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The Hub is a multi-purpose community center in Winchendon, MA. In a repurposed former bowling alley, the facility acts as a central gathering place providing critical support, enrichment, & recreation for local residents. #solarinstallation #worcestercounty #dronephotography #westernmassdrones
September 21, 2026 at 10:28 AM
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Hiked a bit today with my dog. #NewEngland #WorcesterCounty
September 15, 2025 at 2:43 AM
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TRUMP'S AMERICA - A TERRORIST STATE

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ICE AGENTS IN WORCESTER SNATCHING INFANTS FROM THEIR MOTHERS #worcester #worcesterma #massachusetts #ice #massachusettstiktok #worcester #worcestertiktok #police #cops #worcestercounty
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May 9, 2025 at 2:18 AM
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Weather forecasts in my area keep calling for a high percentage of rain. Reality: no rain. Just lots of humidity.

Meanwhile my garden is dying because I keep expecting it to rain. #EasternShoreMD #WorcesterCounty
August 3, 2026 at 10:01 PM
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This was the whole group of award winners and presenters for the art awards last year at Worcester Plein Air event. So looking forward to next week! #pleinairpainters #worcestercounty Reception is next Friday. Details later this week. #artistatwork
September 13, 2025 at 12:07 AM
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WHCM's 2026 $100,000 Annual Appeal

Our Annual Appeal launched on November 25, 2025. Check out our results so far.

Help us keep history on time. Donate today and be part of the legacy.

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January 14, 2026 at 10:01 PM
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Worcester Massachusetts swarms of ICE officers to arrest women and children.

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May 8, 2025 at 10:31 PM
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US National Weather Service Boston
"Strong to Damaging Wind Gusts Thrs night & Fri: Strong to damaging westerly wind gusts of 45 to 60 mph are expected tonight & Fri behind a strong cold front. The strongest of those wind gusts will be in the high terrain."
#Worcester #Massachusetts #WorcesterCounty
Info Graphic from National Weather Service for Thrs 7pm to Fri 7pm for high winds, with additional warnings Map of Southern New England with an area of particularly high winds from Worcester, MA running to the SW. Another belt of particularly high winds from VT to CT in the Berkshire Hills W of the CT River Valley
March 6, 2025 at 1:52 PM
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Join me tomorrow morning at 8:30 am ET for my spot with Bulldog and the Rude Awakening crew! We’ll talk about my book and growing up in OCMD in the 70’s and 80’s and who knows what else. Looking forward to it! #thesolaceofautumn #michaeldpappas #ocmd #worcestercounty #bulldogsrudeawakeningshow
January 26, 2025 at 10:32 PM
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A state audit found procurement issues in Worcester County Public Schools — and referred questionable activity to the State Prosecutor.

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Audit flags procurement issues in Worcester County Public Schools
A state audit flagged procurement issues, contract oversight failures and hiring screening lapses in Worcester County Public Schools.
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February 27, 2026 at 12:31 AM
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Worcester County commissioners are pushing back after a state denial of a Bay restoration fee exemption for the Ocean Pines wastewater plant, citing unusual cold-weather conditions as the culprit.

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County asks state delegation to revisit Ocean Pines Bay restoration fee exemption denial
After the Maryland Energy Administration denied an exemption request, Worcester County commissioners voted to ask their state delegation to seek reconsideration of a Bay restoration fee exemption for the Ocean Pines wastewater treatment plant, citing cold‑weather sampling anomalies and the plant's permit compliance.
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February 27, 2026 at 6:34 PM
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Worcester County commissioners have made a pivotal shift by transferring cannabis reinvestment funds to the Local Management Board, sparking debate over control and community impact.

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Commissioners send local cannabis reinvestment funds to Local Management Board after initial tie vote
Following an initial 3–3 tie, Worcester County commissioners voted 5–2 to direct locally received cannabis reinvestment funds to the county’s Local Management Board (LMB) for allocation and administration. Commissioners debated whether to retain awarding authority at the county level or delegate it to the LMB.
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October 23, 2025 at 10:07 AM
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The Worcester County Board has approved permits for the exciting OC Rock & Ride motorcycle festival, ensuring top-notch security and safety measures to guarantee a fun and secure experience!

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Board grants promoter permits for OC Rock & Ride events with security and ID conditions
The Board approved promoter licenses for OC Rock & Ride activities at the Ocean City inlet parking lot (Sept. 9–12) and the Ocean City Convention Center (Sept. 9–13), imposing repeatable conditions: promoter‑provided security plans, ID/wristband controls, no patrons leaving with alcohol and coordination with police and state safety campaigns.
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July 17, 2026 at 6:29 PM
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Worcester County is gearing up for a major landfill expansion, but construction won't start until at least mid-2028 due to crucial environmental monitoring requirements!

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County staff: next landfill cell design underway; monitoring wells and permitting will delay construction until at least mid-2028
After approving a $971,000 pump-station upgrade at the Central Landfill, county staff told commissioners that design for the next landfill cell is about 40% complete, monitoring wells are being installed and must be in place for a year before construction can begin, and current capacity projections extend out to roughly August 2028.
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May 23, 2026 at 3:40 AM
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Worcester County commissioners just voted to boost reserves to 20% to fortify their bond readiness—are they setting the stage for major capital projects?

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Commissioners increase county reserves to 20% to strengthen bond readiness
After consulting bond advisors, commissioners approved raising the county reserve policy from a staff‑proposed 17% to 20%, funded from the stabilization fund. Staff said the move positions the county for upcoming bond issuances.
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September 18, 2026 at 12:46 PM
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Ocean Pines faces a financial dilemma as it loses its Bay Restoration fee exemption and struggles with overdue payments, prompting a heated debate among commissioners.

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Commissioners pause Ocean Pines Bay Restoration fee billing pending advisory board recommendation
Commissioners were briefed that Ocean Pines lost its Bay Restoration fee exemption and is behind on payments. Staff outlined options—charge customers, use reserves or offer credits—and the board voted to wait for a recommendation letter from the sewer advisory committee before deciding how to proceed.
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September 18, 2026 at 2:18 PM
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WinchendonYesterday we were working in Winchendon, Massachusetts nicknamed "Toy Town" because it was once home to the largest wooden toy manufacturing operation in the world.
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September 16, 2026 at 10:23 AM
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Maryland's bold $21.9 billion transportation plan promises to enhance safety and infrastructure with exciting local grants and projects on the horizon!

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MDOT outlines $21.9 billion draft six‑year plan, highlights US 50 safety work and local grants
Maryland Department of Transportation presented its draft six‑year Consolidated Transportation Program, totaling $21.9 billion, emphasizing safety and state of good repair and announcing local grants including a $94,000 bikeway design award for Snow Hill and transit funding for Ocean City.
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September 18, 2026 at 11:02 AM
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The Planning Commission has approved the Snow solar project while raising concerns about repeated irrigation waiver requests in a priority preservation area.

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Commission backs Timmons Road solar plan and grants irrigation waiver amid concerns
The Planning Commission voted to favorably recommend the Snow solar project on Timmons Road and granted an irrigation-waiver request; commissioners expressed recurring concerns about frequent waivers and noted the site lies in the county's designated priority preservation area.
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September 4, 2026 at 10:09 PM
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The Board of License Commissioners has officially approved exciting new licenses for the Ocean's Calling and Country Calling events, promising the same top-notch security and services that have made these festivals a hit in past years!

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Board approves promoter licenses for Ocean's Calling and Country Calling
The board approved promoter beer/wine/liquor licenses for Ocean's Calling (Sept. 25–27) and Country Calling (Oct. 2–3), with hours 12 p.m.–10:30 p.m. and town support for policing and public works; attorneys and resident agents testified applications were consistent with prior years.
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August 20, 2026 at 2:40 PM
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Worcester County received a clean audit opinion, but internal control weaknesses raise questions about their financial processes.

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County auditors issue unmodified opinion but flag accounting weaknesses
External auditors gave Worcester County an unmodified opinion for year-ended June 30, 2025, but reported four material weaknesses and three significant deficiencies tied to accounting controls and estimates; the firm said the issues reflect process gaps, not fraud.
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August 19, 2026 at 2:09 PM
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Worcester County's planning commission just approved 11 farmland-easement applications, but a looming funding crisis could mean only one or two will actually get the green light!

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Planning commission recommends forwarding 11 MALPF easement applications amid major state funding cuts
Worcester County planning staff presented 11 MALPF/MELF farmland-easement applications and warned of a state funding reduction; the commission voted to recommend the applications to the county commissioners, though staff said the county can likely fund only one or two this cycle.
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August 7, 2026 at 12:23 PM
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A controversial rezoning request in Worcester County has been withdrawn after fierce public backlash, leaving residents relieved but the future of the 14.72-acre parcel uncertain.

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Applicant withdraws rezoning request for 14.72‑acre Berlin parcel after heavy public opposition
The owners and applicant for rezoning case 453 withdrew their request to reclassify a 14.72‑acre Ocean Pines‑area parcel from R‑2 to R‑3 after a contested public hearing that included planning staff findings, expert testimony on traffic and wetlands, and strong opposition from Ocean Pines residents.
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July 25, 2026 at 6:31 AM
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One of my favorite #pleinair events refistrarion now open! #worcesterCounty #maryland #artistsatwork www.facebook.com/share/p/18zs...
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July 15, 2026 at 12:46 AM
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Worcester County just approved a significant reduction of the coastal buffer, allowing a new residence to rise closer to the bay—what does this mean for the environment and local residents?

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Board approves critical‑area buffer variance and special exception for replacement residence at Sawgrass Point Road
The board approved a variance reducing the Atlantic Coastal Bays buffer from 100 feet to 25 feet (encroachment of 75 feet) and granted the special exception to replace an existing residence, subject to mitigation and a 3:1 mitigation ratio for permanent disturbance to the buffer as required by staff and the Critical Area Commission.
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July 10, 2026 at 6:45 AM