Springfield
Morning News
Sunday, October 19th, 2025
Good morning, Springfield. Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 19th of October.
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ HCC retired the jersey number of its late alumnus in a campus ceremony that honored his contributions to the college and community — the event celebrated his lasting legacy and brought together current students and faculty. Western Mass News
- ➤ At Holyoke Community College, the uniform number of former soccer star Amanda Cummings was retired during a 3 p.m. ceremony on O’Connell Field before the game against Bay Path University—her family received a framed uniform—and a jersey will be hung in the college hall of fame. Cummings, who earned All-American honors in 2011, was killed in a Springfield shooting in 2023. Western Mass News
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Springfield officials and partners celebrated the restoration of the historic turret clock on the Masonic Building at 113-115 State St during a lighting ceremony on Friday evening, October 18. The project is part of a $70-million Main Street Development—led by McCaffery Interests—that aims to boost downtown renewal and preserve local history. MassLive
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MVMA Fall Continuing Education Conference
Earn 12 hours of CE — 2 days — MGM Springfield — Entry Fee Required — Enhance your professional expertise at this informative veterinary conference.
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Halloween Paint & Sip
2-4 p.m. — White Lion Brewing Company — Ticket required — Enjoy a fun Halloween-themed painting experience while sipping your favorite drink.
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BCI’s Sensory-Friendly Trunk-or-Treat
9:30-10:30 p.m. — Springfield Learning Center — Free entry — Enjoy a spooktacular sensory-friendly trunk-or-treat experience for families.
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John Caparulo Comedy Show
8-9:30 p.m. — MGM Springfield — Ticket prices vary — Enjoy sharp wit and hilarious anecdotes from seasoned comedian John Caparulo.
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Comedy Night with John Caparulo
8-11 p.m. — MGM Springfield — Ticketed event — Experience sharp wit and dry humor from the seasoned comedian John Caparulo.
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Massachusetts Equine Affaire
9 a.m.-7 p.m. (Thurs-Sat), 9 a.m.-5 p.m. (Sun) — Eastern States Exposition — Ticket prices vary — Experience four days of equine excitement, education, and entertainment with top trainers and breed showcases.
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Laval Rocket vs. Springfield Thunderbirds
10:35 AM — MassMutual Center — Ticketed event — Experience the excitement of AHL hockey as the Thunderbirds host their rivals, the Laval Rocket.
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