Worcester, MA
Worcester (pronounced WU-str) is known as the “Heart of the Commonwealth” because of its location near the geographic center of Massachusetts, and a heart is the official symbol of the city. Its ideal location puts Worcester a little over 40 miles west of Boston, 50 miles east of Springfield and about 40 miles northwest of Providence, Rhode Island.
The region’s diverse roster of employers includes advanced manufacturing, logistics and transportation, financial services, nonprofits, health care and education. The region has added more than 12,000 jobs since 2012. The life sciences sector is also alive and thriving in the Worcester region, which is home to more than 60 biotech companies.
Worcester offers residents plenty of entertainment options and outdoors gems. Elm Park in Worcester is one of the oldest public parks in the U.S. The region also features more than 200 miles of trails on conservation land and five beaches, including Coes Pond, Bell Pond and Shore Park Beach. A gem in the region is Quinsigamond State Park.
Worcester offers people of all ages and backgrounds the perfect lifestyle. Here, you can find great job opportunities, family fun, delicious food and more. Come see for yourself!
Livability Worcester, MA is sponsored by the Worcester Regional Chamber of Commerce.
In This Issue
Where to Live Now
8 Reasons to Move to Worcester, MA
Experiences & Adventures
Enjoy 4 Seasons of Fun Activities in Worcester, MA
Food Scenes
Find Fabulous Farm-to-Table Fare in Worcester, MA
Experiences & Adventures
5 Fun Things to Do in Worcester, MA
Education, Careers & Opportunity
Creativity Flows at These Worcester Businesses
Affordable Places to Live
Where to Live in Worcester, MA
Where to Live Now
Why I Built My Business in Worcester (and You Can, Too!)
Where to Live Now
Worcester Travel: Go Anywhere from Here
Education, Careers & Opportunity
Colleges and Universities in Worcester: So Many Choices!
Education, Careers & Opportunity
Life Science in Worcester, MA: A Hub of Innovation
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AbbVie Bioresearch Center Improves Lives and Overall Living
Healthy Places
In Good Health: All is Well in Worcester
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