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Worcester
Monday, January 5th, 2026
Good morning, Worcester. Here's your local news at a glance for Monday, the 5th of January.
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ The Boston Typewriter Orchestra, a group celebrating local typewriter history, will perform a free gig at Arlington Town Hall on Jan. 20 at 6:30 p.m. as it showcases the unique sounds of vintage machines and honors Worcester County’s inventive past. Telegram & Gazette
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ State Sen. Jason Lewis is sponsoring a bill to gradually raise the minimum wage from $15 to at least $20 by 2030; the Joint Committee on Labor and Workforce Development will review it until Mar. 3 so workers may earn more over time. Telegram & Gazette
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The Taylor Party: A Tribute to Taylor Swift
8-10:30 p.m. — Palladium — $ — Dance and sing along to all of Taylor Swift's iconic eras at this electrifying tribute party.
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Bingo Loco - Late Show
5-6:30 p.m. — Palladium — Ticketed event — Experience an interactive bingo party with live music, wild prizes, and high-energy performances.
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The Great Escape - Journey Tribute
8-11 p.m. — Rascals — $18-$25 — Experience the high-energy tribute to Journey that leaves fans eager for more.
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The Warped Tour Band with Dookie and All The Blink Things
8-11 p.m. — Rascals — $20-$27 — Enjoy a night of nostalgia with tribute performances to Green Day and Blink-182.
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