Earlier start for Worcester City Council meetings draws mixed reactions
A proposal to begin council meetings at 5:30 p.m. aims to accommodate public comment and shorten late-night sessions, but some councilors worry about accessibility
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One dead, another critically injured in Worcester shooting
Police are investigating an early Sunday shooting near Southbridge Street that left one man dead and another critically injured. The circumstances remain unclear
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Worcester man, 48, killed in Boston crash; family mourns father of three
Ilir Janko Melka died Sunday after another vehicle struck his SUV on the Arborway in Jamaica Plain. Authorities are investigating the collision, which also left an 18-year-old driver hospitalized
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Worcester fall leaf collection begins Nov. 2; parking restrictions to take effect
The city’s annual leaf collection program is expected to take four to five weeks, with temporary parking bans on scheduled streets. Residents can also bring leaves to three city disposal sites
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Worcester attorney among five Bowditch partners named to national family law list
Worcester resident Lynette Paczkowski and four fellow Bowditch attorneys have been recognized in Lawdragon’s 2027 guide to 500 leading family lawyers nationwide
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A boy who struggled to be heard finds his voice—and a championship—in the waves
Sutton’s Ollie Charest, 11, overcame anxiety and found confidence through adaptive surfing. Now a champion, he hopes to help other children discover the same joy
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Worcester prepares for winter as city council takes up snow removal changes
After one of Worcester’s snowiest winters, city officials outline equipment and staffing improvements as councilors review traffic safety, leaf collection, waste reduction and other issues
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From Alaska to Worcester, Cam McDonald finds his footing with Railers
Railers defenseman Cam McDonald brings a defense-first approach, Alaska hockey roots and hopes of reaching the AHL into the 2026-27 season
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Peppercorn’s owner retiring after 29 years, selling Worcester restaurant to former employee
Tom Oliveri is handing over the longtime Park Avenue restaurant to Joe Kaplan and an ownership group that includes Peppercorn’s general manager and head chef. Customers can expect the same menu, staff and atmosphere
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Greater Worcester Community Foundation awards scholarships to 488 students
The foundation’s 2026 scholarship program includes a record $104,000 award to a Worcester Polytechnic Institute student, as well as financial assistance for hundreds of students pursuing higher education