Good morning, Worcester.

After 20 years with Hanover Insurance Group, CEO John Roche will retire at year’s end and his successor Lavey will take over the leadership, marking a new chapter for the company.

Worcester could soon see plug-in solar panels help renters lower electricity bills as Massachusetts lawmakers work to finalize safety standards and regulatory guidelines in an energy affordability bill by July 31.

The city added 7.7 acres of the former Brooks Dairy Farm (near Nelson Place Elementary School) to its preserved-land rolls through funding from the Community Preserve Act and a grant from Local Acquisitions for Natural Diversity.

The Greater Worcester Land Trust held a ribbon-cutting ceremony on Tuesday, July 14.

The MBTA will temporarily suspend eight off-peak Worcester Line trains starting July 27 due to planned track work between Framingham and Auburndale; some midday trips will take about five minutes longer until September.

Chacharone Properties bought two office buildings near Washington Square in April and now plans to demolish one building and convert the other into apartments; the project should add housing options in the area + pending permits.

Former Shepherd Hill track star Emma Sullivan won her first pro race in Edmonton on July 12 and now aims to break 2 minutes at the USATF Open Nationals in New York starting July 23; she plans to turn professional afterwards (marking a strong comeback from a torn Achilles).

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.

Summer Dance Intensive Week

Various times — The Hanover Theatre and Conservatory for the Performing Arts — Cost information not specified — A week-long immersive program for young dancers to explore various dance styles and techniques.

Sonoma at the Beechwood: 5-Course Beer Dinner

Join Sonoma Restaurant at the Beechwood Hotel on Thursday, August 13, for an exclusive Five-Course Summer Beer Dinner featuring chef-crafted cuisine expertly paired with premium craft beers from some of New England's finest breweries. Tickets are $85 per person; reservations are required by calling 508-453-1174.