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West Nile detected in Worcester; mosquito spraying scheduled
No human cases reported; mosquito control to spray Worcester neighborhoods Aug. 26
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Safe Exit helps hundreds escape Worcester sex trade
Survivor-led nonprofit aided 660 women and girls in 2024 with shelter, recovery, and re-entry support
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Saint Vincent Hospital under scrutiny after deaths, safety lapses
State and federal regulators cite systemic failures, whistleblower retaliation, and staffing shortages at Worcester facility
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UMass Memorial, St. V’s named among best regional hospitals
Worcester facilities earn recognition in U.S. News & World Report’s annual rankings
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Champions for Children set for 7th year, supports foster youth
CASA Project Worcester County fundraiser celebrates advocates, raises support for foster youth
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City relaunches ‘Clean’ program, Russell calls for bulk drop-off
Updated cleanup initiative launches alongside councilor’s push to expand no-fee access to drop-off center
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UMass Chan Chancellor Collins to step down in 2026
Longest-serving chancellor to end 19-year tenure leading state’s only public medical school
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Indian Lake scheduled for preventative algae treatment
City warns residents to avoid water use during copper sulfate application to keep lake healthy
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Worcester to share year 1 updates on Miyawaki Forests
Two August events highlight progress and ecological impact of city’s dense urban plantings
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Pizza with Purpose: Flatbread night to fight hunger in Worcester
Rachel’s Table and American Flatbread team up to fight hunger across Worcester — one slice…
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