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Friday, December 13th, 2024
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Good morning, Worcester. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 13th of December.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ The College of the Holy Cross in Worcester will be the starting point for the Pan-Mass Challenge in August 2026, expecting over 6,800 riders and 3,500 volunteers. This Week In Worcester
- ➤ The T&G Santa fund, aided by donations from readers, businesses, and organizations, will provide gifts for nearly 8,000 children in need this year, with United Way of Central Massachusetts as a key partner. Telegram & Gazette
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Five individuals, including two former Massachusetts residents now in Brazil, were charged for their role in a scheme to fraudulently obtain driver's licenses for over 600 undocumented immigrants, collecting hundreds of thousands of dollars. Telegram & Gazette
- ➤ Jonathan Lind was found guilty of perjury related to his involvement in the 2018 murder of Brandon Chicklis, with sentencing scheduled for January 21. Telegram & Gazette
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Worcester's vibrant holiday calendar features punk flea markets, a makers' market, holiday concerts, and a drag show, offering a variety of festive activities and shopping opportunities. Telegram & Gazette
- ➤ Four Year Strong continues its annual tradition with a holiday show at the Palladium on December 14, featuring both new songs and fan favorites, along with notable supporting acts. Telegram & Gazette
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Three Massachusetts college students won a national award for inventing a device that converts manual wheelchairs into battery-powered ones, aiming to improve mobility affordably. Worcester Polytechnic Institute
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Tom Marino, Mark Henderson, and Randy Feldman discuss a DOJ report on the Worcester Police Department, indicating systemic issues and urging city accountability and reform. Radio Worcester
- ➤ The Worcester City Council approved a revised three-year contract for City Manager Eric D. Batista, incorporating salary adjustments and changes to contract terms. MassLive
- ➤ Worcester residents to face higher property tax bills in 2025 despite City Council approving a lower tax rate. MassLive
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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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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.
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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.
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Stretch Therapy Workshop
This event offers insights into Stretch Therapy and techniques for personalized stretching to improve daily wellbeing and reduce pain.
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