Episodes

  • Worcester: Two fatal crashes under investigation in Worcester | June 11

    Worcester: Two fatal crashes under investigation in Worcester | June 11
    Jun 11 2026
    Worcester officials are investigating two fatal crashes involving road closures, including a pedestrian struck by a flatbed tow truck and a deadly collision on a major thoroughfare. The city is also launching its Fitness In The Parks Summer Series this weekend with free outdoor workouts in local parks.
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    1 min
  • Worcester: National Grid upgrades power lines in Central Mass | June 10

    Worcester: National Grid upgrades power lines in Central Mass | June 10
    Jun 10 2026
    Worcester's Local Wire update covers National Grid's infrastructure project in Central Massachusetts, state education and transportation funding, and the opening of Wonder Food Hall. Highlights include King Philip High School's baseball win and weather forecast for the region.
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    1 min
  • Worcester: Arrest made in East Haven street takeover | June 09

    Worcester: Arrest made in East Haven street takeover | June 09
    Jun 9 2026
    Worcester officials address rising concerns over a street takeover in East Haven involving a 22-year-old suspect from Massachusetts, while over 300 layoffs in Worcester County spark discussions about economic support and job training. The city also celebrates two local leaders on the Worcester Business Journal’s Power 100 list and recognizes the Worcester Railers’ eighth straight Community Award nomination.
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    2 mins
  • Worcester: Worcester officials break ground on new firehouse after 67 years | June 08

    Worcester: Worcester officials break ground on new firehouse after 67 years | June 08
    Jun 8 2026
    Worcester city officials broke ground on a new firehouse replacing the 67-year-old Station 13, set to open in late 2027. The Worcester Business Journal also released its Power 100 list, spotlighting local leaders driving economic growth.
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    2 mins
  • Worcester: Severe thunderstorm warning issued for parts of Massachusetts | June 07

    Worcester: Severe thunderstorm warning issued for parts of Massachusetts | June 07
    Jun 7 2026
    Worcester residents are urged to prepare for a severe thunderstorm warning as strong winds and heavy rain are expected today, with schools and businesses adjusting schedules. The community also mourns the recent passing of Carol Mitchell and Patricia Blodgett, while local officials continue discussions on rising housing costs and upcoming town halls.
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    2 mins
  • Worcester: Week in review: Early College surge, college president retiring, $2M communit... | June 06

    Worcester: Week in review: Early College surge, college president retiring, $2M communit... | June 06
    Jun 6 2026
    Worcester's Early College program saw a major enrollment boost, while Worcester State University's president prepares for retirement, and a $2 million community investment aims to support local projects. The city also faces budget balancing challenges, with real estate activity and a new advocacy mural highlighting ongoing growth and community initiatives.
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    1 min
  • Worcester: Worcester woman honored in Virginia bus crash memorial | June 05

    Worcester: Worcester woman honored in Virginia bus crash memorial | June 05
    Jun 5 2026
    Worcester's community mourns Worcester native and Virginia resident who died in a bus crash with a heartfelt vigil, while city council approves affordable housing for multigenerational families. The Local Wire also covers a candlelight vigil for Officer Manny Familia and a $39 million bridge loan for senior housing in Worcester.
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  • Worcester: Bus Driver With Speeding History Linked to Virginia Crash | June 04

    Worcester: Bus Driver With Speeding History Linked to Virginia Crash | June 04
    Jun 4 2026
    Worcester's public schools are expanding their early college program with new seats, while a $10 million community project launches to combat food insecurity. A bus driver with a history of speeding violations is under scrutiny after a fatal crash in Virginia.
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    2 mins