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Worcester
Tuesday, May 5th, 2026
Good morning, Worcester. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 5th of May.
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ bb.q chicken will open its second Worcester restaurant at 104 Shrewsbury St. in June—renovations are underway at the former Brew City spot now displaying banners and hiring staff, with the franchise already obtaining required licenses. Telegram & Gazette
- ➤ A Worcester construction firm acquired Faneuil Hall’s roofer (a company founded in 1947 that specializes in slate and copper roofing), adding decades of local expertise to its portfolio. Worcester Business Journal
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Hingham resident Kerry Christopherson found an old portrait in Braintree that carries the name Audrey M. Paquin, with local records linking her to Worcester through a 1947 graduation mention and a 1948 accident (further details may be shared via email). Telegram & Gazette
- ➤ A play from Hanover Theatre is set to head to Broadway + part of a broader strategy, according to CEO Alan Seiffert. The project will bring Worcester’s creative talent to a national stage. Worcester Business Journal
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ Harrison Klein from Marcus & Millichap says AI will boost Worcester’s economy by leveraging local talent in manufacturing, healthcare, and education. He cautions that small offices will adapt to new tech to drive efficiencies and support local businesses in a competitive market. Worcester Business Journal
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Worcester State University honored over 60 students and two faculty members at its Academic Achievement Awards ceremony on April 23, recognizing academic success and community involvement (with awards highlighting areas such as nursing, computer science, and psychology). Worcester State University
- ➤ Clark University reported a 35% increase in deposits for the incoming Class of 2030 after restructuring its programs and recruiting more students outside New England. The school hosted accepted student days in 21 states and seven countries last spring, a shift aimed at countering declining enrollments. Telegram & Gazette
- ➤ Worcester State University honored six top undergraduates on April 22 with the prestigious Lt. Col. James F. Sheehan Award, recognizing the highest GPA in each class (celebrating outstanding academic performance). The event underscored the university’s commitment to supporting student success. Worcester State University
- ➤ Assumption University is set to absorb Anna Maria College’s nursing program after Anna Maria closes later this year due to financial difficulties. Both schools will submit a merger proposal to the Massachusetts Board of Registration in Nursing (ensuring students can continue their studies uninterrupted). Worcester Business Journal
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Massport is planning a 245-space overflow parking lot at Worcester Regional Airport + the project aims to support an effort to double passenger count and boost travel capacity amid growing demand. Worcester Business Journal
- ➤ Business and political leaders in Central Mass warn that passing rent control could lead to losses as housing costs rise, and early polls show most voters favor the measure & the debate will continue as officials weigh future actions. Worcester Business Journal
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Toloo Taghian, PhD received a five-year, $3.2M grant from the National Institute of Neurological Disorders and Stroke to develop a gene therapy for UBA5 disorder at UMass Chan Medical School in Worcester. The research team submitted a pre-invest package to the FDA last year to pave the way for clinical trials. UMass Chan Medical School
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ The YMCA of Central Mass asked readers to vote for last week’s Hometeam Baseball Player of the Week, and South teammates Marcus Lopez and Gabriel Nivar won with 23,551 votes (from over 50,000 total) after Tommy Cassell curated top performances reported by area coaches. Telegram & Gazette
- ➤ Red Sox senior director of player development Brian Abraham joined Tommy Cassell on Cassell's Corner podcast Monday, May 4 to discuss prospects and his career journey, including his rise from bullpen catcher to farm director. The Worcester native (raised locally) shared memorable moments from his baseball tenure. 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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