Springfield
Morning News
Friday, September 19th, 2025
Good morning, Springfield. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 19th of September.
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ The Western Mass Business Expo will be held on Oct. 8 from 3 to 6 p.m. at the Carriage House at Storrowton Tavern in West Springfield. Sponsored by Freedom Credit Union and AVZ Promotions, the expo—bringing local businesses and community leaders together—will create valuable networking opportunities. BusinessWest
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ The Healey Administration announced on Thursday that Emergence Academy and the High School of Commerce partnered with Worcester State University to let nearly 900 students earn free college credits — the program began this spring. Western Mass News
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Mass Health today recommended that all adults, children aged 23 months to 6 years and those at high risk get the COVID-19 vaccine—guidance issued as federal officials prepare national recommendations. NewsRadio 560 WHYN
- ➤ Shriners Children's New England in Springfield gave an 11-year-old Bills fan a Buffalo Bills-themed prosthetic leg to help her move freely+ her parents supported the decision after she suffered severe pain and required many surgeries. Western Mass News
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Today the Springfield Thunderbirds announced a hire and several promotions in their business staff as they prepare for the new season. They named Sophia Mackin as coordinator of Digital — Social Media, promoted Frank Grimaldi to director of Ticket Operations — Retention, and Steve Brousseau to senior account executive while also appointing Andrew Guam McCormic as Retail Office coordinator and Ethan Vattaso as Gameday Operations assistant. BusinessWest
- ➤ John Cena, the WWE star and Springfield College alum, stopped at Casa Bella Italian Restaurant and Bar in Hampden before Monday Night Raw earlier this week. He enjoyed a meal and met fans—marking his final wrestling appearance in western Massachusetts—before returning to the show. Western Mass News
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The Avett Brothers Concert
7:30-9 p.m. — The Big E — Ticket prices vary — Enjoy an evening of folk rock with the harmonious sounds of The Avett Brothers.
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New England Grooming Show
12 PM – 9 AM — MassMutual Center — Registration required — A must-attend event for pet professionals featuring competitions to enhance your grooming skills.
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Shooting for Success
10 AM – 10 PM — Holyoke Community College — Community event — A transformative 3v3 tournament and career exploration experience empowering youth through sports.
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