Springfield
Morning News
Tuesday, December 9th, 2025
Good morning, Springfield. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 9th of December.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ The Foundation for TJO Animals exceeded its $20K goal on Giving Tuesday by raising over $57K (a new record) with strong Springfield support. Donations were collected last Tuesday to benefit local animals. Western Mass News
- ➤ In 2025, Springfield saw major shifts as the job market changed, nonprofits teamed up amid federal cuts, and redevelopment projects like the courthouse search and the Hope Center for the Arts emerged. Local leaders also launched Innovate413 & efforts to boost arts, dining, and business growth. BusinessWest
- ➤ Musicians will perform a benefit concert at St. George Greek Orthodox Cathedral to support Rays of Hope, sponsored by the church. The event is set for later this week, offering a chance for local residents to gather and assist those in need. Western Mass News
- ➤ Westfield Bank donated $5,000 to Revitalize CDC, a nonprofit supporting home repairs, accessibility modifications, and energy savings for veterans, older adults, and families in Springfield. The donation will help further Revitalize CDC’s work to strengthen local neighborhoods. BusinessWest
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Roxanne Gambill is staging a family-friendly production of A Christmas Carol on Dec. 13 at 2:30 p.m. at 52 Sumner — the venue transforms into a Victorian winter wonderland with live carolers welcoming guests. MassLive
- ➤ Springfield Museums and city officials celebrated the restoration of the historic Kilroy House in downtown after five years of work—this project, funded by the Community Preservation Act, preserves an important piece of the city’s heritage. New England Public Media
- ➤ Magician Michael Carbonaro will perform his new show 'Wonderboy' at MGM Springfield's ARIA ballroom on Friday, March 6 — tickets go on sale Friday, Dec. 12. The comedian known for quick-witted magic tricks aims to offer a fun local experience. Western Mass News
- ➤ The 215th Army Band from the Massachusetts Army National Guard performed at the annual holiday concert hosted by Spirit of Springfield and Mercy Medical Center on Sunday in Springfield. The 40-member band (performing for over 60 years in New England) offered families an engaging musical experience at Symphony Hall. Western Mass News
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ Some Eversource customers in Springfield are concerned when a local homeowner faced a projected electric bill near $800 this month after the utility installed new smart meters over a month ago + Eversource says the high charge covers two billing cycles and is not caused by a meter error. Western Mass News
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Springfield is taking grant proposals from nonprofit groups to rehab buildings starting Monday using $220,000 in Community Development Block Grant funds; proposals (up to $25,000 awards) must help organizations serving low- and moderate-income residents and are due on Jan. 8. MassLive
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ At the 10th annual Teddy Bear Toss at the MassMutual Center, the Thunderbirds set a record by collecting 8,048 stuffed animals for local youth nonprofits. Players and staff will deliver bears to over 15 organizations later this week + the community looks forward to a heartwarming holiday tradition. BusinessWest
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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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Polish Christmas Decorations: Design, History, and Meaning
12:15-1:30 p.m. — Springfield Museums — $4 for residents, FREE for members — Discover the vibrant history and craft of Polish Christmas decorations with artist Susan Urban.
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Breakfast with Santa
9-11 a.m. — MassMutual Center — Ticket price supports local charity — Enjoy a festive breakfast while meeting Santa and supporting a good cause.
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25th Anniversary of the Festival of Trees
10 AM – 5 PM — MassMutual Center — Support local youth programs while enjoying a delightful display of beautifully decorated trees.
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New England's Funniest Comedy Showcase
8-11 p.m. — MGM Springfield — Ticketed event — Experience a night of big laughs and fresh voices from New England's top comics.
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Harlem Globetrotters
7-8:30 p.m. — MassMutual Center — Tickets from $46 — Experience the unforgettable antics and incredible basketball skills of the Harlem Globetrotters.
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ROAR! New Year's Eve Showcase
6-9 p.m. — MGM Springfield — Ticket required — Enjoy a night of laughs with local comedians as you countdown to 2026.
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