Worcester Public Schools to Expand Full-Day Preschool and Launch New Special Education Support
Worcester Public Schools announced plans to add 75 full-day preschool seats and launch a new special education support program for the 2026-27 school year. The cost-neutral expansion involves repositioning underutilized half-day seats to meet high demand…
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Heelys and 80s Nostalgia: Livy Scanlon on Reimagining Puck for the Worcester Stage
Actor Livy Scanlon discusses the dual role of Philostrate and Puck in the Hanover Theatre Repertory’s 1980s themed adaptation of A Midsummer Night’s Dream. The production uses unique physicality and a neon nightclub setting to explore relatable human…
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Worcester Educational Development Foundation Opens Spring 2026 Mini-Grant Applications
The Worcester Educational Development Foundation has opened applications for its Spring 2026 Mini-Grant cycle, featuring a "20 for 20" initiative to award 20 grants to local educators. The program offers up to $500 for classroom projects aligned with…
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Worcester NAACP Issues Statement on Arrests in Delgado-Garcia Case
The Worcester NAACP issued a statement Tuesday calling the recent arrests in the Enrique Delgado-Garcia case a "meaningful step forward." President Fred Taylor reaffirmed the organization's support for the family and the necessity of independent…
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Dominican Cultural Events Scheduled Across Worcester on February 27, 2026
A series of Dominican cultural events, including a flag raising, art reception, and evening marketplace, are scheduled across Worcester on February 27, 2026.
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