Radio Worcester’s Talk of the Commonwealth

On this edition of The ClearPath Financial Partners podcast, Ryan Kittredge, President and Financial Advisor, discussed strategies for homebuyers who want to purchase a new home before selling their current home.

A short film, shot entirely in Worcester for the Dead of Winter Film Festival, recently won and won big at “The Top Shorts Film Festival.” Solus Writer/Director/Actor Tommy Jay Dwyer, John Keough, and HollyWoot Film Group stopped by the Talk of the Commonwealth. 

 As her tenure comes to a close, Worcester Public Schools Superintendent Dr. Rachel Monárrez sat down for a candid conversation reflecting on her three-year leadership of the state’s second-largest school district.  

On this episode of The Worcester Red Sox Show Dr. Charles Steinberg talks about the Roman Anthony being called up to the Boston Red Sox, joining Marcello Mayer. How that call up didn't slow down the WooSox, who have a 9 game winning streak and hot young stars, like "The Password," and Blaze Jordan. Dr. Charles encourages fans to come out for the upcoming homestand. "These are the days. Here they are. The kind that we look forward to all winter long."

The Radio Roundtable, Guillermo Creamer, Randy Feldman, Tony Economou comment on the controversy over a piece written by Tom Marino at thisweekinworcester.com that says a Worcester Police Union pressured the Police Chief to bring charges against Councilor Etel Haxhiaj. The WPD says the story is false.The Roundtable also looks at the riots in L.A. and what is happening with immigration protests and ICE arrests in Central MA.

The Rundown looks at how an Anti-ICE demonstration forced the Worcester City Council to recess their meeting.Tom Marino and Mark Henderson look at a thisweekinworcester.com story, denied by the Worcester Police Department, that claims a police union leader threatened to end support for the Chief if Councilor Etel Haxhiaj wasn't charged over interfering with police during the ICE arrest on Eureka St.

Tuesday night’s chaotic City Council meeting, which was derailed by vocal protesters chanting “ICE out of Worcester,” continuing public outrage over a recent arrest on Eureka Street and immigration enforcement policies.
“It’s come to a point where we have to get the people’s business done,” said Petty. “We weren’t able to do that again.”
The mayor described escalating tensions, including scared citizens in attendance, damage to City Hall property, and a group that followed councilors out of the building. Petty ultimately recessed the meeting to restore order but said, “Enough’s enough.”

Dave Nordman of The Worcester Guardian shares the news of a $100,000 donation from the Cliff and Susan Rucker Charitable Foundation. The Guardian is a nonprofit free online news organization serving the Worcester, Massachusetts community.

State Senator Michael Moore stopped by the Talk of the Commonwealth morning show to share his perspectives on the current immigration enforcement climate and the state’s role in addressing related issues. He also provided updates on legislative efforts around data privacy, cybersecurity, and artificial intelligence regulation.

Don't miss the opportunity to honor Kathy Gagne at "Encore: A Night of Music and Celebration." The June 13th event will honor her and raise funds for Mechanics Hall. "Encore" will feature performances by various artists with strong connections to Mechanics Hall, including the Mechanics Hall Youth Singers. Get tickets now at mechanicshall.orgKathy Gagne has devoted 30 years of her life to Mechanics Hall. The last 7 as Executive Director. She has a deep appreciation for the history and cultural significance of Mechanics Hall, and has been instrumental in preserving and promoting the venue. Gagne started at Mechanics Hall 30 years ago after a conversation with a friend on a soccer field, initially as the publicist. She immersed herself in learning the history and significance of Mechanics Hall, which is considered one of the finest pre-Civil War performance halls in the country. As executive director for the past 7 years, Gagne has focused on increasing musical programming, preserving the historic building, and engaging the community. It's been a dream job for Gagne, "I've never, ever in all those years woken up in the morning and said, oh, I have to go to work today." She says she's ready for what comes next, "I want to get really smart about something I don't know anything about yet."
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