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Jerry Filmore

Jerry Filmore is the Founder and Editor-in-Chief of What’s Up Worcester News, Inc. is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization community news outlet dedicated to informing, engaging, and empowering Worcester through accessible, accurate, and inclusive storytelling. With over a decade of experience in management, community organizing, and media production, Jerry leads with a passion for amplifying local voices and spotlighting the people, places, and stories that make Worcester Massachusetts thrive. When he’s not producing new shows or organizing community initiatives like Woo CommuniTree or Worcester Voices: Community Awards & Celebration Night, you can find Jerry collaborating with local creatives, mentoring young reporters, and continuing to build bridges across Worcester’s neighborhoods.

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McGovern Skips 2026 State of the Union, Shares Criticism in Message to Supporters

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Rep. Jim McGovern said he skipped President Donald Trump’s 2026 State of the Union and watched remotely, sharing a message to supporters outlining his criticisms of the address and the administration’s policies.

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Resilient Worcester has received a $347,000 grant from UMass Memorial Health to expand its Handle With Care program to childcare providers and add a Family Navigator to Worcester’s trauma response system.

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Worcester Public Schools will integrate 20 new electric school buses into its fleet starting the week of March 2. The vehicles were funded by state and federal grants to support local sustainability efforts.

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The EcoTarium will open the “Secret World of Elephants” exhibition on March 7, 2026. The exhibition, developed by the American Museum of Natural History, will run through September 7 and feature interactive science displays and conservation focused…

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The Worcester Public Schools Athletic Hall of Fame has announced its Class of 2026 inductees, with a ceremony scheduled for May 8 at the College of the Holy Cross.