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Declared Winter Parking Ban Lifted In Worcester

At least two inches of snow fell on Tuesday in some parts of Worcester County.

WORCESTER, MA — Due to a snowstorm, a Declared Winter Parking Ban went into effect at 8 a.m. on Tuesday in Worcester. It was lifted at 6 a.m. on Wednesday.

In some parts of Worcester County, at least two inches of snow fell on Tuesday, according to the National Weather Service.

During the parking ban, parking was prohibited on both sides of main arteries, emergency routes, and critical downtown streets. Residents can find those streets online here.

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Towing and ticketing would be enforced during the parking ban to keep the streets clear, according to the city.

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Residents could park for free in the following municipal garages:

  • Pearl & Elm Garage – 20 Pearl St.
  • Worcester Common Garage – 3 Eaton Place
  • Union Station Garage – 225 Franklin St.
  • Major Taylor Garage – 30 Major Taylor Blvd.

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