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Worcester
Wednesday, April 15th, 2026
Good morning, Worcester. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 15th of April.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Monday night at Rochdale Pond off Stafford Street, fire crews and a dive team located a submerged 1982 Volkswagen pickup after a fisherman’s sonar detected a vehicle 14 feet below the surface; officials confirmed no occupants and said police will remove the dumped vehicle. Telegram & Gazette
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ A vacant storefront on 34 Green St. in the Canal District shows signs of a new start as a 'Coming Soon' sign hints at an upcoming bar reopening as The Corner Dive. The business is registered under Corner Dive LLC and lists former Framingham officer Kyle Pursell among its managers. Telegram & Gazette
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Worcester State University and the Museum of Worcester hosted an event on April 9 that honored Robert Goddard’s breakthrough in liquid-fuel rocket technology with a talk by physics professor Andrew Burkhardt, and guests toured a new Goddard exhibit featuring historical artifacts (from the Blumsack collection). Worcester State University
- ➤ Worcester State University holds its 150th Commencement ceremony on Saturday, May 16 at the DCU Center, featuring bestselling author John Elder Robison and senior Abigail Saner ’26, with honorary degrees also awarded to Robison and attorney Michael Angelini in celebration of 150 years of educational service. Worcester State University
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Senior Connection will launch Barber Connect, a mobile barbershop that offers free haircuts + enrollment help for Medicare, SNAP and health screenings for older adults and people with disabilities in 61 towns starting May 1. The service will run from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Wednesday through Friday. Worcester Business Journal
REAL ESTATE NEWS
- ➤ Worcester Redevelopment Authority and Menkiti Group agreed in writing to demolish the former Denholm and McKay store by December if the timeline is met, risking a $150,000 deposit loss. Two mid-rise apartment buildings with 190 units will be built within a year after demolition at 484-500 Main St. Telegram & Gazette
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Hundreds of runners from central Massachusetts will compete in the 130th Boston Marathon on Monday, Apr. 20, as the race stretches from Hopkinton to Boston (including participants from Worcester and nearby towns). Telegram & Gazette
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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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Des Rocs Concert
7-8:30 p.m. — Palladium — Ticket prices vary — Experience the gritty, infectious rock sound of New York City singer-songwriter Des Rocs.
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Dog Man - The Musical
6-9 p.m. — The Hanover Theatre and Conservatory for the Performing Arts — Tickets available — Enjoy a delightful theatrical experience with Dog Man brought to life in this exciting musical.
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Bat Out of Hell
7:30-10:30 p.m. — The Hanover Theatre and Conservatory for the Performing Arts — Ticket info available — Experience the iconic rock musical inspired by Jim Steinman's music.
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Jay Webb Concert
7-11 p.m. — Palladium — Cost TBD — Country artist Jay Webb delivers heartfelt songs reflecting his Southern roots.
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2026 Latin American Business Expo
12-4 p.m. — DCU Center — Free entry — Explore a vibrant fusion of business, culture, and opportunities at the Latin American Business Expo.
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Worcester Princess Day
10 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. — AC Hotel Worcester — Ticket required — Experience a magical day with princesses featuring photos, songs, crafts, and games.
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PCB EAST Conference & Exhibition
April 28 - May 1 — DCU Center — Registration details to be confirmed — A key event for the electronics industry featuring networking, presentations, and exhibits from top companies.
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