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Saturday, July 26th, 2025
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Good morning, Worcester. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 26th of July.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Amelia Tieri of Worcester Green Corps said the group is cleaning up litter, auditing recycling, and urging residents to report dog waste on sidewalks to 311. The Corps will host volunteer events soon — a chance for locals to help improve their neighborhood — and they ask residents to learn proper recycling practices. Radio Worcester
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ A former Friendly's franchise owner—Amol Kohli—acquired the restaurant chain’s parent company on July 22 and now leads Legacy Brands International, which also owns several other food chains. Friendly's runs 23 restaurants in Massachusetts, including Auburn, Gardner, Leominster and Marlborough. Telegram & Gazette
- ➤ Owners Ed and Kelli Kinsley announced that North Bowl Lanes in North Attleboro and Mohegan Bowl in Webster will be sold to Ryan Family Amusements this fall — the new company plans to keep bowling lanes, arcade games, and league programs unchanged — as the Kinsleys step away after 17 years of ownership. Telegram & Gazette
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ A Worcester man, 27-year-old Mugisha Jeanbosco, was found guilty on July 24th of first-degree murder and armed robbery for killing Leon Wilson Jr. of Fitchburg in 2019 in the Pie Alley area—sentencing is set for Aug. 1st. This Week In Worcester
- ➤ Former Uxbridge superintendent Michael Baldassarre was found not guilty of drunken driving on July 21 and accepted a plea to sufficient facts for negligent driving, which led to six months of administrative probation — he was fined $300 after being arrested on January 18. Telegram & Gazette
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ WPI researchers led by Professor Yan Wang developed a new recycling process that recovers 92% of metals from used batteries — saving 8.6% energy and reducing carbon emissions by 13.9% compared to older techniques — and the breakthrough may boost domestic supplies for electric vehicles and renewable energy systems. Worcester Polytechnic Institute
LIFESTYLE NEWS
- ➤ Families in Central Massachusetts can enjoy summer activities for less than $100, including fruit picking at Northborough’s Tougas Family Farm, mini golf at West End Creamery, visits to local freshwater beaches, a drive-in movie at Mendon Twin Drive-In, and kayaking at Regatta Point State Park in Worcester. At Tougas, visitors pick berries & explore a farm playground while West End offers mini golf & ice cream for a fun, affordable outing. Telegram & Gazette
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ At Harry Ball Field in Beverly, Holden Little League came from behind to win 13 to 3 over Peabody by scoring seven runs in the third inning and five in the fourth under the mercy rule, and they play an elimination game against Walpole today at 11 a.m.—their championship game on July 27 will decide who advances to the New England Regionals. At Fitton Field, Worcester’s Henry DiGiorgio went 2 for 4 and stole two bases as the Bravehearts lost 3 to 2 to the Lake Monsters while staying one and a half games ahead of Vermont. Telegram & Gazette
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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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2025 Backpack Giveaway & Free Haircuts
12-4 p.m. — Fuller Family Park — Free entry — Enjoy free food, haircuts, and live performances at this community-focused event.
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Lehigh Valley IronPigs vs. Worcester Red Sox
1:05-2:35 p.m. — Polar Park — Ticket prices vary — Catch the thrilling action as the IronPigs face off against the Red Sox at Polar Park.
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Idobi Summer School
5:00 – 6:30 PM — Palladium — Free entry — Experience the unique sounds of Beauty School Dropout, a rising Renegade-Pop band from Los Angeles.
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Golf Fundamentals for Beginners
6-7 p.m. — Cyprian Keyes Golf Club — Learn the basics of golf in a fun and supportive environment with a PGA Professional.
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Worcester Chapter AGO Organists Artist Showcase
12-1 p.m. — Mechanics Hall — Free entry — Experience the artistry of local organists performing on the historic Worcester Organ.
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August Book Club - Demon Copperhead
6:30-8:30 p.m. — Gardner Ale House — Free entry — Gather with fellow readers to discuss 'Demon Copperhead' while enjoying food and friendship.
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