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Tuesday, August 5th, 2025
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Good morning, Springfield. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 5th of August.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Marinas and boaters on the Connecticut River are told to remove pontoons from shallow water—this prevents damage from a planned three-foot drop for a dam safety dive inspection today. Local officials say boats should be back in the river by week’s end—otherwise, boat motors may hit sand or rock. Western Mass News
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ After 107 years in business, Smith & Son Jewelers closed its store at 735 Sumner Ave Monday, Aug. 4—longtime customers lined up for an invitation-only sale with discounts up to 70% while owner Andrew W. Smith retired after 30 years running the fourth-generation family business. MassLive
- ➤ White Lion Brewing opened an outdoor event space called PrideLands on Main Street using a $250,000 ARPA grant, and the venue now hosts dining, music and local food events. The park is open Wednesdays and Thursdays from 4:30—9 p.m. until October and helps bring together local business, arts and restaurants downtown. The Reminder
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Springfield woman Brendaliz Cepeda released her children’s book Echoes of My Journey to share Puerto Rican and African traditions with local kids—she runs the Multicultural Learning Center with her husband where she teaches traditional dance. MassLive
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Ward 1 City Councilor Maria Perez was terminated from the New North Citizens Council on July 26 after a thorough internal review — the decision is now under review by the Massachusetts Attorney General’s Ethics Commission, and her firing comes amid a heated race for her council seat this fall. The Reminder
- ➤ Nearly 30 local organizations and the Springfield City Council sent a letter to the Supreme Judicial Court asking it to review an appeal to block a ruling that revived permits for Palmer Renewable Energy’s 35-megawatt biomass plant in East Springfield. They warned the plant would increase air pollution and harm community health — a risk that many believe must be stopped. The Reminder
- ➤ City Councilors Santaniello and Click-Bruce are working with the legal department on a home rule petition to reinstate stricter drug laws near playgrounds and schools—aiming to close loopholes that critics say leave parks unsafe. Officials noted during a July 29 press conference at Johnny Appleseed Park that the proposed law would require a two-year sentence for drug dealers operating within 1,000 feet of sensitive areas—efforts that include gathering public feedback before the council votes. The Reminder
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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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Aquanett Live Concert
6:30-8 p.m. — Forest Park Amphitheater — Free entry — Experience the electrifying 80's Rock n Metal show by Aquanett in a beautiful outdoor setting.
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The Black Keys - No Rain, No Flowers Tour
7:00-8:30 p.m. — MassMutual Center — Ticket sales begin May 16 — Catch the Grammy-winning duo for an electrifying night of rock.
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Watercolor Workshop
10 a.m. – 3:30 p.m. — Springfield Museums — $110 | $94 for members — Explore watercolor techniques with guided themes of architecture, flowers, and water scenes.
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Flora & Fauna: Historic Carriage House Tour & Garden Party Fundraiser
1-4 p.m. — Carriage House at The Barney — $40-$50 — Experience a blend of history, music, and nature in a vibrant garden setting with a historic tour and a silent auction.
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Brimfield Outdoor Antiques Show
All Day — Brimfield Town Hall Annex — Entry fee varies — Explore the largest antique and collectibles market in the U.S. with thousands of dealers.
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