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Monday, March 9th, 2026

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Good morning, Springfield. Here's your local news at a glance for Monday, the 9th of March.

SPORTS NEWS

  • Springfield Central's Golden Eagles clinched a state semifinal berth on Saturday after a 21-point win against Needham in the MIAA Division I quarterfinal (57 to 36). The team will face Andover next week as they aim to reach the state finals.  MassLive
  • The Patriots have over $55 million in cap space after releasing Stefon Diggs; they are set to fill 26 roster spots when the legal tampering period begins today at noon, and they will target free agents to strengthen the team for a playoff push.  MassLive

EVENTS

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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.

    Wed, 3/11/26

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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.

    Fri, 3/13/26

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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.

    Sat, 3/14/26

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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.

    Thu, 3/19/26

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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.

    Thu, 3/26/26

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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.

    Fri, 3/27/26

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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.

    Sat, 3/28/26

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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.

    Fri, 4/3/26

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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.

    Sat, 4/4/26

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REAL ESTATE

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No new real estate listings today. You can submit one here.

JOB BOARD

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No new job posts today. You can submit one here.

ANNOUNCEMENTS

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No new community announcements today. You can submit one here.

TODAY'S FOOD FOR THOUGHT

Your calendar reflects your priorities better than your Twitter feed.

~ James Clear

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