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Mass AG Opens Accepting Grants Proposals for Heating Assistance
The Mass. AG’s Residential Energy Assistance Grant program is now open to applications from non-profits and municipalities for heating assistance.
Local Activists Target Rep. McGovern for Cease-Fire in Gaza
A multi-faith group rallied outside the office of Rep. Jim McGovern over the weekend in protest of what they call his lack of action on the war in Gaza.
Mass Public College Enrollment Increases for First Time Since 2013
New community colleges enrollments push the total number of higher education students in Mass. to its first annual increase since 2013.
$100 Million Distributed in Fair Share Infrastructure Funds
The state has distributed $100 million to 351 municipalities in Massachusetts raised through the Fair Share Amendment.
Worcester Schools Awarded $150,000 for Early College Programs
A state grant has awarded Worcester Public Schools $150,000 for expansion of early college programs. Eight school systems received awards.
State Declares Burncoat High School Eligible for Rebuild
The Massachusetts School Building Authority voted on Wednesday to accept Burncoat High School as eligible for a future construction project.
Worcester City Council Votes to Enable Property Owners to Create Accessory Units
The Worcester City Council approved an ordinance on Tuesday night that allows one additional, self-contained housing unit on residential lots.
State Committee Considers Door Locking Devices in Schools
A state legislative committee heard testimony on Monday a bill to allow temporary door-locking devices for emergencies like active shooters.
Burncoat High School Closed Tuesday, Dec. 12
Burncoat High School is closed on Tuesday, Dec. 12, due to no working heat in the building. Both basketball games are also cancelled.
Six Locations for Annual Guns to Gardens Exchange Dec. 9
The annual Guns 2 Gardens firearm exchange program returns on Saturday, Dec. 9, at six locations in Worcester County, including two in the city.
