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High Winds, Sleet, Potential Snow on Wednesday into Thursday
WORCESTER – The National Weather Service (NWS) has issued a wind advisory from 4 PM on Wednesday through 2 PM on Thursday. The advisory warns that northeast winds 25 to 30 mph with gusts up to 50 mph, which could negatively impact driving, especially for high profile vehicles. The NWS urges extra caution while driving during the advisory period. Residents are also advised that gusty winds will blow around unsecured objects. Tree limbs could also be blown down, which may cause power outages in some areas.
Bean Counter Bakery Cafe Closes Store in Shrewsbury
SHREWSBURY – The Bean Counter Bakery Cafe announced on Wednesday that it has closed its store at 288 Boston Turnpike in Shrewsbury. According to the Bean Counter’s social media post, the company said, “This decision comes as part of our ongoing efforts to streamline operations and focus our resources on delivering an unparalleled experience at our flagship store, on online store, and the newly renovated Highland Street location in Worcester.”
Worcester Councilors have Questions about Youth Justice Reform
WORCESTER – Three Worcester City Councilors have questions about tandem bills in both houses of the Massachusetts Legislature that would raise “age of criminal majority” from 18 to 21. The house version of the bill, H.1710, is sponsored by Rep. Jim O’Day (14th Worcester) and Manny Cruz (7th Essex). The senate version, S.942, is sponsored by Sen. Brendan Crighton (3rd Essex).
State Police Most Wanted Fugitive Captured in Worcester
WORCESTER – A fugitive on the Massachusetts State Police Most Wanted List since October was arrested in Worcester on Monday. Massachusetts State Troopers, with support from Worcester and Brockton Police, arrested Kahmari Price, 17. A warrant for murder led to Price’s addition to the most wanted list. Police...
WooSox Chairman Larry Lucchino Dies at 78
WORCESTER – Larry Lucchino, chairman of the Worcester Red Sox, a former president and CEO of the Boston Red Sox, San Diego Padres, and Baltimore Orioles, passed away Tuesday morning at the age of 78. The Lucchino family issued the following statement:. “We are heartbroken to share that our...
Mass. Ranks 9th in Percentage of Fatal Crashes Involving Alcohol
Mass. – A new analysis of data from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) shows Massachusetts was within the top 10 of all 50 states in the percentage of fatal crashes which involved alcohol. From 2017 to 2021, Massachusetts experienced 2,466 fatal crashes across the state. Of those,...
WPD: Woman Damages Man’s Car after He Declines Charges
WORCESTER – A local woman faces Larceny, Vandalism, and other charges after being arrested for a confrontation with a man on Saturday, March 30. According to the Worcester Police Department, Carmen Ortiz, 29, of Worcester, approached a customer at McDonald’s on Shrewsbury Street at around 6:45 PM. After the man declined, Ortiz stormed out of the restaurant, swearing at the man.
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...
City of Worcester Payroll Over Half-Billion Dollars in 2023
WORCESTER – The City of Worcester released the salary and income of all city employees for 2023 this week, showing 69 city employees earning over $200,000, 61 of them part of the Worcester Police Department. The city lists 8,017 employees earning over $523 million, 55 more employees than last year, and a 9.3 percent increase in payroll, from $487 million in 2022.
Leominster Man Indicted for Murder in July Stabbing
WORCESTER – A Worcester County Grand Jury indicted a man for murder in a fatal stabbing in Fitchburg. Jeremy Cruz, 37, of Leominster, allegedly stabbed Jesus Maisonet Davila, 45, of Fitchburg on July 1, shortly before 1 PM, near 199 Main St. in Fitchburg. Davila was hospitalized until his death on Aug. 6.
Worcester Man Indicted for Murder in Stabbing Death in Feb.
WORCESTER – A Worcester County Grand Jury issued an indictment against a men in a stabbing death stabbing death in a Worcester apartment in February. Sadrac Metellus, 29, of Worcester, was indicted for allegedly stabbing Vesline Garnier, 24, inside the couple’s apartment on Douglas Street. Police found Garnier...
Sutton Man Sentenced for Transporting Child Pornography
BOSTON – A federal court judge sentenced a local man to over six years in federal prison after pleading guilty to transporting child pornography and sexual contact with children while overseas. A judge in federal court in Boston sentenced Scott Jameson, 47, of Sutton, to 78 months in prison,...
Rep. McGovern Fundraiser Met with Protests in Worcester
WORCESTER – U.S.House of Representatives minority leader Hakeem Jeffries joined Rep. Jim McGovern at Worcester Plaza, at 446 Main St. on Tuesday morning. Attendees paid up to $3,000 for the breakfast meet and greet and reelection campaign fundraiser. As soon as Jeffries began speaking, a group of activists at...
Worcester Councilors Call for State Gun Law Already Passed in 1975
WORCESTER – On Tuesday, March 26, the Worcester City Council passed a resolution, introduced by Councilor At-Large Kate Toomey, calling on the state legislature to, “ensure full sentencing be mandatory for the illegal possession of firearms.”. The Massachusetts legislature passed a one-year minimum, mandatory sentencing for illegal possession...
$125,000 MassDevelopment Grant Supports Pleasant Street Business
WORCESTER – The Worcester Pleasant Street Transformative Development Initiative (TDI) Partnership received $125,000 from MassDevelopment’s Transformative Development Initiative Local Program. The program seeks to enhance and revitalize the aesthetics of the Pleasant St. neighborhood commercial district through financial support to property and business owners to offset their investment...
Man Indicted in Thanksgiving Day Shooting in Worcester
WORCESTER – The office of Worcester County District Attorney Joe Early Jr. announced today that a Worcester grant jury has indicted a man for murder in the Thanksgiving Day shooting death of a woman on Pleasant Street. Marcel Santos-Padgett, 31, of Leicester, was indicted in connection with the shooting...
MassHire Workshop Covers Rights of those With Criminal Records
WORCESTER – MassHire is holding a free workshop to educate those with a criminal record of their rights on Thursday, March 28. The workshop, which runs from 2 PM to 3 PM, will take place at the MassHire Worcester Career Center at 554 Main St., Suite 300. Community Legal...
Worcester Arts Council Announces its 2024 Grant Awards
WORCESTER – The Worcester Arts Council (WAC) and the City of Worcester announced 53 grant awards for a total of $246,844 on Tuesday for arts and cultural programs in Worcester in 2024. WAC received $225,000 from the Massachusetts Cultural Council this year and 118 applications from grant seekers. From...
Two Men Arrested in Worcester for Cocaine, Fentanyl Distribution
WORCESTER – The Worcester Police Department announced on Monday the arrest of two men on drug distribution charges. Vice Squad officers were near Boylston Street on Friday, March 22, in response to complaints about drug transactions in the area. After believing they witnessed a transaction, officers stopped a vehicle.
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