Good morning, Worcester.

Patriots owner Robert Kraft surprised the LaPorta family with Super Bowl LX tickets to honor fallen officer Stephen LaPorta, who died on Jan.

7. Shannon and her 13-year-old son visited Gillette Stadium on Tuesday expecting a tour and will attend the game on Feb. 8 (a tribute to his service).

Hayes's Retro Records in Uxbridge continues to see a surge in VHS tape and VCR interest as locals rediscover their nostalgic charm — a trend echoed by libraries adding vintage media to their collections.

A storm dropped 22.4 inches of snow on Jan.

26, placing it in the top 10 for two-day storms in Worcester, with past events reaching up to 34.5 inches according to the National Weather Service.

Tuesday, a federal judge halted a stop-work order for the nearly complete Vineyard Wind project (located 15 miles off Martha’s Vineyard) to allow it to continue powering New England while reviews of security risks proceed.

UMass Memorial treated eight patients (aged 50s to 80s) for heart attacks triggered by snow shoveling between Jan.

25 and 26; doctors advise using lighter shovels and taking breaks as more snow is forecast for Jan. 31 to Feb. 1.

Local readers voted for the Hometeam Boys' Basketball Player of the Week after Tommy Cassell highlighted standout performances from last week.

Bartlett's Kyle Boma led with 1,141 votes, surpassing Leicester's Luke Soden.

Worcester State men's hockey announced the '11 Fund to honor Evan Armit, a forward who died last August from melanoma, with funds raised at their Feb.

7 game at Fidelity Bank Worcester Ice Arena + a reception at Bay State Brewing from 5-9 p.m.

On Jan. 27, 2026, Miami Dolphins coach Jeff Hafley credited local mentors Ed Zaloom + Bob Ford during his press conference at WPI, highlighting their influence on his coaching path to the NFL.

He noted that his early experiences in Worcester laid the groundwork for his career.

Hector Johnson, a Quabbin Regional standout who helped Endicott to four straight NCAA Division 3 Tournament appearances, signed a professional contract with the Orlando Pirates of the Indoor Football League (IFL) yesterday.

He is the only Division 3 player on the team’s active roster.

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.

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.

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.

Lunar New Year Celebration

10 AM – 5 PM — EcoTarium — Entry fee applies — Celebrate the Lunar New Year with lively performances and engaging educational programs.

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.

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.

Aaron Diehl Trio Performance

8:00 p.m. — Prior Performing Arts Center — Ticket information not provided — Experience the sophisticated musical blend of jazz and classical with the acclaimed Aaron Diehl Trio.