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Good morning, Worcester. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 6th of December.

COMMUNITY NEWS

  • Worcester is engaging students in naming four new snowplows through a contest, aiming to foster community spirit and creativity.  Telegram & Gazette
  • Worcester will honor firefighters Jon D. Davies Sr. and Christopher J. Roy, who died in the line of duty in 2011 and 2018 respectively, in ceremonies on Sunday and Monday.  Telegram & Gazette

CRIME NEWS

  • Nehemias Montes, 47, was arrested at Union Station, Worcester, for outstanding robbery warrants and possession of fentanyl.  This Week in Worcester
  • Two weeks after a shooting at Tatnuck Square Apartments in Worcester resulted in two fatalities, the investigation continues without arrests or victim identification.  Telegram & Gazette

EDUCATION NEWS

  • QCC President Dr. Luis Pedraja highlights finals preparation, the introduction of K9 Siggy as Massachusetts' first community college resource dog, and enhances student support services.  Radio Worcester
  • Eighty robotics teams from 11 states and three countries will compete in the WAVE at VEX V5 Robotics Competition at Worcester Polytechnic Institute, showcasing young talents in robotics engineering.  Worcester Polytechnic Institute
  • UMass Chan Medical School broadens its Baccalaureate MD Pathway Program, offering mentorship and resources to underrepresented students, now including those from Worcester State University.  UMass Chan Medical School
  • Worcester Public Schools shut due to snow with a winter weather advisory, followed by high winds affecting the area.  Telegram & Gazette

ENVIRONMENT NEWS

  • Worcester County reports varying snowfall totals, with Hardwick receiving the highest at 9.2 inches.  Telegram & Gazette

EVENTS

SUBMIT EVENT
  • 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.

    Sat, 12/7/24

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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.

    Sun, 12/8/24

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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.

    Tue, 12/10/24

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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.

    Wed, 12/11/24

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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.

    Sun, 12/15/24

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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.

    Sat, 12/21/24

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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.

    Sun, 12/22/24

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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.

    Sat, 12/28/24

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  • Brick Fest Live - Family Event for LEGO Enthusiasts

    Brick Fest Live at the DCU Center offers a celebration of LEGO with interactive attractions, life-size models, and a Guinness World-Record Setting Mosaic.

    Sun, 12/29/24

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  • Noon Year's Eve Celebration

    Celebrate the arrival of the new year with fun activities and experiences at the EcoTarium in Worcester.

    Tue, 12/31/24

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