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Wednesday, April 30th, 2025
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Good morning, Springfield. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 30th of April.
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ On Tuesday, a casino player won $24,286 on a $50 bet using the Ultimate Fire Link Ultra Bank slot machine at MGM Springfield+ the win came among over 1,500 machines at the casino. MassLive
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Karen Read’s murder retrial resumes today in Massachusetts as her legal team said jurors allegedly agreed on some acquittal in her first trial + the Supreme Court denied her double jeopardy appeal while technical evidence will be presented later. NewsRadio 560 WHYN
- ➤ The FBI took a rare 1868 trapdoor carbine from Springfield Armory after it was stolen and its serial number was defaced to hide that fact — a court action is now pending to let others contest the seizure. MassLive
- ➤ A Belchertown man, Victor Oquendo, was sentenced to life without parole for the first-degree murder of Chad Alexander in a shooting outside a home in Springfield on Nov. 28, 2021; he also received concurrent sentences for armed assault and illegal possession of firearms. MassLive
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Massachusetts has launched a two-year $25 million scholarship program for behavioral health graduate students—offering up to $25,000 per recipient to cover tuition, fees and stipends. The program prioritizes applicants from communities with high racial disparities—applications are accepted through June 15. MassLive
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ The City Council approved a new police contract on Monday that gives more than 400 officers a 3.5% raise each year for four years, with starting pay raised to $75,132 and top pay at $86,542, costing about $1.4 million in the first year. The contract also adds benefits such as extended paid bereavement leave and a new app for booking off-duty work—about 45 new officers will join once they graduate from the academy. MassLive
- ➤ Massachusetts experienced a solar milestone on April 20 when sunny skies produced enough power to meet nearly half the grid’s demand during duck curve days—highlighting the need for major grid updates to accommodate more renewable energy. House lawmakers begin their budget debate this week with over 1,600 amendments, including extra funding requests for local food pantries and community projects, and they expect to add about $100 million in additional spending. New England Public Media
SHOP NEWS
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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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Comedy Night with Nicky Smigs
8-11 p.m. — MGM Springfield — Ticket prices vary — Experience laughs with a talented comedian who started at Second City Chicago.
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