Good morning, Worcester.

Longtime mail carrier Keith Amidon (63) delivered his last letter on Friday, June 26 after a 37-year career serving neighborhoods including St. Nicholas Avenue.

He will volunteer at a festival at SAC Park in Shrewsbury and travel with his wife later in the fall.

Fitchburg unveiled a new bronze memorial statue and StoryWalk honoring local racing legend Ron Bouchard last week at Coolidge Park.

The interactive sculpture invites visitors to sit and read along its miniature racetrack bench while celebrating his lasting legacy.

David McManus, a UMass Chan alumnus, became the school’s chancellor today—succeeding Michael F.

Collins after 19 years at the helm. He plans to build on a strong record in digital medicine and research to benefit the community.

Sean Magarian won his third Worcester County Amateur title with a sudden-death playoff win over fellow left-handed golfer Shawn Amari at Wachusett Country Club in West Boylston on Sunday, June 28.

Local American Legion baseball teams recorded impressive wins Saturday with victories from Shrewsbury, Northbridge, Leominster, and Milford.

Sunday featured matchups in Grafton, Framingham, Cherry Valley, and Westfield, with game times and venues potentially affected by weather.

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.

Worcester Fourth of July Fireworks

9:30 PM — East Park — Free entry — Celebrate Independence Day with a spectacular fireworks display and community festivities.

WooSox Town Takeover Night

6:45-9:45 p.m. — Polar Park — Every ticket purchased supports a local organization — Experience Shrewsbury’s Town Takeover while cheering on the WooSox.

Summer Event Series: Insect Day

10 a.m. – 5 p.m. — EcoTarium — Admission included — Celebrate Insect Day with hands-on activities, educational programs, and encounters with local caterpillar species.

Nashua Silver Knights vs. Worcester Bravehearts

6:30-9:30 p.m. — Fitton Field — Ticket prices vary — Enjoy an exciting baseball matchup featuring local teams in a vibrant community atmosphere.

Perreoland Live Show

8-11 p.m. — Palladium — Tickets start at $90 — Experience an unforgettable live performance from Perreoland in Worcester.

The Warped Tour Band Tribute

5:30-8:30 p.m. — Off The Rails — $ — Experience a night of nostalgia with tributes to Green Day and Blink 182.

Miss Fairchild Concert

8-11 p.m. — Off The Rails — Ticketed event — Enjoy an evening of live music with Miss Fairchild in Worcester.