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Good morning, Springfield. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 28th of June.

ACCIDENTS NEWS

  • In Springfield, crews responded to a serious car crash on Longhill Street near East Columbus Avenue on Thursday — one person was injured.  Western Mass News

BUSINESS NEWS

  • A MGM Springfield casino player turned a $1.35 bet into a $20,400 jackpot on Tuesday — the win came from playing Triple Spin Poker.  MassLive
  • Registration has opened for the Liberty Bank Academy for Small Business— a free program offering 10 virtual classes on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. starting July 15 through Aug. 14 for local entrepreneurs; participants who complete the course may apply for a $5,000 line of credit from Liberty Bank.  BusinessWest

CRIME NEWS

  • Officer Shawna Williams from Montague was arrested on June 20 in Deerfield after allegedly assaulting her childhood friend at her home, and she faces multiple assault charges while having lost her state firearms license.  MassLive

EVENTS

SUBMIT EVENT
  • 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.

    Wed, 7/2/25

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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.

    Fri, 7/4/25

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  • Basketball Camp: Scoring College

    July 7th-11th — Springfield College — Registration required — Enhance your basketball skills and mindset with expert training.

    Mon, 7/7/25

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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.

    Fri, 7/11/25

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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.

    Sat, 7/12/25

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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.

    Tue, 7/15/25

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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.

    Sat, 7/19/25

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  • Concerts in the Park Series

    6:30-8 p.m. — Forest Park Amphitheater — Free entry — Enjoy a summer evening of live music amidst the beautiful scenery of Forest Park.

    Thu, 7/24/25

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  • ROAR! Comedy: A Double Headlining Show

    8 PM — MGM Springfield — Tickets available — Enjoy a night of laughter with headliners Chris Tabb and Janet McNamara.

    Sat, 7/26/25

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REAL ESTATE

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JOB BOARD

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ANNOUNCEMENTS

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