Worcester MA

Matthew J. Vanier, of Gardner, was sentenced to life behind bars — 20 to 25 years in prison — for first-degree murder and armed robbery in the killing of Randy S. Vaillancourt at Vaillancourt's home in 2017, the Worcester County District Attorney said. Prosecutors said he beat the 56-year-old Gardner father to death.

WORCESTER – Thirty-five years after the comedy film “Home Alone” was released in November 1990, Kelley Square Pizza offers the same price for a large cheese pizza throughout December. When placing your order, use the code word “Home Alone” to receive the discount. When Kevin...

This post features an OpenAI-powered summary derived from the NewsBreak users' discussions on 'Help us': Son beat up parents in their bedroom then set their house on fire with them alive inside, authorities say.

A Massachusetts man goes on trial Monday in connection with the grisly murder of his wife, who disappeared more than two years ago and whose body has never been found.

Benjamin and Peter Dillman, both elementary school educators, are both charged with indecent assault and battery of a child under the age of 14

Yankee Candle is facing yet another round of downsizing as its parent company, Newell Brands, announces sweeping global cuts and the closure of more than a dozen candle stores. Newell Brands announced it will eliminate more than 900 professional and clerical jobs worldwide as part of a new “global productivity...

This post features an OpenAI-powered summary derived from the NewsBreak users' discussions on More than 350 gallons of heating oil flooded a Mass. basement. Now the family is displaced and face a big bill.

Massachusetts gardeners are abuzz over a glow-in-the-dark flower that adds a magical touch to evening gardens. These unique plants emit subtle luminescence, creating enchanting nighttime displays that delight both residents and visitors. Perfect for patios, pathways, and container arrangements, the flowers brighten...

Governor Maura Healey announced plans to overhaul high school graduation requirements across Massachusetts, moving away from the long-standing MCAS testing mandate.

WORCESTER – The Fire Department will honor fallen colleagues in separate ceremonies over the next week. Each ceremony is expected to be brief, absent of speakers, and will include a moment of silence and the placing of a wreath. Each ceremony is scheduled for 6 p.m. Wednesday, Dec. 3, Franklin Street Fire Station:...