Worcestory Lesson: Hopping on the brewing bandwagon (the first time)

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“As transportation and technology improved, beer became more refined and commercial variants readily available. Signature ales, IPAs, porters and lagers were imported by Geo. F. Hewett in the 1870s. Companies such as M.A. Worcester sold commercially available hops, yeast and malt from its warehouse near Mechanic and Summer streets. It was not, however, until the Bowler brothers arrived in 1883 that the city’s first big brewery was born.” As brewing in the city experiences a renaissance, Worcester history expert David DuBois reflects on the first beer boom.

Worcester Sun, Dec. 7: Randell on what City Council needs to do next, PCBs thoughts + more

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Legislative delays, medical safeguards high on legal marijuana to-do list |  “We’ve had discussions about delaying some of the dates to give us more time to fine tune the bill, and in the next few weeks we have to make final decisions on that,” Senate President Stanley Rosenberg said. Meanwhile, the Massachusetts Medical Society has shifted its focus from opposing legal pot to pressing for public health safeguards in the regulation of marijuana. Post-Trump, state business confidence index continues climb |  That bullishness, Associated Industries of Massachusetts and economists said, was driven in part by Donald Trump winning the presidency, despite uncertainty around the specific details of his campaign proposals. “The numbers certainly show a post-election bounce,” Sara Johnson, a senior research director at Global Economics, said. Sun commentary

Randell: Let’s spend a little more time on cutting expenses in Worcester |  “Don’t we owe it to those people who put all of this time and effort into the report to make sure some action is taken?

Worcestory Lesson: Strange bedfellows unite to turn Worcester into a modern 1848 city

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“The town government had proved itself ill-equipped to police its growing population and provide much-needed services. The temperance movement backed the calls by Worcester’s political elite — led by the Lincoln, Salisbury and Estabrook families — to change the form of government.” An exploding population, shifting societal priorities, and bit of chaos, lead to big changes in the Heart of the Commonwealth. David DuBois weaves the tale.

Worcestory Lesson: Hopping on the brewing bandwagon (the first time)

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“As transportation and technology improved, beer became more refined and commercial variants readily available. Signature ales, IPAs, porters and lagers were imported by Geo. F. Hewett in the 1870s. Companies such as M.A. Worcester sold commercially available hops, yeast and malt from its warehouse near Mechanic and Summer streets. It was not, however, until the Bowler brothers arrived in 1883 that the city’s first big brewery was born.” As brewing in the city experiences a renaissance, Worcester history expert David DuBois reflects on the first beer boom.

Worcester Sun, Oct. 9-15: In this issue

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Worcestory Lesson, with an eye on the city’s current brewing renaissance, brings us back to the first beer boom. PCBs in schools must be a top priority — our editorial. Hitch on Weld. Sinacola on Healey. Another chapter in Giselle Rivera-Flores’ inspiring journey. And much more in your Oct. 9-15 Worcester Sun.

Worcestory Lesson: Strange bedfellows unite to turn Worcester into a modern 1848 city

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“The town government had proved itself ill-equipped to police its growing population and provide much-needed services. The temperance movement backed the calls by Worcester’s political elite — led by the Lincoln, Salisbury and Estabrook families — to change the form of government.” An exploding population, shifting societal priorities, and bit of chaos, lead to big changes in the Heart of the Commonwealth. David DuBois weaves the tale.

Worcester Sun, Sept. 4-10: In this issue

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Call this our “Back to the Future” edition. Worcestory Lesson and David DuBois make their triumphant return, this time in 1848 and drenched in political intrigue. Plus What if … Worcester flashes forward to 2044, where the school pickup line looks a bit different. Augustine Kanjia’s amazing journey from West African refugee to Worcester success story hits a critical juncture. Chris Sinacola on Worcester parking. Hitch on cellphones in schools. And all your favorites, in your Sept. 4-10 Worcester Sun.

Worcester Sun, Aug. 31: In this issue

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Which downtown startup was rubbing elbows with the Obama Administration last week? Only one way to find out. … Speaking of downtown, we have an editorial that cuts to the core. Hitch has the answers. And a couple of recent top clicks hit our Free to Read section. (There’s more, too!) It’s your Wednesday, Aug. 31, Worcester Sun.

Worcestory Lesson: All aboard! The heydey of Worcester trolley service

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“As home to trolley manufacturer Osgood Bradley and later Pullman Standard, Worcester played an important role in the history of passenger rail travel in the United States. And over the years, trolleys and trains have captured the imagination of millions.” Indeed, hop on and take a fascinating journey with Worcester history expert David DuBois.