Greater Worcester

Responding to concerns from the state about access to inpatient psychiatric care in Central Massachusetts, UMass Memorial Health Care announced a formal partnership with Harrington HealthCare in Southbridge.

Starting this summer, a new master plan is expected to finally be in the works for the city of Worcester.

First Night Worcester, Inc., the organizer of the annual New Year's Eve arts festival, has decided to discontinue operations after 35 years.

A new commuter rail stop will open Monday on the Framingham/Worcester line, meaning many morning trains heading into Boston will be leaving at slightly different times.

The former Anna Maria Rest Home in Worcester was sold last month for redevelopment, according to the buyer's representative.

The Patrick Family has purchased the former Gallo Mazda and Volvo dealerships in Worcester.

Asian Supermarkets, LLC, a Malden-based grocery store, is opening its second location in Worcester.

Moynihan's Pub on Main Street is under new ownership, according to the company that brokered the sale.

About 80 Massachusetts companies, including several based in Worcester County, have exhibits at a manufacturing showcase happening today through Thursday in West Springfield.

The Worcester Regional Food Hub has a new refrigerated box truck to help it distribute locally grown food to the Worcester Public Schools.