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Mikey’s Soft Serve Burger and Fries in Springfield gave out free meals to the community yesterday, in an effort to fight hunger. The business only opened on Sumner Ave last year, but many have said the owner has a huge heart for the people of Springfield, and is a community favorite, not just for their food but also for their commitment to supporting those in need.

Hundreds of people gathered in Springfield yesterday for the annual Veterans Day Parade, honoring the men and women who have served in the military. The parade featured floats, signs, and participants from various community groups, all coming together to pay tribute to veterans. A similar parade happened in West Springfield as well

Ludlow mobile home tenants continue pushing back against rent hikes of over 100%, in a battle that's been going on for over two years. The fairly new mobile park owner, has been advocating for the rent increase, citing expenses such as sewer, trash renewal, and snowplow removal. No decision was made at a hearing yesterday, leaving the fight unresolved

New autism support services are being offered by the Behavioral Health Network, called the New Abilities Learning Centers in Springfield. Sare offered both on site and also for in-home care, and they will offer children with autism-structured learning environments and calming sensory rooms.

Local towns and cities like Chicopee and Agawam, just to name a couple, held Veterans ceremonies yesterday. Chicopee alone has over 4,000 veterans living there. The memorial ceremony and wreath laying were just some of the things Chicopee did to honor all who have served.

You've heard of bring your parent to school day, but what about this? The Roberta G. Doering Middle School in Agawam hosted National Bring a Vet to School Day yesterday to highlight veterans and thank them for their service. City leaders were on hand for the special day

When you move to Springfield you may think to yourself like I did.....probably won't have to think about wildlife disruption....but on Sunday three bobcats visited a backyard in Springfield. It was on Island Pond Road and those with small pets are urged to use caution when letting them outside

It's not really a time of year where you think about swimming...but the city of Springfield celebrated the grand reopening of the renovated pool at Milton Bradley Elementary School yesterday. The renovation includes new flooring, tile, and locker rooms, making nearly everything in the facility brand new. The pool serves as a hub for various swimming programs, including Learn to Swim classes

Speaking of Veterans, a vet in Westfield just won a free roof. The AQ Cares Veteran Roof Giveaway is an annual initiative, designed to recognize and thank local veterans for their service by providing a deserving hero with a worry-free roofing system at no cost. The roof installation for Leo will take place later this month at his home

Certain Springfield homeowners may soon be seeing some tax relief from the city. The tax relief, funded by donations, will be for homeowners who don’t qualify under current tax exemptions, like disabled veterans, those legally blind, or surviving spouses over 70 years old.

The state of emergency is Amherst has ended, after an apartment fire that required help from a ton of local fire departments, including down here in the Springfield area. When the fire stopped, several people went to watch construction equipment rip apart the Olympia Place apartment complex. At least 230 people, mostly UMass students, are displaced and trying to figure out what to do next.

A Chicopee bowl-a-thon returned over the weekend, raising over $70,000 for Camphill Village Copake, which supports adults with developmental disabilities. The event hadn't returned since the 2020 shutdown, but since it began, the community has raised more than $600,000 to make sure disabled adults can have nurturing care

The 39th Annual Hope for Holidays Toy Drive and Motorcycle Run kicked off in Chicopee over the weekend, aiming to bring joy to children in need this holiday season. Toys were collected all day Saturday in front of the Chicopee Walmart, and will be given out through Lorraine's Soup Kitchen

Restaurants across the nation are honoring active-duty service members and veterans tomorrow with free meals, bounce back cards and other discounts. Local stops include Friendly's and Applebees among others. A full list can be found on pur trending now page at the q 997 dot com

In case you haven't heard, The Q 99.7 is gearing up to collect food for those in need on Thursday November 20th....less than 2 weeks from today. We'll be out in the 5 Town Plaza parking lot in Springfield, near the Big Y, from 12-6pm that day. You're invited to swing by and drop off some non perishables that we'll then give to local food pantries ahead of Thanksgiving. For all the details just visit the q 997 dot com and click the banner

They make their return...the CHirstmas lights on the Memorial bridge! Last Christmas, for the first time in forever, they weren't there because lights were being taken down as they were deemed unsafe. Now the Memorial Bridge is set to have some temporary lighting installed ahead of the holidays. The temporary poles will also accommodate the Spirit of Springfield’s holiday decorations, continuing a long-standing seasonal tradition.

The Family Life Center at Mercy Medical Center in Springfield will temporarily suspend its maternity and newborn services starting December 8th due to significant provider and staffing constraints. Despite this, the center, will continue to offer prenatal and postnatal care at outpatient sites throughout the region.

This isn't something you see every day...two men are being accused of trying to steal a highway sign from 91 in Windsor. The theft happened in broad daylight, during the morning rush hour no less, and the highway sign was strapped into the back of a pickup. They're scheduled to appear in court in two weeks

Springfield has launched a new holiday marketing campaign called ‘We Love Springfield‘ to promote the city’s attractions and events during the Christmas season. The campaign aims to highlight Springfield’s status as the holiday capital of Western Massachusetts, featuring over 30 events such as the Festival of Trees, Symphony Orchestra Holiday Pops, and Grinchmas Saturday.

Square One, a non-profit in Springfield, is providing financial relief to families by waiving child care fees for November. The relief, amounting to $15,000, is made possible through a reserve fund gifted by Health New England. Square One provides early education, care, and family support to 1,500 families each year.

Water might be getting more expensive in Northern CT....About 7,500 water customers in Enfield, Somers and East Windsor are facing a proposed 72% increase in their quarterly water bills. Hazardville Water Company, claims it hasn’t increased rates in 16 years, while their costs have kept going up. Some are arguing this could force those on fixed income out of town

Springfield has voted for the 5 candidates to be on the City Council at large. Jose Delgado, Tracye Whitfield, Kateri Walsh and Brian Santaniello will all retain their seats, while Justin Hurst is voted in for the first time. The people of West Springfield have voted for Mayor Reichelt to retain the job. In Westfield Michael McCabe has held onto the Mayor job for a third term. For a full list of Western Ma election results, just click the link in the heading of this section.

Springfield police took two illegal motorized bikes as they continue to take more off-highway vehicles off city streets. Neither the mini dirt bike, nor the moped were registered or insured when police saw them riding on Florence Street near the Six Corners rotary.

Many people are feeling the food pinch, but a local woman who is the founder of The Compassion Project, is aiming to serve 2,000 meals to those in need this Thanksgiving in Holyoke, marking the 23rd year of her initiative. She said it something God placed on her heart to give back, and to be a beacon of hope to people

There has been some local buzz around the Thunderbirds after they signed a former Boston Bruin Legend, Milan Lucic, to a professional tryout. He joins Springfield as he continues his effort to return to the NHL, after spending 17 years in the league, include almost a decade in Boston

If you or someone you know could use a little extra help putting food on the table right now, we’ve got some resources that might make things a bit easier. The organizations below have been preparing to be able to make sure you do not need to go hungry. We’re here to remind you — you’re not alone, and there’s hope and help right here in our community.

40 years is a long time, and after 40 years, all 13 locations of Smithland Pet & Garden Center will close. The company originally known as myAgway and Dave’s Soda and Pet City said this decision was difficult but necessary. They have locations in both western Massachusetts and across Connecticut, but there's no public timetable for the closure