Here's your local news at a glance for Monday, the 18th of May.
Good morning, Worcester.
🎓 Education
UMass Chan Medical School is set to celebrate more than 300 graduating students and honor outstanding faculty during its 53rd Commencement week.
Awards events begin Thursday, May 28 at the Albert Sherman Center Cube; Sunday’s ceremony starts at noon on the campus green (livestreamed on YouTube).
Assumption University graduated 304 students at the DCU Center on May 17 with speakers urging them to light the way, take time to rest, and embrace joy as they start their next chapter.
The event promoted community support and encouraged graduates to shine in the real world.
🏛️ Government
Worcester Police Memorial Sunday honored 14 fallen officers, including former Chief Gary J.
Gemme (the department's longest-serving chief), at the ceremony held at the police memorial rotary, with local officials praising their community service as the tradition coincided with National Police Week.
🏈 Sports
Assumption's softball team advanced to its first NCAA Division II Super Regional after winning the final game against Mercy (9 to 0) with a six run rally led by Maddy Bland.
Meanwhile, WPI lost to UMass-Dartmouth (8 to 2) in the regional championship game, ending its record setting season.
🎉 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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