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Good morning, Worcester. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 28th of February.

COMMUNITY NEWS

  • Thrive announces its signature event, A Prom for All Ages, will be held at Polar Park on June 12th, highlighting their vocational services and partnership opportunities for local businesses.  Radio Worcester
  • The Worcester Public Library's 'March Meowness' cat-themed event returns to increase community engagement and raise funds for summer programming through cat picture donations.  This Week In Worcester

CRIME NEWS

  • Worcester police seek public assistance in locating missing mother, Amanda Collins, and her 18-month-old daughter, Liyana, who might be in danger.  Telegram & Gazette
  • A Worcester County jury convicted a man of first-degree murder in the 2020 death of Darren Dyette in Worcester, with a co-defendant also facing charges.  This Week in Worcester

GOVERNMENT NEWS

  • Worcester City Councilor Khrystian King, the council's only Black member, announced his mayoral candidacy, emphasizing unity and productivity over division.  MassLive

HEALTH NEWS

  • Amie Shei, recognized as one of USA TODAY’s Women of the Year, has significantly impacted public health through her leadership at the Health Foundation of Central Massachusetts, focusing on the holistic improvement of community health.  Telegram & Gazette

EVENTS

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  • Ian Bostridge in Concert with Julius Drake

    Acclaimed British tenor Ian Bostridge performs a lieder recital featuring the poetry of Shakespeare set to music by composers including Schubert and Britten, accompanied by pianist Julius Drake.

    Sun, 3/2/25

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  • Worcester Spring Home Show 2025

    The Worcester Spring Home Show at the DCU Center offers homeowners and renovation enthusiasts a chance to explore the latest in home improvement trends and connect with exhibitors like Interlock Metal Roofing.

    Fri, 3/7/25

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  • Sean Magwire Live Performance

    Sean Magwire will be performing live at the Tree House Brewing Company in Charlton, MA.

    Sat, 3/8/25

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  • Academy of St Martin in the Fields Concert featuring Bruce Liu on Piano

    The Academy of St Martin in the Fields, a renowned chamber orchestra, will perform works by Shostakovich, Haydn, and Copland with celebrated pianist Bruce Liu at Mechanics Hall.

    Sun, 3/9/25

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  • Acres Live in Concert

    Experience a live performance by Acres at the Palladium in Worcester.

    Fri, 3/14/25

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  • Guinness Celtic 5K Race

    The Guinness Celtic 5K is a lively Irish-themed race held in Worcester, MA, welcoming both runners and walkers before the St. Patrick's Day Parade.

    Sun, 3/16/25

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  • Sesame Street Live: An All-Singing, All-Dancing Spectacular

    The beloved characters from Sesame Street, including Cookie Monster and Elmo, perform in a vibrant live show filled with music and dance.

    Wed, 3/19/25

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  • Stick to Your Guns Concert

    Stick to Your Guns will perform live at the Palladium, coinciding with the release of their new album KEEP PLANTING FLOWERS.

    Sun, 3/23/25

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  • Party101 Featuring DJ Matt Bennett

    The Party101 event with DJ Matt Bennett will take place at the Palladium in Worcester, MA, offering an evening of music and entertainment.

    Thu, 3/27/25

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  • Troy Mercy Concert

    1-5 p.m. — Starlite Gallery — BBQ available — Experience the bold sounds of the Boston duo TROY & HADLEY as they bring their 21st Century Brave New Blues to Southbridge.

    Sat, 3/29/25

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