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Real Solutions and Main South community workers held a May 5th press conference recognizing the Worcester Police Department's on-going investigative work in the Main South murders and calling on Worcester leaders to take this opportunity to end the continuing climate of prejudice and fear mongering.

With recently announced progress in solving the murders of Betzaida Montalvo, Carmen Rudy, Dinelia Torres, Wendy Morello and Lineida Olivera organizers called for changing the attitudes that persist in our community against those who have addictions to drugs or alcohol, experience homelessness, or who are engaged in sex work.

"As we work to change these prejudices, we challenge ourselves and all community members to look at how we contribute to this climate through our words and actions."

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Tell City Council and the City Manager they must;protect funding for Worcester Public Schools. After years of cuts, we must make sure that Worcester Public Schools are a top priority in this budget.

Over the past six years, Worcester Public Schools have suffered over $50 million in cuts. These cuts have caused eight school closures, 600 position cuts,increased class sizes, and an overall negative perception of our public school system. Many families have moved due to the deteriorating quality of education - and many more are considering that option. At the same time, many families are choosing not to move to our community because of our school quality.

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Support directly democratic education in Worcester and enjoy a heartwarming evening of theater.

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Legendary Worcester activist, artist, and teacher Tom Lewis (1940-2008) died at home recently. Members of the Catholic Worker Community have organized a Mass and celebration to honor his lifelong work and commitment.

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Worcester Peace Works (WPW) reports that the City Clerk and City Solicitor have accepted as suitable, WPW's petition to City Council to explore payment in lieu of taxes (P.I.L.O.T.)from "military entities in Worcester, including recruiting offices and bases".

Gordon Davis reports that payments in lieu of taxes would support the "City's Veterans Affairs Offices for services to veterans in need.... reliev[ing] the burden on the taxpayers of Worcester whose taxes now fund that office.

The item is on the City Council's agenda for Tues., April 29th,2008, at 7pm. Worcester Peace Works is encouraging people to speak with City Councilors prior.

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The free clinics of Worcester are very good sources of health care. The clinics are staffed by doctors,nurses and many other volunteers who are ready to serve the people who come. Most of the clinics are in churches in the evening, and one mobile clinic goes to many neighborhoods during the day.

Many people don’t know about these free clinics, especially if they are new to Worcester or are visiting. None of the clinics ask for documents.

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Legendary Worcester activist, artist, and teacher Tom Lewis (1940-2008) died at home yesterday.

More information at Pie and Coffee.

More than 30 local residents gathered across from Worcester's downtown Bank of America today to watch Wind Power defeat Coal Power in a close-fought boxing match.

Press release.

More about Fossil Fool's Day.

More information about Bank of America's funding of coal.

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www.freeartworcester.blogspot.com creates original works of FreeArt from recycled and reclaimed materials to distribute the power of art on the streets of Worcester Massachusetts

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Casa Cultural Dominicana of Worcester put on a lively event on Friday, February 28th, 2008 at Clark University. The event featured Ritmos Dance Academy, El Cañon de la Bachata, DAS Dance Crew and many others. Awards were presented, including one for the Worcester Immigrant Coalition. Watch the 7 minute video produced by Worcester Indymedia.

Watch on youtube site.

Indymedia Photos

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