With a history dating back to 1722, Worcester stands proud in the heart of Massachusetts as the third largest city in New England. Located approximately one hour from Boston, ours is a city with something for everyone. Restaurant connoisseurs will relish our first rate dining establishments. Nature lovers will flourish in our parks and woodlands. They serve as backdrops to our rich architecture and vibrant cultural attractions. For more information on the City of Worcester visit these websites: www.worcestermass.org, worcesterchamber.org, www.therta.com. City Information Population: 173,000 approx Area: 37.6 square miles Government: elected mayor, appointed city mayor, 11 councilors Founded in 1722 All-American City Award-2000-by National Civic League Services City Sewer and water Electric: National Grid 800-322-3223 Gas: Nstar 800-592-2000 Cable: Charter Communications 508-853-6600 Hospitals U Mass Medical-University, Memorial, Hahnemann, Worcester Medical Center Colleges Holy Cross, Assumption, WPI, Clark, Mass College of Pharmacy, Becker, QCC, Anna Maria, Worcester State, U Mass Medical Shopping The Shops at Blackstone Valley, Greendale Mall, Solomon Pond Mall, Auburn Mall Recreation Lake Quinsigamond State Park, offers swimming, fishing & sailing at Regatta Point Golfing: Public 18 holes- Green Hill State Park Walk to Worcester Driving Range Indoor skating rink on Lake Ave Broad Meadows Brook Wildlife Sanctuary Entertainment Worcester has numerous restaurants, dessert shops, & nightclubs.Close to museums, concert halls, theaters, & DCU Center. Highway Access Worcester has access to Routes 290, 190, Mass Pike, 395, 146, 20 and 495. For more information visit: www.worcester.ma.us