Good morning, Worcester.

Worcester business community leader Sumner Tony Tilton Jr. (88) died last Friday; he helped grow Fletcher Tilton and served on local boards that advanced area business.

Fred Misilo Jr. said his guidance left a lasting legacy, and his services will be private with donations requested in his name.

After 40 years at Midtown Mall, Kim's Jewelry will close at the end of the year as brothers Chris and Paul Kim decide to focus on family + discuss potential plans to bring a new jewelry store to 22 Front St. at the plaza.

A local MBTA Working Group report recommends that the state run train speed models to boost service on the Framingham/Worcester rail.

Officials say once signaling upgrades are finished by year-end, plans for more trains, express service, and shorter travel times between Boston and Worcester will move forward.

UMass Chan scientists developed an mRNA immunotherapy that removed pancreatic tumors in 50% of treated mice, with research funding from the Worcester-based Pancreatic Cancer Alliance.

The team (led by Dr. Ruscetti and a recent PhD graduate) is preparing for IND clinical trials.

Elizabeth Wood beat the odds by having a healthy daughter via IVF at 44 after a three-year journey that included over 50 appointments and persistent treatment challenges.

Wood, who serves as Leominster’s planning and development director, credits state insurance coverage and expert guidance (from Boston IVF) for her success.

After star prospect Adley Rutschman’s brief rehab stint, the Triple-A WooSox continue a six-game homestand at Polar Park with a full slate of fan promotions today and later this week including First Responder Wednesday (12:05 p.m.) and themed nights through Sunday.

Mikey Romero, a 22-year-old Triple-A infielder with Worcester and former first-round pick by the Red Sox, spoke on Aug.

11's Cassell's Corner podcast and discussed his rise in the Red Sox system, working under interim manager Chad Tracy and facing personal loss after his father's death.

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.