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The Big E announced Tuesday that country music star Chris Young will take to the Big E Arena stage this September. According to officials, the multi-platinum global entertainer will perform on Sunday, September 24th at 7:30 p.m. Young has made many accomplishments throughout his career, including membership in the Grand Ole Opry, over 5 billion…

Six Flags New England announced its newest ride, Dino Off-Road Adventure, is opening on Saturday. The Dino Off-Road Adventure is the first of its kind in New England that integrates the latest in animatronic technology and innovation with life-size dinosaurs. It includes thematic elements, state-of-the-art sound, interactive Adventure Guides, a water feature, educational components, a…

Construction of a new raised crosswalk for the Manhan Rail Trail on Payson Avenue began the week of April 24. The project is one of many outlined by the city’s planning committee, DPW and the mayor’s office to enhance pedestrian safety. As part of the Union Street project, the new raised crosswalk follows the safety…

It was a night of Motown in Springfield Sunday with MGM presenting the Four Tops and the Temptations at Symphony Hall. The Temptations, often referred to as “American Music Royalty,” are world-renowned superstars of entertainment, revered for their phenomenal catalog of music, which includes songs like “My Girl” and “Papa was a Rolling Stone. The…

Hooplandia, presented by Dunkin’ and co-hosted by Eastern States Exposition and the Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Fame, is set to debut on the Big E fairgrounds June 23-25. The 3-on-3 tourney and festival announced that its official healthcare partner is Baystate Health. The healthcare organization will have a presence on the grounds during the…

As Breeze Airways approaches its second anniversary at Bradley International Airport, the Connecticut Airport Authority is pleased to announce that the low-fare airline is launching four new destinations from the airport, including nonstop service to Fort Myers, FL, New Orleans, LA, and Tampa, FL, with fares starting from $79*. Breeze is also adding one-stop/no plane…

The Naismith Basketball Hall of Fame in Springfield has announced the field of teams for the Basketball Hall of Fame classic at the MassMutual Center on Saturday, December 16. Florida Atlantic, whose 2022-2023 season culminated in a Final Four berth, will join UMass, West Virginia, and St. Bonaventure in a doubleheader. * UMass vs. West…

Ten local people from the hospitality industry were honored at Monday night’s Howdy Awards for Hospitality Excellence. The Greater Springfield Convention and Visitors Bureau (GSCVB) recognized front-line employees that went above and beyond in their duties and provided outstanding service to their guests and customers. There were 58 finalists heading into Monday night’s award show.…

Springfield Mayor Domenic Sarno and Executive Director of Parks, Buildings, and Recreation Management Patrick Sullivan announced the dates for this year’s Forest Park Concert Series on Monday. Officials said that each show in the Springfield Parks Department’s series will take place on Thursdays at 6:30 p.m. at the Forest Park Amphitheater beginning June 1st. Read…

The Springfield Symphony Orchestra recently struck a harmonious note with its musicians, announcing a new, two-year labor deal. On the next installment of BusinessTalk, BusinessWest Editor Joe Bednar talks with Paul Lambert, president and CEO of the SSO, about how that deal came about and what it means moving forward. They also discuss the importance…