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Worcester
Saturday, March 21st, 2026
Good morning, Worcester. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 21st of March.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ City officials condemned racist social media posts aimed at South High girls basketball players following a game against Andover High. Councilor King, Mayor Petty, and Superintendent Allen stressed that hate distracts from the players' achievements and vowed to support the affected students. This Week In Worcester
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Tattoo artist Ben Willis brightened Worcester's Greendale neighborhood as he painted free custom murals on local businesses including Jerry’s Hardware (a longtime community fixture) to honor his hometown, and he will next exhibit at the New England Tattoo Convention in Connecticut in April. Telegram & Gazette
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ On March 20, Obi Okereke and Karen Ghobrial joined 172 UMass Chan Medical School students on Match Day as they received their residency placements. The BaccMD program (from Worcester State and Framingham State) helped guide their journey into medicine. UMass Chan Medical School
- ➤ The Sutton twins Jason and Ryan Kauper learned their residency matches on Friday, March 20; Jason matched with UMass Chan for internal medicine in Worcester while his brother Ryan matched with Creighton University for anesthesiology, affirming their long-pursued medical careers. Telegram & Gazette
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ The Red Sox have set key decisions for Opening Day as Alex Cora names Caleb Durbin as starting third baseman and sends Nick Sogard to Triple-A (Worcester), clearing the way for further roster moves. With rotation, bullpen spots, and the backup catcher position still in question, a trade for Masataka Yoshida remains under consideration. MassLive
- ➤ On Friday, Mar. 20, Holy Cross ended its NCAA Tournament run with an 83-48 loss to Michigan at the Wolverines’ home arena+ the Crusaders finished a season highlighted by a Patriot League Tournament win and strong senior performances. Telegram & Gazette
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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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Peppa Pig: My First Concert
6-9 p.m. — Hanover Theatre and Conservatory for the Performing Arts — Check for ticket information — A delightful musical experience for young fans of Peppa Pig.
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Annual Easter Egg Hunt
10 AM – 1 PM — Waters Farm — Registration required — Enjoy a fun-filled day with egg hunts, games, and local vendors at Waters Farm.
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Ringling Bros. and Barnum & Bailey Circus
11 AM – 3 PM — DCU Center — Tickets required — Experience the ultimate family fun at this thrilling circus extravaganza.
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Who Is Eartha Mae?
2-5 p.m. — The Hanover Theatre and Conservatory for the Performing Arts — Ticket prices vary — Experience a live performance from Eartha Mae at a renowned Worcester venue.
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Bingo Mingle
6:30-8:30 p.m. — Courthouse Brew Co — Free entry — A lively evening of Bingo filled with laughs and opportunities to meet new people.
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~ James Clear
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