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Worcester
Sunday, May 3rd, 2026
Good morning, Worcester. Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 3rd of May.
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Brian Nelson's Laurel cartoon shows a local girl touring Worcester's famed seven hills in a playful retelling of the city's history. The piece, published May 2, highlights Worcester's unique cultural heritage. Telegram & Gazette
- ➤ Six Flags New England in Agawam began in 1870 as Riverside Park and has grown into a historic amusement destination. The park is open on weekends during Memorial Day week and will resume daily operations in June & offers a mix of classic rides and modern attractions. Telegram & Gazette
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ On Saturday, May 2, 391 graduates received degrees at the DCU Center as Nichols College kicked off its graduation season - the ceremony featured speeches by IT entrepreneur Delcie D. Bean IV and inspiring graduates who celebrated hard work and sacrifice for a bright future. Telegram & Gazette
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Reverend Peyton's Big Damn Band Concert
8-11 p.m. — Off The Rails — $ — Experience an energetic performance by the three-time BMA nominees.
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Scranton Wilkes Barre RailRiders vs. Worcester Red Sox
6:05-7:05 p.m. — Polar Park — Ticket prices vary — Catch the exciting Minor League Baseball action as the RailRiders take on the Red Sox.
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Dance Theatre of Harlem Performance
7:30-10:30 p.m. — The Hanover Theatre and Conservatory for the Performing Arts — Ticket prices vary — Experience a captivating ballet performance featuring imaginative choreography and diverse music.
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Kreator Live Performance
7:30-9 p.m. — Palladium — Ticket prices vary — Experience the legendary metal band Kreator and their evolving sound live on stage.
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Wage War Concert
7:30-9 p.m. — Palladium — Ticket prices vary — Experience Wage War's dynamic blend of heavy technicality and memorable melodies live.
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Black Veil Brides Concert
6:30-8:00 p.m. — Palladium — Tickets available — Experience Black Veil Brides' electrifying hard rock performance in Worcester.
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Manufacturing Your Future: Power of Change
8 AM — DCU Center — Free – $350 — Explore the momentum transforming manufacturing with insights from industry leaders and experts.
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