Worcester, MA news on Thursday, October 29, 2026

In Worcester, MA on Thursday, October 29, 2026: QCC gets $1.9M for student child care expansion. Also: Worcester Tech plays Worcester North in boys varsity football tomorrow (Friday 10/30) at a time to be confirmed; watch live via NFHS Network; New restaurants and a YMCA Fit Bar are coming to Worcester; opening dates and locations not yet announced. Weather: Mostly clear and mild today with highs near 64°F and light winds.

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Worcester Tech plays Worcester North in boys varsity football tomorrow (Friday 10/30) at a time to be confirmed; watch live via NFHS Network.NFHS Network · Oct 28, 11:20 PM

News & local government

Quinsigamond Community College received $1.9 million to expand child care support for students and families.Patch · Oct 29, 12:45 PM

Events & going out

Bridges of Light festival is underway in Worcester, transforming the city with illuminated displays after dark.Substack · Oct 29, 6:51 AM
Events this week include a Diwali celebration and performances celebrating Gershwin and Ellington music.Worcester Magazine · Oct 29, 6:02 AM
Worcester Source brings folk and acoustic music performances to St Swithun's Church.Substack · Oct 28, 7:10 AM

Food & drink

New restaurants and a YMCA Fit Bar are coming to Worcester; opening dates and locations not yet announced.Patch · Oct 29, 2:21 PM

Community & volunteering

Worcester Police Fund helped establish a new sensory room at the Autism Resource Center to support children with autism.Patch · Oct 29, 10:05 AM

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