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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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Coes Reservoir Closed After Cyanobacteria Levels Exceed Public Health Threshold

By Jerry Filmore

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Coes Reservoir is closed to swimming, boating and fishing after testing found cyanobacteria levels above the state recreational public health threshold. Indian Lake also remains under a cyanobacteria health advisory, while Bell Pond beach, city pools and…

City Says DOJ Has Closed Worcester Police Investigation Without Further Action

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The City of Worcester says the U.S. Department of Justice has closed its investigation into the Worcester Police Department without further action. The decision comes nearly four years after the federal investigation began and follows a 2024 DOJ report…

West Nile Virus Detected in Worcester Mosquito Sample, Spraying Planned for Thursday

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West Nile virus has been detected in a mosquito sample collected in Worcester, prompting truck-mounted spraying in nearly 30 streets on Thursday, August 6. No human cases have been detected, and the city’s risk level is currently moderate.

Worcester Creator’s Videos Raise Questions About Student Privacy, Consent and Responsible Recording

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Public videos posted by a Worcester content creator known as The Struggle Brother show identifiable students, people who appear unresponsive and residents objecting to continued recording. Worcester Public Schools said an unidentified individual involved…

508 C.H.E.E.R.S. Youth Voice Summit Will Bring Young Worcester Leaders Before Community Panel

By Jerry Filmore

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Young participants in 508 C.H.E.E.R.S.’ six-week Summer Leadership Experience will present projects addressing issues they believe deserve greater attention in Worcester during the organization’s inaugural Youth Voice Summit on Wednesday, Aug. 5.