Four WPD Officers Receive Medals of Valor at Statewide Ceremony
Worcester showed up big at Mechanics Hall on October 15, where four Worcester Police officers were awarded Medals of Valor at the 42nd Trooper George L. Hanna Memorial Awards for Bravery. Officer Daniel S. Dyson was honored for helping stop an armed…
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This Weekend in Worcester: Festivals, Family Fun & Community Happenings
Hey Worcester! Ready to make the most of this gorgeous late September weekend? Whether you’re looking to rock out, get your family fun on, or just soak up some serious community vibes, we’ve got you covered. From punk rock festivals to cancer…
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Launching What’s Up Worcester News, Inc. as a 501(c)(3): A New Chapter for Community Journalism
A New Chapter for Community Journalism What’s up, Worcester? Big news. As of September 3rd, 2025, we’re leveling up. What’s Up Worcester is now What’s Up Worcester News, Inc., officially recognized as a 501(c)(3) nonprofit. That means we’re here not just…
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Leominster Incident Raises Concerns After Federal Agents Detain 5-Year-Old Girl to Arrest Immigrant Father
What happened in Leominster this week should shake every parent, every community member, and every person who believes children should never be used as pawns in immigration enforcement. Federal ICE agents detained a 5-year-old autistic girl outside her…
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Speed Humps Being Installed in Great Brook Valley to Improve Safety
Worcester’s Great Brook Valley neighborhood is about to get a whole lot safer. The Worcester Housing Authority (WHA) just announced they’re installing three new speed humps along Tacoma Street in Great Brook Valley Gardens, and honestly,…
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