Popular Italian Eatery Announces Central MA Opening

The Rhode Island-based eatery is set to join about 10 new businesses coming to the Worcester County shopping center.

Worcester Swim School To Reopen With New Pool

The local swim school is set to debut its new look after undergoing a major transformation.

Historic Worcester Mill Reopens As 46-Unit Grove Village Lofts

A mill tied to one of Worcester’s most prominent industrial companies has begun a new chapter as housing.

Spirit Halloween To Open At Former Worcester Supermarket

The home of a former supermarket will become a seasonal shop for Halloween costumes and decorations.

'Thank You': Worcester Store Celebrates 5 Years With Ribbon-Cutting

The business said the anniversary reflects five years of support from customers across the region.

Wholesale Restaurant Retailer To Open In Worcester

The restaurant supplier will become the first announced tenant at Worcester's GreenTech Park.

Layoffs Rise To 231 At Central MA Behavioral Health Center

Community Healthlink reported more than 200 layoffs in Worcester and Leominster.

UMass Memorial Nurses Authorize 14-Day Strike Amid Staffing Dispute

The Massachusetts Nurses Association said 99 percent of voting nurses approved the strike last week.

Worcester Outpatient Rehab Center Opens On Elm Street

A new outpatient treatment center for addiction and mental health care has opened in downtown Worcester.

Worcester Names First Legacy Business Award Winners

The city has named the first 24 businesses selected for its new Legacy Business program.

Worcester Companies To Add Jobs After State Training Grant

The companies will each receive more than $50,000 in state workforce training funds through a new Healey-Driscoll grant round.

More Than 300 Layoffs Coming To Worcester County Companies

Hundreds of Central Massachusetts workers are facing layoffs as several employers filed notices with the state last week.

Hanover Insurance, The Bra Shop Among Worcester Chamber Award Winners

A group of local businesses and nonprofits was honored by the Worcester Chamber of Commerce.

The Salvation Army of Fitchburg Launches Public Phase of $2 Million Capital Campaign

New 8,000-square-foot facility will expand food, youth, and emergency services for the Montachusett region

UMass Memorial Health Tops List Of Worcester’s Largest Employers

Health care and higher education continue to dominate Worcester’s economy.

Worcester’s Top 10 Taxpayers Account For Nearly $50 Million

Worcester’s largest taxpayers are once again dominated by utility companies, hospitals and major commercial property owners.

Massive Central MA Job Fair To Feature Up To 100 Employers

Organizers say up to 100 employers from a wide range of industries are expected to attend.

127 Layoffs Planned For Worcester-based Community Healthlink

A behavioral health center affiliated with UMass Memorial Health will lay off dozens of employees this year as it prepares to close.

Worcester Railers Hockey Names New Senior Leadership

The Worcester-based club said Joey Goldstein will assume the role effective immediately.

Worcester Company Named Among Best Places To Work In 2026, New List Says

The nonprofit earned the honor as part of the sixth annual national Top Workplaces program, a collaboration between Energage and USA TODAY.

Worcester To Get Brand New Science Lab For MA Startups

The downtown Worcester lab is expected to add 3,000 square feet of startup materials science space by summer 2026.

Worcester Business Center Sold To UMass Memorial Health For $14M

The health system bought the Worcester Business Center on Tuesday and is exploring more administrative space there.

UMass Chan Medical School Appoints New Chancellor

He will be the first alumnus to lead UMass Chan, the school said.

Coworking Space To Close In Downtown Worcester: Reports

The business offers coworking and private office spaces, along with amenities such as meeting rooms and internet access.

90 Job Cuts Coming To Major Fulfillment Center In Worcester

A spokesperson for Walmart told Patch that it plans to relocate its operations from its Worcester facility to other locations nationwide.

Open Sky Appoints New Director Of Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Belonging

The Worcester-based nonprofit provides a wide range of services for children, adults and families.

Worcester Gas Prices Slightly Down From Last Year

The average price for a gallon of regular gas in Worcester is a little less than $3.

Engineering Firm Expands Worcester Footprint, Grows Workforce

The business moved into one of the office towers at Mercantile Center.

Tire Retailer Looking To Open Location In Worcester

The business sells tires and wheels and offers appointments for tire rotations, changeovers, alignments, and repairs.

Former Price Chopper To Reopen As Modern Supermarket In Worcester

There will be a grand opening ceremony, featuring performances and free product samplings.

DCU Center Appoints New General Manager In Worcester

She will take on the role from Sandy Dunn, who retired last year.

Worcester-based Medical Insurer Set To Be Acquired By Mass General Brigham

The company said there will be no immediate changes for members.

Beloved Pretzel Chain Eyes Expansion With Second Worcester Location

It would be the chain's fourth store in Massachusetts.

Cornerstone Bank, Athol Savings Bank Finalize Merger

The merger became effective last month.

Holistic Mental Health Center Expands To Worcester

The new location will open its doors for in-person treatment in early January.

Leading Worcester Law Firm Announces Merger With Boutique Boston Firm

The firm will maintain main offices in Boston, MetroWest, and Worcester, with additional offices in Plymouth and Providence, RI.

Dental Insurance Provider To Lay Off 50 Workers In MA

The layoffs will take place early next year.

Saint-Gobain Expands Its Historic Worcester Campus

The French company has operated in the city for over a century.

Worcester Launches Program To Honor Longtime Small Businesses

The Worcester Legacy Business Program will include businesses that have contributed to the city's cultural, economic and social identity.

Boston Market To Close Its Worcester Storefront

The eatery announced it will close in the city after 33 years in business.