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Four Locations Offer Free Hands-Only CPR Training
WORCESTER – The American Heart Association provides free Hands-Only CPR in Worcester County next week, in partnership with Fidelity Bank. Four Fidelity banking centers host the free training where participants will learn life-saving skills in just five minutes. Registration is not required. Interested participants can find these sessions at...
Get a Custom Built Activity Kit for Valentine’s Day
WORCESTER – That’s Entertainment, at 244 Park Ave. in Worcester, has kits custom grab boxes available for you and your partner to have something fun to do on Valentine’s Day. The That’s Entertainment Valentine’s Day Activity Kits includes a themed set of items assembled by store employees....
Pierre’s Pub at Assumption University Opens on Friday
WORCESTER – Pierre’s Pub, a 4,500 sq. ft. pub at the Hagan Campus Center on the campus of Assumption University, opens on Friday, Feb. 9, at 4:30 PM. The pub seats around 130 people. The grand opening runs from 4:30 PM to 11 PM. From opening until 6...
QCC Announces New Community Resource Team Member, “Siggy”
WORCESTER – Quinsigamond Community College (QCC) introduced Siggy, an English Cream Golden Retriever, as the campus’s first community resource dog on Monday. Siggy’s arrival is a pioneering step for Worcester’s colleges, aiming to enhance the well-being of the college community. The college community is overjoyed to...
New Police Chief Sworn in at Quinsigamond Community College
WORCESTER – A 16-year veteran of the Quinsigamond Community College (QCC) police department was sworn in as its new chief on Friday, Feb. 2. Stephen DiGiovanni , previously the Deputy Chief of Police Operations since 2015, was sworn in as chief during a Friday morning ceremony. In his previous role, DiGiovanni led the Patrol, Communications, and Security Divisions of the QCC Police.
Worcester Historical Museum Hosts Free Admission and Events in February
WORCESTER – The Worcester Historical Museum hosts a month-long celebration of Worcester’s history with free admission and events throughout February. Located at 30 Elm Street and Salisbury Mansion, 40 Highland Street, the museum has a lineup of activities suitable for all ages and interests. Events include:. Valentine for...
New Opioid Settlement Brings $8 Million to Massachusetts
BOSTON – Attorney General Andrea Joy Campbell announced a $350 million national settlement with Publicis Health, $8 million of which Massachusetts will receive. The settlement resolves Massachusetts’ litigation against the firm for its involvement in the opioid crisis, including its work with Purdue Pharma. The funds will support...
Parents, Students Outraged by Firing of 2 Southbridge Teachers
SOUTHBRIDGE – Several parents and students of Southbridge High School are expressing outrage after one teacher was escorted from the building and another told it was her last day. Both teachers gave their notice to quit on Wednesday, with the intention to remain on the job until February vacation.
Help This Family Whose Hardest Day Left them Drowning in Medical Debt
WORCESTER – Julia Duggan of Sturbridge has launched a fundraiser at GoFundMe to support her sister, Maria, and her husband, Brandon, whose happiest day turned to tragedy. In August, Maria and Brandon headed to Saint Vincent Hospital in the early morning for what they expected to be the birth of their child. After a full day in labor and unforeseen complications, Maria was rushed into an emergency c-section. During the procedure, doctors determined their son, Cash Walker Parks, had died.
WooSox Hold Polar Park Job Fair for 2024 Season
WORCESTER – The Worcester Red Sox and Masis Staffing Solutions, host the 4th Annual Polar Park Job Fair on Saturday, February 3, from 11 AM to 1 PM at the DCU Club inside the park. No registration is required. the WooSox are looking to fill part-time positions in Ballpark...
Worcester Public Hearings: Lowering Speed Limit to 25 MPH
WORCESTER – The City of Worcester is holding a series of public hearing regarding the potential adoption of a statutory speed limit of 25 mils per hour and the establishment of safety zones with 20 mile per hour limits. The Worcester City Council Traffic and Parking Committee and its chairperson, Councilor Donna Colorio, will host the hearings.
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