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Friday, May 2nd, 2025
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Good morning, Worcester. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 2nd of May.
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ Maverick Westcott, an 18 year old from Milford with mental health struggles and known to self medicate with alcohol, died in a single car crash in Northbridge on April 14 — authorities said speeding, alcohol and reckless driving were factors and his family hopes his story will warn other teenagers from impaired driving. Telegram & Gazette
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Auburn police arrested a woman linked to the stabbings at the Comfort Inn on Southbridge Street (426 Southbridge St.) after a car chase on Interstate 495 ended in Bellingham and confirmed that two victims were treated for minor puncture wounds. Telegram & Gazette
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ The Discover Central MA Podcast visited Dashboard Diner in Spencer and El Sombrero Taqueria in Marlboro and Worcester to showcase fresh, homemade food and a family atmosphere—hosts and restaurant owners explained seasonal menus and authentic recipes at each spot. Radio Worcester
- ➤ The 3rd National Baseball Poetry Festival was held at Polar Park from April 2–4 in Worcester, featuring contests, readings, and events with entries from 37 states. Radio Worcester
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ The Worcester School Committee named Deputy Superintendent Brian Allen as the new superintendent of Worcester Public Schools and he will take over on July 1 when current superintendent Rachel Monárrez resigns (she announced her resignation on April 17). MassLive
- ➤ Worcester Public Schools received approval from the Massachusetts Building Authority for a feasibility study—a required first step toward planning a new Burncoat High School. The study, approved on April 30, will guide decisions on expanding academic and career technical education and whether the new facility serves grades nine through 12 or also includes seventh and eighth. This Week In Worcester
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ At a city council meeting on April 29, Worcester Police Chief Paul Saucier said that some parts of the DOJ report were true and that his department will seek certification from the Massachusetts Police Accreditation Commission — a step to boost accountability. City Manager Eric Batista confirmed that the city record matches several parts of the report during discussions on police reforms. This Week In Worcester
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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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Northeast Section IFT Food Industry Expo
Various times — DCU Center — Entry ticket fees apply — Check out the latest innovations in the food industry at this major expo.
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CoComelon: Sing-A-Long
4-6 p.m. — The Hanover Theatre and Conservatory for the Performing Arts — Tickets required — Experience a lively Broadway-style production featuring favorite sing-along songs from CoComelon.
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Conservatory Spring Reflection 2025
1-2:30 p.m. — The Hanover Theatre and Conservatory for the Performing Arts — Free entry — Celebrate the beauty of spring in an engaging performance reflecting nature's renewal.
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Nekrogoblikon Concert
6-10 p.m. — Palladium — Ticket prices vary — Experience the unique sound of Nekrogoblikon as they bring their high-energy performance to Worcester.
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Monthly Craft, Color, and Chat
11:30 a.m. – 2:30 p.m. — Morse Institute Library — Free entry — Enjoy crafts and connect with an accepting community for socializing and support.
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Immersive Van Gogh Exhibit
3:30 a.m. — The Mercantile — Cheap tickets available — Experience the stunning artistry of Van Gogh in an immersive setting.
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