On the evening of October 18th, 2024, Worcester Police Vice Squad officers executed a search warrant at a Queen Street apartment, leading to a significant drug and firearm bust. Around 4:50 PM, officers entered the residence, detaining several individuals inside the apartment. A search of the premises uncovered a large quantity of substances believed to…
By Jerry Filmore As the November 5th, 2024 State Election approaches, it’s time to prepare to make your voice heard. Voting is a constitutional right given to every American, and every vote, including yours, makes a difference. On June 22, 2022, the VOTES Act was signed into law, making several temporary changes from the pandemic…
In the early hours of October 12, 2024, at approximately 5:30 AM, Worcester Police officers were dispatched to the Banner Bar and Grill on Green Street after receiving a report of a past break-in. Upon arrival, officers discovered that the business had been forcibly entered, and several items had been stolen. Investigators worked to piece…
District 5 City Councilor Etel Haxhiaj is inviting residents to a district-wide fire safety and prevention informational meeting at Our Lady of the Angels. The session will feature valuable insights from Worcester Fire Department Lt. Robin Melvin and the City’s Emergency Management Director, Rob Connolly. Topics will include fire prevention tips, how to protect your…
A Shrewsbury store is celebrating alongside a Worcester woman after selling the winning ticket for a major lottery prize. Laura Capalbo of Worcester won $4 million in the Massachusetts State Lottery’s “100X Cash” $10 instant ticket game. Capalbo opted for the cash payout, taking home a one-time payment of $2.6 million before taxes. When asked…
