Springfield
Morning News
Wednesday, March 25th, 2026
Good morning, Springfield. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 25th of March.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Freedom Credit Union is hosting free spring shred days to help residents dispose of sensitive documents and reduce identity theft risks; events will run 9-11 a.m. at branches in Feeding Hills, West Springfield and Springfield (limit of 5 file boxes or paper bags per vehicle). Western Mass News
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ A pothole outside the Monkey Wrench Building on Main Street caused eight cars to get flat tires Monday at 9:30 p.m. and led property manager Armando Ruiz to call the city for temporary cones—officials said crews are busy patching similar issues. Western Mass News
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Springfield Prep Charter School has named Meghan Wagner as its new executive director effective April 1. Wagner, who has over 16 years of education experience, has worked as the school’s chief operating and financial officer, and the board expects continued growth (with new challenges ahead) under her leadership. BusinessWest
- ➤ Plans for Springfield’s new German Gerena School are moving forward at the former Chestnut Junior High site (a Tuesday evening meeting gave North End families a chance to review design options) as officials target an August opening for a modern building. Western Mass News
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Wildlife experts advise local residents to bear-proof their yards due to active bear season. Tips include storing trash on collection day, taking bird feeders inside, and using noise to make bears leave + residents are encouraged to follow these steps to avoid unexpected encounters. Western Mass News
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Massachusetts boaters must obtain a safety certificate by passing a required 12-hour course starting April 1 under the Hanson Milone Act of 2024. Local marinas and law enforcement are offering both in-person (free) and online classes to help residents stay safe on the water. Western Mass News
- ➤ Morgan Road between Blossom and Appaloosa in West Springfield is closed today from 8:30 a.m. until noon as crews repair damage from a sewer main collapse — a new raised crosswalk is planned nearby. Western Mass News
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Pope Francis Prep School celebrated its second state hockey championship on Tuesday after the Cardinals beat Saint John’s 2-1 in a double-overtime game last weekend. The school hosted a rally in its gym to honor the team. Western Mass News
- ➤ Western Mass high school softball teams will start the season on Thursday at 4 p.m. after the Pioneer Valley Interscholastic Athletic Conference realigned 41 teams and grouped them into conferences of five to eight teams— coaches expect a competitive season with new matchups that could shape postseason prospects. MassLive
- ➤ MassLive released the Western Mass softball Super 7 list yesterday, Mar. 24, naming top high school players including Frontier’s shortstop, Skyler Steele, and Hoosac Valley’s third baseman, Izabella Tart — whose strong stats last season impressed many — as they prepare for the upcoming season. MassLive
- ➤ Boston Bruins first-round pick James Hagens—set for his pro hockey debut—will take the ice for the Springfield Thunderbirds tonight at the MassMutual Center against Providence at 7:05 p.m. Western Mass News
- ➤ The Thunderbirds are set to host the 16th Annual Cammer Cup on April 4 at the Thunderdome in Springfield — the event includes a local celebrity game, a travel team match and a contest with the Syracuse Crunch, with ticket sales supporting CHD’s youth and adult sled hockey programs. Western Mass News
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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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Emo Philips Live at MGM Springfield
8-11 p.m. — MGM Springfield — Check for ticket prices — Enjoy an evening of humor with one of America's best joke writers.
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ROAR! Comedy with Emo Philips
8-11 PM — MGM Springfield — Ticket prices vary — Experience an evening of laughter with one of America’s best joke writers.
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New England District Championship
12 PM – 7 PM — Eastern States Exposition — Competitive entry — Witness the top robotics teams from New England compete for glory in a thrilling championship atmosphere.
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The Magical Music of Harry Potter - Live in Concert
7:30-9:30 p.m. — Symphony Hall — Experience the enchanting score from the Harry Potter films performed live.
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