Worcester Telegram & Gazette

06/12/2026

Iranian soccer fans who already made travel plans are unable to attend matches after the federation's World Cup ticket allocation was pulled.

06/12/2026

School will let out early Friday in Worcester due to the forecast of heat. See link below ⬇️

📸 National Weather Service

06/12/2026

More Massachusetts representatives are facing challengers this year than last, although the majority still face no opponents. See link below ⬇️

📸 Margie Cullen

06/12/2026

These adorable new additions have small bodies...but soon they'll have big ears. Meet the 'ear'resistible fox kits emerging at the San Diego Zoo Safari Park.

06/12/2026

"A fantastic way to bring awareness" — Decades by DeZyne to headline this year's Pet Rock Fest. See link below ⬇️

📸 Provided by Pet Rock

06/11/2026

A fast-growing national chain founded by a tech billionaire is moving into the former home of Boston Market in Worcester. See link below ⬇️

📸 Rachel Gow/Telegram & Gazette

06/11/2026

The developer’s plans call for a five-story building. with 105 rooms.

Blueprint for 105-room hotel to be presented to Planning Board on June 24.

06/11/2026

Perhaps the most concise commentary came from Cal Dolan, the owner of several Irish pubs in the city, including Funky Murphy's on Shrewsbury Street. "It's good for business. It's good for taxes, It's good for the community," he said.

The change will be in effect through July 31, to coincide with the World Cup and celebrations of the United States' 250th birthday.

06/11/2026

As part of the policy, devices are expected to be turned off throughout the entire school day, including during lunch periods.

Exceptions will be made for students who need a device to help with a disability, or if a device is part of a student's IEP.