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Tuesday, September 9th, 2025
Good morning, Worcester. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 9th of September.
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ District 5 Councilor Etel Haxhiaj, charged with assaulting and interfering with a police officer, has her hearing to dismiss the charges rescheduled from Sept. 15 to Sept. 25 — court filings reveal the change. MassLive
- ➤ On Monday in Worcester Superior Court, a 15-year-old girl testified that when she was 7, Joshua Hubert allegedly abducted her during a family gathering, raped her, and threw her off a bridge—forcing her to play dead to survive as jury selection and opening statements continued. MassLive
- ➤ Eric Sladen, a 46-year-old man from Shrewsbury, was arrested Monday, Sep. 8 on ten counts of indecent assault and battery on a child under 14—two counts of assault and battery, one count of witness intimidation, and two counts of breaking a harassment-prevention order. Telegram & Gazette
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ A Fast & Furious-inspired Envisions Show will take place Sept. 13 at Fuel America — a local coffee shop on Grove Street — where models will display streetwear beside parked supercars as part of an end-of-summer event. A car show will run from 6 to 10 p.m. with tickets costing $15 — and DJs will mix live music while Fuel serves car-themed coffee specials. Telegram & Gazette
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Town crews in Holden finished cleaning up after a tornado hit neighborhoods on Sept 6—clearing fallen branches and restoring power to municipal lines. Town Manager Peter Lukes said homeowners are responsible for restoring power to private properties as a National Weather Service crew surveyed damage on Sept 8. Telegram & Gazette
- ➤ Worcester City Council will discuss requiring sprinkler systems in larger residential buildings today at City Hall’s Esther Howland chamber—some landlords worry about installation costs even as the fire chief supports the change. The meeting will also honor community advocate William Coleman III and consider a proposal for a property tax exemption to aid local businesses. Telegram & Gazette
- ➤ Today at 6:30 p.m., Worcester City Council meets in the Esther Howland Chamber to debate adopting a state law that would require fire sprinklers in refurbished multiunit residential buildings and to address prolonged construction delays by assigning a community liaison—proposals honoring Bill Coleman are also on the agenda as officials weigh public safety and project timelines. This Week In Worcester
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Jennifer Toland selected standout players from last Friday’s season opener for the Hometeam Football Player of the Week vote, including local athletes who posted strong stats like Logan Dome’s 100 yards and two touchdowns (with others adding value in their matchups). Telegram & Gazette
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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.
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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.
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Trombone Shorty Live
7-11 p.m. — Tree House Brewing Company — Entry details not specified — Enjoy an electrifying performance from the renowned Trombone Shorty.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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The Best Little Food Truck Festival in Milford
12-5 p.m. — DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Boston - Milford — Free entry — Enjoy delicious food trucks and live music while supporting a good cause.
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22nd Annual Home Run 5K Road Race/Walk
10 AM — Jewish Healthcare Center — Registration fee required — Celebrate community health with a fun-filled 5K run and walk.
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Bonsai Workshop at Dirigible Brewing
7-9 p.m. — Dirigible Brewing Company — Registration required — Create your own bonsai tree while enjoying handcrafted beers and a cozy atmosphere.
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Starship Featuring Mickey Thomas and Foghat
7:30-9 p.m. — The Hanover Theatre and Conservatory for the Performing Arts — Cost info not provided — Experience the legendary voices of Mickey Thomas and the rock sounds of Foghat.
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