Daily
Worcester
Saturday, May 16th, 2026
Good morning, Worcester. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 16th of May.
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ WPI held its 157th Commencement ceremonies on May 14 and 15 at the DCU Center, awarding nearly 1,200 bachelor’s degrees along with master’s and doctoral degrees. University leaders and speakers including will.i.am and Lisa Barton urged graduates to lead with innovation (highlighting creativity and ethical leadership). Worcester Polytechnic Institute
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Governor Healey recently launched the Kick the Drive campaign urging residents to use public transit instead of driving to Gillette Stadium during World Cup matches from June 13 to July 9 — her plan aims to reduce traffic congestion with subsidized fares for daily commutes. Worcester Business Journal
- ➤ Nearly 2,000 new residents were added in 2025, pushing Worcester’s population to 213,862 and marking a fifth consecutive year of growth despite a statewide exodus. The U.S. Census Bureau recorded the increase as of July 1, 2025. Telegram & Gazette
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Radio Worcester sports talk previewed the MayeDay Celebrity Softball Classic at Polar Park on May 31 (featuring Julian Edelman, Dave Portnoy, and Hunter Henry) that benefits the MayeDay Family Foundation; the conversation also detailed how interim manager Chad Tracy is steadying the Red Sox as they seek more offense. Radio Worcester
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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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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.
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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.
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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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~ Alfred Adler
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