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Worcester
Wednesday, January 7th, 2026
Good morning, Worcester. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 7th of January.
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ UMass Chan’s Job Dekker and the 4D Nucleome Consortium have mapped the 3-D folding of the human genome and identified 140,000 looping interactions in embryonic stem cells and fibroblasts, offering the most detailed view of the living genome to date (funded by NIH Common Fund). UMass Chan Medical School
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Dr. Chintan Patel of Saint Vincent Hospital said the new Northborough urology office opened recently to offer preventive care and screening. He explained that patients can reduce risks by adopting healthy habits and staying current on tests for common issues (BPH, kidney stones, and prostate cancer). Radio Worcester
- ➤ State health officials reported three pediatric flu deaths this season, including one child who died Dec. 21 to 27. Hospitals treated thousands ill with flu and related viruses — officials urged residents to get free flu vaccines. Telegram & Gazette
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Tommy Cassell highlighted last week's top boys' basketball plays for community voting—Doherty's Hezakai Brown earned 12,629 votes out of more than 28,000 submissions to be named Player of the Week. Area coaches are encouraged to report game results via the sports desk. 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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TODAY'S FOOD FOR THOUGHT
Knowledge speaks, but wisdom listens.
~ Jimi Hendrix
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