Worcester MA

Not only did Venice Fouchard have a zest for life – she had a zest for food, fashion, family and community that was as delicious as it was infectious. The owner of One Love Ma Maebelle's Café at Worcester Public Market and the former One Love Cafe at 800 Main St., and designer and owner of Venice Fouchard Couturiere,...

This story has been updated to provide new information. Travis Teixeira, an Ashburnham resident and a senior at Oakmont Regional High School, died on Friday March 20, when the vehicle he was riding in left the Rte. 2 roadway in Leominster and landed on Nashua Street. The 18-year-old was set to graduate in May and had...

SHREWSBURY – For over a year, Shrewsbury’s Stop & Shop has sat vacant. Not for much longer, if these plans come to fruition. First with the news, the Community Advocate can confirm that Apna Bazar, an Indian grocer with dozens of locations throughout the nation, is planning to move into the 70,000-square-foot...

Travis Teixeira, 18, of Ashburnham, died after his car fell from a Route 2 overpass in Leominster, police say. A fundraiser has been launched to support the family of a Massachusetts teen who died after his car plunged from a Route 2 overpass and crashed onto a street below in Leominster.

Want to find humble steakhouses in Massachusetts that serve incredible food?. These 8 humble spots offer amazing steaks and unforgettable dining experiences!. 1. The Stockyard (Brighton) This Brighton restaurant doesn’t try to impress you with its looks. The building is simple and sits quietly on its street. You...

The Massachusetts State Police have announced their participation in Operation Blarney Stone, a coordinated multi-state law enforcement effort set to unfold over the coming days. The initiative focuses on reducing motor vehicle crashes and fatalities through heightened enforcement against impaired driving, distracted...

A convicted murderer who beat a man to death in Wareham in 2004 has been denied parole by the Massachusetts Parole Board. In January 2011, 40-year-old Robert Silva was found guilty of first-degree murder in the death of 47-year-old Thomas Loftus. He was sentenced to life in prison without the possibility of parole...

While Massachusetts continues to be a top state for tourism, education, and a place for families, many of the big retail and restaurant chains continue to shut down due to performance issues. Many of these businesses are no longer profitable, thus closing them is the only option. As you probably...

LANCASTER — Community members are invited to take a closer look at anxiety — and how to manage it — during an upcoming program at Thayer Memorial Library. Author and licensed mental health counselor Wendy Leeds will present “Solving the Anxiety Equation” from 7 to 8 p.m. on Monday, March 30, at the library, at 717...

Worcester County’s utility and infrastructure employers are hiring steady, well‑paid roles that keep our communities running. From water systems to waste management, these jobs offer hands‑on work and long‑term stability.