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Worcester's UMass Medical School sending 2,500 pounds of medical supplies to Liberia for Ebola relief
A group from UMass Medical will be sending 2,500 pounds of protective medical supplies to Liberia which is the epicenter of the worst Ebola outbreak in history. → Read More
State Police add patrols to Mass. Pike as part of 15-state enforcement challenge
Massachusetts State Police will be adding saturation patrols along the Massachusetts Turnpike as part of a country-wide effort to have a fatality-free weekend along 5,600 miles of interstate. → Read More
Worcester state Sen. Harriette Chandler: Abortion clinic access bill protects patients while 'keeping free speech rights in mind'
The bill signed into law Wednesday by Gov. Deval Patrick that protects patients' access to health clinics where abortions are performed keeps freedom of speech in mind, according to State Sen. Harriette Chandler. → Read More
Worcester hosts first ever Massachusetts Gubernatorial Arts Forum
Fostering arts and culture were pushed to the forefront of the political discussion Tuesday night as the city of Worcester played host to six gubernatorial candidates in the first ever Gubernatorial Candidates Forum on Arts, Culture and Creativity in Massachusetts. → Read More
Worcester police seize 309 grams of heroin in drug raid on Main Street
Worcester police have arrested a city man after a search of his apartment yielded 309 grams of heroin and over $10,000 in cash. → Read More
Where should President Barack Obama dine in Worcester?
A mix of enthusiasm and anticipation hangs in the air as Worcester prepares for a visit from President Barack Obama, but the question remains: where should the president stop to eat during his visit? → Read More
Cuts to Worcester Telegram & Gazette newsroom by Halifax Media Group claim editor Leah Lamson, digital leaders and Statehouse staff
The transition of the Telegram & Gazette's ownership to Halifax Media Group began Monday with jobs cuts across every part of the newsroom and a meeting with Halifax's CEO Michael Redding. → Read More
Worcester business owners, government officials hopeful following Telegram & Gazette sale
Worcester business owners and groups are hoping for continued local coverage at the Telegram & Gazette following its acquisition by Halifax Media Group. → Read More
Worry, work and dark humor for Worcester Telegram & Gazette employees in the wake of sale and layoff announcement
The Telegram & Gazette offices paused Thursday afternoon as the newspaper's sale to Halifax was announced, but staffers quickly turned back to the work many in the community hope they will be able to carry on under the new ownership. → Read More
Worcester's favorite restaurants for outdoor dining
With the weather turning warmer, there are few better ways to soak up some sun than with good food, drinks and friends. Worcester has a number of options for outdoor dining with styles to fit any mood. → Read More
Weekend in Worcester: 35th anniversary of Ralph's, Bane and talking transportation
WORCESTER — This weekend there is plenty going on, from the anniversary of Ralph's Chadwick Square Diner to a chance to put in your two cents about transportation in the city. Ralph's Diner will be 35 years old on Saturday.... → Read More
Worcester police, fire departments face hiring freeze in 2015 fiscal year
A hiring freeze proposed in the City Manager's 2015 budget would see the city lose 10 police officers and 20 firefighters through retirements in the coming year with no recruit class for either department. → Read More
'Tight' 2015 budget proposed by Worcester City Manager
The "tight budget" preserves city services while channeling an additional $1.1 million to the Worcester Public Schools. → Read More
Lonzo Guthrie's attorney raises questions about DNA evidence in 1974 murder of Eileen Ferro
In a press conference following the arraignment of Lonzo Guthrie, accused of the 1974 murder of Eileen Ferro, Guthrie's attorney discussed possible issues with the 40-year-old DNA evidence. → Read More
Lonzo Guthrie, accused in 1974 murder of Shrewsbury woman Eileen Ferro, held without bail
Lonzo Guthrie was held without bail at a Monday arraignment for the alleged murder of Eileen Ferro in 1974. → Read More
WXLO's Awesome '80s Prom comes to Worcester
Hundreds gathered in Mechanics Hall Friday night to recreate their '80s prom with radio station WXLO. → Read More
Massachusetts DCF and Grafton police chief face off over 4-week-old's death
Grafton Police Chief Normand Crepeau Jr. is defending the conduct of his officers in the case of a 4-week-old child that died in town as the Massachusetts Department of Children and Families says verbal confirmation of a report was never filed. → Read More
Ware Project Purple 5K to raise awareness, funds for addiction recovery
A Project Purple 5K run and walk will take place in Ware on May 3 as residents continue to raise awareness about the impact of heroin and need for support of those in recovery. → Read More
Worcester takes a stand against racism with the YWCA of Central Massachusetts
The city of Worcester took a stand against racism Friday as part of the YWCA's national campaign to reach out and continue talking about standing against racism in the country. → Read More
Worcester Fire Department extinguishes 3-alarm fire in Elm Park neighborhood
The Worcester Fire Department extinguished a three alarm blaze at 41 Bowdoin Street Thursday afternoon. → Read More