Weekend Recap: Joyner Lucas Honored in Worcester
Worcester came alive this weekend as the city honored hometown rapper Joyner Lucas with his own street, Joyner Lucas Ave. The celebration at Dewey and Chandler turned into a block party filled with food trucks, music, and community pride—proving once…
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A Minute with Meagan: Fighting Hunger with Rachel’s Table Worcester
Rachel’s Table Worcester is teaming up with American Flatbread Worcester for a delicious way to fight hunger and reduce food waste. On A Minute with Meagan, Executive Director Alissa Schimmel shared how every flatbread purchased during their August 19…
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How Worcester’s New Trash Cans Are Cleaning Up More Than Litter
By Heather Smith WORCESTER — You may have noticed them: sleek, black, dual-compartment trash and recycling bins standing tall on busy corners and near bus stops around Worcester. These are WooBins, and while they may look like a simple city upgrade,…
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West Nile Virus Detected in Worcester: Here’s What You Need to Know
West Nile Virus has officially been detected in Worcester. A mosquito sample collected on Sandra Drive tested positive, prompting city officials and the Central Massachusetts Mosquito Control Project to schedule targeted pesticide spraying on August 5.…
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A Cleaner Worcester Starts with All of Us
In past coverage, What’s Up Worcester has spotlighted the city’s growing cleanliness concerns—from overflowing trash bins to neglected lots. Now, City Manager Eric D. Batista is stepping up with a bold, citywide cleanup plan backed by action, not just…
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