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Worcester
Monday, March 9th, 2026
Good morning, Worcester. Here's your local news at a glance for Monday, the 9th of March.
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ A local family plans to revive Worcester's oldest theater on Pleasant Street and rebrand it as Woo Theatre to fill a community need for a midsized cinema venue. The planned renovation, expected in the next five years (with donation drives underway), aims to restore the theater’s historic charm. Telegram & Gazette
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Massachusetts broke a College Board record last school year (76% passed statewide) as Worcester County posted a 69% pass rate, with Worcester Public Schools at only 51%. Districts ranged widely, with Tantasqua Regional topping the list at 92%. MassLive
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Health officials reported that an eighth child died from the flu this season, raising the state total to 306 deaths while Worcester's vaccination rate remains low at 30 percent amid moderate flu activity. Telegram & Gazette
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ On Sunday, Mar. 8, 2026, Pope Francis boys hockey clinched a 5-4 semifinal win at Conte Forum at Boston College with Gabe Kolodjay’s hat trick, earning a title game berth for the first time since 2023. They now await the Arlington and Saint John’s winner. MassLive
- ➤ Connor Wong, recovering from a broken hand last season, is favored for the Red Sox backup catcher spot as he works hard in Grapefruit League play with competition from Matt Thaiss and Jason Delay. Thaiss and Delay will begin the season at Worcester (in case an injury occurs). MassLive
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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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NEWWA Spring Conference and Exhibition
8 a.m. – 12 a.m. — DCU Center — Admission costs vary — Connect with 3,000 water works professionals at this key industry event.
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Parsons Dance Company Performance
7:30-10:30 p.m. — Hanover Theatre and Conservatory for the Performing Arts — Ticket prices vary — Experience the artistry of movement with the renowned Parsons Dance Company.
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