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Yahoo
07-06-2025
- Climate
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Chicopee Mayor Vieau wins trophy at Spirit of Springfield Golf Classic
SPRINGFIELD, Mass. (WWLP) – The Spirit of Springfield Golf Classic teed off Friday morning from Franconia Golf Course in Springfield. The day kicked off with the mayors of Springfield, West Springfield, Agawam, Westfield and Chicopee all taking part in the coveted Mayor's Cup. Each mayor had three short putts to make. For each one they made, they got to take a second shot at a long putt. Closest ball wins. LIST: Ironman triathlon to cause weekend road closures In the end, Chicopee Mayor John Vieau came out victorious, recapturing the title from told 22News why he looks forward to this event, 'I get to collaborate with the mayors of western Mass. It's an incredible day and also a wonderful event. The Spirit of Springfield's fundraiser. It's a beautiful golf tournament on a beautiful day.' Springfield Mayor Domenic Sarno and West Springfield Mayor William Reichelt have yet to secure the elusive trophy, but they put up a good fight this year. All five mayors said they hope to be back next year. WWLP-22News, an NBC affiliate, began broadcasting in March 1953 to provide local news, network, syndicated, and local programming to western Massachusetts. Watch the 22News Digital Edition weekdays at 4 p.m. on Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
Yahoo
14-05-2025
- Yahoo
Traffic Alert for World's Largest Pancake Breakfast in Springfield
SPRINGFIELD, Mass. (WWLP) – The Spirit of Springfield is notifying drivers of a traffic advisory that will be in place ahead of the World's Largest Pancake Breakfast on Saturday. Starting on Thursday, 'no parking' signs will be posted and enforced by local law enforcement in the area of Main Street from State Street to Bridge Street. At 10:00 a.m. on Friday, Spirit of Springfield officials stated that barricades will be placed where Main Street intersects with Bridge Street and at State Street. World's Largest Pancake Breakfast in downtown Springfield being held May 17th Vehicles at that time will be unable to pass where the barricades are placed, but traffic will be permitted to cross Main Street from Boland Way to Harrison Avenue, traveling down Court Street to City Hall Place and back to East Columbus Avenue. On Saturday at 4:00 a.m., traffic will be closed at the following streets: Main Street from State Street to Bridge Street Boland Way Harrison Avenue Court Street City Hall Place Springfield Police Department officers and members of the Springfield DPW will have vehicles posted in the area as 'hard closures' to prevent all drivers from entering these streets. The streets are estimated to reopen at approximately 3:00 p.m. on Saturday after the event has concluded and roads have been cleaned by the Springfield Business Improvement District and the Hampden County Sheriff's Department. The World's Largest Pancake Breakfast, sponsored by MGM Springfield, will take place from 8:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. on Saturday on Main Street in downtown Springfield. The event will be supported by hundreds of volunteers. Breakfast will be $3 for adults and $1 for children. For more information, visit WWLP-22News, an NBC affiliate, began broadcasting in March 1953 to provide local news, network, syndicated, and local programming to western Massachusetts. Watch the 22News Digital Edition weekdays at 4 p.m. on Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
Yahoo
06-05-2025
- Entertainment
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Thousands of tickets to be distributed to students for World's Largest Pancake Breakfast
SPRINGFIELD, Mass. (WWLP) – The World's Largest Pancake Breakfast hosted by the Spirit of Springfield is less than two weeks away, and students across Hampden County will receive free tickets to attend. If you love to enjoy a good meal, you won't want to miss the World's Largest Pancake Breakfast that packs Main Street every year in Springfield. The family-friendly event kicks off Saturday, May 17, from 8:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m., and is expected to bring in thousands. Best Mexican restaurants in western Massachusetts to celebrate Cinco De Mayo 'You get milk, coffee, juice, pancakes, bacon, and Little Bites,' said Judy Matt, President of the Spirit of Springfield. 'They actually gave us thousands of them.' Tickets for the annual event are $3.00 for adults and $1.00 for children, and can be bought on the day of the event. On Monday, American Medical Response (AMR) and the Springfield Fire Commissioner picked up 70,000 tickets from the Spirit of Springfield's office and loaded them into their vehicles. They plan to distribute them to schools across Hampden County, where all students will receive a free ticket to the breakfast. 'It's a great community event,' said Springfield Fire Commissioner B.J. Calvi. 'It's great to be a part of it, and being the Chair this year is going to be extra special.' 'It will be our job over the next few days to take all these envelopes and stop at the schools and spread the cheer of the tickets, so that everyone can come down and enjoy an incredible morning,' said Patrick Leonardo, Regional Director of AMR. If you'd like to enjoy an unforgettable breakfast, all you have to do is head over to Main Street in Springfield on May 17. WWLP-22News, an NBC affiliate, began broadcasting in March 1953 to provide local news, network, syndicated, and local programming to western Massachusetts. Watch the 22News Digital Edition weekdays at 4 p.m. on Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
Yahoo
13-04-2025
- Entertainment
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Spirit of Springfield hosts Air Force Academy Concert Band
SPRINGFIELD, Mass. (WWLP) – The Spirit of Springfield held its 30th Air Force Academy Concert Band event on Sunday, honoring the past and present of the military through music. The concert is held annually at Springfield Symphony Hall, drawing in large crowds to support troops both locally and across the country. The Air Force Academy Concert Band came from their base in Colorado Springs, Colorado, to perform at this special event. Thousands of fans attend AEW Collision in Springfield 22News' own Julia O'Keefe served as the MC for this concert, and she shared what this opportunity meant to her. 'Judy Matt and the Spirit of Springfield do such a great job putting on these events to bring the western Massachusetts community together,' O'Keefe said. 'And I think this event in particular is so special, because we're celebrating the armed forces but also the arts, bringing together two really important pieces of our community.' Local officials also spoke at the event, including Springfield Mayor Domenic Sarno, Barnes Air National Guard Base Colonel Michael 'Shot' Glass, and Westover Air Reserve Base Colonel Gregory Buchanan. The Air Force Academy Concert Band, made up of over 50 musicians, has performed all across New England and has two more concerts in Massachusetts after Sunday's show. WWLP-22News, an NBC affiliate, began broadcasting in March 1953 to provide local news, network, syndicated, and local programming to western Massachusetts. Watch the 22News Digital Edition weekdays at 4 p.m. on Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
Yahoo
07-04-2025
- Business
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Exhibitors and performers welcome at World's Largest Pancake Breakfast in Springfield
SPRINGFIELD, Mass. (WWLP) – The Spirit of Springfield's annual World's Largest Pancake Breakfast is a little over a month away and community members are being encouraged to take part in the festivities. Sponsored by MGM Springfield, the event will be held this year on May 17 from 8:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. Businesses and organizations will get the opportunity to showcase their products and services while connecting with the community. Celebrate National Beer Day by raising a glass at these local breweries Many local businesses and programs have already registered, including Martin Luther King Jr. Charter School, The Farmers Market at Forest Park, Eastern States Exposition, and Greater Springfield Habitat for Humanity. Those who sign up will be provided with an eight-foot table in a high-traffic area. Entertainers are also invited to make their mark at special performance areas during the event. Music, dance, martial arts, and athletic demonstrations are welcome. Gift and giveaway events will take place throughout the day, hosted by sponsors including the Massachusetts Air and Army National Guard, Monson Savings Bank, and WWLP-22News. Spirit of Springfield said that over 10,000 people are expected to attend the World's Largest Pancake Breakfast this year. The deadline to register your community service organization or business is April 18. Both exhibitors and entertainers can register online at WWLP-22News, an NBC affiliate, began broadcasting in March 1953 to provide local news, network, syndicated, and local programming to western Massachusetts. Watch the 22News Digital Edition weekdays at 4 p.m. on Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
