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Don't assume your tattoo is safe: New report says inks could include dangerous bacteria
WORCESTER ― Steven Atkins is in a business whose popularity has skyrocketed, with a growing number of arms and legs and other body parts getting tattoos. Atkins owns The Black Rose Tattoo Co. on Park Avenue. He moved into a bigger space there because business is booming. But not all developments in the tattoo world...
Stop & Shop, Big Y delis have reopened after listeria prevention measures
UPDATE: Delis at Stop & Shop and Big Y have reopened, according to the supermarkets. Earlier: Stop & Shop and Big Y are temporarily closing their delis and removing several Boar's Head products for sale due to a potential listeria presence, the companies announced at midafternoon Friday. ...
Free Family Fun Events this August in Auburn & Beyond
August 1 - 4: Read Around Town: Sutton Senior Center (Sutton) - August 1, 10:30 - 11:00 AM. Needle Felted Squirrel (Sutton) - August 1, 1:00 - 2:30 PM. Recycled Art (Leicester) - August 1, 4:00 - 6:00 PM. Eyes on Owls (Webster) - August 2, 10:00 - 11:00 AM.
'You can still go on and do big things': Bravehearts favorite Jason Gilow delivers message of hope on Parkinson's disease
WORCESTER — Jason Gilow wasn’t feeling quite right. The 45-year-old Palmer resident, who previously resided in Millbury, found himself occasionally forgetting things he would typically remember. And the dexterity in his right, or dominant, hand was digressing. ...
Five Things to Do: 'Legally Blonde,' African Festival, Water Lantern Festival and more ...
The Hanover Theatre Conservatory’s Youth Summer Program will present "Legally Blonde The Musical" on July 26-27. Based on the 2001 movie movie that starred Reese Witherspoon, the show focuses on a sorority girl who tries to win her ex-boyfriend back by earning a Harvard law degree. The cast includes Worcester twins Armig and Noushig Bardizbanian, and Astrid Bidwell and Tori Rich, also of Worcester. (RD)
The road takes Grace Potter to Indian Ranch to 'share the love'
Three-time Grammy-nominated rock 'n' roll songwriter, vocalist and instrumentalist Grace Potter is back living in her native state of Vermont after being in California, and has a number of upcoming New England tour dates including a visit to Indian Ranch in Webster on August 4. "There's something about the energy of New...
Worcester writers among contributors to 'Clementinos' writing program anthology
There will be a book launch celebration for “Clementinos: Voices from the Clemente Writing Project” from noon to 2 p.m. July 27 at Salisbury House Ballroom, 61 Harvard St., Worcester. The book, according to a statement from Mass Humanities, features writing by Massachusetts residents “who share their understanding of the Commonwealth through lived experiences in Brockton, Dorchester, Holyoke, New Bedford, Springfield and Worcester.” ...
Ohmigod You Guys! Ashland Teen, Lucille Stillitano performed in Legally Blonde The Musical at The Hanover Theatre and Conservatory for the Performing Arts
Ashland teen, Lucille Stillitano had Worcester thinking pink when she appears in Legally Blonde The Musical during session one of the Youth Summer Program (YSP) at The Hanover Theatre and Conservatory for the Performing Arts Friday, July 26 and Saturday, July 27. The fun and upbeat musical follows the adventures of a sorority girl named Elle Woods – a Gemini with a double Capricorn moon – who tries to win her ex-boyfriend back by earning a Harvard law degree. Stillitano will play the Boutique Saleswoman in the production.
Where to find the cheesiest meals in Mass.
BOSTON — Say Cheese is a food trailer serving up gourmet grilled cheese sandwiches in and around the Worcester area. Teri Goulette started Say Cheese nine years ago after making a blue cheese and cheddar grilled cheese sandwich. That sandwich is still on the menu in addition to many others, including a Figgin Goat – which includes goat cheese and a fig jam, as well the Pickleback, which is a grilled cheese with dill pickle chips stuffed inside. Follow Say Cheese on social media to figure out where the trailer and Teri’s loyal followers will be!
Today only! $25 tickets to select shows at Hanover Theatre
WORCESTER — The Hanover Theatre is offering a special promotion for theater enthusiasts: $25 tickets for select shows, available for 24 hours only on July 25th. To take advantage of this deal, customers must use the promo code 25on25 when purchasing tickets. The promotion includes a diverse lineup of...
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