When did I live in Worcester, Mass?

I lived in Worcester from 1929 to 1943. I used to live on Lyman St. I remember the 4th of July and the Veterans day parades that threaded there way through all the cemeteries that were in that area. I miss the cool drink stands and the very PATRIOTIC Worcester people. I go back every other Sept. for a month but it isn’t the same now………Bob

What do you miss about Worcester, Mass?

I miss the cool drink stands and the very PATRIOTIC Worcester people. I go back every other Sept. for a month but it isn’t the same now………Bob I miss the movie theatres like the Family, Warner, Capital, Plymouth. Elm St, Olympia, Lois Poli. Royal, Strand. Rialto & Park ave.

What are your fondest memories of Worcester, Mass?

All the Hock shops, Eden Gardens, pool halls, Bowling alleys, Shacks, Sears&Roebucks, Western Auto, Speedys Drive in, Restaurants And Bars up one street and down another. A city where you never had to lock your doors…….I felt they lost their compass and couldnt find the way back.

Where did I go to high school in Worcester?

I grew up in the Leicester/Worcester area, and went to Leicester High School – I remember Hot Dog Annie’s, and watching the sunrise from the top of the spiral staircased tower on Bancroft Towers, and I used to hang out with friends inside the old, crumbled remains of Union Station.

I lived in Worcester from 1929 to 1943. I used to live on Lyman St. I remember the 4th of July and the Veterans day parades that threaded there way through all the cemeteries that were in that area. I miss the cool drink stands and the very PATRIOTIC Worcester people. I go back every other Sept. for a month but it isn’t the same now………Bob

What do you remember most about growing up in Worcester?

Thanks for the memories. What I remember most about growing up in Worcester is Great brook Valley. When we lived there it was a real neighborhood. All the parents looked out for everyones kids and it was a great place to grow up. I lived there in the late 60″s and early 70″s.

Where was the best place to buy clothes in Worcester?

And Denholms & McKay was the most in place to buy clothes. There were so many great places to shop, Lerners was there on the corner of Pleasant and Main, and I remember Marion’s (a little hat shop further down towards Lincoln Square near Barnards. I was quite a shopper back then.

I miss the cool drink stands and the very PATRIOTIC Worcester people. I go back every other Sept. for a month but it isn’t the same now………Bob I miss the movie theatres like the Family, Warner, Capital, Plymouth. Elm St, Olympia, Lois Poli. Royal, Strand. Rialto & Park ave.

What are the local events in Worcester MA?

The WooSox will give out up to 300 tickets over six home games this week when fans get vaccinated at Polar Park. The flag raising next week will be followed by Worcester’s Black Heritage Juneteenth Festival. This week’s batch of adoptable pets in your area are looking for their forever homes.

What to do if you live in Worcester MA?

Residents should continue to follow the Governor’s Order, the City Orders and continue practicing social distancing and wear masks or face coverings.

Is the city of Worcester open to the public?

More News… Several City buildings offering municipal services are open to the public by appointment, including: City Hall, the Municipal Service Center, DPW&P (East Worcester St. & Skyline Drive), Worcester Police Department, Inspectional Services/Worcester Fire Department.

Where is the city hall in Worcester MA?

City Hall and 25 Meade St., which houses Inspectional Services, Division of Public Health and Fire Prevention, will return to their regular scheduled hours, from 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. The Municipal Service Center at 801 Main St. will open Monday – Friday, 11 a.m. to 7 p.m.