Worcester MA

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:...

Police said surveillance camera footage showed the brothers touching students inappropriately near the playground. Two brothers — both educators at an elementary school in Boylston — pleaded not guilty to indecent assault and battery charges Monday after another staff member accused them of inappropriately touching...

Getting middle school students excited about science can be a challenge. However, it’s needed more than ever. In the most recent MCAS results, only a third of the state’s 8th graders met or surpassed expectations in science. The Engineering Ambassadors program at Worcester Polytechnic Institute is one way to engage...

Supporters of a ballot question creating an all-party primary in the Bay State gathered on the State House steps on Monday before delivering boxes of tens of thousands of signatures to officials for certification.

Early in November, the Massachusetts House passed a bill that would create a licensing system for nonmedical home care agencies, establishing standards, background checks, mandatory training on infection control and dementia care, cost transparency, and protections for workers. They would also require disclosure of...

Gagnon allegedly told the child not to tell his mother, and to say a whiffle ball bat accidentally caused the mark on his face.

While many Massachusetts residents have issues and concerns, most are happy here and don't want to leave, according to a recent poll.

A Massachusetts man will get to experience part of the American dream after his recent big State Lottery win. According to the Massachusetts State Lottery, Fabio Alexandre of Fall River is the winner of a $1 million prize in the Massachusetts State Lottery’s “200X” $20 instant ticket game.