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A locally produced film documentary on the hidden challenges facing today's firefighters will premiere in Worcester on Aug. 6.
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Film on Hidden Risks to Firefighters to Debut in Worcester
A locally produced film documentary on the hidden challenges facing today's Massachusetts firefighters will premiere in Worcester on Aug. 6.
https://thisweekinworcester.com/burnin-house-documentary-premier-announce/
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There are particular risks from Salisbury Streeet to Burncoat Street. The NWS warning ends at 6:15 PM.
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Tornado Warnings in and Around Worcester.
There are particular risks from Salisbury Streeet to Burncoat Street, The NWS warning ends at 6:15 PM.
https://thisweekinworcester.com/tornado-warnings-june-18-2026/
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The City of Worcester will host two community forums on the Burncoat School Building Project in June.
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Worcester Holds Burncoat School Building Community Forum
The City of Worcester will host two community forums on the Burncoat School Building Project in June.
https://thisweekinworcester.com/burncoat-school-building-project-forum-jun/
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A Worcester County Grand Jury indicted a 29-year-old Worcester man for murder in connection with the death of Joanna Brown of Worcester,in November.
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Indictment for Murder in Joanna Brown Case
A grand jury indicted a 29-year-old Worcester man for murder in connection with the death of Joanna Brown, of Worcester, in November.
https://thisweekinworcester.com/foster-indictement-murder-joanna-brown/
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The Massachusetts Legislature passed $1.35 billion in funding from funds raised by the Fair Share Amendment
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Mass. Passes $1.3 Billion for Education and Transportation
The Massachusetts Legislature passed 1.35 billion in funding from funds raised by the Fair Share Amendment
https://thisweekinworcester.com/2026-fair-share-allocation/
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Preliminary numbers from DPH say that a 27 percent reduction in opioid deaths in 2025 results in the first year with under 1000 deaths since 2013.
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Opioid-Related Deaths Drop Under 1000 in Mass. in 2025
Preliminary numbers from DPH say that a 27 percent reduction in opioid deaths in 2025 results in the first year with under 1000 deaths since 2013.
https://thisweekinworcester.com/dph-25-preliminary-opioid-death-numbers/
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A 35-year-old Worcester man received a federal prison sentence on Thursday, June 4, for shipping a package containing methamphetamine pills.
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Worcester Man Sentenced to 11 Years for Drug Distribution
A 35-year-old Worcester man received a federal prison sentence on Thursday, June 4, for shipping a package containing methamphetamine pills.
https://thisweekinworcester.com/tran-worcester-sentenced-drug-distribution/
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A U.S. Army combat veteran is set to open the Corner Dive at the former location of the Dive Bar, at 34 Green St., in late June.
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Corner Dive Set to Open in Late June in Worcester
A U.S. Army combat veteran is set to open the Corner Dive at the former location of the Dive Bar, at 34 Green St., in late June.
https://thisweekinworcester.com/corner-dive-set-open-late-june-worcester/
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A Worcester Regional Research Bureau report on housing shows that the housing market remains bleak across Worcester.
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Worcester Research Bureau Report Shows Housing Reality
A Worcester Regional Research Bureau report on housing shows that the housing market remains bleak across Worcester.
https://thisweekinworcester.com/wrrb-report-housing-reality-2026/
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A 23-year-old Southbridge man faces charges filed in federal court in Boston on Thursday, May 22, for possession of child sexual abuse material.
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Southbridge Man Charges for Child Sex Abuse Material
A 23-year-old Southbridge man faces charges filed in federal court in Boston on Thursday, May 22, for possession of child sexual abuse material.
https://thisweekinworcester.com/blaize-csam-material-charged/
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Parents began expressing concerns about leadership at Nelson Place School in October. Worcester Public Schools announced the temporary leave of the principal this week.
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Nelson Place School Principal on Leave after Parent Opposition
Parents began expressing concerns about Nelson Place School in October. The principal went out on leave this week.
https://thisweekinworcester.com/nelson-place-sealey-leave/
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The Worcester Railers say they have agreed to a new affiliation and will make an announcement at a later date. The Islanders' new affiliate is nearly 100 miles closer to their facilities.
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New York Islanders Drop Worcester Railers as Affiliate
The Worcester Railers say they have agreed to a new affiliation and iwill make an announcement at a later date.
https://thisweekinworcester.com/islanders-drop-echl-railers/
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Nine students and four community organizations allege that Massachusetts violates its constitution by maintaining racially segregated school districts.
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Lawsuit Alleges Mass. Maintains Segregated School Districts
Nine students and four community organizations allege that Mass. actively violates its constitution by maintaining racially segregated school districts.
https://thisweekinworcester.com/lawsuit-mass-schools-segregated/
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High school teens ages 14 to 19 can work out free from June 1 to Aug. 31 at any of the over 2900 Planet Fitness locations in the U.S. or Canada.
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High School Teens Can Work Out Free at Planet Fitness
High school teens ages 14 to 19 can work out free from June 1 to Aug. 31 at any of the over 2900 Planet Fitness locations in the U.S. or Canada.
https://thisweekinworcester.com/planet-fitness-summer-teen-workout-free/
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AAA forecasts 45 million Americans to travel between Thursday, May 21, and Monday, May 25, the Memorial Day weekend.
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45 Million Americans Expected to Travel for Memorial Day
AAA forecasts 45 million Americans to travel between Thursday, May 21, and Monday, May 25, the Memorial Day weekend.
https://thisweekinworcester.com/travel-forecast-memorial-day-2026/
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Over 165 volunteers plan to place over 5,000 flags on the graves of veterans buried at Worcester's Saint Johns's Cemetary on Wednesday, May 20.
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Volunteers to Place 5,000 Flags at Graves of Veteran's For Memorial Day
Over 165 volunteers plan to place over 5,000 flags on the graves of veterans buried at Worcester's Saint Johns's Cemetary on Wednesday, May 20.
https://thisweekinworcester.com/flags-veterans-graves-memorial-day/
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The Massachusetts Symphony Orchestra returns to Institute Park in Worcester for its 75th season with three free concerts in July.
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Mass. Symphony Orchestra Returns to Worcester for 75th Year
The Massachusetts Symphony Orchestra returns to Institute Park in Worcester for its 75th season with three free concerts in July.
https://thisweekinworcester.com/mass-symphony-orchestra-worcester-75th/
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The Out to Lunch Festival and Farmers Market announced the headliners performing at the weekly, mid-day festivals over the summer of 2026.
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Out to Lunch Festival Announces 2026 Headliners
The Out to Lunch Festival and Farmers Market announced the headliners performing at the weekly, mid-day festivals over the summer of 2026.
https://thisweekinworcester.com/2-026-out-lunch-music-headliners/
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Market on Exchange kicks off its second season on Sunday, May 17, and runs weekly through October 25.
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Weekly Farmers Market in Worcester Opens May 17
Market on Exchange kicks off its second season on Sunday, May 17, and runs weekly through October 25.
https://thisweekinworcester.com/market-exchange-2nd-season-open-2026/
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A 43-year-old Gardner woman pleaded guilty in federal court to charges of fraudulently receiving Social Security benefits.
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Gardner Woman Pleads Guilty to Social Security Fraud
A 43-year-old Gardner woman pleaded guilty in federal court to charges of fraudulently receiving Social Security benefits.
https://thisweekinworcester.com/otero-guilty-lea-ssi-fraud-051226/
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A 36-year-old Webster man received a federal prison sentence for methamphetamine distribution after pleading guilty in January.
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Webster Man Sentenced for Methamphetamine Distribution
A 36-year-old Webster man received a federal prison sentence for methamphetamine distribution after pleading guilty in January.
https://thisweekinworcester.com/tran-webster-meth-distribution-051126/
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A Massachusetts woman appeared in court in Westborough for arraignment on Friday, May 8, facing charges related to a fatal crash in February on Turnpike Road in Southborough.
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23-Year-Old Woman Arraigned for Fatal Crash in Southborough
A local woman appeared in court in Westborough on Friday, May 8, to face charges for a fatal crash in February on Turnpike Road in Southborough.
https://thisweekinworcester.com/throckmorton-arraigned-fata-crash-051126/
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Part 4: One year after the ICE arrest on Eureka Street, we know a lot more about what happened that day and what officers on the scene believed at the time.
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One Year After Eureka St., What Officers at the Scene Knew
Pt. 4: One year after the ICE arrest on Eureka Street, we know a lot more about what happened that day and what officers on the scene believed at the time.
https://thisweekinworcester.com/one-year-after-eureka-st-what-officers-at-the-scene-knew/
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Two Worcester County educators were recognized during the annual Celebration Honoring Excellence in Teaching awards ceremony.
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20 Mass. Educators Recognized in Annual Awards Ceremony
Two Worcester County educators were recognized during the annual Celebration Honoring Excellence in Teaching awards ceremony.
https://thisweekinworcester.com/dese-annual-awards-2026/
about 2 months ago
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The WRTA Advisory Board voted to continue the fare-free program through June 2027. The fare-free program requires annual authorization.
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WRTA Remains Fare-Free through June 2027
The WRTA Advisory Board voted to continue the fare-free program through June 2027. The fare-free program requires annual authorization.
https://thisweekinworcester.com/wrta-remains-fare-free-through-june-2027/
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The Massachusetts State Police reported the line-of-duty death of 30-year-old Trooper Kevin Trainor on Wednesday, May 6.
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Mass State Trooper Kevin Trainor Killed in the Line of Duty
The Massachusetts State Police reported the line-of-duty death of 30-year-old Trooper Kevin Trainor on Wednesday, May 6.
https://thisweekinworcester.com/state-trooper-trainor-line-duty-death/
about 2 months ago
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Part 3: In rare criticism of the city manager's administration on April 28, councilors inadvertently highlighted one way the Worcester City Council fails residents.
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Worcester Council Criticizes Manager, Snitches on Itself
In rare criticism of the city manager April 28, councilors inadvertently highlighted one way the Worcester City Council fails residents.
https://thisweekinworcester.com/city-council-criticism-snitches-itself/
about 2 months ago
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Governor Healey's office announced $70 million in funding to expand career technical education programs at 28 schools, including three in Worcester County.
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Three Worcester County Schools Receive Tech Career Funding
The Governor's office announced $70 million in funding to expand technical education programs at 28 schools, including three in Worcester County.
https://thisweekinworcester.com/3-worcester-county-schools-cte-funding/
about 2 months ago
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Worcester City Manager Eric Batista released a budget proposal of just over $1 billion for FY 2027.
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Worcester City Manager Proposes $1 Billion FY 2027 Budget
Worcester City Manager Eric Batista released a budget proposal of just over $1 billion for FY 2027.
https://thisweekinworcester.com/worcester-fy2027-budget-proposal/
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about 2 months ago
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On Jan. 10, 2023, Brittany Tee left the home where she lived with her boyfriend and has not been seen since.
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Brookfield Home Where Brittany Tee Lived Listed for Sale
On Jan. 10, 2023, Brittany Tee left the home where she lived with her boyfriend and has not been seen since.
https://thisweekinworcester.com/brittany-tee-home-listed-sale/
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A 20-year-old West Brookfield woman appeared for arraignment on charges related to a fatal crash in Barre in December that left two dead.
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20-Year-Old Woman Arraigned for Fatal Crash in Barre
A 20-year-old West Brookfield woman appeared for arraignment on charges related to a fatal crash in Barre in December that left two dead.
https://thisweekinworcester.com/orourke-arraignment-barre-crash-050126/
about 2 months ago
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The U.S. Attorney's Office for the District of Massachusetts will hold a virtual webinar on Thursday, May 7, focussed on keeping kids safe online.
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U.S. Attorney Announces Keeping Kids Safe Online Webinar
The U.S. Attorney's Office for the District of Massachusetts will hold a virtual webinar on Thursday, May 7, focussed on keeping kids safe online.
https://thisweekinworcester.com/us-attorney-keeping-kids-safe-online/
about 2 months ago
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about 2 months ago
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A free medical services program by the Worcester Free Care Collaborative holds a dedication at its newest location on Monday, May 4.
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Free Medical Services Program Launches in Worcester on May 4
A free medical services program by the Worcester Free Care Collaborative holds a dedication at its newest location on Monday, May 4.
https://thisweekinworcester.com/free-medical-service-program-launch/
about 2 months ago
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The Worcester Public Library announced that the Massachusetts Broadband Institute awarded the library 500 Chromebooks and other devices.
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Worcester Public Library Awarded 500 Chromebooks
The Worcester Public Library announced that the Massachusetts Broadband Institute awarded the library 500 Chromebooks and laptops.
https://thisweekinworcester.com/wpl-awarded-500-laptops-mbi/
about 2 months ago
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State law does not permit the city to pause the specialized stretch code or opt-out until three years after its July 2024 opt-in.
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State Ends Worcester's Pause on Building Electrification
State law does not permit the city to pause the specialized stretch code or opt-out until three years after its July 2024 opt-in.
https://thisweekinworcester.com/specialized-stretch-code-pause-unlawful/
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Part 2 of a series: The Worcester City Council ended resident petitions in 2025 due to "important city business" while meeting less than any year since before 2007.
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Worcester Council Holds Fewest Meetings in 20 Years in 2025
Part 2: The Worcester City Council ended resident petitions in 2025 due to "important city business" while meeting less than any time since 2007.
https://thisweekinworcester.com/come-work-city-council-meets-less/
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Anna Maria College filed the required notification that it will lay off 150 workers when it closes its campus in Paxton in May.
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Anna Maria College to Lay Off 150, Close Next Month
Anna Maria College filed the required notification that it will lay off 150 workers when it closes its campus in Paxton in May.
https://thisweekinworcester.com/anna-maria-150-layoffs-closing/
about 2 months ago
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The U.S. Attorney for Massachusetts announced a 41-year-old Gardner man faces federal charges for fentanyl distribution.
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Gardner Man Charged in Federal Court for Fentanyl Distribution
The U.S. Attorney for Massachusetts announced a 41-year-old Gardner man faces federal charges for fentanyl distribution.
https://thisweekinworcester.com/page-fentanyl-distribution-federal-charges/
about 2 months ago
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Alex Cora and his staff paid the price for the terrible start by the Red Sox this year. They aren't the problem.
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Red Sox Owner John Henry Thinks You Are Stupid
A;ex Cora and his staff paid the price for the terrible start by the Red Sox this year. They aren't the problem.
https://thisweekinworcester.com/red-sox-owner-john-henry-thinks-stupid/
about 2 months ago
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Mass. AG Andrea Joy Campbell co-led a group of 24 states asking a judge to permanently block key provisions of President Trump's executive order on elections.
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24 States Ask Judge to Block Trump's Election Executive Order
Mass. AG Andrea Joy Cambell co-led a group of 24 states asking a judge to permanently block key provisions Trump's executive order on elections.
https://thisweekinworcester.com/24-states-summary-judgement-trump-election/
2 months ago
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Seven workers arrested in a raid by ICE in Massachusetts have filed a lawsuit that alleges multiple violations of law during their arrests.
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Seven Arrested in Car Wash Raid File Lawsuit Against ICE
Seven workers arrested in a raid by ICE in Massachusetts have filed a lawsuit that alleges multiple violations of law during their arrests.
https://thisweekinworcester.com/7-car-wash-raid-lawsuit-allston/
2 months ago
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