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Worcester
Friday, March 27th, 2026
Good morning, Worcester. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 27th of March.
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Today, Market on Brussels (now Market on Exchange) moved to Exchange Street after raising $500K in its inaugural season. The rebranding aims to enhance local offerings in Worcester. Worcester Business Journal
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ A SmartAsset study (using 2024 Census data) shows that households in Massachusetts qualify as middle class when earning between $69,900 and $209,656 annually, making the state top-ranked for this income range. In Boston, households require between $65,194 and $195,582 to meet middle-class standards. Telegram & Gazette
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Fen-Biao Gao, a UMass Chan professor specializing in frontotemporal dementia research, has been named an AAAS fellow for his work in advancing disease understanding; he will join nearly 500 other scientists at the annual Fellows Forum in Washington (May). UMass Chan Medical School
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Massachusetts law allows parking in front of houses on public streets but prohibits parking before driveways and in areas that block safety measures, and vehicles left unattended for over 72 hours may be tagged and towed by local officials. Telegram & Gazette
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Saint Vincent Hospital has named a former Steward Health Care executive as its chief nursing officer — filling a role that had been vacant nearly a year after Denise Kvapil left in February 2025. Worcester Business Journal
REAL ESTATE NEWS
- ➤ Worcester’s Westview Apartment complex and adjacent commercial space sold for $12M. The property features 42 residential units and 10 commercial units including a Subway and Route 12 Cafe (per Google Maps). Worcester Business Journal
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ The WooSox open their sixth season today at Polar Park when they host the Syracuse Mets at 4:05 p.m.—former Red Sox pitcher Roger Clemens will toss the ceremonial first pitch as fans enjoy new ballpark renovations. Telegram & Gazette
- ➤ Worcester officials announced that the city will host nine watch parties on Worcester Common as part of a $10M state grant provided by Gov. Healey to support FIFA World Cup festivities. The events will allow local residents to gather for match days and back nearby businesses. Telegram & Gazette
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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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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.
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Alton Brown's Culinary Variety Show
7:30-9:30 p.m. — The Hanover Theatre and Conservatory for the Performing Arts — Check venue for pricing — A night of cooking, comedy, music, and science with Alton Brown.
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Adirondack Thunder at Worcester Railers
11:05 a.m. — Worcester Railers HC — Check for ticket prices — Watch thrilling ECHL action as the Railers face off against the Thunder.
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