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Worcester
Monday, April 14th, 2025
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Good morning, Worcester. Here's your local news at a glance for Monday, the 14th of April.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Hot Dog Annie's in Leicester has served hot dogs since the 1940s and remains a favorite lunch spot for families and school groups on Route 56. The stand was originally called the Silver Grille and earned its nickname after a fire (a turning point in its history) and continues to draw loyal locals despite rising prices. Telegram & Gazette
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ FedEx will close its Century Drive shipping facility in West Boylston in June and 78 workers will be affected while Ground Round in Shrewsbury will open on April 30 with a new team of 30. Charter will move its 174-employee call center from 95 Higgins St by June 26 while the state took control of Boston Market at 14 Park Ave for unpaid taxes—Colvest Group plans to build a Chipotle at 105 Stafford St near other businesses. Telegram & Gazette
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ A Spencer woman pleaded guilty on April 11 in Worcester federal court to fraudulently obtaining nearly $42,000 in Social Security benefits for a deceased beneficiary from 2006 to 2021 — she faces sentencing on July 23 with a possible 30-year prison term. Telegram & Gazette
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ UMass Chan MD/PhD student Ayush Kumar, who grew up in Worcester, won the AMA Research Challenge in February for his study on increasing radio sensitivity in triple negative breast cancer by targeting a specific cell surface protein. He credited nearly four years in Dr. Mercurio's lab (which prepared him to excel among over 1,330 submissions) for his success. UMass Chan Medical School
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Leominster senior Dominic Carr chose Northeastern for its strong academics and will finish his lacrosse season with the Blue Devils before starting college in the fall. He said he will try out for Northeastern's club team and aims to help his team reach the state tournament. Telegram & Gazette
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Worcester Organ Performance Series: Salvatore Pronestì
12-1 p.m. — Mechanics Hall — Free admission — Experience the artistry of acclaimed Italian organist Salvatore Pronestì on The Worcester Organ.
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1964 The Tribute
7:00-8:30 p.m. — The Hanover Theatre and Conservatory for the Performing Arts — Ticket prices vary — Experience a Beatles' concert like it was back in the day.
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Spring Spectacular Egg Hunt 2025
9-10 a.m. — Berlin Farms — Ticket required — A delightful egg hunt and family fun await with games, crafts, and visits with the Easter Bunny.
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Joe Samba Live Concert
4-8 p.m. — Off The Rails — Tickets from $37.71 — Enjoy an evening of music with Joe Samba at Worcester's vibrant venue.
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Poetorium Too at TidePool Bookshop
5-7 p.m. — TidePool Bookshop — Free entry — Enjoy an evening of poetry featuring three local poets and an open mic session.
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The Awesome 80’s Prom featuring Debbie Gibson
7 PM – 2 AM — Mechanics Hall — $45+ — Experience a monumental throwback party with live music and special guest Debbie Gibson!
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Toledo Mud Hens at Worcester Red Sox
4:05-8:05 p.m. — Polar Park — Ticket prices vary — Catch the exciting showdown between the Toledo Mud Hens and Worcester Red Sox.
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Through the Listening Glass
4:00 – 5:30 PM — Museum of Worcester — Cost info not provided — Escape with the ethereal, other-worldly sound of the Glass Armonica.
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Judy Collins Concert
7:30-9 p.m. — The Hanover Theatre and Conservatory for the Performing Arts — Ticket prices vary — Experience the stunning voice of Grammy award-winner Judy Collins as she performs timeless folk classics.
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Lunch & Learn: HR Essentials for Startups
12:00 – 1:30 PM — WorcLab Incubator & Coworking space — Free — Gain essential HR insights tailored for startups in an interactive session.
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