Good morning, Worcester.

Bolton Fair returns to the Worcester area from Friday, Aug.

14 through Sunday, Aug. 16 at The Fairgrounds at Lancaster (318 Seven Bridge Road, Lancaster) with tractor pulls, carnival rides, crafts and community fun for all ages; tickets are not yet on sale.

Kenny Nicolas, owner of Greendale’s Pub on West Boylston Street, announced the bar will serve its final drink on July 1 — a decision following 25 years of running the local venue known for its music nights and community memories.

Your local The Home Depot is holding its Ryobi Days Savings event ahead of Father's Day, where shoppers can buy a Ryobi battery starter kit or string trimmer to receive a free tool, and they should shop early as popular items sell out quickly.

St. Mary’s Credit Union CEO Jim Petkewich said his team will focus on small business loans that larger banks ignore (following merger approval) to help local entrepreneurs.

The move is part of a new lending strategy (aimed at boosting community support) for the credit union.

A Blackstone woman won $1M by buying a winning ticket at Cumberland Farms on Main Street yesterday, choosing the cash option ($650K pre-tax).

It was the second million-dollar ticket sold this week at these stores, with the location earning a $10K bonus.

The Southeast Asian Coalition of Massachusetts will hold its 23rd annual Asian Festival at Mechanics Hall (321 Main St.) on Saturday, June 20 from noon to 5 p.m., offering free traditional art, food, and cultural performances from across Asia.

Filmmaker Tommy Jay Dwyer's documentary Burnin' Down the House will premiere on August 6 at 7:30 p.m. at The Hanover Theatre in Worcester, highlighting aging firehouses, firefighter health risks & 43% of U.S. stations being over 40 years old while part of ticket sales supports the Last Call Foundation.

WPI SailBot team won its record fifth championship at the International Robotic Sailing Regatta held June 7–12 at Cornell University in Ithaca as it outpaced competitors in five of seven events with improved autonomous sailboat design.

Miach Orthopaedics of Westborough raised over $74M and appointed Jamal Rushdy as its new president and CEO in May to expand its BEAR Implant treatment for torn ACLs—designed to help ligaments heal using a patient’s own blood—and plans to boost surgeon education and nationwide adoption.

Gardening Central Mass offers tips to polish your garden before summer gatherings.

Experts advise trimming edges (for clear lines) and adding potted plants near seating areas, guidance from New England Botanic Garden in Boylston.

Massachusetts Cheese Festival 2026

10 AM - 4 PM — Stone Cow Brewery — VIP ticket available — Celebrate local cheese with tastings, music, and educational sessions.

Worcester Caribbean American Heritage Festival

12-7 p.m. — Institute Park — Free entry — Celebrate diverse cultures with music, food, and entertainment honoring Caribbean American Heritage Month.

Worcester Bravehearts vs. Norwich Sea Unicorns Baseball

6:30-10:30 p.m. — Fitton Field — Ticket prices vary — Catch the action as local teams battle it out on the diamond.

Toledo Mud Hens vs. Worcester Red Sox

6:45-7:45 p.m. — Polar Park — Tickets from $15 — Catch a thrilling baseball game between the Mud Hens and the Red Sox in Worcester.

Kittie Live Concert

6:30-8 p.m. — Palladium — Ticket prices vary — Experience the powerful sound of Kittie as they rock the stage with fan favorites and new songs.

Ash & Eric: ValleyCAST Free Summer Concert Series

5-9 p.m. — Open Sky Alternatives' Whitin Mill — Free entry — Enjoy a live performance by Ash & Eric, bringing gritty tunes from Worcester's heart.

Comedy Night with Tony V

7:30-10:30 p.m. — Samuel Slater's Restaurant — Tickets required — Experience a night of laughter with comedy legend Tony V and special guest Emily Ruskowski.

Toledo Mud Hens vs. Worcester Red Sox

4:05-8:05 p.m. — Polar Park — Ticket pricing varies — Experience an exciting minor league baseball showdown with local flair.

Jewish Heritage Day at the WooSox

1:05 – 2:05 PM — Polar Park — Tickets from $17 — Celebrate Jewish culture while enjoying a thrilling match between the Worcester Red Sox and Toledo Mud Hens.

Milford's Independence Day Fireworks Celebration

8 p.m. — Plains Park — Free entry — Celebrate Independence Day with live music, food vendors, and a stunning fireworks finale.