Daily
Worcester
Friday, January 23rd, 2026
Good morning, Worcester. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 23rd of January.
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ The second Chick-fil-A in Worcester is set to open in February at 99 Stafford St. after receiving its business license on Jan. 22 and replacing a closed Walgreens pharmacy, offering a 5,331 sqft space with drive-through service (and a 20-seat patio). Telegram & Gazette
- ➤ Hudson-based pharmaceutical firm Proveris Scientific was acquired by a subsidiary of Investindustrial on Jan. 14, and the company continues operating independently as it prepares for global expansion + enhanced capabilities. Worcester Business Journal
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ The Hanover Theatre Repertory is set to present a punk version of Shakespeare's 'A Midsummer Night's Dream' in a 1980s New York nightclub style at BrickBox Theater, with previews starting Jan. 28 and opening at 7:30 p.m. on Jan. 31 (running through Feb. 14). Telegram & Gazette
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ The EcoTarium will host a free admission day this Saturday, Jan. 24, featuring the USA Luge Norton Challenge. It will also feature a live ARISS contact with an ISS astronaut in spring. Radio Worcester
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Gov. Healey announced on Thursday, Jan. 22 that Worcester’s I-290 bridge over Southbridge Street will be renamed the Bob Cousy Pass in honor of the Celtics legend and local resident. The renaming will honor Cousy’s storied career and his ties to the community. Telegram & Gazette
- ➤ At a Blackstone Valley Chamber of Commerce event on Wednesday, Massport CEO Rich Davey said the agency will invest $100+ million in Worcester Regional Airport for new flights and cargo opportunities, focusing on carriers like JetBlue and Delta. Spectrum News 1
REAL ESTATE NEWS
- ➤ Amazon signed a lease for a 450,000-sqft distribution warehouse in Uxbridge on Jan. 13. Developed by the Boston-based Seyon Group in 2023, the move strengthens Amazon's presence in Central Massachusetts. Worcester Business Journal
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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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A Midsummer Night's Dream
7:30-10:30 p.m. — The Hanover Theatre and Conservatory for the Performing Arts — Ticket prices vary — Experience Shakespeare's enchanting tale of love and magic come to life.
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Be My BBQ Valentine Night with The Deloreans
9-11 p.m. — Firefly's BBQ — $5 Cover — Enjoy a night of brass-kickin' Rock and Soul from the 70s and 80s with The Deloreans.
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Lunar New Year Celebration
10 AM – 5 PM — EcoTarium — Entry fee applies — Celebrate the Lunar New Year with lively performances and engaging educational programs.
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Lunar New Year Celebration
10 AM – 4 PM — Worcester Art Museum — Free admission — Celebrate the Year of the Horse with art, music, dance performances, and activities for all ages.
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Cirque Kalabante
7-9 p.m. — The Hanover Theatre and Conservatory for the Performing Arts — Ticket required — Experience an unforgettable night of thrilling performances with Cirque Kalabante.
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TODAY'S FOOD FOR THOUGHT
People will forget what you said, people will forget what you did, but people will never forget how you made them feel.
~ Carl W. Buehner
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