Good morning, Worcester.

Trooper Jacob Mick, who died in a motorcycle crash on June 28 in Grafton, is being honored today at St. Rose of Lima Parish with a funeral Mass—his wake was held yesterday, and he leaves behind a wife and baby daughter.

Local splash pads offer kids free water play spots this summer.

Worcester’s Tacoma Street Spray Park and parks in Fitchburg, Sterling, Marlborough and Oxford run varying hours—many open daily until Labor Day—so families can beat the heat.

bankHometown in Oxford will be rebranded as TruNorth Bank as Hometown Financial Group prepares to go public.

The change covers the bank and its related subsidiaries.

Worcester based Bartholomew & Co. has become a hybrid registered investment adviser to expand its fee based investment and financial planning services while continuing its relationship with Commonwealth Financial Network from Waltham, as announced Monday.

Clients will work with the same advisers and gain access to expanded capabilities.

Researchers at UMass Chan Medical School are developing a remote monitoring system to help doctors track lupus symptoms using wearables and a smartphone app; the three-year PILLAR project (sponsored with $3.5 million over seven years) will enroll over 50 patients to test new methods for detecting lupus flares between appointments.

Local players including Andrew Schmit, Connor Herlihy and Gavin Price enjoy a summer homecoming as they play for the Worcester Bravehearts at Fitton Field + the team holds a 19-15 record and is set to play 10 games before the All-Star break.

American Legion baseball teams played on Monday and Tuesday.

North County defeated Northborough 13—5 on Monday, led by J.J. Walker's homer, while Tuesday’s games took place at local venues including Northborough, Leominster, Shaw Elementary, Milford and Westfield.

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.

Comedy Night with Christine Hurley

Doors 6:30 PM — Samuel Slater's Restaurant — Tickets required — Enjoy a night of laughs with top comedians Christine Hurley and James Dorsey.

Ekoh Concert

7-10 p.m. — Palladium — Tickets from $47 — Experience the electrifying live performance of hip-hop artist Ekoh.

Worcester Red Sox vs. Lehigh Valley IronPigs

12:05-1:05 p.m. — Polar Park — $40-$50 — Reserve your parking now for a thrilling game between rivals at Polar Park.