NH Man Charged After 2 Loaded Guns Found During Traffic Stop In Worcester

A Manchester, New Hampshire, man faces multiple firearms charges after a traffic stop in Worcester.

Feds Close Worcester Police Investigation Without Further Action, City Says

A federal civil rights investigation that scrutinized the Worcester Police Department for nearly four years has ended.

Worcester Police Officer Retires After 32 Years

A longtime Worcester police officer is retiring after more than three decades of service to the city.

Worcester Reservoir Closed Again Due To Cyanobacteria

The body of water is closed to recreational use again after testing detected potentially harmful cyanobacteria.

Worcester Man Faces Drug Charges After Speeding Stop

Police said they found crack cocaine, marijuana and a large amount of cash.

Worcester EMS Promotes Longtime Leader To Captain

Joe Kuchinski brings experience as a medical provider, educator and leader to the position.

Worcester Students To Get Free Breakfast, Lunch In The Upcoming School Year

All district schools in Worcester will provide free breakfast and lunch each school day during the 2026-27 academic year.

Large Sand Truck Flips Over In Worcester

The crash remains under investigation.

Man Wanted For Arson In Worcester County Accused Of Stealing Vehicle In CT

He was captured by a police K-9 after fleeing a stolen vehicle in Connecticut, police said.

Locally Owned Coffee Shop Debuts In Downtown Worcester

The business will serve coffee, espresso drinks, seasonal food and other menu items.

Worcester Police Open Civilian Academy Applications

The 2026 Civilian Academy will run for eight consecutive weeks.

Spirit Halloween To Open At Former Worcester Supermarket

The home of a former supermarket will become a seasonal shop for Halloween costumes and decorations.

New Report Examines Worcester’s Passenger Rail Needs

Worcester city leaders will hold a press conference to discuss findings from a recent Worcester MBTA Working Group report.

Stolen Vehicle Recovered In Worcester

A vehicle stolen from a Boylston home was recovered in Worcester several days after it disappeared.

Worcester To Open Cooling Centers As Heat Advisory Takes Effect

The city will open cooling centers as dangerously hot and humid conditions are expected to push the heat index to unsafe levels.

Worcester To Host First Half Marathon In A Decade: What To Know

A new race is expected to bring thousands of runners to Worcester during the spring season.

Worcester Schools Names 11 Principals For 2026-27

Worcester will begin the 2026-27 academic year with new leadership at nearly a dozen schools across the district.

2 Pedestrians Killed On Worcester Roads During First Half Of 2026, City Says

Worcester’s effort to eliminate fatal and serious crashes is entering its second year, with pedestrian safety still an urgent concern.

More Worcester Mosquitoes Test For WNV, Spraying Scheduled

At this time, no human cases were detected, and the city's WNV risk remains moderate.

Worcester Beach Closed After E. Coli Detected

Testing found elevated levels of E. coli bacteria in the water, according to city officials.

Worcester Cafe Receives $250K To Expand Job Training

The business offers vocational training for residents and graduates of the recovery program Hector Reyes House.

Indian Lake Closed After Cyanobacteria Exceeds Health Threshold

Testing results showed cyanobacteria densities above the state’s recreational public health threshold.

Worcester Community Remembers Civic Leader Bob Kennedy

Kennedy spent 12 years leading the historic downtown concert venue Mechanics Hall.

Whitney Houston’s ‘The Bodyguard’ Musical Coming To Worcester

A romantic thriller featuring some of Whitney Houston’s best-known songs is coming to the city.

Beloved Central MA Bar Saved From Closure After Sale

Halligan's Bar will stay open after all, as its owners announced plans to close last month.

UMass Chan Receives State Funding For Pregnancy Care, Cancer Research

The medical school in Worcester has recieved state funding to address gaps in pregnancy care and support new biomedical discoveries.

Worcester Color The City Festival Returns For Sixth Year

The city festival will return to Worcester Common, featuring youth-led art, performances, and activities.

UMass Memorial Receives $250K For 24 New Patient Rooms

The rooms are expected to open in summer 2027.

New Worcester Opportunity Center Reaches Topping-Off Stage

The center is being built as part of Phase 2 of The Phoenix at Curtis redevelopment.

Worcester EMS Looks To Fill Several Paramedic Jobs

Worcester EMS is looking to add several new paramedics to its ranks.

Third Worcester Mosquito Sample Positive For West Nile Virus

Worcester's West Nile virus risk level was raised to moderate.

Thousands Of Riders Prepare For Pan-Mass Challenge From New Start Line In Worcester

"Worcester is kind of nice. We're really enjoying being up on the hill," said Ken McLean of Landry's Bicycles. "There's a nice breeze."

Worcester Seeks Input On Citywide Fiber Broadband Network

Worcester officials are exploring how a citywide fiber network could expand internet access for residents and organizations.

Worcester College Alum Helps Build Spacesuit Components For Artemis II Mission

A change in college for a Quinsigamond Community College alumnus put him on a path to support a mission around the moon.

2 Men Face Cocaine, Fentanyl Trafficking Charges In Worcester

Detectives found crack cocaine, fentanyl and other drug paraphernalia, according to police.

Worcester Man Facing Gun, Drug Charges After Incident At Winslow Park

Police said they found a loaded ghost gun and suspected fentanyl in an open backpack near him.

Worcester's Coes Reservoir Reopens, Preventative Treatment Closure Planned Monday

Coes Reservoir is open again following a cyanobacteria-related closure.

Worcester Teen Charged In July 4 Shots Fired Incident In Framingham

Investigators recovered an illegally possessed AK-style rifle, six large-capacity magazines, and numerous rounds of ammunition, police said.

City Of Worcester Hiring For More Than 3 Dozen Jobs

Worcester is hiring for positions across several municipal departments.

Worcester Bar Named Among Best In U.S. By USA TODAY

A Green Street bar was one of three bars in the Bay State to make the list.