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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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Lawrence Man Indicted for Fatal Shooting on University Campus

By Jerry Filmore

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A Lawrence man faces indictment on a murder charge in connection with the tragic October shooting that claimed the life of a 19-year-old on the Worcester State University campus. This announcement came from Worcester County District Attorney Joseph D.…

Authorities Probe Early Morning Car Crash in Spencer, Massachusetts

By Jerry Filmore

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Spencer, Massachusetts – In the early hours of Monday morning, Spencer Police swiftly responded to a distressing report of a severe car accident at the intersection of Paxton and Thompson Pond Roads, marking a concerning incident at approximately…

Worcester Police Make Arrest in Traffic Stop with Illegal Handgun Recovery

By Jerry Filmore

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In a noteworthy turn of events during a routine traffic stop in Worcester, local police uncovered an illegal handgun, leading to the arrest of a 32-year-old motorist this Monday morning. The Worcester Police, operating as part of the city’s…

Gaza Breakout Alters the Israeli-Palestinian Conflict Scene and Debunks Misconceptions

By Jerry Filmore

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Worcester, MA – In a stunning surprise attack, Palestinian fighters from the Gaza Strip have reshaped the Israeli-Palestinian conflict, leaving lasting impacts that have caught the world’s attention. The audacious breakout from Gaza, which many…

Controversy Surrounds New Drug Treatment Center’s Proposed Location in Worcester

By Jerry Filmore

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WORCESTER, MA – Worcester residents are voicing concerns over the planned establishment of a new drug treatment center in their community, highlighting the proposed location’s proximity to schools, bus stops, and elderly housing. Spectrum…