Potential SNAP Cuts: What Worcester Residents Need To Know
Massachusetts DTA "is waiting for federeal rule before making changes. Your benefits stay the same today" despite lack of federal SNAP funding for November.
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Worcester Declares Level-2 Significant Drought: New Water Restrictions in Effect
Heads up, Worcester! Our city is officially dealing with some serious dry spell drama. As of September 9, 2025, the state’s Drought Management Task Force declared a Level-2 Significant Drought for our Central Massachusetts region. Translation?…
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SHREWSBURY—Father Killed After School Drop-Off in Jordan Pond Tragedy
A quiet Thursday morning in Shrewsbury turned into heartbreak after a father was killed just moments after dropping off his 6-year-old son at school. At 8:28 a.m. on Aug. 28, the 57-year-old man, carrying his child’s scooter and helmet, decided to take a…
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In Case You Missed It: Worcester News Roundup – August 24, 2025
From a Strathmore shooting to Burncoat High’s time capsule, Worcester’s weekly roundup has it all—big headlines, school updates, and community events you don’t want to miss. Stay caught up with What’s Up Worcester.
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Worcester Public Schools Communications Team Wins Five National Awards for Excellence
Worcester, MA—June 7, 2025— The Worcester Public Schools (WPS) Communications Department is once again making headlines, this time for creating them. The team has been honored with five national awards from the National School Public Relations…
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