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Friday, April 18th, 2025
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Good morning, Springfield. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 18th of April.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ West Springfield Town Common earned Level I Accreditation from the ArbNet Arboretum Accreditation Program, meeting standards for arboreta and botanic gardens; a special Earth Day event will be held at 11 a.m. on the Town Common. The event will celebrate the town’s 250th anniversary (including updated tree labels and community efforts) and showcase a diverse collection of trees (from maples to oaks). MassLive
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Max Tavern at the Basketball Hall of Fame in Springfield announced its seventh Max on Monday networking event. The event will run on April 28 from 4 to 6 p.m. in its new Max’s Swing Lounge—local businesses such as Borawski Insurance, Florence Bank, Halloran Sage, Vartanian Custom Cabinets, Meyers Brothers Kalicka, P.C., and Keiter will attend—while offering complimentary hors d’oeuvres and a cash bar. BusinessWest
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ A 25-year-old man named Anthony Domino was arrested in an apartment on Chestnut Street before 8 a.m. Wednesday by Springfield Police, Hampden County Sheriff’s Department, and the U.S. Marshall Fugitive Task Force for firearms charges stemming from Connecticut, with further details on the charges unknown. Western Mass News
- ➤ On Wednesday, Springfield police arrested 20-year-old Daniel Walker after his four-wheeler hit a police cruiser when he revved the engine at a red light in the Fuller Road and Sheridan Street area—though he fled into nearby woods, he was quickly caught and now faces several reckless driving charges along with a prior incident from September. Western Mass News
- ➤ A Hampden County Judge ruled last week that Springfield man Edward Wright’s murder conviction from 1984 is being overturned after key evidence was withheld during his trial for Penny Anderson’s stabbing death + the District Attorney plans to appeal the ruling. NewsRadio 560 WHYN
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ The City Council approved just over $5 million in Chapter 90 funds to pave about 25 streets on April 7 — most funds will go toward repairing arterial and residential roads. DPW Director Chris Cignoli said work will begin in late May or early June — the city also approved over $807,000 from the FY25 Fair Share Amendment to cover design work, maintenance, and equipment. The Reminder
- ➤ On April 7, the Springfield City Council approved lowering the fine for container placement violations from $250 to $50 and set plans to officially adopt the change on May 12. The council also approved new trash service rules that require parcels with an accessory dwelling unit to have separate pickup—clarifying an appeals process for service revocations. The Reminder
- ➤ Fire crews responded late Thursday morning when a bottle with an unknown substance was found outside the United States Postal Service distribution center on Worcester Street in Indian Orchard+ a hazmat team was then called to investigate the contents while no injuries or evacuations were reported. Western Mass News
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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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Empower Your Finances Workshop
1:30-3 p.m. — Springfield Armory National Historic Site — Free entry — Equip yourself with skills and strategies for financial independence.
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ROAR! Comedy: Corey Rodrigues
8-11 p.m. — MGM Springfield — Tickets available — Enjoy an evening of laughs with national touring comedian Corey Rodrigues.
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Northeast Large Scale Train Show
9 a.m. – 5 p.m. — Better Living Center, Eastern States Exposition — $10 per day, $18 for 2 days — Explore model railroads, railroad art, and the rich history of railroading.
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2025 Preservation Awards
7-8:30 p.m. — Springfield Performing Arts Ventures, Inc. — Cost information not specified — Celebrate the efforts of individuals and organizations dedicated to restoring Springfield's historic structures.
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Mother’s Day Bottomless Brunch at Union Station
10 a.m. – 2:30 p.m. — Springfield Union Station — $5 – $46 — Enjoy a delightful array of bottomless cocktails and a lavish brunch spread with chef-attended stations.
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EASTEC Manufacturing Trade Show
8 AM - 5 PM — Eastern States Exposition — Check website for details — Discover cutting-edge manufacturing technologies and strategies at this major trade show.
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