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Friday, March 27th, 2026

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Good morning, Springfield. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 27th of March.

COMMUNITY NEWS

  • Victoria Accorsi of United Way of Pioneer Valley served as a panelist at the Disrupting Poverty Conference from March 23-26 at Boston University. Her work with the Bridge to Prosperity pilot helps families avoid losing benefits with rising wages (Empath).  BusinessWest

BUSINESS NEWS

  • Six Flags New England is debuting Quantum Accelerator, New England's first dual launch straddle coaster, this season. Season passholders ride during the opening weekend on Saturday, April 11 while all guests can ride starting Friday, April 17 as the park hosts spring break events and operates daily through April 26.  Western Mass News

EDUCATION NEWS

  • Follow My Steps Foundation is hosting Young Women Suited for Growth, a college and career exploration event scheduled for Saturday, April 18 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. at Bay Path University — the event connects young women with mentors, college students, and professionals.  BusinessWest
  • Western Mass Construction and Trades Career Day will take place on Thursday, April 30 from 9:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Franklin County Fairgrounds in Greenfield, where over 700 students will learn about careers in construction and trades - local businesses can meet prospective interns.  BusinessWest

HEALTH NEWS

  • Altus Dental celebrates 25 years of service in New England and marks its longstanding commitment to quality dental care — the milestone reflects ongoing promises to the community and future growth.  BusinessWest

EVENTS

SUBMIT EVENT
  • 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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  • 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.

    Fri, 4/10/26

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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.

    Sat, 4/11/26

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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.

    Wed, 4/15/26

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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.

    Sat, 4/18/26

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REAL ESTATE

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JOB BOARD

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ANNOUNCEMENTS

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