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Saturday, June 21st, 2025
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Good morning, Springfield. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 21st of June.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Jim Vinick, a longtime leader in Springfield who helped shape the Basketball Hall of Fame and supported institutions—such as Jewish Geriatric Services and the Willie Ross School for the Deaf—passed away earlier this month. He was honored with the BusinessWest Difference Makers award in 2013 and is remembered for guiding local financial projects and community initiatives. BusinessWest
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Jeffrey Fialky—managing shareholder at Bacon Wilson, P.C.—won BusinessWest’s Alumni Achievement Award during Thursday evening’s 40 Under Forty event at the MassMutual Center after his fourth nomination; over 500 people attended the event. BusinessWest
- ➤ Matthew Abelli started Matt’s Pellet Stove Service after years of health and work struggles and now serves about 200 clients in the area—he explains that his work helps keep homes safe and he talks with local students about careers in the trades. He works at Barnes and plans to grow his team when the winter season brings more service calls. BusinessWest
- ➤ Skyview Cleaning in Springfield uses QCam technology — a body camera system that records cleaning visits with client permission — to help customers verify that the work was done and prevent time theft. Owners Francis and Rocio George plan to add live streaming and AI alerts in the future to further improve quality control. BusinessWest
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ The Springfield Symphony Orchestra and Local 171 reached a two-year labor agreement starting with the 2025-26 season—securing eight concerts and one education concert while raising wages and adding a musician seat to the board. The deal also adjusts the season by reducing classical concerts from six to four to allow for more creative programming. BusinessWest
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Residents in Springfield and Agawam are preparing for a heat wave expected next week as Springfield Mayor Domenic Sarno said public pools will open on July 1 because of staffing issues — 20 free splash pads are available except for two parks closed for construction and eight cooling centers will operate from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. In Agawam, Mayor Christopher Johnson noted that the splash pad at School Street Park is now open and the State's Pool on Maynard Street will open today, while the pool at Perry Lane Park will finish renovations next week. Western Mass News
SHOP NEWS
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ROAR! Comedy: Janelle Draper
8-11 p.m. — MGM Springfield — Ticket prices vary — Experience a night of laughs with Janelle Draper at The Armory.
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Yankee Classic Cluster Dog Shows
8 a.m. - 4 p.m. — Eastern States Exposition — Admission varies — Enjoy a showcase of dog breeds with clubs from Kenilworth, Holyoke, Farmington & Naugatuck.
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47th Annual Springfield's Big Fourth 5K
9 AM – 12 PM — Naismith Basketball Hall of Fame — Online registration available — Celebrate Independence Day with a fun run in Springfield.
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Basketball Camp: Scoring College
July 7th-11th — Springfield College — Registration required — Enhance your basketball skills and mindset with expert training.
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Ed Popielarczyk's Comedy Magic Show for Kids
10–11 a.m. — Stanley Park — Free entry — Enjoy a lively comedy magic show featuring interactive storytelling and balloon sculptures for children.
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Mt Carmel Italian Feast
4-6 p.m. — Casa Italiana — $5 entry fee — Celebrate Italian culture with food, music, and community at the Mt Carmel Italian Feast.
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Basketball Camp: Point Guard College
July 15th-19th — Springfield College — $1,195 — Elevate basketball skills and IQ at a premier training camp for aspiring players.
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Saturday Art Lab for Kids and Families
11 a.m. – 1 p.m. — Make-It Springfield — Free entry — Explore creativity with painting, drawing, fashion, and more during a fun Saturday art lab for kids and families.
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