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June 16, 2026 MassLive.com Latest Headlines Subscriber Exclusive   Springfield has spent $60 million on 62 park improvement projects over 6 years While renovations vary, there are some constants with most of the projects. There are now 25 splash pads spread across the city. Playground equipment is essential. Walking paths or tracks are also very popular. By Jeanette DeForge | jdeforge@repub.com Read more News Central Massachusetts Central Mass. school district cuts 21 staff positions, reduces programs The district's budget was cut for the coming year, forcing the district to make changes. Here's what is being reduced. By Maureen Sullivan MORE    News Mass. broke 2 biotech IPO records in matter of weeks — here’s what that means While SpaceX dazzles with a $2 trillion valuation, Massachusetts’ biotech sector is quietly stacking wins that save lives and build lasting value — even if the job numbers lag. By Scott Kirsner | SKirsner@masslive.com MORE    Lottery Powerball: See the winning numbers in Monday’s $269 million drawing Check your numbers to see if you hit it big in Monday's jackpot. By National Desk MORE    See more news Sports Patriots Former Boston College linebacker rises in Patriots coaching ranks Vinny DePalma went from being a two-time captain at Boston College to coaching inside linebackers for the Patriots in just three years. By Mark Daniels | mdaniels@masslive.com MORE    Sports World Cup: Iraq focusing on unity, national pride ahead of its match against Norway Iraq will play Norway at Gillette Stadium on Tuesday at 6 p.m. By Peyton Doyle | PDoyle@masslive.com MORE    Patriots Patriots coaches explain the rise of edge rusher Bradyn Swinson What's behind Bradyn Swinson's sudden rise? Mike Vrabel and Mike Smith explain. By Karen Guregian | KGuregian@masslive.com MORE