Worcester|News|
Worcester County Sobriety Checkpoint This Month, MA State Police
The checkpoint will operate at various times.
Jessie Castellano, Patch Staff
Jessie Castellano, Patch Staff
- Worcester, MA
Jessie Castellano is a local editor for Patch covering everything from breaking news to community feature stories in Worcester, Milford, Westborough, Shrewsbury, Wayland, Sudbury and Marlborough.
She also specializes in business and food news in Massachusetts.
Have a story idea? You can reach her at jessie.castellano@patch.com.
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Worcester|News|
Worcester Medical Director Dr. Michael Hirsh To Retire
He has held the position for over 12 years.
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Worcester|News|
Worcester County Residents Invited To Return Firearms At Gun Buyback Event
Amnesty will be granted during the event, so no registration or personal information is required.
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Across Massachusetts, MA|News|
New Indoor Golf Bar Opens + Beloved Dress Store Closes + Insurance Company Layoffs: MA Business Week
Plus, a Massachusetts business owner was accused of using government money to build a home and purchase multiple vehicles.
Jessie Castellano, Patch Staff
Sudbury, MA|News|
Sudbury 2026 Annual Town Meeting Warrant Is Now Open
The period to get your petition forms in to get an item on the warrant for the Annual Town Meeting is open.
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Marlborough, MA|News|
Beloved Marlborough Brewery To Close Its Doors
The business has been open in Marlborough for 10 years.
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Worcester|News|
Historic First: QCC Police Chief Becomes First College Leader To Join Central MA Chiefs Association
Stephen DiGiovanni officially began his tenure on Tuesday.
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Worcester|News|
Free Skate At Worcester Common Oval Before Select Railers Games
Fans must show their Railers ticket at the Oval for complimentary skating and free rentals.
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Worcester|News|
Worcester To Open Temporary Winter Overflow Shelter
It is located in the former Quality Inn & Suites.
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Worcester|News|
Webster Five Collects Hundreds Of Food Items For Local Veterans, Military Families
The items were delivered to Sully’s Pantry in Worcester.
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Across Massachusetts, MA|News|
Powerball Jackpot Hits $1B: When To Buy Tickets In MA For Next Drawing
The last time a Massachusetts player won the Powerball jackpot was in 2017.
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Worcester|News|
Man, Woman Accused Of Driving Through Yards During Police Standoff In Central MA, Police
The standoff began on Wednesday night and lasted into the early hours of Thursday morning.
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Wayland, MA|News|
Wayland 2025 Special Town Election: Where To Vote, Ballot Question
Wayland residents will head to the polls to vote on one ballot question on Thursday.
Jessie Castellano, Patch Staff
Milford, MA|News|
PiNZ Bowl Owner Charged After Using Gov't Money For Home, Vehicles: USAO
David Breen is accused of misappropriating more than $1.2 million in COVID-19 relief funding.
Jessie Castellano, Patch Staff
Worcester|News|
Worcester Police Officers Honored At City Hall Promotion Ceremony
City leaders spoke at the event on Tuesday.
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Worcester|News|
MA Child Advocate Details DCF Involvement With Worcester 4-Year-Old And Her Family Before Her Death
A’Zella Ortiz was pronounced dead at the hospital after being found unresponsive at her home on Oct. 15, 2024.
Jessie Castellano, Patch Staff
Worcester|News|
16 Worcester County First Responders Honored For Frozen Lake Rescue
First responders from Phillipston, Templeton and Athol were presented with the DA's TEAM Award.
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Shrewsbury, MA|News|
Shrewsbury Gets $118K For Accessibility Improvements At Museum, Senior Center
The funding is from the Massachusetts Office on Disability.
Jessie Castellano, Patch Staff
Westborough, MA|News|
New England Police Union Urges Westborough To Fix Police 'Staffing And Compensation Crisis'
Westborough has lost 13 officers since the fall of 2024, according to NEPBA.
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Milford, MA|News|
Local Radio Show's First-Ever Holiday Toy Drive Overflows With Donations
Toys were distributed to four organizations, including The Milford Youth Center and Santa’s Porch.
Jessie Castellano, Patch Staff
