Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 21st of November.
Good morning, Worcester.
🚨 Crime
A Worcester restaurant owner faces arrest after assaulting a local activist with spray paint at City Hall.
🎭 Culture
Nine Worcester-area fashion designers and artists are displaying their creations in the Denholm Building's windows for 'Heart of Fashion & Art', reviving the site's historical allure with a contemporary twist.
📰 Economy
Worcester announces free parking on Saturdays in December to encourage shopping at local businesses and support holiday season events.
Raising Cane's aims to launch its first Worcester location in fall 2025, featuring a 3,500 square-foot restaurant with a two-lane drive-through and 40 parking spaces.
🏛️ Government
Worcester Police Department initiates internal investigations into 27 officers for allegedly circumventing online training requirements via technological means.
Mayor Joe Petty addresses an $800K shortfall at Polar Park and the withdrawal of a developer, while considering future paths for Worcester.
🏥 Health
Medical experts in Worcester, Massachusetts, report a rise in cases of walking pneumonia and whooping cough, emphasizing the importance of vaccinations to curb these respiratory illnesses.
📰 Lifestyle
Lindsay McNealy, a photographer inspired by her aunt, has turned her lifelong passion into a thriving business, Eyeswideshuttered Photography, offering a wide range of services with a focus on mental health awareness.
The Shrewsbury Street Santa Pub Crawl, featuring food samples and beverages at 10 venues along Worcester's Restaurant Row, is set for Dec.
7.
🎉 Worcester Events
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Briscoe Concert at Palladium
Experience a live performance by Briscoe at the Palladium in Worcester, MA, offering a night of music and entertainment.
Trois-Rivières Lions vs Worcester Railers
Experience an exciting night of professional hockey as the Worcester Railers take on the Trois-Rivières Lions at the DCU Center.
Trois-Rivières Lions vs. Worcester Railers Hockey Match
Experience thrilling professional hockey as the Worcester Railers take on the Trois-Rivières Lions at the DCU Center.
Holden Turkey Trot 2024
Participate in the Holden Turkey Trot, a community-focused race taking place at Seven Saws Brewing Company.
The Nutcracker: A Timeless Holiday Ballet
Experience the enchanting story of Clara and her journey through the Land of Sweets in this beloved Christmas ballet, accompanied by live music from the Hanover Theatre Nutcracker Orchestra.
The Nutcracker Performance
Experience the enchanting ballet 'The Nutcracker', featuring multiple performances at The Hanover Theatre in Worcester, MA.
The Nutcracker Ballet Performance
The Nutcracker is a beloved Christmas ballet featuring a magical story of dancing toys and a Nutcracker prince, performed at The Hanover Theatre.
Judy Collins Concert
Grammy award-winning artist Judy Collins will perform, showcasing her iconic voice and diverse musical repertoire that spans over 50 years.
Festival of Giving Trees 2024
Celebrate the 27th anniversary of the Festival of Giving Trees, a four-day family event supporting local cancer charities with both live and virtual participation.
Maine Mariners vs. Worcester Railers Hockey Match
The Worcester Railers Hockey Club, affiliated with the New York Islanders, celebrates their seventh season of professional hockey at the DCU Center.
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