Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 14th of May.
Good morning, Worcester.
🏘️ Community
Worcester resident Wilson Lam used performance art at City Council on May 5 to highlight pothole issues that have led to costly repairs and near accidents — he said he plans to return weekly and may run for mayor in 2028.
Market on Exchange begins its second season this Sunday, May 17, from 11 AM to 2 PM on Exchange Street between Main and Commercial.
The market features local farms, bakers, food trucks + live music, craft beer and family-friendly activities, and introduces a new SNAP Match Program.
The Esler Family Foundation donated $350K to the Boys & Girls Club to fund mental and behavioral health programs and launch a long term partnership.
The club will name its new mental health office The Kindness Space to expand services like mentoring and counseling.
Central Mass. Grown (a coalition of local farmers) updated a guide on outdoor farmers markets with schedules running from May through October.
The list includes the Thursday market at Burncoat Center for Arts and Wellness and other regular events in Worcester and nearby towns.
💼 Business
Danielle O’Neal (Senior VP of Life Sciences at Banc of California) explained on Aux Talks that life sciences startups face a challenging fundraising market today due to a slow IPO market and limited investor liquidity; she urged founders to build strong advisory boards to strengthen their pitches, with the discussion recorded in Worcester.
🎭 Culture
Worcester State launched its first Artist-in-Residence program by naming local music legend Kaz Supernova.
His residency began in April with a screening of Wortown Rising and a follow-up discussion that brought together local students and community partners.
🎓 Education
Six Worcester State students won Library Research Awards on April 22 for their research and creative work on campus.
The awards include an Oral Presentation Award for Alyssa Bedard + five $500 poster awards for projects ranging from AI to anticancer research.
🌲 Environment
Researchers report that treatment methods for beech leaf disease (caused by a nematode affecting European and American beeches) are showing promise for preserving tree health in Massachusetts forests.
The treatments include professional fungicide injections and a bark spray available for homeowners but need regular application.
Worcester's Green Worcester Plan makes progress with a zero-waste master plan finishing by June and phase two of a stormwater plan to reduce floods, though officials say cutting building emissions remains a challenge (solar projects and tree plantings show gains) amid conflicting policies.
🏥 Health
On May 13, Nipmuc and St. Paul softball teams hosted a Fight Like A Kid fundraiser behind Nipmuc Regional High School to support Dudley teen David Breault as he fights brain cancer.
The game raised funds for his treatment and united the community.
On April 3, a fox attacked a woman and her niece on Henrietta Street in the Vernon Hill neighborhood, and both received rabies treatment after the animal tested positive (local animal control responded promptly and cleared a nearby wooded area).
📰 Real Estate
Developer Dino Lorusso purchased a Canal District property for $2.9M and will add housing — a restaurant to boost local growth, reflecting his long-term investment in the neighborhood.
🎉 Worcester Events
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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.
Black Veil Brides Concert
6:30-8:00 p.m. — Palladium — Tickets available — Experience Black Veil Brides' electrifying hard rock performance in Worcester.
Manufacturing Your Future: Power of Change
8 AM — DCU Center — Free – $350 — Explore the momentum transforming manufacturing with insights from industry leaders and experts.
2026 Spring SNCA BJJ In-House Kids Championship
Time TBA — Worcester Massachusetts — Entry fees may apply — Experience exciting Gi divisions for kids of all ages and skill levels in a safe, competitive environment.
Healthcare and Human Services Job Fair
10 AM – 12 PM — MassHire Worcester Career Center — Free entry — Connect with top employers hiring in the healthcare and human services sectors.
The Deloreans Concert at Firefly's BBQ
9-11 p.m. — Firefly's BBQ — $5 Cover — Enjoy a night of brass-kickin' Rock and Soul from the 70s and 80s with The Deloreans.
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