Springfield
Morning News
Saturday, November 15th, 2025
Good morning, Springfield. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 15th of November.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ The Salvation Army has kicked off its red kettle campaign in Springfield—collecting donations for community programs. Contributions will be accepted throughout the season to support its services. Western Mass News
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ The Toy Box in Amherst hosted its third event for adults 21 and older on November 13, letting local residents reconnect with their playful side, while jazz legend Arturo Sandoval spoke about his career before his concert at the HOPE Center for the Arts in Springfield on November 14 at 7 p.m. Additionally, Word Nerd Emily Brewster explained grammar differences in a special segment—providing insights on punctuation usage. New England Public Media
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Twin sisters Gabriella and Lauren Carrasquillo were honored Friday at Springfield Central High School for never missing a day of school from preschool through senior year in the Attend Today, Achieve Tomorrow campaign. They received awards from MGM Springfield, the Springfield Housing Authority, and I Found Light Against All Odds — a tribute to their strong commitment to learning. Western Mass News
- ➤ The Healey-Driscoll Administration announced nearly $500K in awards to help combat campus hunger at colleges and universities statewide. Nearly $97K of the funds will go to seven schools in western Massachusetts, including Springfield Technical Community College, to support about 36,000 students. Western Mass News
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Baystate Health announced on Friday a voluntary separation program for eligible non-direct patient care employees to manage rising labor costs, inflation, and reimbursement challenges—spokesperson Heather Duggan said the program is designed to align the workforce with future needs while the health system continues hiring physicians and caregivers. Western Mass News
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ The Minnechaug football team clinched the WMass Class A title by beating Chicopee Comp 34—6 on November 14 in Chicopee. Senior Max Baroni broke the state record for receiving touchdowns with 23. MassLive
- ➤ Today at 2 p.m., the Wilbraham & Monson Academy Titans will play against host Frederick Gunn School in the 8-player championship game in Washington, Connecticut—Coach Jeff Vartabedian said the team, now fully healthy and stronger in both offense and defense after a Sept. 27 loss, is ready to compete for the title. MassLive
- ➤ Springfield Central defeated Lowell in the Division I quarterfinal on Friday night. Isaiah Rodgers and Chris Sanchez combined for 253 rushing yards and three touchdowns—pushing the team into the semifinal. MassLive
- ➤ MassLive covered ten state tournament and sectional championship high school football games Friday night across Western Massachusetts, the Bay State and Catholic Conferences — including a contest between Springfield Central and Xaverian. Technical issues kept the online scores and stats from updating even as game stories continued to appear. MassLive
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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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Sweater Weather Paint & Pick Your Sip
6-8 p.m. — White Lion Brewing Company — Ticket required — Cozy up for a painting evening with included drinks and good vibes.
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ROAR! Comedy: Frank Santos Jr.
8-11 p.m. — MGM Springfield — Free entry — Laugh the night away with Frank Santos Jr.'s hilarious comedy show.
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ROAR! Comedy: Todd Barry
8-11 p.m. — MGM Springfield — Tickets required — Experience an evening of laughter with comedian Todd Barry, known for his wit and TV appearances.
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Teddy Bear Toss Night
6:05-7:35 p.m. — MassMutual Center — Ticket prices fluctuate — Bring a new teddy bear and toss it onto the ice after the first goal for a charitable cause.
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5th Annual Kringle Market
10 AM – 4 PM — Nosh Café and Restaurant — $2 at the door — Celebrate the holidays with local artisans, festive food, and community spirit at this vibrant market.
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Holiday Sip & Shop
4:30-7:30 p.m. — Mercedes-Benz of Springfield — No entry fee — Enjoy festive refreshments while shopping local gifts and test driving Mercedes-Benz vehicles.
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Winter in Watercolor Workshop
10 a.m.–3:30 p.m. — Springfield Museums — $110, $94 for Members — Explore winter landscapes in watercolor with guidance from artist Andrea Mackin.
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MGM Springfield Basketball Hall of Fame Classic
4:30-7 p.m. — MassMutual Center — Ticket prices vary — Experience a thrilling basketball classic featuring UMass vs. Boston College and Yale vs. UAlbany in the birthplace of basketball.
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