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Saturday, March 22nd, 2025
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Good morning, Worcester. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 22nd of March.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Thomas Jolly worked at Worcester Wire Works and led the Heard Street District Area Improvement Society to fix parks and help rebuild the old Heard Street Bridge. He was honored in 1983 when the bridge was renamed the Thomas A. Jolly Bridge—his efforts helped create a local baseball complex and community events that people still remember. Telegram & Gazette
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ A decade after leaving city jobs, Allie and Jake Catlin took over a family dairy farm in Winchendon that makes cheddar, gouda and havarti cheese from scratch. They now sell their cheeses nationwide — the farm stand also offers local foods, and the Catlins plan to add ice cream and outdoor picnics soon. MassLive
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Police arrested Andrew Toney, 40, on March 19 after a caller reported seeing a man with a gun near King Street and Main Street—officers found a loaded revolver in his fanny pack when he became upset and detained him, and he now faces charges for carrying a loaded firearm without a license, for having a firearm without an FID card, and for having ammunition without an FID card. This Week In Worcester
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Helen Knowlton, a Littleton native who studied under William Morris Hunt, painted the museum’s first acquisition—an oil portrait of Hunt that shows his quiet wisdom. She also helped other women learn art and is honored in Worcester and Needham. Telegram & Gazette
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Worcester Public Schools and Quinsigamond Community College announced a new partnership on March 20 that guarantees all WPS graduates (class of 2025 and beyond) college acceptance. Qualifying students will also be eligible to attend tuition-free through the MassEducate program (a Commonwealth initiative), providing a clear path to higher education for local scholars. This Week In Worcester
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Resident Nathalie Gibson filed a public petition asking the School Committee to enforce a noise ordinance that limits excessive honking by school buses, which has disturbed residents on Fourth Street. The committee voted to file the petition and referred it to a standing committee for further discussion. Telegram & Gazette
- ➤ Massachusetts may legalize online casino gaming with the proposed Internet Gaming Act. The bill—introduced in January by Senator Paul Feeney and Representative Daniel Cahill—would let local casinos team with online operators to offer new licenses, boost jobs, and raise tax revenue. This Week In Worcester
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ The CDC said that 301 measles cases were confirmed in 15 areas as of March 13th — though no cases have affected Massachusetts so far. The agency advises healthcare workers born before 1957 and older children and adults without proof of immunity to get a booster shot— especially if they live in outbreak zones. Telegram & Gazette
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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.
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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.
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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.
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On-Site Tour of Senior Living Awards
9 AM - 7 PM | The Overlook | Free entry | Explore a premier senior living community celebrated for its exceptional care and engaging activities.
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NEWWA Spring Conference and Exhibition
6 PM – 6 PM — DCU Center — Registration fee applies — Connect with 3,000 industry professionals at this premier water works event.
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MAAPS School Conference for Special Education Professionals
9 AM – 12 PM — DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Boston - Westborough — $50 early bird; $75 after March 1 — A professional conference connecting school representatives with admissions teams from over 50 special education schools.
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Sonic Bomb Live Concert
8 PM – 2 AM — Ralph's Diner — 21+ entry — A night of electrifying performances featuring Sonic Bomb, Inverter, and Tree at a historic venue.
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Clue - A New Comedy
6:30-8 p.m. — The Hanover Theatre and Conservatory for the Performing Arts — Cost info not available — Unravel the mystery of murder in this comedic twist on a classic tale.
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Come From Away
8 PM — The Hanover Theatre and Conservatory for the Performing Arts — Ticket prices vary — Experience a musical that celebrates human connection in the face of adversity.
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Yoga at Van Gogh: The Immersive Experience
8:30-9:30 a.m. — Mercantile Center Garage — Ticket prices vary — Experience yoga amidst Van Gogh's masterpieces in a tranquil, immersive setting.
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