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Thursday, September 25th, 2025
Good morning, Worcester. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 25th of September.
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Worcester District 5 Councilor Etel Haxhiaj is set for a hearing today to seek dismissal of charges from her June 4 arrest for assaulting a police officer and interfering with an officer—charges received after she confronted ICE and police during the May 8 arrest of a Brazilian mother of three. MassLive
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Brussels Street is now a favorite spot where families enjoy the old cobblestones, local breweries, and art spaces—its weekly Market on Brussels runs Sundays from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. while venues like SongKeys and Monano Art offer play and music classes. Telegram & Gazette
- ➤ North Grafton author Nicholas Gage (writer of Eleni) received Greece’s highest civilian award on September 24 in New York when Greek Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis presented him the Order of the Phoenix Presidential Medal. Telegram & Gazette
- ➤ On Sept. 28, the Silverbacks — known as the Delta Force of Rock ‘n’ Roll — will perform at Worcester Marine Corps League from 2 to 5 p.m., and admission is $10. The band features local music veterans with years of stage experience. Telegram & Gazette
- ➤ Local rapper Jafet Muzic dropped his new song 'Told Y’all' that uses a sample asking what is a legacy and honors Massachusetts rap legends; singer Eva Davenport performed her new song 'Higher Self' at a local open mic and Morgan Alyse released a live recording from Snake Brook Records. (Their music is now on streaming services) (Worcester enjoys these fresh sounds.) Telegram & Gazette
- ➤ On Sept 27, Punk in the Park will take over The Palladium Outdoors in downtown Worcester with a craft beer showcase from noon to 3 p.m. followed by punk music headlined by Bad Religion and Pennywise—tickets start at $59.99. Telegram & Gazette
- ➤ Jeffrey Dean Morgan films a scene for The Walking Dead: Dead City on Norwich Street in Worcester. The production is continuing as the series prepares its next episodes. Telegram & Gazette
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Alana Archangelo has traveled with high school students to rainforests in Costa Rica to show them that many creatures, including tarantulas and insects, are not dangerous—she worked at Oakmont Regional High School and now continues her work as an insect curator at The Butterfly Place. Telegram & Gazette
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Kofi Asare, a former Doherty star who grew up in Worcester, has transferred from UMass to Florida and now plays for the Gators at Ben Hill Griffin Stadium—he said he was looking for a good culture and more playing time on defense. He will see more action when the team returns on Oct. 4 against Texas. Telegram & Gazette
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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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The Story So Far Live Performance
6:30-8:30 p.m. — Palladium — Tickets available — Experience The Story So Far as they debut their new album 'I Want To Disappear'.
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Alabama Live In Concert
7-8:30 p.m. — DCU Center — Tickets available — Experience the iconic country music sensation Alabama as they perform live in Worcester.
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Pink Martini Concert
8:00 – 9:30 PM — The Hanover Theatre and Conservatory for the Performing Arts — Ticket prices range from $87 to $303 — Experience an evening of eclectic music from the beloved Pink Martini.
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Johnny Mathis Concert
7:30-10:30 p.m. — The Hanover Theatre and Conservatory for the Performing Arts — Ticket prices vary — Experience the timeless voice of Johnny Mathis, an icon of pop music since the 1950s.
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