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Worcester
Sunday, September 28th, 2025
Good morning, Worcester. Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 28th of September.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Second Chance Animal Services rehomed 23 Golden Retriever puppies and three adult dogs rescued from an animal cruelty case and received over 3,000 adoption surveys, while about a dozen dogs, 13 cats, and two rabbits remain in need of homes. Lindsay Doray said that a forthcoming Puppy Yoga fundraiser with Timberyard Brewing Company will help raise funds for other animals in care—she hopes that the interest in Goldens encourages more adoptions. Spectrum News 1
- ➤ Big Brothers Big Sisters of Central Mass. and MetroWest is asking local volunteers to become mentors—over 100 children wait to be matched with a caring adult. CEO Connie Askin said mentors need only a few hours every week to help kids build confidence and overcome challenges at school. Spectrum News 1
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Following a ceiling fire on September 6 that closed TheCommon—formerly Midtown Mall—only Worcester Common Fitness and Kim's Jewelry had opened as of Friday, Sept. 26 while other businesses remained locked with visible damage. Odd by Worcester Brewing and Broth are expected to open within the next month while Evil Eye Tattoo reported safety concerns over incomplete repairs. Telegram & Gazette
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ A guest columnist who grew up in Worcester urges lawmakers to pass a universal FAFSA law that would require all high school seniors to complete or opt out of the form—an idea modeled after improvements seen in Louisiana and Alabama—to help low-income and first-generation students navigate college aid. She warns that without this policy, low completion rates could continue to limit access to aid in our state. Telegram & Gazette
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ St. John's football coach Gary Senecal (an Army Reservist for 13 years who learned from coaches Kilcoyne and Chesney) is teaching his players essential life values on and off the field. Spectrum News 1
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Hispanic Heritage Breakfast
8-10 a.m. — Union Station Grand Hall — Free entry — Celebrate Hispanic culture with a delightful breakfast, live music, and inspiring speakers.
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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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