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Jerry Filmore

Jerry Filmore is the Founder and Editor-in-Chief of What’s Up Worcester News, Inc. is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization community news outlet dedicated to informing, engaging, and empowering Worcester through accessible, accurate, and inclusive storytelling. With over a decade of experience in management, community organizing, and media production, Jerry leads with a passion for amplifying local voices and spotlighting the people, places, and stories that make Worcester Massachusetts thrive. When he’s not producing new shows or organizing community initiatives like Woo CommuniTree or Worcester Voices: Community Awards & Celebration Night, you can find Jerry collaborating with local creatives, mentoring young reporters, and continuing to build bridges across Worcester’s neighborhoods.

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Spotlight on Body Vybes at Ladies Night Out Worcester

By Jerry Filmore

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At Ladies Night Out Worcester, we sat down with Reanna Filmore of Body Vybes to talk about her handcrafted, natural skincare products. From soaps and scrubs to lotions, every item is made with care and intention, bringing self-care and sustainability…

Interview Spotlight: Wicked Wheels at Ladies Night Out Worcester

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At this year’s Ladies Night Out Worcester, our very own Betsey Kennedy sat down with Killian Madden, the owner of Wicked Wheels, Worcester’s dedicated eBike concierge. Wicked Wheels is helping redefine transportation in our city by making electric bikes…

Why the Worcester Recount Matters: A Local’s View From Someone Who Calls This City Home

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Twenty three votes out of more than twenty six thousand. That is the razor thin margin that brought Worcester to a recount, and it is the clearest reminder we could have that every voice in this city matters. Worcester shows up, Worcester pays attention,…

Worcester Wants Your Input on Its Zero Waste Future

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Worcester is taking another major step toward a cleaner, more sustainable future. The City has officially released its final “Toward Zero Waste” community survey, giving residents, workers, and students one last chance to help shape the priorities of…

Happy Birthday, U.S. Marine Corps! Celebrating Marine Corps Day in Worcester

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Today, November 10, 2025, marks 250 years of the United States Marine Corps — a quarter-millennium of courage, honor, and “Semper Fi.” From the first recruits at Tun Tavern to Marines serving across the globe today, the Corps’ legacy lives on in…