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Wednesday, December 4th, 2024
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Good morning, Worcester. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 4th of December.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ David Filar ran 153.19 miles across Massachusetts in four days, raising over $10,000 for holiday gifts for pediatric patients at UMass Memorial Children's Medical Center. Spectrum News 1
- ➤ Worcester commemorates the 25th anniversary of the Cold Storage fire that claimed the lives of six brave firefighters, with a ceremony filled with tributes and remembrance. MassLive
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ stART at the Station, Worcester's annual holiday arts festival, will feature over 125 local artists and crafters at Union Station on December 8, 2024, offering a wide range of handmade goods ideal for holiday shopping, with free public entry. Radio Worcester
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ The U.S. Senate confirmed Worcester attorney Brian E. Murphy as a judge for the District of Massachusetts by a 47-45 party-line vote. Telegram & Gazette
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ A study by Worcester State University reveals that 'intensive parenting' ideologies negatively impact the mental health of mothers by imposing unrealistic expectations for constant involvement and stimulation in their children's lives. Worcester State University
- ➤ Massachusetts Department of Public Health awards $2.6 million to initiate a substance abuse disorder diversion program in Worcester and four other cities, aiming to reduce overdoses and connect individuals with community-based services. This Week In Worcester
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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.
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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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Maine Mariners Face Worcester Railers in ECHL Action
The Worcester Railers Hockey Club returns for their seventh season of ECHL hockey, hosting the Maine Mariners at the DCU Center.
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Jingle Bell Run – Central MA
Experience the festive atmosphere at the Jingle Bell Run in Worcester, featuring a 5K road race with both in-person and virtual options.
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Preschool Story Hour: Weather and Geology
This event invites children aged 3 to 5 to enjoy a thematic hour of storytelling, activities, and a nature walk, focusing on weather and geology.
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Reading Royals vs. Worcester Railers Hockey Game
Catch an exciting evening of ECHL professional hockey as the Worcester Railers face off against the Reading Royals at the DCU Center.
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CCD Classes for Grades PreK-4
The event offers educational catechesis for children in grades PreK-4 at Our Lady of Mount Carmel and Our Lady of Loreto Parish.
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Annual Family Holiday Pops Concert
The event features talented young musicians from various schools and towns, showcasing performances from youth orchestras and chorales in a holiday-themed concert at Mechanics Hall.
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Maine Mariners vs Worcester Railers Ice Hockey Match
The Worcester Railers Hockey Club, an ECHL affiliate of the New York Islanders, returns for its seventh season of professional hockey at the DCU Center.
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Brick Fest Live - A Celebration for LEGO Enthusiasts
Brick Fest Live is a family-friendly festival at the DCU Center featuring a vast variety of LEGO exhibits, hands-on activities, and opportunities for creative building.
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