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Worcester
Saturday, August 16th, 2025
Good morning, Worcester. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 16th of August.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Tomorrow at 1 p.m. at St. Brigid Parish Hall — 59 North Main St. — in Millbury, Together for Connor will hold a kickoff event to honor teen Connor who took his own life on Dec. 4 after enduring severe cyberbullying. His mother and brother will lead the presentation and fundraising plans to help the community prevent such tragedies. Telegram & Gazette
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Chip Norton, founder of Franklin Realty Advisors, filed for Chapter 7 bankruptcy with nearly 70 million dollars in debt because he personally guaranteed many business loans. He owes $511,000 to the IRS and $233,000 to the Massachusetts Department of Revenue while the future of his downtown properties remains uncertain. Radio Worcester
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ An assault at Creed Lounge on Aug. 10 left three women injured when unknown attackers used box cutters during an altercation near 41 Pleasant St—two 20-year-old women and one 21-year-old sought hospital treatment with one admitted to intensive care—while police continue to investigate. This Week In Worcester
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ At Green Hill Municipal Golf Course, head pro Matt Moison led the Danny Rossetti Junior Golf Camp where 70 Worcester youths received free golf instruction and fun challenges over three days that honored former camper Danny Rossetti—supported by local volunteers and family members. Worcester Country Club also improved from 10th to 9th in Golf Digest rankings after a major restoration, reflecting its team's effort as it prepares for future milestones. Telegram & Gazette
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Glenn Miller Orchestra Concert
2:00 – 3:30 PM — Stadium Theatre — $31, $36, $41 — Experience the classic sounds of the legendary Glenn Miller Orchestra, still captivating audiences worldwide.
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Toad The Wet Sprocket Concert
6:30 p.m. — Tree House Brewing Company — Ticket prices vary — Enjoy an evening of live music at the Summer Stage in Charlton.
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Summer Concerts on the Plaza featuring Holdin’ Back the 60’s
11:30 a.m. — The Hanover Theatre and Conservatory for the Performing Arts — Free entry — Experience the groovy sounds of the 60s as Holdin’ Back the 60’s brings nostalgia to life.
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Old Goat Track Club XC Classic
10 AM - 12 PM — Waters Farm — $35-$40 entry — Experience the excitement of a 5k XC race as part of the USATF New England All Terrain Series.
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Andy Grammer Live Concert
7-11 PM — Tree House Brewing Company — Tickets required — Experience multiplatinum artist Andy Grammer as he energizes the crowd with his pop anthems.
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VentureMeets Networking Event
5:30-8:30 p.m. — Courthouse Brew Co — Free entry — Connect with local entrepreneurs and expand your professional network in Worcester.
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Dawes Concert
7 p.m. — Tree House Brewing Company — Ticket prices vary — Enjoy an evening of live music at a popular local brewery.
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Thousand Below Concert
7-8:30 p.m. — Palladium — Cost not specified — Experience the atmospheric and emotional sounds of Thousand Below in an engaging live performance.
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Matt Soper: Easy Season Performance
1-5 p.m. — Janine's Frostee — Free entry — Enjoy the lush harmonies and unique renditions of popular songs from the 80s, 90s, and 00s.
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The Pike RokFest 2025
12:00 – 1:30 p.m. — Indian Ranch — Ticket prices vary — Enjoy a day of tribute performances featuring classic rock hits from iconic bands.
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~ Eckhart Tolle
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