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Caribbean-inspired Ila Verde restaurant to open Monday in downtown Worcester
WORCESTER — For Marfel Melendez, healthy food and her Dominican roots have always been important in her life. In a space along Main Street, the 29-year-old will combine the two when she opens Ila Verde, a restaurant with focus on bowl-style foods in a Caribbean-inspired restaurant. Melendez, of Boston,...
Editorial: Landmark’s face lift making Leominster a more livable city
Earlier this week the newspaper gave a written and visual update on the status of the Monument Square improvement project in downtown Leominster. It’s encouraging to see that upgrades to that city landmark remain on track to be completed by the end of June. Funding for its renovation came...
Man charged with installing credit card skimmer at Walmart in Hudson
HUDSON - Federal investigators are accusing Roman Serban of stealing thousands of dollars from Walmart customers across the Northeast, including here in Massachusetts.Installed skimming devices at WalmartsAccording to an FBI criminal complaint, between July 2 and July 8 of 2023, Serban stopped at 19 Walmarts, including a location in Hudson."Other people should work hard for their money instead of stealing from others," said Hudson resident Ann Bouvier.Investigators said Serban used skimmers installed on top of credit card terminals or Walmart's point of sale. The fakes are designed to look like a normal machine but with additional electronics to capture data....
Where to enjoy Mother's Day brunch in North Central Mass., plus fun things to do with Mom
Now that the calendar has rolled over to May, the season of baseball, graduations and weddings has begun. But before we get too caught up in all those lovely celebrations, let's be sure to thank the one who makes it all happen - mom. Mother's Day is the second Sunday in May. This year it's May 12, so you have just over a week to organize a celebration or activity that lets Mom (or Grandma or...
Local law enforcement prepares to keep roads safe during Cinco de Mayo
DELMARVA – Cinco De Mayo is almost here, and a lot of people are gearing up for Sunday’s celebrations. However, if you plan on consuming alcohol during the holiday, law enforcement is urging you to find a sober ride home. Worcester County Sheriff Matt Crisafulli says this weekend–or any weekend–is not the time to drive intoxicated: “We just have to proactively prepare by having an additional man power on the road to accommodate the influx of visitors which could also potentially increase the cost of service.”
Four-bedroom home sells for $890,000 in Lunenburg
A spacious house located at 164 White Street in Lunenburg has new owners. The 3,528-square-foot property, built in 1984, was sold on April 12, 2024, for $890,000, or $252 per square foot. This two-story home provides a generous living space with its four bedrooms and three bathrooms. On the exterior, the house is characterized by a gable roof design, featuring roofing made of asphalt. Inside, a fireplace enhances the ambiance of the living area. Additionally, the house features an attached two-car garage, providing ample room for vehicles and storage needs. The lot size of the property measures an impressive 16.1-acre.
Man, 38, pleads guilty to 3 Worcester bank robberies
WORCESTER — A Lowell man pleaded guilty Wednesday in federal court to robbing three Worcester banks in April 2023, according to the office of the acting U.S. attorney for Massachusetts. Joselito Santiago-Matias, 38, pleaded guilty in U.S. District Court in Worcester to one count of bank robbery and two...
Cool it now
WINDS OF CHANGE A wind shift to the northeast will mean a return of cooler air across the region. The coolest will be at the coast with highs stuck in the 50s through the weekend. Town in central New England and Massachusetts will reach the 60s. You won’t find 70s until at least western Massachusetts and Connecticut into New York. At least it’ll be dry through Saturday! NEXT RAIN IN VIEW Sunday will start with clouds and a few showers, especially west of 128. After 2 p.m., more significant showers will move into Worcester County and march east to the coast. Rain will likely fall into the night, leaving early Monday morning.
Sale closed in Worcester: $900,000 for a five-bedroom home
The spacious property located at 20 Surrey Lane in Worcester was sold on April 9, 2024. The $900,000 purchase price works out to $245 per square foot. The house, built in 1937, has an interior space of 3,669 square feet. This two-story home offers a roomy layout with five bedrooms and six bathrooms. The home's external structure has a gable roof design, covered with slate roofing. Inside, there is a fireplace. The property is equipped with a steam heat system and a cooling system. Additionally, the house features an underground/basement garage. Situated on a spacious 0.6-acre lot, the property offers ample outdoor space.
$9.6M in Financing Issued for the Renovation of The Aurora in Worcester
Worcester, MA – MassHousing has closed on $9.6 million in affordable housing financing to The Community Builders (TCB) for the renovation and extension of affordability at The Aurora in downtown Worcester. TCB plans approximately $10.8 million in property renovations to the apartment units and building systems and infrastructure. All...
'The perfect storm': Mother and daughters together on the softball field for Oakmont
In past years, getting quality time with her daughters in the spring was a challenge for Oakmont Regional softball coach Katrina Bunting. Now, the equation is a bit simpler, as Bunting's daughters are both on the field with her. Rachel Sinclair, a 2019 Oakmont grad, has joined her mother as an assistant coach and Sophie Gaidanowicz is playing for her big sister and mom as a senior on the team. It’s truly a family affair for Oakmont...
Hundreds take part in pro-Palestinian rally at Worcester State
WORCESTER ― Some scenes from Friday’s rally at Worcester State University were like those at other pro-Palestinian protests occurring on college campuses across the United States. Some waved the de facto national flag of Palestine, others wore the traditional keffiyeh, and there were plenty of homemade signs that called for an immediate ceasefire...
Why the yellow tulips around Worcester? We've got the answer
WORCESTER — Yellow tulips are brightening up City Hall and the Worcester police station as part of a nationwide push to raise awareness about mental health and substance abuse issues. The Yellow Tulip Project, a local initiative of the Mayor's Mental Health Task Force, is organized by Open Sky Community Services. Other beds of tulips can be found at the HeartWell Institute on Pleasant Street, the Worcester Senior Center on Providence Street and Open Sky offices on Mann Street. May is Mental Health Awareness Month. This article originally appeared on Telegram & Gazette: Why the yellow tulips around Worcester? We've got the answer
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