Arts & Entertainment

Since joining Harvard-based Maugel DeStefano Architects eight years ago, Pelletier advanced to the top, first being tapped as a principal by founder Brent Maugel in a 2018 merger that created Maugel DeStefano Architects.

The Worcester Art Museum has transferred ownership of a bust it purchased that was likely stolen, beginning the repatriation process for the 1966 acquisition.

With more than $1 million in annual sales, The Blessing Barn Home Store and Sharing Center and its sister locations in Mendon and Boston support the nonprofit Compassion New England.

Startup nonprofits are working to become thriving, sustainable contributors to the community.

Indian Ranch is known for hosting best-selling country acts and tribute bands, although the venue’s repertoire has since expanded.

Kent dur Russell has been named the new board president at New England Botanic Garden at Tower Hill in Boylston. Russell was previously the longtime CEO and curator at the Museum of Russian Icons in Clinton.

Worcester personal watercraft company shows how even in a shaky economy, good ideas can get close to investment ready.

Pickleball, a racket sport played on a scaled-down tennis court with a plastic ball and paddles, has been the subject of much media attention and growing popularity. Soon, Central Massachusetts will have its own indoor pickleball venue in West Boylston.

Worcester City Manager Eric Batista proposed to delete the Worcester Ballpark Commission and place Polar Park under the purview of the City’s Department of Public Facilities, according to the Worcester City Council agenda for Tuesday’s meeting.

Bay Staters will remain unable to wager on the Saudi-backed LIV Golf after gaming regulators on Tuesday rejected an application to open it up to sports betting ahead of an anticipated merger.