Great cities share common traits - undeniable energy and a vibrant culture that drives growth and epitomizes livability. A center of commerce, industry, and education, Worcester has redefined its identity and refashioned its urban form to accommodate the needs of a dynamic economy. Today, those changes are bearing fruit as Worcester is the focus of an incredible amount of public and private investment - conservatively more than $2.2 billion. Worcester’s success is attributable to its low cost housing, high quality of life, an increasing knowledge-based economy and geographic accessibility. As a dynamic community, Worcester is not only a smart city, but a smart choice. See for yourself!
National Small Business Week Join the Worcester Business Resource Alliance in celebrating National Small Business Week with a free networking event on Wednesday, May 23rd at WPI's Alden Memorial Hall. Meet the people and resources dedicted to helping small businesses get off the ground and existing businesses expand. Advanced RSVP required. Additional information available here.
Worcester Named among Top 5 for HousingMSN Real Estate recently named the City of Worcester as one of the five best housing markets in the country for 2012. Read more about the promising predictions here.
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Now more than ever the City of Worcester is on the move! This was evident by the major construction projects underway in 2011. From infrastructure improvements, to demolition of vacant underutilized structures, to the construction of new state-of-the-art buildings, the heart of the Commonwealth is forever transforming itself.
Please read our 2011 Year in Review below:
