Springfield
Morning News
Monday, February 2nd, 2026
Good morning, Springfield. Here's your local news at a glance for Monday, the 2nd of February.
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Frankie and Johnnie's Pizzeria on Island Pond Road closed Aug. 31 after 56 years of service and announced its imminent reopening on Facebook on Friday, Jan. 30; job seekers may email resumes at [email protected] + the local community looks forward to its return. MassLive
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ On Feb. 1, the city celebrated Black History Month with the 40th flag raising at City Hall, featuring the first Black female school superintendent & police superintendent and a ceremony honoring civil rights leader Delois Swan. Leaders reflected on past milestones and called for continued local progress. MassLive
- ➤ Longmeadow sisters Katie, Carly and Emily Kratovil compete on Fox’s survival show Extracted, where Katie faces the wilderness while her sisters direct supplies from HQ (their strategy leans on a strong family bond). The next episode airs today at 8 p.m. on Fox. MassLive
- ➤ Bunny Depergola will host Cooking with Bunny classes (named in honor of her late husband) at a venue in Agawam on Tuesday, Friday, and Saturday nights. Small groups (12–15 people) will learn her late husband Patsy’s favorite recipe for zupa clams to keep his memory alive. Western Mass News
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ The Red Sox acquired right-handed pitching prospect Gage Ziehl on Sunday in a trade sending Jordan Hicks and prospect David Sandlin to the White Sox. Ziehl — a 22-year-old who posted a 4.12 ERA in 22 minor league outings — is expected to strengthen the pitching roster. MassLive
- ➤ South Hadley boys indoor track & field team won the Pioneer Valley Interscholastic Athletic Conference championship with 115 points at Smith College on Sunday, while Hampshire girls captured their title with 126 points by clinching the final relay. Their wins marked significant milestones for both teams. MassLive
- ➤ After a winter storm delay, the Pioneer Valley Interscholastic Athletic Conference Indoor Track & Field Championships were held at Smith College on Sunday morning, with Longmeadow boys winning at 122 points and Amherst girls taking relays while Springfield Central’s Rodriguez brothers and Northampton’s Mairead O’Neil scored individual wins. MassLive
- ➤ The Springfield Thunderbirds clinched a 4-1 win last Saturday night at the MassMutual Center during their 10th annual Hometown Heroes game. The event honored local emergency personnel and featured a parade of emergency vehicles + a tribute to fallen heroes. Western Mass News
- ➤ Chicopee Comp’s boys basketball team bounced back with a 60-48 win over Minnechaug Saturday, Jan. 31, led by Elijah Kleps’ 24 points. Following a loss to Pope Francis, coach Gavin Miller said the Colts flushed off the setback as they focused on improving for upcoming playoff games. MassLive
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Winter Crow Roost Observation
2-6 p.m. — Mass Audubon Arcadia Wildlife Sanctuary — Registration required — Observe thousands of crows gathering for their winter roost while learning about these intelligent birds.
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ROAR! Comedy: Dylan Carlino
8-9:30 p.m. — MGM Springfield — Ticket prices vary — Enjoy a night filled with laughter from the hilariously unique comedian Dylan Carlino.
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Springfield Thunderbirds vs Wilkes-Barre/Scranton Penguins Game
7:00-9:05 p.m. — MassMutual Center — Cost info not provided — Catch the action live with the Springfield Thunderbirds taking on the Wilkes-Barre/Scranton Penguins.
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Ally the Piper Performance
7-10 p.m. — 52 Sumner — Refunds up to 7 days before event — Experience the viral sensation blending modern rock and Celtic influences through the Great Highland bagpipe.
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Joe Bonamassa Live in Concert
8-10 p.m. — Symphony Hall — Ticket prices vary — Experience the legendary blues-rock guitarist Joe Bonamassa performing live with unmatched energy.
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