The Worcester Guardian

🏒 @HCrossWHockey are headed to #Denmark for the 2026 IIHF Women's World Championship! Anna Billa represents Austria. Naemi Herzig suits up for the Swiss national team. The tournament runs Nov. 6-16. theworcesterguardian.org/f/t…

🗳️ As #MAvoters decide whether to end recreational cannabis sales, how accurate are the claims being made in support of Question 8? A fact-check found some claims backed by evidence but others missing context or relying on data from other states. theworcesterguardian.org/f/f…

An internal investigation into the response to Toomey's crash revealed a violation, Worcester's emergency communications chief was placed on leave following an OUI arrest, and Amazon's proposed drone operation now faces state review. theworcesterguardian.org/f/w… #WeekinReview

🏒 A new face in the @RailersHC 's net — with some interesting Worcester hockey connections. Goaltender Gabriel Carriere has arrived from Hartford, bringing AHL experience and memories of playing for a former Worcester Sharks “Crazed Rat." theworcesterguardian.org/f/r…

From learning English at a #WorcesterMA school to winning gold in one of the oldest international writing competitions. ✍️🏅 Meet Sian Nissam, a #WorcesterAcademy 8th-grader whose imagination, curiosity & love of history took his writing to an award. theworcesterguardian.org/f/f…

The Human Rights Commission is examining whether Worcester's current system provides enough independence and transparency. At its meeting, commissioners discussed civilian oversight, subpoena powers & role of City Hall in PD misconduct investigations. theworcesterguardian.org/f/w…

🍽️ New restaurants on Lincoln Street, nearly $5 million in state grants, a new pretzel shop and a boost for Worcester's biotech sector. Plus, hotel and tattoo studio openings and new funding for career programs at six city high schools. theworcesterguardian.org/f/b…

For decades, Ruth Rodríguez-Fay fought for Worcester's Latino families, better schools and greater rep in city gov. Nearly 200 gathered to celebrate the life of the educator-activist. “Politicians loved and feared her" @RepMcGovern theworcesterguardian.org/f/r…

Wicked good! ✈️ #Worcester native Max German, a QCC grad, is one of just eight finalists chosen from more than 5,000 applicants to become the new voice of @BostonLogan! His audition has plenty of MA tude, iced coffee & perfectly delivered "HAHHT." theworcesterguardian.org/f/w…

Election Day is Tuesday, Nov. 3, and Massachusetts voters have a lot to decide. Starting this week, The Worcester Guardian and our partners at @BU_Tweets are breaking down the ballot questions one by one: (Q1), (Q3), (Q5), (Q7), (Q8), (Q9).

Another hurdle for Amazon's proposed Central Massachusetts drone delivery service: MassDOT says the company must undergo state safety and environmental reviews — including a public hearing — before establishing its Westborough launch facility. theworcesterguardian.org/f/m…

School realignment debate continues & residents are concerned. At a public forum, speakers raised questions about the futures of University Park Campus School, Head Start and Worcester Arts Magnet, along with staffing, school assignments & process pace. theworcesterguardian.org/f/s…

Election Day is almost here. Are you ready, Worcester? 🗳️ Who's running? What's on the ballot? What are those nine statewide questions about? And where and when can you vote? Everything Worcester voters need to know before heading to the polls. theworcesterguardian.org/f/w…

A 63-year-old Worcester man has been charged with raping and indecently assaulting a child under 14 at a church in Milford. Raul Feliciano was arrested Friday by Worcester police and released on $15,000 bail. He is expected to be arraigned this week. theworcesterguardian.org/f/w…

Worcester's emergency communications commissioner, Charles Goodwin, is on paid administrative leave after an OUI arrest on the Mass. Pike. According to court docs cited by local outlets, Goodwin drove a city-owned vehicle and told police he was working. theworcesterguardian.org/f/w…

What does the #GovernorsCouncil do & why should #Worcester voters care? It helps decide who becomes a judge, among other roles. We asked Paul DePalo & challenger Margaret Abboud about priorities, judicial appointments, public safety. theworcesterguardian.org/f/w… #Election2026

ICYMI: Worcester police found no preferential treatment in their response to Councilor Kate Toomey's crash but the internal investigation also found a body-camera violation & acknowledges that officers didn't focus their questioning on possible impairment. theworcesterguardian.org/f/w…

Police policies, homeless encampments, civilian oversight and immigration enforcement: Worcester's Human Rights Commission has a packed agenda Monday. Members begin reviewing three WPD policies & advocates plan to raise concerns about #ICE activity. theworcesterguardian.org/f/w…

🏒 From Northeastern to Worcester & now an AHL contract! Railers Matt DeMelis signed with the @ThunderbirdsAHL after a career-best season in Worcester. The Hingham native made history by scoring 15 seconds into this year's opener. theworcesterguardian.org/f/r…

The Denholm building could finally be coming down. Worcester has been awarded $3 million to demolish the vacant downtown property and prepare the site for redevelopment. It's part of nearly $5 million in state grants for Worcester. theworcesterguardian.org/f/c…