Monday, October 6th, 2025

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Good morning, Worcester. Here's your local news at a glance for Monday, the 6th of October.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Volunteers Angela Lefebvre and Kate Mercadante worked on last-minute details for the Italian Heritage Parade on Shrewsbury Street on Oct. 5, where grand marshal Joseph Falcone led 50 groups for about 1,500 spectators. Local businesses and community members celebrated with Italian banners and flags—proving their pride in local heritage. Telegram & Gazette
- ➤ Girls Inc. celebrated 110 years on Oct. 4 at a kickoff and alumni reunion held at a gym on Providence St.—Alumnae shared stories of their experiences while the organization announced plans for a new mentorship program to guide members toward college and career goals. Telegram & Gazette
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Reports from decades ago say the three-decker on Douglas Street shook with loud rattles and even made beds jump during spring, with residents recalling that windows rattled and dishes broke. A retired firefighter said a washing-machine motor hidden in the wall may have caused the shaking—an explanation that still leaves locals wary of the building today. Telegram & Gazette
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ During his first week at UMass Chan Medical School, Mukund Desibhatla traveled from Worcester to Boston, donating blood stem cells through the National Marrow Donation Program—an act that marks a significant gift of life and reaffirms his commitment to humanism in medicine. UMass Chan Medical School
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Savage Ga$p, Grim Salvo, and Witchouse 40k Concert
7-8:30 p.m. — Palladium — Tickets available — Experience the electrifying performances of Savage Ga$p and friends live in Worcester.
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Rhett Miller Concert
7-9:30 p.m. — Off The Rails — Tickets starting at $30.50 — Enjoy a night of music with Rhett Miller at this popular Worcester venue.
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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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Rock The GazBar
10:30 a.m.–11:59 p.m. — The GazBar Sports Grill — Registration fees apply — Run, walk, or cheer on participants during a fun 5k event for all ages.
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Live Blues Performance by Troy Mercy
8:30 p.m. - 12:30 a.m. — Vincent's — Entry fee unknown — Enjoy a night of blues with the uniquely captivating Troy Mercy and their rock & roll flair.
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