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Gardner woman opens paranormal museum in Athol - find out what it includes
Aliens, Bigfoot, and ghosts, oh my. These and other creatures of the paranormal realm have arrived in Athol, courtesy of a Gardner woman’s new museum which is largely dedicated to all things paranormal. The Education Earth Museum, which opened at 475 Main St. on May 12, was founded by Storm Plains, a published author...
UNO Pizzeria & Grill closes second Mass. eatery this year. Here’s where.
UNO Pizzeria & Grill in Leominster will close its doors in the Twin City Plaza at 905 Merriam Ave. on Tuesday, May 14, Chris Dellamarggio, UNO Pizzeria & Grill marketing director, told MassLive. The closure comes months after the Uno Pizzeria at The Shops at the Blackstone Valley in Millbury...
Piglets and poses: Introducing the newest yoga trend taking Spencer by storm
SPENCER ― It's no secret that spending time with animals holds a multitude of benefits. According to the American Heart Association, having a pet has shown to raise fitness levels, help lower stress, cholesterol and blood pressure, all while aiding depression and boosting serotonin levels. There's a reason dogs are known as man's best friend.
String theory: Worcester offers places to use your 'noodle'
What’s new on the noodle beat? Allow me to assist. While plenty of big city establishments are gussying up Cup Noodles for nostalgic effect , Worcester is leaning into quality and tradition, making our city a destination for noodle-heads near and far. Pasta Mani, 160 Green St. If you...
Teachers chalk it up to laughter in comedy show
As a history teacher at North High School,George Newton of Worcester is familiar with standing up in front of a class. Newton is also part of a growing number of teachers, former teachers and others involved in education who are stand-up comedians. There are some close connections to being in...
Music Worcester announces 166th season — 21 concerts including start of The Complete Bach
Music Worcester's 166th season will feature 21 concerts including performances by the avant-garde Philip Glass Ensemble, the world-renowned Academy of St. Martin in the Field orchestra with award-winning pianist Bruce Liu, acclaimed violinist Maxim Vengerov, and the genre-bending Time for Three. There will also be plenty of time for Bach....
What a Fool believes: Happy Little Clouds delivers fun, grunge-tinged 'I Don't Suppose'
Maybe it’s one of the major arcana — the Star for creativity or Death for change. Maybe you’ve been through enough in life that the Three of Swords and its symbolism of hard times has become comforting to you. For Happy Little Clouds singer-guitarist Jac Mestel, inspiration...
Master Singers of Worcester present 'Considering Matthew Shepard' 25 years since his death
When Ed Tyler first looked at Craig Hella Johnson's 2016 choral suite "Considering Matthew Shepard," he knew right away he was getting involved with a work of greatness. The composition is a heartfelt response to the murder of Matthew Shepard, a 21-year-old gay student at the University of Wyoming in Laramie who was kidnapped, beaten, tied to a fence and left to die on the night of Oct. 6, 1998.
More performers announced for the New England Metal & Hardcore Fest.
New England Metal & Hardcore Fest launched back in 1999 and took place at the famed Palladium in Worcester through 2018. It was often held over two or three days, with multiple stages and top-tier acts like Megadeth, Manowar, DragonForce, Opeth, Between the Buried & Me, Meshuggah, Killswitch Engage, Suicidal Tendencies, Anthrax, and more appearing through the years. It was always a “who’s who” of the metal and hardcore scene and was a “not to be missed” event each Spring.
'Using Research to Rewrite the Playbook': Conference in Worcester addresses pros, cons and needs in state's gaming industry
Whether it's on a website or a billboard during your commute, it feels like we're always seeing ads for a sports wagering platform. "It's ubiquitous," said Marlene Warner, CEO of the state's Council on Gaming and Health. "It's everywhere." The incredibly easy access has experts in healthcare, government, and gaming...
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