Wednesday, October 23rd, 2024

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Good morning, Springfield. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 23rd of October.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ A Springfield woman, after ten years of advocacy and overcoming personal challenges due to being deaf, secures a commitment to have guardrails installed outside her home to protect her family from car crashes. Western Mass News
- ➤ Pope Francis High School in Springfield hosted a 'Salute to Heroes' event to honor local law enforcement, Army National Guard, and Eversource workers, offering students insights into various community roles. Western Mass News
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ A 19-year-old from Springfield was found shot to death in the Liberty Heights neighborhood, identified by the Hampden District Attorney's office. MassLive
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ A conference in Springfield discusses Massachusetts ballot question 5 on raising the minimum wage for tipped employees, with officials and servers voting 'no.' Western Mass News
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ The Richard E. Neal Cybersecurity Center of Excellence and the Massachusetts Small Business Development Center’s Western Regional Office will host a free online workshop on October 29 to educate businesses on protecting against cyber threats. BusinessWest
- ➤ Springfield Technical Community College received a $1 million grant from the MassMutual Foundation to support its School of Health and Patient Simulation. Western Mass News
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Early in-person voting in Springfield has seen a significant increase, with high turnout and positive observations on accessibility and voter engagement ahead of election day. Western Mass News
LIFESTYLE NEWS
- ➤ White Lion Brewery to host a free Haunted Bar Takeover on Halloween, featuring a costume contest, beer pong, and live music, with space for the first 100 to reserve. MassLive
SHOP NEWS
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Massachusetts Sports & Entertainment Career Fair
Meet hiring managers from various sports and entertainment organizations in Massachusetts, offering entry-level job and internship opportunities.
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Derek Warfield & The Young Wolfe Tones Concert
Experience an engaging live performance by Derek Warfield & The Young Wolfe Tones at the John Boyle O'Reilly Club in Springfield.
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FallFest 2024 - Annual Educational Meeting
Experience a wide range of educational programming for all ages, focusing on the bleeding disorders community with interactive sessions and family-friendly activities.
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Stargazing at the Observatory
Experience a unique night of astronomy as Saturn and the Moon line up for a spectacular view through the rooftop telescope at Springfield Museums.
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Information Session on Springfield Prep's Associate Teacher Program
Learn about Springfield Prep's Associate Teacher program designed for recent graduates aspiring to launch a career in education.
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ROAR! Comedy featuring Erin Maguire
Experience an evening of laughter with comedian Erin Maguire at The Armory in MGM Springfield.
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Magic of Motown Concert at Springfield Symphony Hall
Experience an enchanting evening filled with Motown music at the historic Springfield Symphony Hall.
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