Projects in Worcester, Holliston, and Northbridge designed to spur economic development and improve the environment received $4.8 million in fiscal 2026 federal appropriations.
The funding is part of $12.1 million allocated to projects in Congressman Jim McGovern’s (D-Worcester) district.
“These are targeted, practical investments that will strengthen public safety, expand opportunity, and improve people’s lives,” McGovern said in a Wednesday press release announcing the funding.
Worcester Polytechnic Institute received $1.5 million to build a continuous flow reactor to destroy PFAS in contaminated soils and vegetation in Worcester County. Successfully removing these forever chemicals will reduce toxicity of farm soils and produce a low-carbon fuel, according to WPI’s website.
The Worcester Senior Center received $1.2 million for lead and asbestos remediation and the separation of utilities at 128 Providence St.
The Town of Holliston received $1.09 million to build wastewater infrastructure in its downtown sewer district, intended to support local economic development and smart growth.
The Whitin Community Center’s project to renovate a historic school building into additional child care space received $1.02 million.
Eric Casey is the managing editor at Worcester Business Journal, who primarily covers the real estate and banking & finance industries.
