Executive Office of Economic Development

Residents Asked to Report Sightings of Invasive Spotted Lanternfly, Recently Detected in Worcester

The Massachusetts Department of Agricultural Resources (MDAR) recently confirmed detection of the invasive insect known as Spotted Lanternfly (Lycorma delicatula) in the City of Worcester. The City of Worcester Department of Sustainability and Resilience encourages all residents to be on alert for the insect, and to report positively identified specimens to MDAR.
Posted: Sunday 09/18/22

City of Worcester Announces Search for Next Poet Laureate

Acting City Manager Eric Batista, in collaboration with the City Council and Cultural Development Division, is pleased to announce the nomination process for the City’s next Poet Laureate.
Posted: Wednesday 09/14/22

Acting City Manager Batista Appoints Two Cabinet Members

Acting City Manager Eric D. Batista is pleased to announce the appointment of two individuals to cabinet-level positions: Stephen S. Rolle and Hung Nguyen.
Posted: Friday 08/12/22

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