Good morning, Springfield.

Kimaya Diggs released her new album, *Green*, with a live show tomorrow at the Academy of Music in Northampton.

The day also features the Eric Carle Museum unveiling 'Eric Carle’s Modernist Inspirations' and a dictionary talk with word expert Emily Brewster in Springfield.

Springfield Public Schools is adding identity safeguards after a cyberattack exposed Social Security numbers of employees hired before 2008.

The district will send notification letters and offer an online form for affected former staff, volunteers, and contractors.

A local blogger’s 2026 ranking of the best cider doughnuts in Massachusetts sparked debate as readers championed spots like Echo Hill Orchards (Monson) and Randall’s Farm (Ludlow) for their standout flavors.

The Springfield Thunderbirds play today at 6:05 p.m. at the Thunderdome against the Laval Rocket, with the Community Bank Pregame Block Party starting at 3:00 p.m. at The Landing—where players will greet fans on the red carpet and a video will honor 100 years of pro hockey.

Amherst beat Putnam Voc/Tech on Thursday night at Duggan High School with a 28-20 win as junior running back Brady Klaes rushed 24 times for 211 yards and three touchdowns.

The win improved Amherst to 4-1, and they will play Wahconah on Friday, Oct. 16 at 7 p.m.

Agawam and Westfield Tech golf teams clinched postseason spots on Thursday after wins at Crestview Country Club and against Smith Voc.

Agawam improved to 8-7 and will host Pope Francis in its season finale Tuesday at 3 p.m., while Westfield Tech’s postseason play begins Tuesday at Ludlow Country Club.