Here's When Worcester Pools, Beaches Open For 2026 Summer Season

The city announced when its pools, beaches, and spray parks will open for the summer season.

Worcester Railers Announce New Affiliate After 8 Seasons With New York Islanders

The team announced it reached an affiliation agreement with an NHL and an AHL team on Saturday.

2 Worcester Nonprofits Awarded Sincere Foundation Grants

Two Worcester nonprofits are among 17 Massachusetts organizations awarded new grants from the foundation.

Worcester To Honor Doug Hannam With Renaming Of Mayfield Street Portion

The city will rename a portion of Mayfield Street to honor the longtime local Little League leader and community volunteer.

Worcester Man Accused Of Fentanyl Trafficking After High-Speed Pursuit, Crash

Police said he led officers on a high-speed pursuit early Wednesday morning before crashing and attempting to flee on foot.

Worcester Man Pleads Guilty In Visa Fraud Scheme Using Staged Robberies

Federal prosecutors said he paid to participate as a victim in a staged armed robbery designed to support a fraudulent U visa application.

Invasive Aquatic Plant Treatment Set For Coes Reservoir In Worcester

The northern section of Coes Reservoir will be treated as part of an effort to control an invasive aquatic plant.

Children At Boys & Girls Club Of Worcester Get Free Tickets To England-Ghana World Cup Match

The ticket announcement came from Massachusetts Governor Maura Healey.

Worcester County Sobriety Checkpoint Planned This Weekend

A sobriety checkpoint will be held somewhere in Worcester County this weekend.

$1M Lottery Prize Sold In Worcester

A Massachusetts Lottery player who bought a ticket in Worcester has claimed a massive prize.

Auburn Man Indicted For Murder In Death Of 7-Year-Old

An Auburn man has been indicted on a murder charge in connection with the death of a child who was severely injured more than a decade ago.

Free Bus Service To Worcester Airport Extended

Travelers flying through Worcester Regional Airport will be able to keep using a free WRTA bus connection for another year.

Nashua River Brewers Festival Celebrates 'Last Call' In Fitchburg This Weekend

The 16th Nashua River Brewers Festival is Saturday at Fitchburg's Riverfront Park with 2 dozen brewers, live music and food trucks.

Two Men Charged In Worcester After Police Recover Loaded Guns

Two men are facing firearm charges after Worcester police said officers recovered loaded handguns near a park.

New Veterans Food Pantry Opens In Worcester

A Worcester nonprofit has opened a new food pantry to help veterans and military families access food and support services.

Make Music Day Worcester Returned With Free Citywide Celebration

Make Music Day Worcester returned with a free all-day celebration of live music across the city.

Milford Mosquito Spraying Dates Set For July

Mosquito control crews are scheduled to be in Milford on four dates in July to respond to resident concerns.

Man Convicted Of Killing State Trooper In Auburn Denied Parole

Massachusetts State Trooper George Hanna was killed during a 1983 traffic stop in Auburn.

2 From Worcester Charged Among 15 From MA, NH In Federal Benefit Fraud Sweep

Two people from Worcester were among 15 people charged in a federal benefit fraud sweep announced Thursday.

Worcester Names First Legacy Business Award Winners

The city has named the first 24 businesses selected for its new Legacy Business program.

Worcester LGBTQ+ Leader Honored At State House Pride Awards

A Worcester community leader was among the LGBTQ+ leaders honored at the State House this week.

Shooter Dead, 2 Injured After Shooting At Sturbridge Hotel

Police are investigating a shooting reported early Thursday morning on Haynes Street in Sturbridge.

Taste Of Shrewsbury Street Food Festival Returns To Worcester

A popular Worcester food event returns to Shrewsbury Street this week, offering restaurant samples at a low cost.

Worcester Company To Sponsor Pan-Mass Challenge Bike-A-Thon Start

The Pan-Mass Challenge is the largest single athletic fundraising event in the country.

Longtime Worcester Pub To Close For Good

A longtime pub in Worcester will close for good next month after decades in the city.

Worcester Releases Mobility Action Plan Annual Report

Worcester officials have released a new report tracking the city’s work on transportation safety, access and street improvements.

Man Charged In Connection To Deadly Stabbing In Worcester

A man is facing charges following a stabbing in Worcester that left one person dead and two more injured.

Worcester Replacement Recycling Bins Back In Stock: What To Know

Replacement recycling bins are available again in Worcester after being out of stock.

Worcester Food Justice Nonprofit Breaks Ground On Main South Center

A Worcester nonprofit focused on food access and youth development has broken ground on a Center for Urban Agriculture and Food Security.

Worcester Schools Class Of 2026 Graduates Head To Colleges, Military And Trades

Nearly 2,000 Worcester students are moving on to colleges, military service, trade programs and jobs after the district’s 2026 commencement.

Supplies for Human Trafficking Survivors Stolen in Worcester

Massachusetts nonprofit seeks support after backpacks, gift cards, and emergency resources are stolen

Man Pleads Guilty In Central MA Cocaine Trafficking Case

He pleaded guilty to his role in a drug trafficking organization distributing cocaine in Southbridge, Worcester and surrounding communities.

Large $1M Lottery Prize Sold In Worcester County Store

A massive lottery prize was sold at a Worcester County store this week.

2026 July 4 Fireworks, Events Around Worcester

Your guide to fireworks, parades and other July 4 celebrations of America’s 250th anniversary in and around Worcester.

Worcester Community Honors Late 11-Year-Old Zella Nunez Near Her Former School

Zella and her mother, Chasity Nunez, died after police found them shot inside a parked car in March 2024.

Burncoat School Building Project Community Sessions Set For June

Worcester residents will have two more chances this month to weigh in on the future of the Burncoat school campus.

Worcester School Boundary Plan Presentation Delayed After Public Feedback

WPS has delayed the first public presentation on possible school boundary and quadrant changes following feedback from this spring.

Spectrum Offers One Place to Watch the World’s Biggest Soccer Tournament

With English Coverage from FOX and Spanish Coverage from Telemundo

Free Summer Meals Available For Worcester Kids And Teens

The Worcester Public Schools Summer Eats program is scheduled to run through Aug. 15.

1 Killed, 2 Injured After Stabbing In Worcester

A stabbing on Sunrise Avenue in Worcester on Friday afternoon left one person dead and two others injured.