Good morning, Worcester.

Mike Nicholson has donated $1,000 to the Telegram & Gazette Santa Fund to honor his family, participating for 25 years to keep cherished memories of past Christmases alive.

Worcester Public Schools named their basketball court after fallen Officer Enmanuel 'Manny' Familia, honoring his heroism and legacy following his death in a rescue attempt in 2021.

A man was arrested in Worcester for a late Friday night shooting resulting in one fatality.

A massage spa in Webster has been shut down after a months-long investigation revealed illegal activities and potential ties to human trafficking.

A Watertown-based developer plans to build 185 market-rate apartments on part of the former Table Talk Pies factory site in Worcester, aiming for revitalization despite previous project delays and financing challenges.

Worcester Public Schools have increased their BIPOC staff by 7% since the 2019-2020 school year, yet still aim to better reflect the diversity of their predominantly BIPOC student body.

Assumption University is sending 13 students to El Paso, Texas, for a week to learn about immigration issues directly at the U.S.-Mexico border.

In 2024, UMass Chan Medical School celebrated a Nobel Prize win, launched a new education/research building and a regional campus in Burlington, alongside various significant educational and community achievements.

The U.S. Department of Justice's delayed report on the Worcester Police Department reveals constitutional rights violations, with city officials providing misleading statements about its findings.

At 17, Adrian Valdez becomes Massachusetts' youngest professional boxer, boasting a 2-0 record with first-round knockouts, aiming to build a lasting legacy.

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.

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.

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.

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.

Noon Year's Eve Celebration

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

Stretch Therapy Workshop

This event offers insights into Stretch Therapy and techniques for personalized stretching to improve daily wellbeing and reduce pain.