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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...
37-Year-Old Worcester Man Faces Fentanyl Trafficking Charges
WORCESTER – A traffic stop near Southbridge Street led to a man facing fentanyl trafficking charges on Friday. A patrol officer witnessed a black Honda Accord around noon after the driver allegedly turned from Southbridge Street onto Jackson Street. The officer initiated a traffic stop, which occurred near Hollis Street.
17 Nichols College Students Help Produce Super Bowl
DUDLEY – A group of 17 students from the Nichols College Sports Management Program are in Las Vegas this weekend to directly participate in the operations of the NFL Super Bowl. The Super Bowl Practicum, a course where students can earn 3 credits, is taught by Dr. Christopher Streeter,...
$50 Million in State ARPA Funds Allocated to EV Charging Infrastructure
BOSTON – The Massachusetts Executive Office of Energy and Environmental Affairs announced Gov. Healey allocated $50 million from American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) funds to expand electric vehicle (EV) charging infrastructure in Massachusetts. This initiative seeks to increase access to charging stations, electrify the state fleet, and ensure the efficient operation of public charging facilities.
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....
Worcester Bravehearts Sold, Staying in Worcester
WORCESTER – The Worcester Bravehearts have been sold to a local businessman who will keep the team in Worcester and continue hosting games at Fitton Field at the College of the Holy Cross. John Creedon Jr., who has owned the team since its founding for 10 seasons, sold the...
Pre-Order these Sweetheart Doughnuts for your Valentine
WORCESTER – Rocco’s Doughnut Company offers this Valentine Sweetheart Doughnuts package for pre-order through Feb. 9 for pickup or delivery between Feb. 10 and Feb. 14. The six doughnut package includes the following flavors:. Cinnamon Toast Crunch. Fruity Pebbles. Chocolate Frosted with Sprinkles. Strawberry Shortcake. Full Strawberry Sprinkles.
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...
Worcester Waits While Support for Safe Injection Sites Grows
WORCESTER – A Massachusetts state senator joins a growing chorus of voices endorsing the state enabling pilots of overdose prevention centers (OPCs), also known as safe injection sites or safe consumption sites (SCS). The Massachusetts Department of Public Health, Massachusetts Harm Reduction Commission, the leaders of 14 Massachusetts cities and towns, and the Worcester Health and Human Services Commissioner have all reported favorably on the effectiveness of OPCs. The sites are currently illegal under state law.
Worcester Police Officer Files Lawsuit Against City, Former Chief
WORCESTER – A Worcester Police officer has filed a lawsuit alleging four civil violations via eight incidents involving former Chief of Police Steven Sargent. Both Sargent and the City of Worcester are named as defendants in the complaint filed in Worcester Superior Court on Feb. 1. Worcester Police Officer...
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...
Worcester Police Seek Information on Missing Teen
WORCESTER – The Worcester Police Department seeks help from the public to locate a missing teen. Arabella Milbier, 15, was last seen at her Crowningshield Road home. She is 5’3″ tall and has long black hair work in a ponytail, with brown eyes. She was last seen wearing a black jacket, beige sweatpants, and white crocs.
Dance in your Socks for Trophies on Friday in Worcester
WORCESTER – Join in on this dance in your socks contest and win trophies this Friday in Worcester. Manny Jae Media and Tumbao Latin Dance, at 589 Park Ave., hosts “Socks Off! Dance On!” on Friday. Admission is $10 plus a pair of socks. All socks will be donated to El Buen Samaritano (EBS) on Piedmont Street in Worcester.
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...
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.
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.
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