Local Resources

Essential links to local government, healthcare, education, transportation, and community services in Worcester

Emergency Services

Police, Fire & Medical

911

City Hall

Main Office

(508) 929-1300

WRTA

Public Transit

(508) 791-9782

Library

Main Branch

(508) 799-1655

Government & Municipal

City of Worcester

Official city website for government services, permits, and municipal information

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Worcester Public Schools

Information about Worcester's public school system, enrollment, and educational programs

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Worcester Public Library

Access library services, programs, and digital resources throughout Worcester

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Healthcare & Emergency

UMass Memorial Medical Center

Primary healthcare system serving Worcester and Central Massachusetts

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Worcester Fire Department

Fire safety information, emergency services, and community programs

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Education & Universities

Worcester Polytechnic Institute

Private research university specializing in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics

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Clark University

Private research university known for liberal arts and graduate programs

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Worcester State University

Public university offering undergraduate and graduate programs

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Transportation

WRTA Bus Service

Worcester Regional Transit Authority - local bus routes and schedules

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Union Station Worcester

Amtrak and commuter rail service connecting Worcester to Boston and beyond

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Community & Culture

Worcester Art Museum

Premier art museum featuring collections spanning 5,000 years of art and culture

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Hanover Theatre

Historic performing arts venue hosting Broadway shows, concerts, and cultural events

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EcoTarium

Interactive science and nature museum with indoor and outdoor exhibits

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News & Media

Telegram & Gazette

Local daily newspaper covering Worcester and Central Massachusetts news

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Worcester Magazine

Alternative weekly covering local arts, culture, and community events

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