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School technology debate heads to committee for further review

WORCESTER—A petition seeking to remove internet-connected devices from Worcester’s youngest classrooms will undergo further review after parents challenged the school district’s response and school committee members debated how to balance technology use with traditional instruction. The school committee voted Thursday, Nov. 12, to refer the petition and...

Worcester, MA · 17h
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Volleyball earns 1st Patriot League win with Army sweep

After coming up short in its first 14 Patriot League matches this season, the volleyball team broke through on Sunday, sweeping Army West Point in straight sets for its first conference victory of the season. Before Sunday’s win, the Leopards (1-14 Patriot League, 7-18 overall) fell to Holy Cross in...

Worcester, MA · 15h
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From Soaked to Snowed: Worcester’s Raw Thursday Sets Up Chilly Friday Flip

Central Massachusetts City Hall Plaza — Weather Coverage Landmark. Worcester’s Thursday afternoon forecast now calls for rain likely, with temperatures holding in the upper 40s and northeast winds gusting up to 30 mph. The National Weather Service’s latest forecast for Worcester keeps rain in the picture through the evening.

Worcester, MA · 7h
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Winter in Wooville returns to Polar Park with Santa, holiday lights, mini golf

Looking for a festive family outing this holiday season? Polar Park is bringing back Winter in Wooville, turning the Worcester ballpark into a holiday wonderland packed with seasonal activities, entertainment and plenty of photo-worthy moments. The second annual event takes over Polar Park on back-to-back weekends, Dec. 11-13 and Dec....

Worcester, MA · 2d
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Girls varsity field hockey falls to the Hopkinton Hillers in the round of 32

The girls varsity field hockey team fought hard but ultimately lost 1-0 to the Hopkinton Hillers on Sunday, Nov. 8, at Downes Field, ending their season. The Warriors and Hillers both started strong offensively, quickly pushing the ball deep into enemy territory. Both defenses shut down attempts to score, and the game remained tied 0-0 going into the second half.

Hopkinton, MA · 2d

hoodline.com

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700 UMass Chan Workers Plan Worcester Rally After Contract Talks Stall

About 700 postdoctoral researchers and graduate workers at UMass Chan Medical School plan to rally on campus Friday afternoon, saying contract negotiations with school management have hit an impasse. The workers are pushing for higher wages and benefits, along with a set of workplace protections they say remain unresolved after months of bargaining.

Worcester, MA · 2d

hopkintonindependent.com

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Business Profile: Hopkinton welcomes new veterinary practice

Pet owners in Hopkinton have a new option for traditional veterinary care. Upper Charles Animal Hospital, based in Bellingham, recently opened a satellite office at 8 Lumber Street in town. Drs. Brooke Crosier and Lyra Read, the hospital’s founders and owners, had hoped to establish a practice in Hopkinton for years but could not find the right space until recently.

Hopkinton, MA · 23h

Timeless Dishes

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Diner Timeline: A 1872 Wagon, an 1893 Patent and a 1906 Worcester Factory Built the American Counter

From Walter Scott's 1872 wagon to an 1893 patent and a 1906 Worcester factory, a dated timeline of how the American diner took shape. The post Diner Timeline: A 1872 Wagon, an 1893 Patent and a 1906 Worcester Factory Built the American Counter appeared first on Timeless Dishes .

Worcester, MA · 2d

sharontv.com

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Boys & Girls Soccer Playoff Games

The Boys and Girls soccer teams are playing tonight in the Sweet 16. The girls will play in Milton at 5:30 and the boys will play in Wayland at 6. As of 2:00 PM, we are planning to go and cover both games, though we are watching the weather constantly.

Milton, MA · 1d

harvardpress.com

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Cross-country: Bromfield boys finish third, girls take fourth at Frank Mooney Invitational

Bromfield’s boys cross-country team placed third and the girls fourth in the junior-senior 5,000-meter races at the annual Massachusetts State Track Coaches Association’s Frank Mooney Invitational for small and medium schools, Saturday, Nov. 7, at the Wrentham Developmental Center. The boys, with 166 points, finished behind Hopedale (49)...

Harvard, MA · 15h

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Worcester City Council Reviews Draft Ordinance Banning Flank Straps, Electric Prods at Rodeos on City Property

Worcester City Council will consider a draft ordinance restricting certain rodeo equipment and practices on municipal property, including at the DCU Center. According to a This Week in Worcester report, the ordinance, drafted by City Solicitor Alexandra H. Kalkounis at the City Council's request, would prohibit practices or devices likely to cause animals injury, torment, distress, or suffering, including flank straps and handheld shocking devices.

Worcester, MA · 2d

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Women’s Basketball Records Third Consecutive Win with 78-65 Victory Over UMass

CAMBRIDGE, Mass. – Harvard women's basketball (3-1) opened its three-game homestand by tallying its third consecutive win. Backed by four double-digit scorers and its stifling defense, the Crimson defeated the Massachusetts Minutewomen (1-2), 78-65. Abigail Wright led all scorers with her first 20-point performance of the season, recording 22...

Cambridge, MA · 1d

Worcester Telegram & Gazette

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Is Planet Fitness open in MA on Thanksgiving 2026? See hours

Gym buffs hoping to squeeze in a workout on Thanksgiving this year may find some Planet Fitness locations closed for the holiday. The membership-based gym chain, founded in New Hampshire in 1992, operates more than 2,900 fitness centers across all 50 U.S. states, Washington, D.C., Puerto Rico, Canada, Panama, Mexico and Australia. Massachusetts has 92 locations , including eight in Boston, three in Worcester, two in Springfield and one in Quincy, according to Planet Fitness' online gym locator. This year, Thanksgiving falls on Thursday, Nov. 26. Although many Planet Fitness locations are typically open 24 hours a day, seven days a week, some may have limited operating hours that day. Still, many members plan to make time for a workout during Thanksgiving week, according to a Planet Fitness spokesperson. The company surveyed more than 40,000 gym members, and found that 89% plan to work out the week of Nov. 26. Here's what to know about Planet Fitness Thanksgiving hours for Massachusetts in 2026. Is Planet Fitness open in MA on Thanksgiving Day 2026? Since each Planet Fitness gym is independently owned and operated, hours vary by location, according to a company spokesperson. For example, the gyms in Boston's Downtown Crossing

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sudburyweekly.com

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Town Manager Outlines Financial Condition, Effort to Avoid FY28 Override

During a joint meeting of the Sudbury Select Board and Finance Committee on November 10, 2026, Town Manager Andy Sheehan presented a comprehensive overview of the Town’s financial condition and forecast. The detailed presentation, embedded below, provided an update on the Town’s fiscal health, explained recent FY26 revenue surpluses,...

Sudbury, MA · 1d

The Swellesley Report

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Wellesley Special Town Meeting night #2: All about school AC—and there’s more to come

Wellesley Special Town Meeting on Tuesday, Nov. 10 devoted three hours to presentations, discussion, and voting on motions about getting air conditioning into older schools, and the legislative body is slated to return for more on this topic on Monday, Nov. 16. Town Meeting on Monday approved two motions under...

Wellesley, MA · 1d

DMR News

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Wellesley Mazda Reports Featured Pre-Owned Inventory Update with Mazda and Other Automotive Brands

Wellesley Mazda is highlighting its featured pre-owned vehicle inventory, which includes used Mazda models and vehicles from other automotive manufacturers. The online selection provides an overview of cars, SUVs and crossovers listed by the dealership, with inventory spanning different model years, vehicle configurations and price ranges. The featured inventory includes Mazda vehicles alongside pre-owned models […]

Wellesley, MA · 1d

theworcesterguardian.org

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Parents press for less screen time in Worcester classrooms

WORCESTER—Parents concerned about the growing role of technology in elementary classrooms are pressing Worcester school officials to reconsider how young students use digital devices, with the issue scheduled for discussion at Thursday’s school committee meeting. The debate follows a Nov. 4 community forum at the Worcester Public Library,...

Worcester, MA · 1d

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Worcester State, UMass Dartmouth to Launch Paid Student Co-ops With Massachusetts Grants

WORCESTER, Mass. — Worcester State University and the University of Massachusetts Dartmouth will develop new paid cooperative education programs aimed at connecting students with employers in health care, biotechnology, early childhood education and other fields under a $60,000 state grant initiative announced Friday. Gov. Maura Healey’s administration announced the...

Worcester, MA · 1d

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Wild West Dino Den collection grows

Another Allosaurus will return to town following a recent donation to Wild West Dino Den for the purchase of a Big Al 2 cast, made in memory of Allyn Dimock, of Concord, Mass. Dimock grew up coming out to Shell to visit his family, including cousin Erik Kvale, who is president of the WWDD nonprofit.

Greybull, WY · 1d