Good morning, Worcester.

Dozens of local homeowners have decorated their yards with spooky features (skeleton pirates, self-playing organs, inflatable pumpkins and ghouls) to bring festive cheer this Halloween season.

Neighbors can enjoy these eye-catching displays as part of a community celebration.

Trinity Church in Northborough is restoring its 179-year landmark with a $780,576 project that upgrades its spire, entry and electrical systems, and its steeple was removed in March — work will resume mid-2027 if fundraising goals are met.

Boston-based AA24 Holdings now owns the majority of Slowey McManus Communications and has named co-founder Adi Sarosa as growth partner, while co-founders Dom Slowey and Jim McManus and the firm's employees continue client services in Boston and Worcester.

Sterling Airport was sold for $3.14M to a Cambridge-based pilot, who said the facility will continue operating.

Early discussions with Sterling Fair organizers were positive.

Veterans Inc. will celebrate its 35th anniversary with a Gala Military Ball on Oct.

24 at the Historic Grove Street Armory in Worcester. The event will feature red carpets, live music including WWII era tunes, and an arc of swords ceremony honoring community supporters.

The Massachusetts Health Connector announced open enrollment runs Oct.

23 through Jan. 23 as residents must choose a plan by Dec. 23 for Jan. 1 coverage - about 30-35K lawfully present noncitizens will lose federal subsidies and face double-digit premium hikes.

Reporter Tommy Cassell released his Week 5 picks for Central Mass and Worcester high school football games, covering contests scheduled Friday and Saturday.

His predictions focus on key players and game-changing moments in local matchups.