choice and a lawn chair. Please RSVP to KW1U@comcast.net so we have enough food. Also note upcoming HamXposition and NTS events, new field appointments and reporting clarification.
The Section Traffic Manager’s report for May 2023 can be found at the following link https://ema.arrl.org/massachusetts-stm-report-for-may-2023/ . Note upcoming Traffic Handlers’ Picnic in Concord MA Sunday, August 6 beginning at noon. Also note NTS Meet and Greet and NTS 2.0 presentation at HamXposition weekend of August 25-27, dates and times TBD. See also featured traffic handler of the month Ralph Devlin, N1LAH, and traffic tip of the month.