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Friday, December 13th, 2024
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Good morning, Springfield. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 13th of December.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Steven and Georgianne Roberts' annual donation of $4,024 for 2024 continues their tradition of supporting the Toy for Joy campaign, benefiting children in Hampden, Hampshire, and Franklin counties during the Christmas season. MassLive
- ➤ A Hampden County non-profit received a $100,000 grant to assist middle-income families in Massachusetts with heating bills this winter. New England Public Media
- ➤ Springfield's energy assistance program sees increased demand as Massachusetts faces higher natural gas prices, despite lower heating oil and propane costs. MassLive
- ➤ The O'Dell Women's Center in Springfield awards $250,000 in grants to eight local nonprofits to support low-income women's education, career development, and community support services. BusinessWest
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ Emergency crews are currently addressing a fire in a 2.5 story home on Melrose St. in Springfield, with all crews reported to be on scene. Western Mass News
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Springfield Police confiscated three large capacity firearms and arrested two individuals, including a teenager, for various charges related to illegal firearm possession and drug distribution. Western Mass News
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Springfield's City Council has unanimously approved spending $7.4 million of its free cash on new police cruisers and addressing pension liabilities, maintaining a strategic approach to manage the city's finances. MassLive
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Baystate Medical Center's reproductive biology lab closure leads to complex process of transferring embryos to other facilities, emphasizing patient decisions, destination challenges, and the specialized transportation required. Western Mass News
SHOP NEWS
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Rafi Gonzalez Comedy Show at MGM Springfield
Rafi Gonzalez will perform at the ROAR! Comedy event in The Armory at MGM Springfield.
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December Vendor Event at Dante Club
The December Vendor Event will feature unique items for shopping, with special appearances by Santa and Mrs. Claus in the afternoon.
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Tavern Carolers Dinner at Irish House Restaurant
Celebrate the holiday season with a festive dinner featuring live Christmas music and a choice of delicious meal options at Irish House Restaurant and Trinity Pub.
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Jessimae Peluso Live at Christmas In The Air
Stand-up comedian and podcast host Jessimae Peluso, known for her advocacy work and appearances on various television shows, will perform at MGM Springfield.
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ROAR! Comedy Featuring James Dorsey
Enjoy an evening of comedy at the ROAR! Comedy Club, which welcomes audiences aged 16 and above with adult supervision for those under 18.
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Welcome To My Psyche EP Launch Concert
Get ready to dive deep into the mind of Taija New at the electrifying album launch concert for "Welcome To My Psyche" at Snookers Billiards - The Break Live Entertainment Venue on 1791 Boston Rd. Springfield, MA! This isn’t just any event; it’s a full-on immersive experience that you won’t want to miss.
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