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Saturday, April 26th, 2025
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Good morning, Springfield. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 26th of April.
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Three men were arrested after a robbery on Parker St. in Springfield—police are reviewing security footage. Western Mass News
- ➤ Springfield police arrested 25-year-old Azonti Sanders twice in roughly six hours after he spit at an officer during a disturbance on Page Boulevard and later threatened to shoot officers on Waltham Street— a search of his apartment found a realistic-looking BB gun. MassLive
- ➤ Authorities say a 45-year-old woman named Meggan Meredith was found unresponsive near a bike path on Tuesday morning and that District Attorney Anthony Gulluni has confirmed her death as a homicide—adding there is no threat to the public. Western Mass News
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Sheila Shea, a former truck driver who now uses a wheelchair after a car accident, will model at the third Fashion for Everyone runway show at The Cedars in Springfield on Sunday with a flowing top by India Anderson that hides her care bag—she aims to show that fashion is for everyone. The event opens its doors at 2 p.m. with the show starting at 3 p.m. and will include a nine-week course for at-risk youth. MassLive
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ The Department of Transitional Assistance announced system maintenance that will cause a full EBT outage starting at 11 p.m. today and lasting until midday Sunday. Officials say the planned vendor conversion+enhancing reliability will allow SNAP users to resume normal use of their cards once the work is complete and updates are posted online. Western Mass News
- ➤ A federal judge in Springfield dismissed Dr. Bejon Maneckshana’s lawsuit against Baystate Health by ruling he lacked legal standing under the Health Care Quality Improvement Act—nine cases of his care were reviewed, with six meeting proper standards and three not. The decision means his report in the National Practitioner Data Bank will not support his defamation claim. MassLive
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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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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.
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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.
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Volunteer Fair
On Sunday, May 18 at 1pm, over a dozen local non-profit organizations will be on hand to talk about the work they do and the volunteer opportunities they offer. The event is free and open to the public.
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