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Saturday, July 12th, 2025
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Good morning, Worcester. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 12th of July.
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Queen's Cups closed less than two weeks ago in the Canal District, and owner Renee Diaz now sells her most popular recipes on Etsy + has reached 400 sales so far while planning to add gluten-free options in the future. Telegram & Gazette
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ WPI has been featured in international and local media for research in AI, sustainability, robotics, and innovations in finance and engineering, with recent coverage highlighting award-winning studies and leadership changes on campus—furthermore, events like a Memorial Day tribute have underscored its community impact. These stories reflect the broad scope of achievements and initiatives coming from the university. Worcester Polytechnic Institute
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ UMass employees led the list of highest paid state workers in 2024, with basketball coach Frank Martin earning $1.83 million as the system got about $1.76 billion in total funding+Lisa Colombo of UMass Chan was the highest paid woman state employee, and Martin is expected to remain at the top in 2025. Telegram & Gazette
- ➤ Massachusetts received $17 million (its share of the $720 million nationwide opioid settlement) from eight drug makers as of July 11. The funds will go to the state's Opioid Recovery and Remediation Fund (to support opioid prevention, harm reduction, treatment, and recovery) and will be distributed to local communities. This Week In Worcester
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ On Friday, local baseball teams played in several leagues as the Bravehearts beat Westfield 10-5, with Jackson Marshall driving the win to secure their fifth consecutive victory. Other key moments included a perfect game by Joe Amaru to push the PNJ All-Stars into the New England Regional winners’ bracket — with additional wins noted in American Legion and Babe Ruth play. Telegram & Gazette
- ➤ The Worcester Bravehearts lead the Futures League and play with fast, free energy under Manager Luke Beckstein, who says mistakes help them learn. They will host Bark in the Park Wednesday and hold hockey night Friday (with special jersey giveaways) for fans. Spectrum News 1
- ➤ Today, local summer sports events are scheduled across Central Mass, featuring baseball contests, a high school matchup, and state semifinal games in Little League and softball from 11 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. The schedule may change due to weather and field conditions. Telegram & Gazette
- ➤ Charlton clinched the Little League District 5 Majors title with a 10-9 win over Shrewsbury at Casey Field— the team now advances to the State Section 2 Tournament where they will face Swansea on July 15, Bridgewater on July 16 and Braintree American on July 17. Telegram & Gazette
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Hot Night in the City
Dusk till late — Worcester Center For Crafts — Free entry — Experience vibrant craft creation with live music, food trucks, and hands-on demonstrations.
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Berry Fest 2025
11 AM-4 PM — Hollis Hills Farm — Free entry — Experience two weekends of berry picking, live music, and local vendors.
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Lucius Concert
7 PM — Tree House Brewing Company — Ticket prices vary — Experience Grammy-nominated indie-pop band Lucius in an engaging live performance showcasing their new album.
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Out To Lunch Festival & Market
11 AM - 3 PM — Worcester Common — Free entry — Enjoy live music, local food, and artists at this vibrant summer festival.
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Yachtley Crew Concert
7-8:30 p.m. — Indian Ranch — General Admission — Enjoy an evening with the nation’s #1 Yacht Rock Band in a picturesque setting.
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Berry Festival at Hollis Hills Farm
11 AM-4 PM — Hollis Hills Farm — Free entry — Delight in berry picking, ice cream, and local vendors for a fruity family experience.
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Jake Owen Concert with Uncle Kracker
1-2:30 p.m. — Indian Ranch — Tickets available — Experience country hits under the sun with Jake Owen and Uncle Kracker.
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Lukas Nelson Live Performance
7-11 p.m. — Tree House Brewing Company — Tickets available — Experience the soulful sounds of GRAMMY Award-winning artist Lukas Nelson in an intimate setting.
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Flipturn Concert
7 p.m. — Tree House Brewing Company — Resale tickets available — Experience the indie rock vibes of flipturn as they perform tracks from their new album.
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Drive By Truckers Live Concert
6-10 p.m. — Tree House Brewing Company — Check the event page for ticket prices — Enjoy an evening with the Southern rock legends performing live.
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