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Friday, July 11th, 2025
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Good morning, Springfield. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 11th of July.
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ A vehicle crashed into the woods along Berkshire Avenue on Thursday morning, drawing heavy police response as officers cleared the scene and a tow truck removed the damaged car—Western Mass News will update the story with more details. Western Mass News
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ A $2 bet on the Coin Trio Royal slot machine at MGM Springfield won a jackpot of $13,783.80 Tuesday. The win comes as the casino frequently pays out large jackpots from its more than 1,500 slot machines. MassLive
- ➤ Pridelands in downtown Tower Square Park has opened as an outdoor container bar—offering ice cold beer from a 40-foot shipping container and live music under a shaded tent. The venue will serve guests on Wednesday and Thursday nights through October. MassLive
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ A Massachusetts man pleaded guilty to manslaughter after racing on I-93 on Feb. 19, 2023 in Braintree when he drove 120 mph and hit Michael Wojdag’s SUV—he was sentenced to three to five years in prison. MassLive
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Councilor Jose Delgado has proposed that Springfield seek bids from companies to upgrade its high-speed internet system so all 150,000 residents can gain fast, affordable access. He will bring the proposal to the full City Council on Monday — the move could spur competition and lower prices for students, small businesses and seniors. MassLive
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Massachusetts Drug Supply Data Stream issued an alert that medetomidine, a veterinary sedative stronger and longer-lasting than xylazine, is now mixed with fentanyl in drug samples across the state. Health officials warned that the drug can cause heavy sleepiness, slow breathing and hallucinations and emphasized that naloxone may not fully reverse its effects. MassLive
SHOP NEWS
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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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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.
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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.
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Basketball Camp: Playmaker College
July 29th - August 2nd — Springfield College — Registration required — Enhance basketball skills and confidence through specialized training and leadership development.
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Taste of the Caribbean & Jerk Festival
1-9 p.m. — Mortensen Riverfront Plaza — Free entry — Immerse yourself in island vibes with carnival fun, delicious Caribbean cuisine, and live music for the whole family.
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Annie the Musical
1:30-4 p.m. — Springfield Performing Arts Ventures, Inc. — Ticket prices vary — Experience the heartwarming tale of little Annie as she navigates the challenges of the 1930s in New York City.
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East Coast Gem, Mineral, & Fossil Show
9 a.m. – 5 p.m. — Eastern States Exposition — Cost varies — Explore a treasure trove of gems, minerals, and fossils at this east coast showcase.
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African Community Festival
5-9 p.m. — Marshall Roy Park — Free entry — Celebrate African culture with music, food, and art in Springfield.
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