What’s Up Worcester Believed to Be First Black-Founded News Outlet in Worcester History
What’s Up Worcester says current research indicates the nonprofit newsroom may be the first Black-founded news outlet in Worcester’s history. The finding is based on outreach to local historical resources and documentation gathered by the…
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Clark University Launches Mental Health Counseling Graduate Program to Address Regional Workforce Shortage
Clark University has announced a new master’s degree in mental health counseling starting in Fall 2026. The program aims to address the ongoing shortage of licensed clinicians in Central Massachusetts.
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Worcester School Committee to Review $3.2 Million Math Curriculum Purchase and Student Initiatives at March 26 Meeting
The Worcester School Committee’s Teaching, Learning, and Student Success Committee will review a proposed $3.2 million math curriculum purchase along with student and library initiatives at its March 26 meeting.
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Massachusetts Teen Set to Testify Before Congressional Forum as Family Pursues Claim Over Chelsea ICE Encounter
A Massachusetts teenager is set to testify before a congressional public forum as her family continues to pursue a federal claim over a September 2025 ICE encounter in Chelsea. The case centers on allegations made in a Federal Tort Claims Act filing and…
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Upcoming Production at The Hanover Theatre Repertory Explores the Life of Eartha Kitt
The Hanover Theatre Repertory presents Who Is Eartha Mae?, an original play with music starring Jade Wheeler. Running April 8–19 at the BrickBox Theater, the production explores the legendary life and civil rights advocacy of Eartha Kitt.
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