Springfield
Morning News
Sunday, October 26th, 2025
Good morning, Springfield. Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 26th of October.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Jillian Battles is hosting a donation day today at Shortstop Bar & Grill at 99 Springfield Road from 2 to 7 p.m. to collect supplies for 800 care bags stuffed with personal care items, games and snacks for area troops and veterans— the bags will be filled on Nov. 8 at Westover Barnes ANG base. MassLive
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ FAB Passion Week in Springfield has brought together art, music, and fashion from local talent — featuring 13 designers — with Rival Galaxies having performed live on Friday at NEPM studios and Provisions hosting a whiskey thunderdome that paired two American spirits. The event also includes a performance series at A.P.E. Gallery in Northampton and a festival planned at Thornes Marketplace in Amherst later this weekend. New England Public Media
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Federal employees at the Social Security offices in Springfield and Holyoke missed their Friday paycheck because of the federal shutdown—though they continued to work. Many have turned to gig work, loans from retirement accounts and public assistance to cover bills until the shutdown ends. MassLive
REAL ESTATE NEWS
- ➤ Two North End apartment buildings once part of the Farm Workers Council's plans were sold in a foreclosure auction on Friday at 17 East Hooker St.—Heriberto Flores, council president, no longer owns them. One building at 2718 Main St. still shows a 2015 permit and a June 2024 fire alarm inspection record. MassLive
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Springfield Central football beat the Minnechaug Falcons 42-14 at Berte Field on Friday as the team scored 21 points in the fourth quarter—turning the game in their favor. MassLive
- ➤ West Springfield football clinched a playoff spot with a 35-21 win over East Longmeadow—gaining a 28-point lead at halftime—on a memorable senior night. MassLive
- ➤ Frontier football won the Intercounty South conference title after defeating Springfield International 38—20 on Friday in South Deerfield. The team led by an 18-point halftime advantage and maintained its unbeaten record. MassLive
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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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A.J. Croce: Croce Plays Croce
8-11 p.m. — MGM Springfield — Tickets on sale now — Experience a night of unforgettable music and stories with A.J. Croce's latest tour.
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Jeff Dye Performance
8-11 p.m. — MGM Springfield — Ticket prices vary — Experience the comedic flair of Jeff Dye live in Springfield.
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