Springfield
Morning News
Thursday, April 2nd, 2026
Good morning, Springfield. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 2nd of April.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ The Springfield Thunderbirds, Hampden County Sheriff’s Office and the YWCA of Western Massachusetts will partner at a game on Saturday, April 4 for Domestic Violence Awareness Night; fans can enter a raffle + win specialty jerseys, with proceeds benefiting support services for survivors. BusinessWest
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ After impoundment last month, rail car shells from China are headed to CRRC’s Springfield facility to build subway cars for the MBTA, with the first shipment scheduled for early next week and plans to rehire furloughed employees as production resumes. New England Public Media
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Springfield Symphony Orchestra will kick off concert week with Music on the Menu at White Lion Brewing Co on April 8 from 4 to 7 p.m. The free event offers refreshments + meet-and-greet with guest conductor Kedrick Armstrong as 10% of drink proceeds benefit the Symphony Youth Orchestra Scholarship Fund. BusinessWest
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ The Hampden D.A.'s Office hosts the annual Stop the Swerve Event tonight at the Basketball Hall of Fame to educate parents and teen drivers about distracted driving + safe partying, featuring a documentary recounting a fatal crash near Interstate 91 in 2023. Western Mass News
- ➤ The Massachusetts Senate passed a farm bill on Wednesday that codifies the Health Incentives Program and eases zoning limits on agritourism — measures aimed at supporting local farmers as they struggle to turn a profit. The bill now moves to the House of Representatives. New England Public Media
- ➤ State transportation officials announced $1.2 million in federal funds for the Compass Rail project at Union Station in Springfield to install train control, boosting service north on the Inland Route linking Springfield, Worcester, and Boston. Work will start around 2030 and continue until the full plan is completed by 2045. New England Public Media
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Amare Stoudemire, Doc Rivers, Candace Parker and Elena Delle Donne have been named to the Basketball Hall of Fame and will be honored when they visit Springfield later this year + each earned notable career milestones including rookie achievements, championship wins and top coaching honors. NewsRadio 560 WHYN
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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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2026 Stifel Stars on Ice Tour
7-10 p.m. — MassMutual Center — Ticket required for entry — Celebrate Olympic greatness with top U.S. Figure Skating stars showcasing breathtaking performances on ice.
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