Woman Seriously Injured After Stabbing On Main Street In Worcester

The incident remains under investigation.

New Indian Fast-Food Spot Debuts In Worcester

The eatery is opening inside Worcester Public Market.

Worcester Employees Win Annual Public Service Awards

A group of employees from Central Massachusetts has been selected for annual public service awards.

Worcester School Gets DA Grant For Safe End-Of-Year Events

The grants are meant to help fund safe post-prom or post-graduation events aimed at deterring impaired driving and other risky behavior.

Worcester Man Sentenced In $47K Pandemic Unemployment Fraud Case

A Worcester man was accused of collecting more than $47,000 in pandemic unemployment benefits.

Worcester Schools Seniors Receive Scholarships From Bay State Bank

Seven Worcester Public School seniors were each awarded scholarships as  they prepare to start college this fall.

Worcester Railers, New York Islanders End Affiliation After 8 Seasons

Worcester's hockey team will enter next season looking for a new NHL partner.

Beloved New England Eatery Expands In Central MA

The restaurant, known for its American fare, draft beer and sports-bar atmosphere, celebrated its grand opening this week.

4 Residents, Firefighter Injured In Worcester House Fire

A woman is facing charges after police said she ran back into the burning home late Wednesday night.

Worcester Expands Bulk Waste Drop-Off Hours For June Pilot

Worcester residents will have more chances to bring bulk waste to the city's Residential Drop Off Center during a pilot program in June.

Large Lottery Prize Sold In Worcester County

One lucky lottery player in Worcester County had a major payday over the weekend.

Man Facing Charges In Worcester After Police Find Gun In Fanny Pack During Traffic Stop: WPD

A man from New Bedford was accused of being in possession of an unlicensed gun.

Worcester Man Charged With Cocaine Trafficking After Drug Search

Vice detectives found cocaine and psychedelic mushrooms in a Chandler Street apartment, police said.

Find Worcester’s Cheapest Gas Ahead Of Record Memorial Day Travel Weekend

High gas prices are adding a new line to the family road trip budget, but they are not keeping Worcester residents off the highway.

Worcester County Brush Fire Burns 1.25 Acres

The department said the fire should serve as a reminder that drought conditions remain in the region.

Worcester Police Release Photo Of Suspect In Car Break-In Case

The suspect is accused of breaking into a motor vehicle on Wheeler Avenue and stealing a wallet from inside the car.

Clark University Awards Degrees To Class Of 2026: See Photos

Graduation season is underway, and one of the city's several institutions celebrated its students on Monday.

Worcester Bravehearts Return To Fitton Field For 2026 Opening Night

The city's summer collegiate baseball team is returning for another season this month.

Worcester Middle Schoolers To Get Free Sports Through New Partnership

Hundreds of middle schoolers in Worcester will now have the opportunity to participate in organized athletics, some for the very first time.

Worcester College Honor Society Named Among Top 100 Chapters Globally

An honor society at Quinsigamond Community College recently picked up a string of international and regional honors.

Hello, Worcester! Everyone’s Favorite Scottish Nanny is Headed to the Main Stage This June

The smash-hit musical based on the beloved Robin Williams film is bringing big laughs and big heart to downtown Worcester.

Popular Restaurant Chain Coming To Central MA Shopping Center

The chain already has several locations across the state.

Beloved Musical Comedy Coming To Worcester This Summer

A popular production is headed to the city for a three-day run later this summer.

Summer Jam Classic Returns For Its 10th Year In Worcester

The event features high-level basketball competition alongside community programming, local vendors, entertainment and giveaways.

18 Charged In Multi-State Drug Ring Tied To Worcester County

The group is accused of using a Worcester County business to launder drug proceeds through multiple financial institutions.

Charges Expected After Video Appears To Show Southbridge McDonald's Worker Contaminating Fries

A viral video taken at a Southbridge, Massachusetts McDonald's is leading to criminal charges and concerns about food contamination.

Worcester Police Honor 14 Former Officers During Annual Memorial Ceremony

On Sunday, the names of those lost in 2025 were read aloud, followed by a ceremonial bell ringing in their honor.

Worcester Middle Schoolers Selected For Prestigious WooSox Scholarships

Four Worcester students earned $10K WooSox scholarships, while four others received $1K fellowships.

Worcester DPW Employee Named 2026 Moosey Award Recipient

Aaron Green was honored for exceptional dedication and service within the city's Department of Public Works.

Hanover Theater Announces Summer Programming!

Summer is just around the corner, and downtown Worcester is about to get a whole lot more musical.

Worcester Appoints New Medical Director

She succeeds Dr. Michael Hirsh, who served in the role for 13 years.

The Salvation Army of Fitchburg Launches Public Phase of $2 Million Capital Campaign

New 8,000-square-foot facility will expand food, youth, and emergency services for the Montachusett region

Worcester Commuter Rail Riders Face Weekend Shuttle Bus Service

Commuters on the MBTA’s Framingham/Worcester Line should plan for service changes over two upcoming weekends this spring and summer.

3 Men Charged In Worcester After Suspected Drug Deal

Worcester police charged three men after a suspected drug deal led detectives to cocaine and crack cocaine on Thursday afternoon.

Homie Slice Brings Late-Night NY-Style Pizza To Worcester

From the team behind Electric Haze, a traditional New York-style pizza shop has opened next door.

Man Charged After Overnight Worcester Break-In

An investigation determined that the suspect allegedly used a shovel to break the window and destroyed a refrigerator.

Worcester Schools Honor Educators, Name Worcester Tech Principal Of The Year

Worcester Technical High School Principal Drew Weymouth has been named Worcester Public Schools’ 2026 Principal of the Year.

‘He Was A Hero’: Worcester Man Killed In Crash Remembered For Lifetime Of Service

James M. McGuire died after being struck by a vehicle on Hope Avenue in Worcester on Sunday night.

Worcester Police Officers Run 450-Miles To D.C. Honoring Officer Manny Familia

A group of Worcester police officers completed their annual run from Worcester to Washington, D.C. this week.

Music Worcester Announces New Season Featuring Classical, Jazz And Dance

The season opens Oct. 16 at Mechanics Hall with acclaimed pianist Emanuel Ax.