Due to the forecast of extreme heat and out of an abundance of caution the Out to Lunch Festival and Farmers’ Market event planned for Aug. 4 has been rescheduled to Sept. 8.
Posted: Wednesday 08/03/22
When it is dangerously hot, it is important to stay safe and seek opportunities to stay cool.
Posted: Wednesday 08/03/22
On Friday, July 15, a 32-unit apartment building at 267 Mill Street in Worcester experienced a partial roof collapse resulting in the emergency evacuation of residents.
Posted: Friday 07/29/22
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The extreme heat will continue today and tomorrow. If you need an air conditioned space to visit the Worcester Public Library and Worcester Senior Center are open for regular hours....
Posted: Monday 08/08/22 10:30 AM
The public is invited to Worcester's annual International Overdose Awareness Day Vigil and Memorial on Wednesday, Aug. 31, at 5:30pm. It will begin at City Hall followed by a procession to the Overdose Memorial at Peace Park on Winslow Street....
Posted: Sunday 08/07/22 4:15 PM
Reminder: If you've paid for on-street parking in Worcester by app, you should download the new Passport Parking App asap....
Posted: Saturday 08/06/22 4:21 PM
The weather will continue to be hot this weekend. The Worcester Public Library is an air conditioned spot to visit on Saturday. The City's pool, beaches, and splash parks are open Saturday and Sunday. Stay safe and cool, Worcester!...
Posted: Saturday 08/06/22 7:15 AM
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The City of Worcester has one pool, two spray parks and four beaches. The City is also home to three state beaches and pools. All sites are open to the public 12 to 7 p.m. everyday during the summer.
View a list of scheduled construction related activity for resurfacing, water and sewer work city-wide. Motorists are advised that there will be traffic delays at these locations.
The Division of Parks, Recreation & Cemetery maintains and manages a par 72, 18-hole municipal golf course offering City residents and non-City residents alike an exciting and challenging round of golf.
The Worcester Public Works Department operates three yard waste drop-off sites for all Worcester residents, open April through November.
Celebrating 12 years on the Worcester Common, the Out to Lunch Festival and Farmers' Market returns this summer with live bands, outdoor performers, artisans, nonprofits, food, farms and fun, beginning August 4 and running through September 1.
The City of Worcester offers many opportunities for young people to obtain employment at various levels, from supervisory to staff. Interested candidates should follow the instructions for each opening in order to apply for the position(s) of interest.
The goal of this program is to provide Worcester residents with opportunities to engage in healthy eating, active living, community building and spending the summer becoming a healthier Worcester. The program runs from June 13 to September 18 Mondays through Sundays at 12 city parks. We hope to see you there!
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When: Monday 08/08/22 5:30 PM
Where: City Hall, Esther Howland Chamber, 455 Main Street
When: Monday 08/08/22 5:30 PM
Where: City Hall, Levi Lincoln Chamber, 455 Main Street
When: Tuesday 08/09/22 9:00 AM
Where: Virtual Meeting
When: Tuesday 08/09/22 6:00 PM
Where: City Hall, Esther Howland Chamber, 455 Main Street
When: Wednesday 08/10/22 4:00 PM
Where: City Hall, Esther Howland Chamber, 455 Main Street
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