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DOJ finds Worcester police engaged in excessive force, sexual misconduct
The findings follow a two-year investigation into the Worcester Police Department. -
25 years ago, six Worcester firefighters made the 'ultimate sacrifice' in warehouse fire
The Worcester community is honoring the six firefighters who lost their lives in a massive warehouse fire. -
Worcester's city manager could soon make over $300,000 a year. Some residents aren't happy about it.
City councilors will consider giving the manager a raise at their next meeting in December. -
To meet housing crisis, report finds Gateway Cities need twice as much construction
The report by the MassINC Policy Center says half of Gateway City residents are cost-burdened, paying more than 30% of their income on rent. -
51 years later, overdue book is finally returned to Worcester Public Library
The book was added to Worcester Public Library’s collection in 1899. Then in 1973, it was checked out and never returned. -
Thousands of animals are killed every year on Mass. roads. There's a lasting impact.
The state can’t build large wildlife passageways because of suburban development, but experts say there are other ways to address the problem. -
BACHtoberfest launches ambitious 11-year project in Worcester
Music Worcester Executive Director Adrian Finlay and performer Zlatomir Fung discuss the inspiration for "The Complete Bach." -
Pro-Palestinian protestors shut down Worcester City Council meeting
The protest concerned a petition calling for the city support a ceasefire in Gaza. -
Shuttered Stop & Shop goods to go to local food banks, animal shelters
Seven Stop & Shop locations and a bfresh market are shuttering across Massachusetts at the end of the month. -
Worcester appoints permanent chief equity officer following long search
Worcester's last permanent official in charge of diversity and equity stepped down in early 2022.
