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Wednesday, March 19th, 2025
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Good morning, Springfield. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 19th of March.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ The Springfield Preservation Trust is restoring the third oldest building in downtown Springfield at 7-9 Stockbridge St. with a $1.2 million project that fixes its structure, replaces the roof and masonry, and prepares two rental apartments for future use — the trust awaits $300,000 Community Preservation Act funds and will begin roof and masonry work next month so the building can be occupied by spring 2026. The Reminder
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ Crews worked to put out a fire at 14 Carver Street on Carver Street in Springfield — fire officials received the call around 10:30 a.m. Tuesday. Western Mass News
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ Eversource held an in-person assistance event on Tuesday in Springfield at the Raymond A. Jordan Senior Center from 1:00 p.m. — 3:00 p.m. where customer care representatives offered help with natural gas bills through flexible payment plans, financial assistance, and energy efficiency programs after a November 1 rate adjustment and colder winter temperatures raised costs. Western Mass News
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Governor Maura Healey hosted the two-day Massachusetts Governor’s Conference on Travel and Tourism at Mass Mutual Center in Springfield, focusing on tourism innovation and the economic impact of events like the FIFA world cup—state officials and industry leaders attended the event. She also stopped in Lenox and Becket Tuesday to promote her 8 billion dollar Transforming Transportation Roadshow for rural road upgrades. Western Mass News
- ➤ Reconstruction work will soon begin at the 'X' intersection in Springfield as officials plan to update residents with a dedicated website+hotline. A public information meeting in early May will present the project's construction phase so community members can follow the progress. Western Mass News
SHOP NEWS
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SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Smith College's women's basketball team advanced to the NCAA Division III Final Four for the third straight year when they left for Virginia on Tuesday morning. They will face the University of Wisconsin Oshkosh on Friday at 7:30 p.m.—a win could let them compete for the national championship. Western Mass News
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ROAR! Comedy Show featuring AJ Wilkerson
Enjoy an evening of comedy with AJ Wilkerson at The Armory in MGM Springfield.
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ROAR! Comedy Featuring AJ Wilkerson
Experience an evening of laughter with comedian AJ Wilkerson at The Armory in MGM Springfield.
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The Original Western Mass Home Show
12-8 p.m. — Eastern States Exposition — $10 general admission, $7 with coupon — Explore innovative products and services for your home and garden.
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Live Music at Great Awakening Brewing Company
5-8 p.m. — Great Awakening Brewing Co — Free entry — Enjoy live music from October Mountain Band while savoring craft beer and food in a scenic taproom.
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Women’s Leadership Conference
7:30 AM – 4:30 PM — MassMutual Center — Registration required — Empowering women through knowledge, confidence, and connection in their careers.
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Roar! Comedy: The Magic of Eric Eaton
8-11 p.m. — MGM Springfield — Cost info not provided — Enjoy a night of comedy and magic with Eric Eaton, a performer known for his sold-out tours and captivating television appearances.
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Roar! Comedy: The Magic of Eric Eaton
8-11 p.m. — MGM Springfield — Ticketed event — Experience the magic and laughter with Eric Eaton, a master illusionist and comedian.
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Singles Retreat 2025: Foundation
8-10 p.m. — Sheraton Springfield Monarch Place Hotel — Registration Required — Build relationships and faith at this gathering for singles in New England.
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Meet the Easter Bunny & Bluey
10:30-12:00 p.m. — The Longmeadow Shops — Free entry — Experience a joyful morning with the Easter Bunny and Bluey, perfect for families.
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The Chaos Beneath Returns: Public Reading by U.S. Latino Poets
7-8 p.m. — Jones Library — Free entry — Experience an evening of captivating Latino poetry from renowned poets in an intimate setting.
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