WCAC Names Giselle Rivera-Flores as New Chief External Affairs Officer
Worcester Community Action Council has hired Giselle Rivera-Flores as its new Chief External Affairs Officer, a newly created executive role focused on community engagement, external communications, advocacy, and regional partnerships.
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United Way Summer Investments Support Youth Programs Across Central Massachusetts
United Way of Central Massachusetts says $700,000 in coordinated summer investments will support approximately 4,000 children and teens across the region through learning programs, evening enrichment, volunteer service, recreation, transportation, and…
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 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…
Read MoreBlack Former Nichols College Students File Federal Civil Rights Lawsuit Alleging Racially Discriminatory Discipline
Two former Nichols College students have filed a federal civil rights lawsuit alleging the college disciplined them more harshly than white students following a 2023 campus altercation. The lawsuit also alleges discriminatory investigative practices and…
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