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Saturday, December 21st, 2024
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Good morning, Springfield. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 21st of December.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ The Toy for Joy campaign, now in its 102nd year and backed by the Salvation Army, sees a significant increase in donations as its Christmas deadline approaches, ensuring holiday gifts for children in three counties. The Reminder
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ One individual was rescued and hospitalized with non-life threatening injuries following a car crash in Springfield. Western Mass News
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Ali Ghaffar pleaded guilty to assaulting six women over nine months, marking a significant serial rape case in western Massachusetts. New England Public Media
- ➤ A Springfield woman has been arrested and charged with arson and attempted murder following an early morning fire incident. Western Mass News
- ➤ Springfield police seized an illegal firearm and arrested two individuals, marking the 310th illegal gun seizure in 2024. Western Mass News
- ➤ A Springfield man admitted to federal drug and gun charges, including intent to distribute cocaine and fentanyl and possessing a machine gun. Western Mass News
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ The Royal Law Firm is hosting a seminar on January 8, 2025, discussing the challenges and potential issues in compensation plans, aimed at HR professionals and managers. BusinessWest
- ➤ MGM Springfield's November gambling revenue reached $23.1 million, marking its highest intake since August, while Massachusetts' casinos collectively tallied around $100.86 million in gross gambling revenue. MassLive
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Former Springfield police officer Gregg Bigda has sued the city, claiming breaches of contract and civil conspiracy following controversial comments he made. MassLive
LIFESTYLE NEWS
- ➤ AAA anticipates a record number of travelers driving to their holiday destinations, with nearly 120 million people expected to travel during the holiday season. Western Mass News
SHOP NEWS
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