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Two Arrested in Worcester for Stolen Vehicle
WORCESTER – A vehicle stolen in Worcester on Thursday, Jan. 26, led to the arrest of two from Worcester on Friday. Police responded to a report of a stolen vehicle on Cambridge Street in response to a report of a stolen Toyota Camry. After taking a report, the officer broadcasted the vehicle information to the department to be on the lookout.
Three from Out-of-State Arrested for Coordinated Shoplifting
WORCESTER – Police arrested three individuals from out-of-state for stealing thousands of dollars in merchandise from a local retail store on Sunday, Jan. 28. Police responded to a report of coordinating shoplifting from the Target store on Lincoln Street. Upon arrival, witnesses informed officers the three suspects left in a white Toyota Camry.
See the Neighborhood Meetings This Week in Worcester
WORCESTER – The Worcester Police Department is encouraging residents to attend their neighborhood watch meetings to stay up-to-date on what’s happening in their neighborhoods and to share any concerns or questions they may have. Representatives from the city also regularly attend these neighborhood meetings. There are over 50...
Education Board Ignores Meeting Law, Hosts Politicized Panel
EVERETT – The Board of Elementary and Secondary Education meeting held on Tuesday, Jan. 23, hosted multiple speakers on anti-Semitism in Massachusetts schools. The topic did not appear on the board’s agenda, which appears to violate the state’s Open Meeting Laws. Multiple speakers inserted overtly political commentary into their testimony from a similar perspective, with no alternative viewpoint presented.
NO SCHOOL: Worcester Public Schools Closed Monday, Jan 29
WORCESTER – Worcester Public Schools have cancelled classes for Monday, Jan. 29. Head Start and before and after school activities and programs are also cancelled. The Durkin Administration offices will be closed to the public. The Burncoat, Goddard, Roosevelt, and Tatnuck Magnet Branches of the Worcester Public Library are...
Worcester Declared Parking Ban Begins at 6 PM
A declared winter parking ban goes into effect at 6 PM on Sunday in Worcester. Municipal parking garages are free of charge to any vehicle that enters after 3 PM on Sunday until the Declared Winter Parking Ban is lifted. The following garages are included:. Federal Plaza Garage – 570...
NWS: 3 to 5 Inches of Snow from Sunday into Monday
WORCESTER – The National Weather Service (NWS) has issued a winter weather advisory beginning this morning through Monday at 7 PM, with mixed precipitation throughout the day into Monday with a total accumulation of 3 to 5 inches. Prior to 2 PM on Sunday, NWS expects a mixture of...
Maker to Main Announces Liquidation Sale, Closing on Sat.
WORCESTER – Maker to Main, the woman-owned curated grocery store serving locally produced food at 162 Harding St., will close its door permanently on Saturday, Jan. 27, at 6 PM. The store is open until 6 PM on Friday and Saturday, with items 25 percent off to liquidate remaining...
Digital Equity Workshop and Survey in Worcester
WORCESTER – The City of Worcester and The Central Massachusetts Regional Planning Commission hold a Digital Equity Planning Workshop on Thursday, Jan. 25, at the Jean McDonough Arts Center (JMAC) at 20 Franklin St. Discussion during the workshop includes how internet service, device access, and digital skills can be...
Worcester Teen Arrested for Armed Robbery with Machete
WORCESTER – A teen in Worcester faces charges after being accused of robbing a store at knifepoint on Wednesday, Jan. 24. Police responded to a report of the robbery at M&M Market, at 169 Lincoln St., at around 6:30 PM. Officers reviewed surveillance video at the scene. The department says the video shows a male enter the store with what appeared to be a machete. Officers also located a machete inside the store.
Worcester Police Seek Help Locating Missing 60-Year-Old Man
WORCESTER – Police in Worcester seek assistance from the public to locate Wilfredo Rivera, 60. Rivera was last seen boarding a WRTA bus that was headed for central hub on Foster Street in Worcester. Rivera is 5’8″ tall and walks with a cane. He was last seen wearing black...
$1.8 Billion in Cannabis Sales in Mass. in 2023
WORCESTER – Cannabis sales reached another all-time high in Massachusetts in 2023 with nearly $1.8 billion in sales, an increase of 1.8 percent over 2022. There has been over $5.6 billion in sales in Massachusetts since the law allowing retail sales went into effect in November 2018. In December...
Two Hour Delay for Worcester Schools on Wednesday Jan. 24
WORCESTER – Worcester Public Schools announced a two-hour delay for classes on Wednesday, Jan. 24. The district said the decision was made out of an abundance of caution. The district also said it will monitor weather conditions overnight and make an announcement as soon as possible if school will be cancelled.
Two Men Wanted for Questioning in Fraud Investigation
WORCESTER – The Worcester Police Department seeks help from the public to identify the individuals shown in the picture above. The men are wanted for questioning as part of a fraud investigation. Anyone with information on their identity is asked to contact the Worcester Police Department Detective Bureau through...
Worcester Search Warrant Leads to Drug and Gun Charges for 2
WORCESTER – Police served a search warrant on Main Street on Monday, Jan. 22, leading to the arrest of two individuals. At around 5:50 AM, officers from the Worcester Police Vice Squad gained access to the Main Street apartment that was the subject of the search. During the search, officers located a loaded handgun and what they believed to be cocaine packaged for distribution.
UPDATE: Park Ave. Remains Closed for Gas Leak Repairs
WORCESTER – The Worcester Fire Department responded to a gas leak on Monday, which caused Park Avenue to be closed to all traffic around from Maywood Street to Beaver Street. Travelers are urged to seek alternate routes. There is no timetable for Park Ave. to be reopened. The leak...
Gas Leak Closes Portion of Park Ave; Seek Alternate Route
WORCESTER – The Worcester Fire Department responded to a gas leak on Monday, which caused Park Avenue to be closed to all traffic around Maywood Street. The Worcester Fire Department has not announced an estimated time for reopening the area to traffic. Travelers are urged to seek alternate routes.
See the Neighborhood Meetings This Week in Worcester
WORCESTER – The Worcester Police Department is encouraging residents to attend their neighborhood watch meetings to stay up-to-date on what’s happening in their neighborhoods and to share any concerns or questions they may have. Representatives from the city also regularly attend these neighborhood meetings. There are over 50...
Gov. Healey Proposes More Local Tax Options
BOSTON – Governor Maura Healey announced plans on Friday to introduce reforms that would enable municipalities with more options in a range of areas, including local option taxes. Healey said her proposal, the Municipal Empowerment Act, would provide cities and towns with enhanced resources for maintaining and delivering essential...
Green Party Presidential Candidates in Worcester on Saturday
WORCESTER – The Massachusetts Green-Rainbow Party, the state party affiliated with the national Green Party, hosts a presidential candidate meet and greet at First Unitarian Church, at 90 Main St. in Worcester, on Saturday, Jan. 20, from 1 PM to 5 PM. The event features six candidates seeking to...
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