Good morning, Worcester.

Ashburnham resident and Oakmont Regional High School senior Travis Teixeira died after a March 21 car crash when his vehicle left Rte.

2 and landed on Nashua Street in Leominster, and his funeral is set for Saturday, March 28 at the Wright-Roy Funeral Home.

Vivienne Coastal Mediterranean will reopen Thursday at 446 Main St after a six-month closure from a faulty wine refrigerator fire that damaged the space.

The restaurant will serve dinner Wednesday through Sunday and plans to add lunch service later.

Indian grocery chain Apna Bazar Farmers Market will open in June at the former Stop & Shop on Route 9 in Shrewsbury, offering Indian, Southeast Asian, and Latin American groceries alongside standard fare.

Owner Romy Selhi said the 70,000 sqft store will update its interior while keeping the structure unchanged.

Worcester Public Schools hosted their first forum on March 23 at South High to explain a school realignment, with more community meetings scheduled in April and May to gather feedback ahead of a November vote.

The changes will focus on district boundaries, transportation, and capacity for the 2027-28 school year.

WPI has named Jeffrey Bardzell as the new Peterson Family Dean of Arts and Sciences, effective May 26.

Bardzell (formerly vice provost for artificial intelligence at UNC) will lead seven departments while advancing interdisciplinary research and curriculum growth.

Worcester-based autism services provider Behavioral Concepts opened its sixth learning center in Sturbridge, offering ABA therapy to children (ages 1-12), parent education and early intervention since March 16.

The center also enrolls children in its preschool-readiness program for ages 3-5, serving families from nearby towns.

UMass Chan junior faculty Silvia Galván Peña (studying how early gut changes may trigger autoimmune disease) and Jin Zhang (exploring diet effects on childhood obesity) are two recipients of a two-year, $200K Hood Foundation Award that will support child health research at the school.

High school girls lacrosse players known for their strong play in Central Mass will compete this spring in several regional tournaments; local coaches and fans say the season will be exciting.

Bruins prospect James Hagens (a 2025 first-round pick from Boston College) signed an AHL tryout and joined his first Providence Bruins practice yesterday, and he will debut today at the MassMutual Center against the Springfield Thunderbirds.

Connelly Early, a 23-year-old lefty, earned a spot on the Opening Day roster and will start the third game on Sunday afternoon in Cincinnati.

He impressed in spring training with a 1.59 ERA over five appearances + was chosen over veteran Johan Oviedo.

On Friday at Polar Park, Opening Day will feature the RoyalWoo Bank program that lets season ticket holders convert unused tickets into credits for upgrades while the upgraded Hanover Deck offers a $49 package with seat and two‑hour buffet.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

Ringling Bros. and Barnum & Bailey Circus

11 AM – 3 PM — DCU Center — Tickets required — Experience the ultimate family fun at this thrilling circus extravaganza.

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.

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.

The Living Tombstone Concert

8-11 p.m. — Palladium — $85-143 — Experience the energetic sounds of The Living Tombstone live in Worcester's iconic venue.