Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 30th of August.
Good morning, Springfield.
Moolicious is debuting its Campfire on a Stick — a frozen twist on s’mores — and buttered popcorn soft serve at The Big E fair from Sept.
18 to Oct. 4 at West Road and Springfield Road. Owner Joe Deedy said the treat was designed for on-the-go enjoyment.
The historic Springfield Armory held its 'Foraging Freedom' event on Saturday to celebrate America's 250th anniversary — the event featured colonial-era blacksmithing, cooking, woodworking and a Blackhawk helicopter taking off from the field.
John Ciaccio of Chicopee won $68,732.32 on a $5 lottery bet and claimed his prize in Boston on Aug.
13. His win follows Mass Lottery Online’s launch on July 27 — a new digital option for local players.
The Massachusetts Department of Public Health has issued an emergency order today, designating kratom as a Schedule 1 controlled substance and removing its products from retail stores to protect community health.
The decision comes amid concerns over unregulated dosages and adverse side effects.
The Red Sox activated pitcher Garrett Whitlock from the injured list, optioned righty Wyatt Olds to Triple-A Worcester, and called up lefty Raymond Burgos as their 27th man before a doubleheader against the Yankees on Saturday.
The Patriots cut 15 players during training camp as they work to trim their roster to 53 by 6 p.m. today (including defensive backs and wide receivers), with further moves planned ahead of their Week 1 game in Seattle and a practice squad set for Monday.
The Red Sox beat the Yankees 6-0 in Game 1 of a doubleheader at Yankee Stadium on Saturday.
Rookie Jake Bennett pitched 6 scoreless innings while Abreu hit a key home run as the team prepares for Game 2 set to start at 7:15 p.m.
The Patriots traded a 2028 seventh-round pick to the Cardinals for running back Corey Kiner to strengthen their depth in the No. 3 spot.
Kiner, 24 (a product of LSU and Cincinnati), played in four games last season with 58 rushing yards.
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