Good morning, Worcester.

Brian Nelson’s Laurel cartoon featured local talent—Worcester native journalist and children’s author Margaret Getchell—in a showcase that highlighted her creative work.

The piece was published Jan. 10 at 3:16 p.m.

Today, a local letter praised Worcester Tech for its creative work in repairing school bathrooms—students and administration joined forces to address long-standing issues while inspiring future pride in the school.

A Worcester-based six-week financial literacy class helped neurodivergent adults learn skills like check writing and speaking with bank tellers.

The program ended Thursday at Workers Credit Union’s Grove Street branch, and new sessions are planned later this year (building independence for local residents).

State officials confirmed that laws passed in November now let families access patient records from Worcester’s historic state mental hospital.

The clock tower, one of three remaining buildings on the site built in 1833, now stands as a memorial to a legacy of evolving care for mental health.

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.

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.

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.

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.