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ALT Graphic with text saying: "Sign up for ALERTWorcester"
ALT Graphic with text saying: "How to sign up online: Visit www.worcesterma.gov/emergency-communications/alertworcester and select Sign Up Now."
ALT Graphic with text saying: "How to sign up via text message: Text JoinAW to 65513 to enroll in SMS alerts (cellular provider message and data rates may apply). Once you send the text you will be sent a link prompting you to complete registration."
ALT Graphic with text saying: "How to sign up in person: Visit the Worcester 311 Customer Service Center at 799 Main St. during normal business hours to enroll with a member of our Worcester 311 team."
ALT Graphic with text saying: Project Blue Worcester Community Meeting Tatnuck Brook Watershed Oct. 21 | 6-7:30 p.m. | 242 Mill St. (IBEW Local 96 hall)
ALT Graphic with text saying: What to Know We need your input in implementing plans to reduce pollutants in Worcester’s waterways! Project Blue Worcester identified key pollutants, where they come from, and how best to restore and protect our precious blue spaces. The draft final plans will be presented at public meetings to incorporate community input and shape the implementation phase. Register for the Upcoming Meetings: worcesterma.gov/BlueSpace
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ALT Graphic with text saying: Chandler Street & May Street Improvements Public Meeting Thursday, Oct. 15 | 6 p.m. Worcester Dual Language Magnet School – Auditorium | 525 Chandler St.
ALT Graphic with text saying: Not sure when your leaves will be collected? Sign up for ALERTWorcester to be notified when crews are coming to your neighborhood. Sign up: worcesterma.gov/alertworcester
ALT Graphic with text saying: Fall Leaf Collection Program Need to Knows
ALT Graphic with text saying: The 2026 Fall Leaf Collection Program will begin on Monday, Nov. 2 Wednesday Trash Day - Week 1: Nov. 2 - Nov. 6 Monday (Quinapoxet/Grove) Trash Day - Week 2: Nov. 9 — Nov. 14 Monday (Grove/Salisbury) Trash Day - Week 3: Nov. 14 — Nov. 21 Monday (Salisbury/Pleasant) Trash Day - Week 4: * Nov. 21 — Nov. 28 Friday Trash Day - Week 2: * Nov. 9 — Nov. 14 Thursday Trash Day - Week 3: Nov. 14 — Nov. 21 Tuesday Trash Day - Week 4: Nov. 21 — Nov. 28 Dates above are approximate and may change. Streets around Clark University, Holy Cross, Worcester State, WPI and former Becker College area are collected Nov. 28 and Nov. 30. No Collection Veterans Day, Thanksgiving Day, and the Day after Thanksgiving *Due to the chance of early snowfall, residents in these areas should consider bringing leaves to a drop-off site.
ALT Graphic with text saying: Rake leaves into the gutter prior to, or on the weekend prior to, the date leaf collection is slated to begin in your area. Use Yard Waste Disposal Sites to avoid waiting for leaf collection crews. Site locations: 1065 Millbury St. Wed. | 8:30 a.m. - 7 p.m. Fri. | 8:30 a.m. – 3 p.m. Sat. and Sun. | 9 a.m. - 4 p.m. only site for large branches: 8" diameter and 8' length 300 Chandler St. Across from Foley Stadium Wed. | 8:30 a.m. - 3 p.m. Sat. | 9 a.m. - 4 p.m. 299 Clark St. Near E. Mountain St. Wed. | 8:30 a.m. - 3 p.m. Sat. | 9 a.m. - 4 p.m. Move parked cars in accordance with signage postings. Vehicles that interfere with leaf collection will receive a $50 citation and may result in the inability to collect leaves. Track DPW progress using an interactive map found on the municipal website. Additional helpful information, including hours of operation for the three dropoff sites, can be found on the website.
ALT Graphic with text saying: Don't rake leaves into the gutter too early; it may compromise public safety, impede street drainage, and is a violation of city ordinance. Don't place brush or tree limbs curbside for pickup. This material must be disposed of at a yard waste drop- off site. Don't place leaves in the street after it has been swept. Placing leaves in the street after sweeping is costly, violates city ordinance, and is subject to a fine. Crews will not return to streets where leaves were placed after collection. Learn more: worcesterma.gov/streets/fall-leaf-collection
ALT Graphic with text saying: Apply for a 2027 WAC Grant Deadline: Oct. 15
ALT Graphic with text saying: What to Know: WAC offers two types of grants: Project grants: Assist in the development of projects and programs in the arts, humanities and interpretive sciences. Applicants must demonstrate a tangible benefit to Worcester citizens. All grant applicants must maintain a residential, commercial or studio address in Worcester County. All WAC-funded projects must occur within the city of Worcester. Fellowship grants: Assist individuals in developing their work outside the structure of a specific project or presentation. Artists in any discipline may apply. All Fellowship applicants must maintain a residential, commercial or studio address in the city of Worcester.
ALT Graphic with text saying: What to Know: All applications must be submitted online by Thursday, Oct. 15. Applicants will be notified of funding decisions by late Jan. 2027. worcesterma.gov/cultural-development/grants
ALT Graphic with text saying: What’s on the City Manager’s agenda? Insights from the City Manager on his items for the Oct. 13, 2026 City Council Meeting Read the Substack: cmbatista.substack.com
ALT This is a graphic with an image that includes yellow City of Worcester trash bags and green recycling bins. This also includes text that states: Trash and recycling will not be picked up on Monday, Oct. 12, due to Indigenous Peoples’ Day/Columbus Day. This will result in a delay by one day.
ALT Graphic with text saying: Take the Cultural Plan Survey Help Shape Worcester’s Creative Future Deadline is Oct. 13
ALT Graphic with text saying: Take the survey to share what is working, what could be stronger and what priorities should guide arts and culture in Worcester over the next five years. As a thank you, respondents will have the option to enter a prize drawing for two prize packages (valued at $75+) provided by Worcester cafes, restaurants and service providers.
ALT Graphic with text saying: Take our survey and have a chance to win two bundle prizes of $5 Cordella’s Coffee Coupons x3 $25 Rio Viejo gift cards x2 August Coffee Coupons + 2 Branded Hats x2 One-hour Massage Voucher from Recovery Room x1 Haircut from WeezKutz x1 Mechanics Hall 321 Club Event x2
ALT Graphic with text saying: Take the survey: worcesterma.gov/cultural-plan