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Friday, April 4th, 2025
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Good morning, Springfield. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 4th of April.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Job seekers from Western Mass will attend the free Get Hired Job Fair, sponsored by Springfield Public Schools, at Holyoke Mall on April 9 from 1 to 4 p.m. on Macy’s Court, where employers (including Baystate Health and PeoplesBank) will conduct on-the-spot interviews (and offer full- and part-time positions). BusinessWest
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Springfield Police are searching for 8-year-old Eduardo Jesus, who went missing near Van Horn Park at 9 p.m. Thursday night after walking away from his parents, and they ask anyone with information to call the non-emergency line. Western Mass News
- ➤ A Springfield man, David Lewis Jr., was arrested in Adams last Friday during a narcotics investigation when police found 55 grams of crack cocaine and over $4-thousand in cash in his vehicle, and he was arraigned in northern Berkshire District Court where he is held on $5-thousand bail. Western Mass News
- ➤ The Springfield Police Department suspended officer Justin Perez for five days without pay after his arrest in Connecticut this week — he has been on administrative duties without a firearm as the department worked with Connecticut law enforcement since October. MassLive
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Holyoke Community College is now enrolling students in a free, four-week program—Green Construction, Electricity and Clean Energy Systems—to train workers for clean energy jobs. Classes will run from July 7 to Aug. 1, Monday through Friday at 8 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. at Dean Technical High School and Holyoke Community College where students earn OSHA 10 safety credentials and basic skills for construction work. BusinessWest
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ A Springfield police officer, Nestor Santos, was honored as a Hometown Hero yesterday by Mayor Domenic Sarno and police leaders after he was shot while driving to work in June. Santos lost his eye and hurt his leg but thanked his department and family at the ceremony—where he got a signed Bruins jersey—showing his deep pride in his work. Western Mass News
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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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April Third Thursday at the Springfield Museums
5:30-7:30 p.m. — Springfield Museums — Cost varies — Celebrate community connections under the stars with art, food, and awards.
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Candlelight Tribute to Adele
6-7:15 p.m. — Naismith Basketball Hall of Fame — Ticketed event — Experience the enchanting melodies of Adele illuminated by candlelight.
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March For Jesus Celebration
10 AM – 12 PM — Holy Grounds Coffee House — Free entry — Celebrate the Risen Savior with a joyful march through Springfield.
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Springfield Sheraton Easter Brunch
10 AM - 2 PM — Sheraton Springfield Monarch Place Hotel — Reservations required — Enjoy mouth-watering dishes and free photos with the Easter Bunny.
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Veterans Support Group Meeting
3-4 p.m. — OCA Veterans Support Center — Free entry — Engage in a supportive environment designed for veterans in recovery.
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Live Music from John Prout
1-4 p.m. — Great Awakening Brewing Co — Free entry — Enjoy live music while sipping on a variety of craft beers and fresh food.
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