McGovern Skips 2026 State of the Union, Shares Criticism in Message to Supporters
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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Union, Councilor, and NAACP Issue Statements Amid Worcester Policing Debate
Public debate surrounding policing and accountability in Worcester intensified this week after statements were issued by the Worcester Police union, Vice Chairman Khrystian King, and the Worcester Branch of the NAACP. Here’s a breakdown of what each…
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City to Announce Event Schedule for Robert Goddard First Launch Centennial
Local officials and institutional leaders will gather on Tuesday, February 17, to announce a month-long series of events celebrating the 100th anniversary of Robert Goddard's first liquid-fueled rocket launch. The press conference will take place at the…
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City Manager Appoints Seema Dixit as Health and Human Services Commissioner
Worcester City Manager Eric D. Batista has appointed Seema Dixit as the new Commissioner of Health and Human Services. Dixit brings over 25 years of public health experience, recently serving as Deputy Director for the Rhode Island Department of Health.
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Worcester Amends Executive Order to Restrict Use of Municipal Property by Federal Immigration Agents
The City of Worcester has amended its policy regarding federal immigration enforcement to prohibit the use of municipal property for staging operations. The updates also require the release of body camera footage involving federal agents in civil…
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