Make the016.com a preferred choice with Google by clicking here 
Discover the heartbeat of Worcester with The016.com! Stay connected to the latest news, events, and stories that matter most to you. Don’t miss out—sign up today and be part of the community that keeps Worcester in the know. Your front-row seat to everything local starts here!
In The News
>WEATHER: Mark Rosenthal's 7-day forecast (1:20). High of 28 today in Worcester
-Storm tonight brings snow, sleet, ice and rain through Sunday (3:16)
>TOP OF THE NEWS
-Declared Winter Parking Ban in Worcester to take effect at 3 p.m. Saturday
-"Professional tenants" evicted again (3:05)
-N.I.H. funding cuts could impact Worcester’s research institutions
-WPI named only Research 1 institution in Central Mass., following years of investment in research and startups
-State plan says Central Mass. needs 7.5% to 10% growth in housing over next decade to meet demand
-What's going on with the Johnson Tunnel in downtown Worcester?
-Radio Worcester (19:00): Worcester’s Chief Equity Officer Kevin Lovaincy on D.E.I.
-Need plans for February vacation?
-West Boylston police chief, town administrator at odds over flag
-Radio Worcester (17:53): Joshua Croke on Worcester’s LGBTQ+ protests: "A fight for transparency and inclusion"
-Radio Worcester (19:33): Mayor Joe Petty on Worcester’s LGBTQ+ sanctuary city vote
>FAITH: Number of Catholic marriages decreasing throughout the world, but resources are available
-DINING OUT: 5 Central Mass. restaurants we wish made USA TODAY Restaurants of the Year
-ICYMI: Worcester police ask for help finding missing 14-year-old
-Different life paths led to one love for Worcester couple
-Valentine's Day story: After coffee spill, couple marks 50 years
-For Michelle and Tracey Love, marriage endures even in uncertain times
-Mass. state trooper accused of shoplifting 23 times in 2024 (1:36)
-See the rest of the day's Worcester news
>HOLDEN (brought to you by Lamoureux Ford): February Senior Center events
-Longtime customer salutes Lamoureux Ford (3:53)
-Students get FRESH about food insecurity
>THE BURBS (brought to you by North End Motor Sales): Leominster woman arrested for driving suspect to bank robbery
-Shrewsbury Select Board update (3:32)
-Rutland says "No" to second retail marijuana license
-Grafton's M.B.T.A. Communities compliance confirmed
-100FM The Pike (7:14): 18th annual Ice Out Einstein
-Grafton FinCom gets first glance at town budget
-Nashoba reduces budget "ask" by $3 million
>BARS & BANDS: The Mayor's Live Music List for Saturday
>SHOWTIME: Things to Do: Films, concerts, helping hands
-Sutton natives make film their careers
-"Saturday Night Live": Worst musical moments in 50 years of "SNL"
>OPINION: First Person: Joe Fusco Jr.'s foray into "high" society
-Shaun Connolly: Not like us
-Amanda Meady: How do people like this — Exercise edition
-WCCA-TV's Close to Home No. 584 (28:53): Kate Cote, Part 2
-Manny Jae Media's Innerviews (1:00:48): Worcester City Councilor Khrystian King
>OBITUARIES: Tribute to Worcester woman who passed away at 107
>SPORTS: Alex Bregman joins Boston Red Sox at spring training (1:11)
-Former Holy Cross star Bronagh Power-Cassidy brings passion to Villanova
-Holy Cross men's and women's basketball to face Lehigh
-Holy Cross men's hockey beats Mercyhurst, 7-3. Highlights (1:30)
-'Sader Stories (2:19): World class workforce
-Railers beat Americans, 5-3
>NATIONAL: Thousands fired in federal government purge
-Helicopter crew in collision with plane may not have heard key instruction from tower: N.T.S.B.
-Tragic: Dad killed in front of son at Walgreens
>NEW ENGLAND: UMass Memorial sought to buy shuttered Nashoba Valley Medical Center for new E.R.
>COLLEGES: Assumption hosts Community and the Company of Friends event
-NHL legend Kevin Stevens inspires Anna Maria students with powerful talk on overcoming addiction
-Clark Challenge. Change. podcast (11:42): The evolution of LinkedIn
>TRAVEL (brought to you by Fuller RV & Rental): 5 countries where cash is still king
>BUSINESS: Central Mass. unemployment rose in December, remained higher than in 2023
-Radio Worcester (12:48): Auxilium Worcester is a new hub for startups and innovation
>HOMES: Protection from utility shutoffs during the winter (2:19)
>SHOPPING: Walmart slammed for staffing shortages sparking long checkout lines
>HEALTH: Does listening to music hold benefits for fetuses? (:42)
-Study shows link between headaches and suicide attempts (1:55). Article
>FOOD: Heart-healthy recipes for American Heart Month
>TV/STREAMING: 11 best new movies on Netflix
>MOVIES: New movies on demand — "Better Man," "One of Them Days," and more
>CELEBRITY: Diddy sues NBC over "fresh lies" in Peacock doc that brands him a "monster"
>ANIMALS: Cat who nobody wanted becomes the best foster uncle (2:04)
>HISTORY: St. John's Church in Worcester
>GOOD NEWS: Lottery ticket man thought was dud turns out to be $4 million winner
-Meanwhile, in Chile, video shows humpback whale swallowing kayaker
Latest obituaries | | Friday's highlights | | Today's horoscope | | Local Sports
Classifieds
>HELP WANTED
-Fully Funded Training Program in Biomanufacturing
-Servers, Canal District restaurant
-Line cook, Shrewsbury Street restaurant
-Equipment operators, Holden D.P.W.
See all Help Wanteds | | Job opening? Post it here for FREE today
In The News
>WEATHER: Mark Rosenthal's 7-day forecast (:43). High of 70 today in Worcester
>TOP OF THE NEWS
+Noon: Hudson man accused of killing grandmother with skateboard
+Noon: 10 Worcester properties near WPI listed for $9.9 million
+Noon: Worcester residents defy city chicken ban as backyard flocks grow
+Noon: When does the Jewish holiday of Passover start, end?
+Noon: Splendid Torch to perform for Club 321 at Mechanics Hall
+Noon: Last Call: Anne O'Connor, historian and author
+Noon: Dunkin' giving away 1,000,001 free coffees today (:28)
-Woman shot on Millbury Street in Worcester, suspect in custody (2:10). Article
-Worcester man killed in Boston hit-and-run
-Police investigate deadly crash in Charlton (2:16). Article
-Car burned to crisp: Millbury High senior had good excuse for tardiness
-Worcester’s "A Better Life" housing program helps break generational poverty by promoting self-sufficiency
-139-unit Worcester housing project faces setback as developer requests extension
-After 10 years and $16 million raised, Creative Hub Worcester center to open in April
-Worcester councilor seeks 911 info as city faces major mental health lawsuit
-Radio Worcester (25:27): Why Sen. Robyn Kennedy says the legislature audit may face a constitutional challenge
>DINING OUT: Worcester restaurant closed today for private event
-ICYMI: Tractor-trailer fire on I-290 in Worcester snarls Tuesday morning commute (:35). Article
-Worcester man gets 30 years in prison for sexually exploiting 3 young girls
-Police warn of rash of "smash & grabs" at trail parking lots
-Walmart warehouse, in former Sam's Club off Route 146, closing
-Street sweeping begins in Worcester on April 6th
-See the rest of the day's Worcester news
>HOLDEN (brought to you by Lamoureux Ford): Fundraiser to support staff of 122 Diner
-Message from 122 Diner after last week's crash
-Longtime customer praises Lamoureux Ford (3:29)
>THE BURBS (brought to you by North End Motor Sales): Body cam video captures dramatic chase through Webster neighborhood (:46). Article
-Oxford town manager who recently resigned is suing town
-First Student, Teamsters avert looming school bus strike
-Spencer selectmen authorize Proposition 2½ override questions be placed on ballot
-Police searching for driver who allegedly caused serious 4-car crash in Clinton
>BARS & BANDS: The Mayor's Live Music List for Wednesday
>SHOWTIME: Hanover Theatre announces 7-show 2026-27 Broadway Series
-Listen Up: Good Sleepy at home base with new album
-Rush debuts new drummer at Canada’s JUNO Awards
-50 years of Steve Miller Band’s "Fly Like An Eagle" celebrated with limited-edition picture disc
>OPINION: Sarah Connell Sanders: Retired teacher Velah Mary Hazard turns 100, saw history unfold
-Tom Marino: Worcester councilor seeks 911 mental health response info
-Janice Harvey: No Kings rally at Institute Park puts age in perspective
-Radio Worcester Roundtable (50:13): Does Worcester’s Human Rights Commission have any real power?
-Unity Radio's Future Focus (58:58): District 2 City Councilor Robert Bilotta, District A School Committee member Molly McCullough
>OBITUARIES: Tribute to Worcester woman who delayed her retirement into her 70s
>SPORTS: Patriots set for HBO’s "Hard Knocks" next year
-Mike Vrabel shares notable Patriots updates at NFL League Meeting
-Celtics’ best and worst first-round matchups
-Bruins beat Dallas, 6-3
-Red Sox lose to Houston, 9-2
-Bravehearts' June 3rd Baseball in Education game is sold out
-Holy Cross football 2026 season tickets on sale now
-Railers, Islanders partnership may be nearing end
-UConn wins would mean furniture jackpot at Jordan's (2:10)
-U.S. men's soccer team loses to Portugal, 2-0
>NATIONAL: Excitement builds for Artemis II mission around the moon (2:23)
-Nancy Guthrie's Arizona home left eerily untouched and in "immaculate" condition after abduction: report
-Tragic: Student killed himself after shooting teacher at top high school
>NEW ENGLAND: Housekeeper assaulted, tied up in "horrendous" home invasion (1:05)
-M.B.T.A. announces free Fridays, half‑price commuter rail passes for summer (1:06)
>COLLEGES: 4 finalists in running to take over as chancellor at UMass Medical School
-Anna Maria AMCAT Recap – Winter Edition
>TRAVEL (brought to you by Fuller RV & Rental): The 10 worst U.S. cities for seasonal allergies
-Best Amazon travel deals: Luggage, pillows, adapters, portable tech
>BUSINESS: You could be getting a bigger-than-normal refund. Here’s why (2:37)
-LPL Financial Research: Earnings likely to grow double digits again; will markets care?
-Worcester hospice care provider names new C.E.O.
>HEALTH: Diabetes warning signs and risks in women
-Hims customized weight loss plans, GLP-1 plans and meal replacements
>HOMES: Mass. home sales down more than 10% to start 2026
>FOOD: The scientific reason soda tastes better in a can
>TV/STREAMING: Yellowstone's Mo Brings Plenty floored Monica got killed off on "Marshals"
-Rip, Beth's "Yellowstone" spinoff "Dutton Ranch" gets first trailer — and a premiere date
>MOVIES: "The Housemaid" sequel with Sydney Sweeney, Kirsten Dunst gets release
>CELEBRITY: Tiger Woods breaks silence after D.U.I. arrest following car crash
-Sydney Sweeney wears sheer lingerie to the theater in sizzling Syrn video
>ANIMALS: Confused Husky puppy learns how to be a dog (3:21)
>HISTORY: Lincoln Square in Worcester, circa 1926
>GOOD NEWS: Newlywed fan wins $20,000 after hitting half-court shot
-Meanwhile, in Michigan, woman makes daring escape from cops by slipping through police car window
Latest obituaries | | Tuesday's Highlights | | Today's horoscope | | Local Sports
Quick Links: Personalize your news | | Browse members | | Advertise | | Blogs | | Invite friends | | Videos
Animals | | Boston Sports | | Business | | Cars | | Celebrity | | Colleges | | Commute & Travel | | Crime | | Faith | | Food | | Good News | | Health | | Help Wanted | History | | Homes | | Local Sports | | Lottery | | Movies | | National | | New England | | Politics | | Shopping & Deals | | SHOWTIME! | | TV & Streaming | | Weather
