Good morning, Worcester.

Spoodles Deli in downtown Worcester will remain closed after plans to move and reopen fell through.

Owner Georges Makhlouf said he lost a lot of money during the pandemic and few customers visited — making it not worth reopening — so the popular lunch spot will not resume service after 30 years.

After two weeks of competition, eight local bands remain in Worcester Magazine's Digital Battle of the Bands as fans vote online, with voting ending on Oct 23 & Round Two set to begin at 5 a.m. on Oct 27.

On Oct 11, Niki Luparelli’s Haunted Speakeasy filled Hanover Theatre with lively jazz adaptations of modern songs and a mix of eccentric performers—zombie pirates, flappers, and burlesque dancers—in what has become the best Halloween event in town.

Telegram and Gazette is asking local readers to vote for Student of the Week from four nominees chosen by school leaders at Claremont Academy and Burncoat High School.

The nominees (Cathy, Gileyza, Natalia and Isabella) are recognized for balancing strong school work with community service.

Worcester man Jamshid Shadfar won $1 million in the $5,000,000 100X Cashword scratch ticket game at Value Mart on Hamilton St this past Thursday.

He chose a one-time cash payment of $650,000 before taxes to fund his retirement + the lottery game now has one $1 million prize and one $5 million prize remaining.

Sandy L. Dunn, who climbed from receptionist to general manager at the DCU Center in 1995 and has overseen four decades of concerts and events, will retire in January while assistant general manager Jim Moughan, with the center since 1982, is also set to leave — a change praised by city officials.

Oakham residents oppose a proposed battery storage facility set for a public hearing on Oct.16 from 6 to 9 p.m. at Oakham Center School—local officials and longtime residents fear the project could bring loud noise and environmental risks that harm nearby water supplies in the town.

Worcester singles use dating apps with AI to match people by learning their text and interests—this new tool helps them make better connections.

The apps block fake profiles and give chat tips so local daters can meet at spots like BirchTree Bread Company—making dating smart and safe.

Jennifer Toland chose top football plays for readers to vote on the Hometeam Football Player of the Week sponsored by YMCA of Central Massachusetts—Shepherd Hill's Devin Rowden won last week's poll with 21,389 votes over Liam Richard from Groton-Dunstable and Joel LaChapelle from Northbridge. Coaches can send in game results for future polls through the Hometeam Scoreboard.

Toronzo Cannon Concert

7:30-10:30 p.m. — Bull Run Restaurant — Check for ticket prices — Experience the electrifying blues sounds of Toronzo Cannon from Chicago.

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.

Live Music by Jim Infantino & Lisa Bastoni

1-5 p.m. — Hyland Orchard Pavilion — Check website for ticket info — Enjoy alternating sets from talented songwriters while picking apples.

Adirondack Thunder vs Worcester Railers

3:05 – 4:35 PM — DCU Center — Ticket prices vary — Catch an exciting match as the Worcester Railers take on the Adirondack Thunder in their eighth season of ECHL action.

Get the Led Out Tribute Concert

8-11 p.m. — Stadium Theatre — $34, $39, $44 — Experience the epic sounds of Led Zeppelin performed live with authentic energy and artistry.

Long Subaru 15th Annual Love-A-Pet Event

10 a.m. – 2 p.m. — Long Subaru — Free entry — Celebrate furry friends with adoptable pets and a cutest pet contest.

Live Music Featuring Josh Kerwin

11 AM – 3 PM — Tangerini's Spring Street Farm — Free entry — Experience self-taught artistry with Josh Kerwin's unique piano and vocal performance.

Worcester Bitcoin Meetup

6-9 p.m. — The Boynton Restaurant & Spirits — Free entry — Connect with local bitcoin enthusiasts to share insights and deepen your understanding of Bitcoin.

Hallelujah Night Celebration

7-10 p.m. — The Hanover Theatre and Conservatory for the Performing Arts — Tickets required ($1) — Experience an inspiring evening of worship and community with uplifting performances.

Born of Osiris with The Browning

6:30-8:00 p.m. — Palladium — Tickets available — Experience high-energy performances from progressive metal innovators as part of the Through Shadows USA Tour.