Worcester Organizations Join Statewide Education Lawsuit Against Massachusetts
Two Worcester-based organizations, Worcester Interfaith and YWCA of Central Massachusetts, are among the plaintiffs in a statewide lawsuit challenging Massachusetts’ public school districting system. The lawsuit alleges that the state is violating…
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Supreme Court Upholds Birthright Citizenship, With Massachusetts Case Tied to Broader Legal Fight
The U.S. Supreme Court ruled that children born in the United States to parents who are unlawfully or temporarily present are citizens at birth under the Fourteenth Amendment. The decision has local relevance for Worcester, where one in four residents is…
Read MorePrince the Fit Barber and Jerry’s Tastee-Freeze Team Up for Free Ice Cream Giveaway at Worcester City Hall
Prince the Fit Barber, whose real name is Principe “Prince” Virtuez, teamed up with Jerry’s Tastee-Freeze to give out free ice cream at Worcester City Hall on the first day of summer. What’s Up Worcester was there as just under 200 people were served…
Read MoreDianne Langford James Shares Her Story of Recovery, Accountability, and Building Legacy
Dianne Langford James, author of Breaking Cycles & Building Your Legacy, spoke with What’s Up Worcester about recovery, accountability, family, and the work of changing generational patterns.
Read MoreMake Music Day Worcester Brings Free Performances Across the City
Make Music Day Worcester returned June 21 with free performances scheduled across public spaces, businesses, and community gathering places throughout the city. What’s Up Worcester documented portions of the citywide event, while noting that not every…
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