City of Worcester

The municipality is excited to announce the relaunch of ALERTWorcester! 🚨 There are a few ways you can sign up: Sign up online at: worcesterma.gov/emergency-comm… Sign up via text message: Text JoinAW to 65513 to enroll in SMS alerts. (1/2)

Today and every day we honor those who gave their lives to serve and protect our nation.

Reminder: Join the Worcester Veterans’ Council and the City of Worcester’s Veterans Services Division at their series of annual Memorial Day ceremonies over Memorial Day weekend (May 24 - 25).

Trash and recycling will not be picked up on Monday, May 25, due to the Memorial Day holiday. The holiday will result in a delay by one day. To learn more about the 2026 trash and recycling calendar visit: worcesterma.gov/trash-recyclin…

We are hiring! The City of Worcester is seeking applicants for a Civil Rights Investigator for the Investigation Division within the Executive Office of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion. Learn more: worcesterma.gov/jobs

City Offices will be closed Monday, May 25 in observance of the Memorial Day holiday.

Last week the city distributed 80 rain barrels to Worcester residents at its annual rain barrel pickup event! 💧 Rain barrels are a great way to conserve water, reduce your bill, and protect local waterways. Thank you to all who participated!

If you want to learn about the differences and how the city is working to improve our streets and make them safer and easier to navigate, watch this video. (2/2)

Do you know the difference between a rotary and a roundabout? 🤔   Just 26% of respondents to a Department of Transportation and Mobility quiz did. (1/2)

Please register in advance to receive the event meeting location and other important details via email. RSVP: worcesterma.gov/keep-worcester… (2/2)

Join us at the first of four community cleanups with the City Manager's Clean Team! The first cleanup will take place Saturday, May 30 from 9 to 11 a.m. at the Lower Pleasant St. Corridor. Rain date is Sunday, May 31. (1/2)

Read more: wrrb.org/thomas-s-green… (2/2)

Congratulations to 2026 Thomas S. Green Public Service Award recipients Christina Connolly of the @Worcester_PL and Richard Gonzalez of the Department of Health & Human Services! 🎉 Thank you for your commitment and dedication to serving our Worcester residents. (1/2)

National Grid is actively working to restore power to affected homes and businesses. Any downed power lines may be called into 911. Downed trees and branches that do not present a risk to people’s safety can be called into 311. [2/2]

There have been a number of reported downed powerlines and branches, as well as isolated power outages as a result of this evening's storm. Please take caution if traveling. [1/2]

The public may attend the hearing in-person or remotely. Learn more: worcesterma.gov/calendar/commu… (2/2)

The Community Preservation Committee will be holding an annual public hearing Tuesday, May 26 to get input on Worcester’s Community Preservation Plan. This is an opportunity for the community to weigh in on the current Community Preservation Plan and application process. (1/2)

The bulk waste drop-off facility at the Residential Drop Off Center at 1065 Millbury St. will be open for two additional days, Thursdays and Fridays. Appointments are required. Learn more: worcesterma.gov/announcements/… (2/2)

The Department of Public Works is expanding the number of days its bulk waste drop-off facility is open for the month of June. (1/2)

Attendees will be able to participate in workshops, learn about important issues affecting youth in Worcester, and share their thoughts with city officials. The event will include food, arts and crafts, and games. Learn more: worcesterma.gov/announcements/… (2/2)

The city’s Youth Council is hosting a Youth Convention Friday, May 22 from 3:30 to 7:30 p.m. at Doherty Memorial High School for Worcester youth ages 14-24! (1/2)