
The 6th Worcester Black Tie Gala for The Odd Fellows Home
We are very excited to announce to you the date and details for our upcoming The 6th Worcester Black Tie Gala. The exciting and much anticipated event will take place on April 15, 2023 at the Beechwood Hotel, 363 Plantation Street, Worcester, Massachusetts. The evening will begin with a 6:30 pm social hour, wine tasting, and a silent auction, followed by dinner and dancing. The Odd Fellows Home is honored to announce that Dr. Charles Steinberg, President, Worcester Red Sox is the recipient of the Odd Fellows Home Salute to Achievement Award for his service, support and professionalism throughout the Worcester community, and the Commonwealth of Massachusetts.

Winner of Worcester’s Favorite Holiday Novelty Song!
Thank you for voting in our 2022 Holiday Novelty Song Poll! After a thorough review of the votes to that should eliminate any and all conspiracy theories.

Worcester’s Favorite Christmas Song?
Christmas music only get’s played once a year (even though it seems to be several months worth) and everyone has their favorites. Our annual poll celebrates the much loved Christmas Novelty Songs that have been engrained in our collective memories since we were all children. Which is your favorite??

Cara Brindisi’s Holiday Tour!
Cara Brindisi is a knockout singer-songwriter with a new album and an upcoming tour. She shared her experience on NBC’s The Voice with us and how her life is changing. Including a move to Nashville, an upcoming Holiday Tour, and some of the new music from her upcoming album. carabrindisi.com

Arthritis Charity Ball
Clarence Plant joined by Mark O’Flaherty of Odd Fellows Home in Worcester joins Talk of the Commonwealth to bring us up to date on the 26th Annual Arthritis Ball. Saturday December 3rd at the Manor Restaurant in West Boylston. Social Hour 6 p.m. Dinner at 7 p.m. For tickets and sponsor information please contact Nancy Cyr at Ncyr@oddfellowshome.com.

Cara Brindisi and The Worcester Railers
Cara Brindisi was victorious in her battle round on NBC’s The Voice. She brings us behind the scenes and talks about what it’s like to compete. Cara will be part of The Railers Opening Night Saturday the 22nd and will be performing a special concert at Off The Rails after the game.
Consumers have submitted numerous reports to BBB Scam Tracker about scams targeting customers of marijuana dispensaries
Photo - Adobe StockIs nothing sacred? Consumers have submitted numerous reports to BBB Scam Tracker about scams targeting customers of marijuana dispensaries where sales are legal for medicinal and/or recreational purposes. Nancy Cahalen of the BBB breaks it down for...

Types of Employee Leave: Vacation, Paid Sick Leave and PTO. Karyn Rhodes, Complete Payroll Solutions
Graphic Types of Employee Leave: Vacation, Paid Sick Leave and PTO. Hank asks Karyn Rhodes, Complete Payroll Solutions, about the average amount of vacation businesses are giving. Do employers in MA need to give their employees sick time? Does sick time need to be...

Tim Power from Discover Central MA speaks with Bri Azier from Bri’s Sweet Treats on her Grand Opening at the Worcester Public Market.
PHOTO - shopbrissweettreats.comTim Power from Discover Central MA speaks with Bri Azier from Bri's Sweet Treats on her Grand Opening at the Worcester Public Market. She'll be neighbors with Canal District Wines. Representing Canal District Wines and talking about...

Nutrition plays a critical role in our health and our health care system. Yet one in eight people in Worcester County doesn’t have enough to eat.
Adobe Stock ImagesTime now for Improving Your Health with Fallon’s Richard Burke. It’s the last episode of 2022 and we saved an important topic to end the year—food insecurity. Nutrition plays a critical role in our health and our health care system. Yet one in eight...

Diane Casey Luong with Abby Waltz
Diane Casey Luong speaks with National Director Abby Waltz and Diane’s over $100,000 in rewards delivered to community heroes.

Joy Guru Humanitarian Services Event
Save the Date! June 3rd at Mechanics Hall will see some of the world's greatest musicians in concert to benefit Joy Guru Humanitarian Services. The Raag Raagini Concert will fill Mechanics Hall with classical Indian music featuring the world's foremost sitar player....

Inside Mechanics Hall – Inside the Portraits Project
Photo - Kill the Ball Media Big doings at Mechanics Hall for the holidays. The Cara Brindisi "Snow Globe Holiday Tour" arrives on December 21st. Comedian Bob Marley has added a third show as he comes to Mechanics Hall on the 28th and 30th. Mechanics Hall Executive...

Rollstone Bank and Trust President and CEO Martin Connors gives us a look at what he sees coming in 2023.
facebooktwitterSHOW SCHEDULE6:45 AM - Health ReportDr. Michael Hirsh gives you updates on recent health news, local health issues and health related topics.8:50 AM-Worcester Regional Chamber of Commerce Radio Blast9:05 AM- Senior Games9:30 AM- Let's Talk Taxes with...

Spread the Love – Katie Talks About Matt Bruce
Matt Bruce was a young man who loved life and although he passed away in 2014 less than a year after being diagnosed with ALS he continues to be an inspiration to those who knew him. He had an indomitable spirit and lived life to the fullest, traveling, going to sporting events, spending time with family right up until the very end. His brother AJ and sister Lauren join Katie Benison Camell on the Spread the Love podcast and tell his story.

WRCC President Tim Murray talks about the changing face of the Canal District
Graphic President and CEO of the Worcester Regional Chamber of Commerce talks about the changing face of the Canal District and the impact of Polar Park. The number of apartments being built in that area of the city. The density that will be built and what that means...

Saint Gobain and the WBDC
We throw around words like transformative too easily but in this case it is accurate. The deal between Saint Gobain and the WBDC that sees 51 acres, half of the campus being transferred, is truly transformative and historic. Craig Blais, President WBDC, and Patrick...

WooSox President Dr. Charles Steinberg talks about a new Fan Deck that will see live music and more Adirondack chairs.
Worcester Red SoxWooSox President Dr. Charles Steinberg talks about a new Fan Deck that will see live music and more Adirondack chairs. The club adding heaters where fans gather for the Spring games. Big news on the food front as new menu items will include lobster...