Springfield
Morning News
Wednesday, February 4th, 2026
Good morning, Springfield. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 4th of February.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Greater Springfield Habitat for Humanity is hosting a high-energy pickleball tournament with teams of two players on Sunday, March 29 from 8 a.m. to 6:30 p.m. at Picklr, 415 East Main St. in Westfield to raise funds for affordable housing. BusinessWest
- ➤ United Way’s Ski United fundraiser will take place Feb. 5 at Berkshire East to support local programs; South Church in Amherst will host the Calm and Candlelight concert (featuring chants inspired by Taizé practices) and the Belmonte family is set to send off the Patriots as they head to a Super Bowl game in San Francisco. New England Public Media
- ➤ Curio Nataloni, founder of Kitchens by Curio, will be honored with the inaugural Cultural Heritage Impact Award from ERC5 at the Legislative Breakfast on Tuesday, Feb. 10 at 8 a.m. at Ludlow Country Club. BusinessWest
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ 16-time Grammy winner Paul Simon will perform on his A Quiet Celebration tour at Tanglewood on Saturday, June 27 at 7:30 p.m. Tickets go on sale Friday, Feb. 6 at 10 a.m. Western Mass News
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Lydia Dodson was named chief of staff to Bay Path University’s president in Longmeadow. She will lead the Office of the President and coordinate board communications to support the university’s strategic growth. BusinessWest
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Berkshire Gas proposed an 18 to 23 percent rate hike that could add over $50 a month for heating customers and affect roughly 40,000 users in parts of Western Mass. State regulators are holding a public hearing today (7:00 to 9:00 p.m. on Zoom) as the governor calls the increase unaffordable. Western Mass News
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Local doctors advise residents to get vaccinated, wear masks, and wash hands frequently as flu cases remain high. They noted cases peaked over the holidays, declined slightly, and may rise again as cold, dry weather favors the virus — experts stress relying on trusted local medical advice. Western Mass News
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Belchertown racer Glen Reen will take his self-built car to Daytona Beach on Feb. 14 at 12 p.m. on FOX6. He built the car with his team in a local garage + is chasing his lifelong dream. Western Mass News
- ➤ On Tuesday, a MassLive report showed that local girls basketball player Audrey Amaral matched Topaz Green in recording points, three pointers, two pointers and free throws. MassLive
- ➤ Tuesday's stats report showed that Samuel Woodruff and Domeniq Sanches led local high school basketball scoring, based on figures reported to MassLive. MassLive
- ➤ The Athol Bears beat Mahar Regional School 44–42 when Dominik St. Andre scored crucial points in the fourth quarter after an eight point deficit. The Bears host Granby at 7 p.m. today. 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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Ray Lau Comedy Show
8-11 p.m. — MGM Springfield — Ticket prices vary — Enjoy a night of laughter with unique and relatable humor from Ray Lau, a rising star in standup comedy.
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