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Friday, April 25th, 2025

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Good morning, Springfield. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 25th of April.

BUSINESS NEWS

  • BusinessWest announced its 2025 40 Under Forty winners, a group of young professionals recognized for career success and community service + the honorees come from various industries including long-standing companies and fresh startups + that shape Western Massachusetts' economic future.  BusinessWest

CRIME NEWS

  • On Tuesday morning a woman's body was found on a Springfield bike path near Hall of Fame Ave and the Springfield Police Homicide Unit is investigating her death as a homicide while the Hampden DA urged residents not to spread fear on social media since no connection to other cases has been found.  MassLive

CULTURE NEWS

  • Springfield Chamber Players will present Broadway with Strings Attached at 52 Sumner tomorrow at 8 p.m.—a concert where string players portray characters from musicals such as Fiddler on The Roof and Sweeney Todd. Tickets are available for $30 general admission and $10 for students.  MassLive

ECONOMY NEWS

  • Local shoppers in Springfield are buying more thrifted items as tariffs on imported goods may raise prices—Mary Cassidy, executive director at the Community Survival Center, said the store offers low-priced clothing and household items that fund an emergency food pantry and help keep textiles out of landfills.  Western Mass News

EDUCATION NEWS

  • Tech Foundry has moved into a new training center on the fifth floor of 1350 Main St. in downtown Springfield, where CEO Tricia Canavan said the nonprofit is expanding its free IT programs to train more local residents and launch a pilot program for high school graduates—while growing its staff from four to 19 in three years.  BusinessWest

SPORTS NEWS

  • Springfield Thunderbirds won Game One with a 2-1 score last night—Zach Dean and Matt Luff scored while the Bruins trailed, and the team will try for a series sweep today at The Mass Mutual Center as the series moves to Springfield.  NewsRadio 560 WHYN

EVENTS

SUBMIT EVENT
  • Veterans Support Group Meeting

    3-4 p.m. — OCA Veterans Support Center — Free entry — Engage in a supportive environment designed for veterans in recovery.

    Sat, 4/26/25

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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.

    Sun, 4/27/25

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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.

    Thu, 5/1/25

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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.

    Fri, 5/2/25

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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.

    Sat, 5/3/25

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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.

    Thu, 5/8/25

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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.

    Sun, 5/11/25

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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.

    Tue, 5/13/25

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  • ROAR! Comedy: Aaron Chen

    8-11 p.m. — MGM Springfield — Fun experience — Enjoy an exciting night of laughter with Aaron Chen, a rising star in comedy from Australia.

    Fri, 5/16/25

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  • ROAR! Comedy: Aaron Chen

    8-11 p.m. — MGM Springfield — Tickets required — Enjoy a night of laughter with rising star Aaron Chen from Australia.

    Sat, 5/17/25

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