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Mystery on Main Street: catacombs under downtown Worcester
A Worcester Public Library historian traces the origins of the city’s legendary “catacombs” and separates…
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Worcester marks 250 years of the Knox Trail
Revolutionary War milestone honored with public event tracing Henry Knox’s daring winter march that helped…
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Paving the way: Bill Wallace’s legacy becomes part of Worcester
A street sign outside the Museum of Worcester will soon carry the name of the…
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Worcester in 2025: A city laid bare
From ICE protests to elections, arts upheaval to packed ballparks, a year of conflict, gathering…
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Hawaii’s early print legacy finds a home in Worcester
American Antiquarian Society preserves one of the nation’s largest collections of 19th-century Hawaiian language materials
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Committee supports honoring fallen firefighter with field naming
Doherty High’s naming committee and the school committee clear the way for a field dedication…
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Burlesque brunch brings glamour, history, queer joy to Worcester
Lady LaRouge and Dolores Sweet headline Silk & Satin at Femme Bar on Oct. 5
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Hidden in plain sight: women’s work in 19th-century America
From leech appliers to photographers, a new American Antiquarian Society project uncovers the overlooked stories…
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Worcester gears up for weekend of pride, performance, community
From marches to drag shows, the city comes alive this weekend for Pride Worcester’s 50th…
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YWCA seeks nominations for 2025 Erskine Awards
Annual honor recognizes local women who advance racial justice and empower others
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