Union, Councilor, and NAACP Issue Statements Amid Worcester Policing Debate
Public debate surrounding policing and accountability in Worcester intensified this week after statements were issued by the Worcester Police union, Vice Chairman Khrystian King, and the Worcester Branch of the NAACP. Here’s a breakdown of what each…
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Worcester Redevelopment Authority Seeks Public Input on Union Station Event Space Operations
The Worcester Redevelopment Authority will host a public listening session on February 25 to gather community input regarding the future operations of the Grand Hall and restaurant space at Union Station.
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Worcester Public Schools Launches Grow Your Own Educator Program at Worcester State University
Worcester Public Schools has launched its Grow Your Own Program, a new student-to-teacher pathway that allows high school students to begin early college coursework at Worcester State University.
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Reflecting on the Legacy of Civil Rights Leader Rev. Jesse Louis Jackson
The Rev. Jesse Jackson, a defining figure in the American civil rights movement and a two-time presidential candidate, died on February 17 at the age of 84. His legacy includes decades of work in voter registration, economic equity, and multiracial…
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EcoTarium Hosts Lunar New Year Celebration in Worcester
More than 1,100 people gathered at the EcoTarium on Sunday, February 15, to celebrate the Lunar New Year and welcome the Year of the Horse. The event featured a live lion dance, cultural performances, and hands-on educational activities for families…
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