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Research your family history, get homework help, read newspapers, and access subject guides.

Telegram and Gazette Archive

Access historical newspapers related to Worcester from 1770s to present


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Access to this resource is funded by: 

George I. Alden Trust

Fletcher Foundation

Hoche-Scofield Foundation

Stoddard Charitable Trust

Table Talk Family Foundation

Featured Databases

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America's News Magazines

Access periodicals from around the country for free.

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Consumer Reports

Product news and reviews from Consumer Reports, an independent non-profit consumer advocacy group which tests and review a variety of products with the consumer in mind.

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Morningstar Investment Research Center

Find information about companies, stocks, ETFs, and markets. Includes articles, newsletters, videos, portfolio tools, and educational materials. 

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Worcester Telegram & Gazette

Read the Telegram & Gazette in text from 1866 to current.

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Research Guides

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Social Services

Get connected with Worcester and Massachusetts-specific resources, find English classes, or find resources for your classroom.

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Newspapers & Magazines

The Main Library maintains a collection of several hundred magazines and newspapers. The branches also maintain a small selection in print.

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Local History & Genealogy

The library holds a strong collection of materials available to assist genealogists and local historians in doing research.

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Financial Literacy

Find resources on financial literacy including investing and financial health.

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Small Business Resources

Information for small business owners and those thinking about starting a business.

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Job Seeker Resources

Find information on searching and applying for jobs, updating your resume, and other career services.

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Government Documents

The Worcester Public Library is the largest selective depository of federal documents in Central Massachusetts.

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English Learning & Citizenship

Find English classes and resources on citizenship and immigration.

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