In the next six weeks, four new, long-awaited features are set to open at the Grid District in Worcester: a beer garden, a comedy club, and two restaurants adjoining the club.
Worcester's own campaign to wrest the Boston Red Sox AAA affiliate out from its 48-year home in Rhode Island has been a surprise success. The financial details, from the city's perspective, appear less successful.
Last year, the Worcester Regional Chamber of Commerce came out in full support of Mayor Joseph Petty, City Manager Edward Augustus, and a majority of the City Council in their efforts to bring the Red Sox Triple-A affiliate to Worcester.
These days, everyone seems to be talking about the Worcester Dining Renaissance. But before you jump into the sizzling Worcester restaurant scene, take a step back to think about key legal ingredients.