Good morning, Worcester.

Worcester Red Sox President Dr. Charles Steinberg said in an interview today on The Worcester Red Sox Show that he is working with Mayor Petty and Councilor Mero-Carlson to address growing homelessness near Polar Park, stressing both safety and compassion—city agencies will meet on September 15 to discuss the issue further.

Enrique Delgado-Garcia, a 25-year-old state police recruit from Worcester who became unresponsive during a boxing exercise last September, died from blunt trauma to the head that caused multiple hemorrhages—his family demands accountability and will hold a press conference around his one-year anniversary.

Vivienne is a new Mediterranean restaurant opening on September 3 at Worcester’s Glass Tower with 220 seats and a menu featuring dishes like grilled whole branzino—designed to bring a taste of the Mediterranean to downtown Worcester.

Michael Covino of Niche Hospitality Group said it will offer a lively dining experience that celebrates a variety of coastal cuisines.

A 26 year old man known to police fatally shot a 57 year old father outside a school in Shrewsbury on Thursday morning after a confrontation over graffiti near Jordan Pond+ he later surrendered and will face charges today in Westborough District Court.

On Aug. 25, a person magnet fishing pulled an AR-15 style rifle from Lake Quinsigamond at about 11:45 a.m.—police took the rifle and began an investigation.

On Aug. 26, a good Samaritan helped a driver whose 2021 Hyundai Palisade partially went into the lake near a boat ramp.

Worcester Polytechnic Institute received a $12 million donation from late alumnus Carl Karlsson ’60 to fund early-career professorships that support faculty and benefit students.

University officials said his gift — one of the largest individual donations in the school’s history — will strengthen research and teaching for years to come.

Massachusetts Attorney General Andrea Joy Campbell joined a coalition of 21 state attorneys general by filing an amicus brief at the U.S. Supreme Court on Aug.

28 to support a Colorado law banning conversion therapy on minors— the brief argues the practice is harmful and warns that overturning the law could weaken state standards for mental health care.

Mary Beth Benison Foundation is raising $10,000 to honor Katie Camell’s 50th birthday and help people with ALS—its grants have topped $38,000 this year and it will host a cake decorating class in December to remember Mary Beth.

The fundraiser aims to support those in need.

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.

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.

Dorothy Concert

7-9 p.m. — Palladium — $51 — Enjoy a last-minute concert experience with Dorothy in Worcester's vibrant music scene.

Kaleo Concert

6:30 p.m. — Tree House Brewing Company — Resale tickets available — Enjoy an evening of live music at the Summer Stage.

Wachusett Brew Yard 0.0 Road Race

2-6 p.m. — Wachusett Brewing Company — Registration fee benefits charity — A fun non-race event supporting Boston Children's Hospital with food, drinks, and music.

Family Day at Free Play Bar & Arcade

11 AM – 5 PM — Freeplay Bar Arcade — $12 admission — Enjoy a day filled with arcade games, skee ball, air hockey, and pinball with the whole family.

Trombone Shorty Live

7-11 p.m. — Tree House Brewing Company — Entry details not specified — Enjoy an electrifying performance from the renowned Trombone Shorty.

Social Friday - Urbano & Bachata Night

7-11 p.m. — 961 Restaurant — Limited tickets available — Enjoy live performances and electrifying music at Worcester's hottest Urbano & Bachata night.

Varials Live Concert

12:30-4:30 p.m. — Palladium — Tickets available — Experience a powerful performance from Varials and dive into their intense sound with live music.

A Taste of Ireland

7:30-9:00 p.m. — The Hanover Theatre and Conservatory for the Performing Arts — Ticket prices vary — Experience world-class Irish music and dance that brings the spirit of Ireland alive on stage.