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Worcester Beach Reopens After E. Coli Closure
Bacteria levels prompted officials to close the swimming area for nearly a week.

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Bacteria levels prompted officials to close the swimming area for nearly a week.

No human cases have been detected and Worcester’s West Nile virus risk level remains moderate.
Westborough election officials will conduct a public test of the town’s ballot-counting system ahead of the Sept. 1 state primary.
The Westborough Select Board chose the town's next fire chief after interviewing two finalists during its Tuesday meeting.
Two significant crashes occurred in Northborough within two hours on Tuesday.
The 17-year-old will be charged with the murder of his family members, according to multiple reports.
The crash closed Route 20 near the Northborough Police Station on Tuesday.
The school is adding an experienced math educator to its administrative team.
The prize was won from the Massachusetts State Lottery's "LOTERIA" game.
The business joins about 30 New England food producers and artisans at the market on Hanover Street.
A mill tied to one of Worcester’s most prominent industrial companies has begun a new chapter as housing.
A new business focused on sports training is coming to Marlborough.
Police said officers stopped an erratically driven vehicle with two young children inside over the weekend.
One of the largest off-price retail chains in the U.S. will make its Bay State debut.
From national chains to brand-new food concepts, there are a ton of new businesses opening in the Bay State in the coming months.
A major redevelopment of a former Saint-Gobain property in the Greendale neighborhood will reach a ceremonial milestone this week.
Wrentham residents will have an in-person opportunity this month to register for the upcoming state primary.
The Walpole Police Department is accepting candidates for police officer and public safety dispatcher positions.
The Worcester institution has joined an international consortium focused on advancing doctoral education for professional practice.
Police said they found bags of suspected cocaine inside the vehicle in which he was a passenger.