Springfield
Morning News
Saturday, March 7th, 2026
Good morning, Springfield. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 7th of March.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Bishop Timothy McDonnell (88) passed away Thursday after a long career guiding parishes through tough times. A viewing will be held at St. Joseph’s Church in Pittsfield on March 12 from 4 to 6 p.m., with a lay in state at St. Michael’s Cathedral in Springfield on March 13. MassLive
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Y Combinator CEO Garry Tan said the accelerator is thinking about opening a new Cambridge office for biotech, robotics, and hardware startups amid concerns over California's tech rules. Local supporters (including HubSpot's Brian Halligan and Ginkgo Bioworks' Jason Kelly) say a return could boost regional innovation. MassLive
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ The Hope for Youth Performing Arts Center received a $5M federal grant at a ribbon-cutting held Friday in downtown Springfield. With a $10M donation from founder Bob Bolduc and family, the grant will help complete a $15M upgrade including a new HVAC system, building improvements and youth programs. MassLive
- ➤ A deep dive into Springfield's past reveals detailed accounts of the KKK’s 1920s rallies and how local leaders fought against hate, drawing on archived newspaper clippings now digitized. The story offers insights into the community's long struggle against extremism and the effort to understand our history. MassLive
- ➤ T-Birds will host their annual Pink in the Rink Night at the local ice rink today; details on times and activities will follow for families to enjoy a festive community event. Western Mass News
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ The DEP fined Toby Realty Trust $31,000 for not cleaning up a fuel leak at 274 Taylor St. – the company was repeatedly asked to meet cleanup deadlines but did not comply with environmental regulations set after gasoline leaked from underground tanks in 1990. MassLive
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Drury girls basketball beat Hoosac Valley 47-41 on Friday in North Adams. Delaney Hayden scored 18 points with 15 coming from three-pointers to help secure the team's spot in the Division V semifinals. MassLive
- ➤ Springfield Central beat BC High 62-56 Friday night to earn a spot in the Division I state semifinals. Star players Tahir Bey and Aden Cabrera led the team with strong plays (including key free throws and rebounds) in an upset win. MassLive
- ➤ Basketball Hall of Fame leaders Julius 'Dr. J' Erving and Jerry Colangelo wrote a letter on Friday to Mayor Sarno pledging support for a new Competitive Play Center in Springfield to keep the Hoophall Classic local after talks of a Boston move. MassLive
- ➤ Stepping Beyond Sports will partner with the Western Massachusetts Senior All-Star Game on Friday, March 20, from 5:30 to 9 p.m. at the Basketball Hall of Fame. The event will offer student-athletes career opportunities, scholarships and vendor exhibits (local professionals are joining the Professional Development Showcase). BusinessWest
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Providence Bruins vs Springfield Thunderbirds
6:05-7:05 p.m. — MassMutual Center — Stream available — Catch the exciting clash between the Bruins and Thunderbirds live on FloHockey.
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Big Irish Jay's Comedy Night
8-11 p.m. — MGM Springfield — Ticketed event — Experience the charm of stand-up comedy with Big Irish Jay, a favorite among comedy enthusiasts.
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Run To End Homelessness 5K10K Walk/Run
10 AM – 12 PM — Old Monkey House — Registration fee applies — Participate in a 5K or 10K walk/run to support efforts to end homelessness.
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Foundations of a City: The Institutions that Built Springfield
12:15-1:30 p.m. — Springfield Museums — $4, Members free — Explore the architectural and social history of Springfield's civic institutions.
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MercyMe Concert
7:00-8:30 p.m. — MassMutual Center — Luxury suite experience — Watch MercyMe perform in the comfort of your exclusive box.
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Matthew Broussard Comedy Show
8-11 p.m. — MGM Springfield — Ticket prices vary — Experience the unique humor of a former financial analyst turned comedian with a flair for the educational.
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Comedy Night with Matthew Broussard
8-11 p.m. — MGM Springfield — Ticket pricing varies — Experience the clever and self-deprecating humor of a financial analyst turned comedian.
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Springfield Thunderbirds vs. Hershey Bears
7:05-8:05 p.m. — MassMutual Center — Ticket prices vary — Watch the Thunderbirds continue their AHL season with an exciting matchup against the Bears.
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Syracuse Crunch vs Springfield Thunderbirds
6:05-7:05 p.m. — MassMutual Center — Check FloHockey to enjoy live streaming of this exciting hockey matchup.
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