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Worcester
Wednesday, November 5th, 2025
Good morning, Worcester. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 5th of November.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Worcester Public Library will host a celebration at its main branch at Salem Square on Nov. 8 from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. to honor 85 years of its bookmobile program—visitors can explore two bookmobiles, a Talking Book Library van, and a new book bike while submitting name ideas that begin with L. Telegram & Gazette
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Many national chains and retailers offer free meals and discounts for veterans and active duty military in honor of Veterans Day. Offers from brands like Target and Walgreens run from late October until November 11, giving Worcester residents a chance to save on meals and everyday purchases. Telegram & Gazette
- ➤ German manufacturer Physik Instrumente opened a new U.S. headquarters in Shrewsbury to boost its operations in the Americas and address tariff challenges. Worcester Business Journal
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ This fall the New England Botanic Garden at Tower Hill features a display of handmade garden gnomes by local artists — each with its own unique personality that adds charm to the season. CEO Grace Elton said families will enjoy discovering the hidden gnomes around the garden — showcasing local creativity. Radio Worcester
- ➤ Robert Goddard, a Worcester native, fired the first liquid-fueled rocket 99 years ago in Auburn and set the stage for the Space Age. March 16th will mark the 100th anniversary of his launch with planned events including a field celebration at Packachoag Golf Course and an exhibit at the Museum of Worcester—efforts led by The Wonder Mission to honor his legacy. Worcester Business Journal
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Seven nursing students and their faculty from Atlantic Technological University in Ireland visited Worcester State as part of an international exchange program. They attended classes, lab sessions, and discussions with local nursing seniors as well as visited clinical sites — UMass Memorial Medical Center, Worcester Recovery Center and Hospital, and Fairlawn Rehabilitation Hospital. Worcester State University
- ➤ MD/PhD student Bethany Berry was re-elected as UMass Chan Medical School’s student representative on the Board of Trustees (she served in 2022–23). She will push for better funding and join the search for a new chancellor after Michael F. Collins steps down in July. UMass Chan Medical School
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Care Central VNA & Hospice in Gardner has appointed Dr. William McGee (a professor from UMass Chan Medical School’s Springfield campus) as its new hospice medical director; he began his role in October replacing retired Dr. John Harrington. Worcester Business Journal
REAL ESTATE NEWS
- ➤ Worcester investor Baystate Investment Fund bought a portfolio of New London apartments for $17.4M — the deal adds a new asset to its holdings. Worcester Business Journal
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An Evening of Authors at Worcester Public Library
5:45-9 p.m. — Worcester Public Library — Fundraiser event — Celebrate literature with Chris Bohjalian, Wally Lamb, and Kristina Forest over drinks and food.
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Niagara Purple Eagles at Holy Cross Crusaders Hockey
6-8 p.m. — Hart Center at the Luth Athletic Complex — Tickets required — Experience intense college hockey action as the Crusaders face off against the Purple Eagles.
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Maine Mariners at Worcester Railers
3:05 – 4:35 PM — DCU Center — Tickets required — Catch the Worcester Railers take on the Maine Mariners in an exciting ECHL matchup.
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Trois-Rivières Lions vs Worcester Railers
7:05-8:35 p.m. — DCU Center — Tickets available — Watch the Worcester Railers take on the Trois-Rivières Lions in an exciting hockey matchup.
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Trois-Rivières Lions vs Worcester Railers
6:05-7:35 p.m. — DCU Center — Tickets available — Watch as the Worcester Railers take on the Trois-Rivières Lions in an exciting ECHL matchup.
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Maine Mariners at Worcester Railers
10:00-11:35 a.m. — DCU Center — Ticket prices vary — Experience the thrill as the Worcester Railers skate into action against the Maine Mariners in an exciting ECHL matchup.
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Macbeth
7:30 p.m. — Worcester State University — $7-$15 — Experience Shakespeare's timeless tragedy of ambition, betrayal, and the consequences of power.
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Maine Mariners vs Worcester Railers
7:05-8:35 p.m. — DCU Center — Tickets available — Catch the Worcester Railers in action as they battle their rivals on home ice.
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Atreyu Concert
7:00-8:30 p.m. — Palladium — $54+ — Experience an electrifying performance by Atreyu at one of Worcester's premier venues.
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Blind Guardian Somewhere Far Beyond Tour
7:30-9 p.m. — Palladium — Ticketed event — Celebrate 30 years of German speed metal with Blind Guardian as they bring their classic album to life.
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TODAY'S FOOD FOR THOUGHT
In matters of style, swim with the current; in matters of principle, stand like a rock.
~ Thomas Jefferson
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