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Friday, March 6th, 2026
Good morning, Worcester. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 6th of March.
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Vivienne Coastal Mediterranean, which suffered damage from an electrical fire shortly after its grand opening, will reopen on March 26 at its 446 Main St. location (across from City Hall) after restoration efforts neared completion, as announced by Michael Covino of Niche Hospitality Group. Telegram & Gazette
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Poets at Large will host a poetry reading on March 8 at the Rose Room in Webster to celebrate International Women’s Day with readings by Fred Gerhard, Meg Smith, and Karen Warinsky and a free open mic with donations accepted. Telegram & Gazette
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ Following global tension between the U.S. and Iran, Worcester motorists saw gas prices rise with an average of $3.11 per gallon on March 5. Rideshare driver Francisco Ribeiro and others used apps to find cheaper options, with some stations offering rates around $2.99 at a local stop (Al Prime Energy). Telegram & Gazette
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Grafton Middle School’s civics class visited Worcester’s courthouse on March 4 (during National Judicial Outreach month) to watch live cases and learn courtroom processes, as Judge Wrenn and Justice Hillman advised students to embrace challenges and learn from mistakes. Telegram & Gazette
- ➤ WPI began its Goddard Centennial Celebration on March 4 with a campus exhibit featuring original artifacts from Goddard’s time, and the events continue with a panel discussion on March 18 at 5:30 p.m. plus a free concert on April 19 at Mechanics Hall. Worcester Polytechnic Institute
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ WPI researchers used artificial intelligence & brain scans to detect brain changes that predict Alzheimer’s disease with nearly 93% accuracy. Their work may help doctors diagnose it earlier and improve treatment options. Worcester Polytechnic Institute
REAL ESTATE NEWS
- ➤ A proposal to convert office buildings to 44 apartments from 172 to 174 Shrewsbury Street will be reviewed by the planning board on March 11 & some local residents worry the new housing may worsen traffic and parking. MassLive
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Colin Quinn Live
7-9 p.m. — Tuckerman Hall — $49 – $59 — Experience a night of laughter with comedian Colin Quinn as he brings his stand-up show to Worcester.
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Irish Seisiun in Worcester
4-7 p.m. — Hibernian Cultural Center — Free entry — Experience live Irish music and the best craic in the city with musicians welcome to join in.
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Speak Easy Story Night
7:30-11:59 p.m. — Ralph's Diner — $10 — Share your raw and true stories on stage with a guiding theme.
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The Super 70's Rock Show featuring Super Trans AM
8-11 p.m. — Off The Rails — Tickets starting at $30.50 — Experience a nostalgic journey through the iconic rock anthems of the 1970s.
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Mid-Century and Beyond Part II on the Mighty Wurlitzer
2-5 p.m. — The Hanover Theatre and Conservatory for the Performing Arts — Ticketed entry — Experience nostalgic tunes played on the iconic Mighty Wurlitzer organ with Dr. Kleefield.
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Brandenburg Concertos by The Sebastians
8-10 p.m. — Mechanics Hall — Ticket info not provided — Experience Bach's timeless Brandenburg Concertos performed by a renowned early music ensemble.
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Papercut - A Tribute to Linkin Park
7:30-10:30 p.m. — Palladium — Ticket pricing available — Experience the energetic tribute to Linkin Park and relive classic hits.
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NCAA DI Men's Ice Hockey Championship - Worcester Regionals, Session 1
8 PM – 4 AM — DCU Center — Check venue for costs — Experience thrilling NCAA Division I collegiate hockey action.
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Candlelight: A Tribute to Coldplay
8:30-10 p.m. — Mechanics Hall — Ticketed event — Experience the magical music of Coldplay by a string quartet in an enchanting candlelight setting.
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NCAA Division I Men's Ice Hockey Championship - Worcester Regional
8 PM – 4 AM — DCU Center — Ticket prices vary — Experience collegiate hockey excitement as four Division I teams compete for glory.
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