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Thursday, December 4th, 2025
Good morning, Worcester. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 4th of December.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Chester, a 4-year-old Scottish Highland bull, has been on the loose in Uxbridge since August and is frequently seen along Hazel Street as locals share sightings online. His family monitors him closely and asks residents to call (508) 261-4197 if they see him so he is not approached. Telegram & Gazette
- ➤ Residents can now vote in the final round of the contest to choose Central MA's best diner. Voting lasts until noon on Tuesday, Dec. 9 (selecting between Lou Roc's Diner in Worcester and Dinky's Blue Belle Diner in Shrewsbury). Telegram & Gazette
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Saint-Gobain opened its new 47,000-square-foot headquarters building for its abrasives business on Wed, Dec. 3 in Worcester. The 15-month project will soon host 120 employees and support local hiring, officials said. Telegram & Gazette
- ➤ UniBank is celebrating its 1-year anniversary by offering gas at 10 cents per gallon for up to 30 gallons today from 7 a.m. to 10 a.m. at Chop Chop Convenience Gulf Station, 185 Madison St. in Kelley Square - CEO Michael Welch will pump gas as part of the event. Radio Worcester
- ➤ Main Street Bank will see longtime executive VP Ruth Cavanagh retire at the end of 2025 as the Marlborough-based bank adds two new senior vice presidents—Jessica Royce to lead commercial lending and Craig Nardi to manage retail lending. They will assume her duties as demand for specialized lending grows. Worcester Business Journal
- ➤ Newell Brands announced that Yankee Candle will close about 20 stores in January and lay off 900 workers in December—mostly in administrative roles. Among the closures are 15 local locations, so customers may shop online or at nearby stores until then. Telegram & Gazette
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Eric A. Butler, a local cultural leader who once explored Worcester history in sixth grade, will become the new executive director of the Museum of Worcester (30 Elm St.) effective Jan. 5. He succeeds William D. Wallace, who is retiring after nearly 50 years at the museum. Telegram & Gazette
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ Worcester Business Journal invites readers to share opinions on Central Massachusetts' 2026 economy by completing a survey; responses received by Dec. 17 may win voters one of three $50 gift cards (survey results will shape the annual Economic Forecast). Worcester Business Journal
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Saint Vincent Hospital in Worcester announced it is searching for a new CEO after less than one year with Denten Park, and it is also looking for a new chief nursing officer. The selection process is expected to begin soon. Worcester Business Journal
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Handel's Messiah Performance
8:00 – 9:30 p.m. — Mechanics Hall — Ticket purchase required — Experience the Worcester Chorus as they perform the timeless holiday classic, Handel's Messiah.
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Sans Souci Tribute to JGB
6:30-9:30 p.m. — Electric Haze Llc — Tickets starting at $15.44 — Enjoy a night of alternative rock with a tribute to JGB.
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New England Winter Market
9 AM-6 PM — DCU Center — Check Official Website — Experience a festive market filled with local artisans, gourmet foods, and holiday cheer.
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Saves The Day and Glassjaw Concert
6:30-8:00 p.m. — Palladium — $TBA — Experience an electrifying evening with indie rock legends in a vibrant venue.
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45th Annual Massachusetts Symphony Orchestra Holiday Pops Concert
8-10 p.m. — Mechanics Hall — $47+ — Experience Worcester's festive holiday celebration with the Massachusetts Symphony and special guest performances.
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Candlelight: Tribute to Coldplay
8:30-9:30 p.m. — Mechanics Hall — $25.65 — Experience the music of Coldplay in a candlelit setting for a unique musical celebration.
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A Christmas Carol
7:00 – 8:30 PM — The Hanover Theatre and Conservatory for the Performing Arts — Tickets from $102 — Enjoy a classic holiday tale brought to life in a stunning theatrical performance.
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Fourth Annual Royal Holiday Ball
6-11 p.m. — Courtyard by Marriott Worcester — Cost not specified — Experience a magical evening of celebration, dancing, and festive treats fit for royalty.
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Sans Souci Tribute to JGB
6:30-9:30 p.m. — Electric Haze Llc — Tickets starting at $15.44 — Experience a tribute to JGB with live alternative rock music.
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A Christmas Carol
7:00 – 8:30 PM — The Hanover Theatre and Conservatory for the Performing Arts — Ticket prices vary — Experience a classic holiday tale brought to life in a beautiful theater setting.
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