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Owura-Kwaku Sarkodieh was born in Ghana where he had his elementary education. He moved to the United States to pursue his college degrees at the University of Massachusetts Lowell. Owura holds a Juris Doctorate from the Massachusetts School of Law at Andover. Owura has been a resident of Worcester since the year 2000 and has championed causes for children and minorities within the community. As a father whose children all attend the Worcester Public Schools, Owura is passionate about quality education; one that gives parents a choice and a voice in what is being taught in the classrooms. With his academic education in legal and criminal justice, Owura would like to see our streets safe and clean from drugs and crime. As a regular citizen, Owura will provide a welcoming channel to city hall. Owura will be a champion of reasonable development, cooperation and preserving the cultural heritage of Worcester. Seeing that Worcester has been run by the same faces for over a decade, Owura wants to be the new bridge to the next generation.
KNOW THE CANDIDATE
Owura-Kwaku Sarkodieh was born in Ghana where he had his elementary education. He moved to the United States to pursue his college degrees at the University of Massachusetts Lowell. Owura holds a Juris Doctorate from the Massachusetts School of Law at Andover. Owura has been a resident of Worcester since the year 2000 and has championed causes for children and minorities within the community. As a father whose children all attend the Worcester Public Schools, Owura is passionate about quality education; one that gives parents a choice and a voice in what is being taught in the classrooms. With his academic education in legal and criminal justice, Owura would like to see our streets safe and clean from drugs and crime. As a regular citizen, Owura will provide a welcoming channel to city hall. Owura will be a champion of reasonable development, cooperation and preserving the cultural heritage of Worcester. Seeing that Worcester has been run by the same faces for over a decade, Owura wants to be the new bridge to the next generation.
KNOW THE CANDIDATE
Owura-Kwaku Sarkodieh was born in Ghana where he had his elementary education. He moved to the United States to pursue his college degrees at the University of Massachusetts Lowell. Owura holds a Juris Doctorate from the Massachusetts School of Law at Andover. Owura has been a resident of Worcester since the year 2000 and has championed causes for children and minorities within the community. As a father whose children all attend the Worcester Public Schools, Owura is passionate about quality education; one that gives parents a choice and a voice in what is being taught in the classrooms. With his academic education in legal and criminal justice, Owura would like to see our streets safe and clean from drugs and crime. As a regular citizen, Owura will provide a welcoming channel to city hall. Owura will be a champion of reasonable development, cooperation and preserving the cultural heritage of Worcester. Seeing that Worcester has been run by the same faces for over a decade, Owura wants to be the new bridge to the next generation.
HISTORY OF WORCESTER MA
significant industrial and educational center
- Natural Disasters: The deadliest tornado in Massachusetts history struck Worcester in 1953.
- Nicknames: It’s known as “The City of the Seven Hills” and “The Heart of the Commonwealth”.
- History of Worcester
Worcester was first founded in 1673 by Daniel Kotkin and Daniel Henchman. Thomas Prentiss and a few other English landholders, and was originally named Quinn Si…
- Facts about Worcester – Library and Archives
Facts about Worcester * WORCESTER DATES. 1673 First Settlement was named Quinsigamond Plantation. 1684 Second Settlement was named Worcester. 1713 Third attempt.
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- Worcester, Massachusetts – Wikipedia
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Early Settlements and Colonial Era:
- The area, initially known as Quinsigamond by the native Nipmuc tribe, was first settled by English colonists in 1673.
- However, these early attempts were temporary due to conflicts, including King Philip’s War.
- A second settlement, named Worcester (possibly after Worcester, England), was established in 1685 but abandoned in 1701.
- Permanent settlement was achieved in 1713.
- Worcester was officially incorporated as a town on June 14, 1722.
- In 1731, it became the county seat of Worcester County.
Revolutionary War & Growth:
- Worcester played a role in the lead-up to the American Revolution. The “Worcester Revolution” in 1774 saw militiamen shut down the Crown’s court.
- In 1776, the Declaration of Independence was first publicly read in Massachusetts by Isaiah Thomas in Worcester.
- The city became a center of revolutionary activity.
- Following the war, Worcester transitioned into a manufacturing hub.
Industrialization:
- The opening of the Blackstone Canal in 1828 and the railroad to Boston in 1835 significantly boosted the city’s manufacturing industry.
- Worcester became known for its production of wire products, textiles, and machinery.
- Notable industrialists like Ichabod Washburn established large manufacturing firms.
Modern Era:
- After World War II, the city experienced a decline in manufacturing but has since seen a resurgence in biotechnology and healthcare.
- The UMass Chan Medical School and the Massachusetts Biotechnology Research Park are key players in this sector.
- Downtown Worcester has seen renewed investment, with projects like the DCU Center and Union Station renovation.
- Worcester has also become a center for refugee resettlement.
Notable Aspects of Worcester’s History:
- Inventions and Firsts: Worcester is credited with inventions like the monkey wrench and the creation of the first three-decker houses.
- Education: It is home to numerous colleges and universities, contributing to its modern economy.
- Cultural Significance: Worcester hosted the first national women’s rights convention in 1850.
Memorable Moments in Worcester's History
Early Settlement (1722): Worcester was established as a town, named after Worcester, England, on land previously inhabited by the Nipmuc people.
Industrial Revolution (19th Century): The Blackstone Canal and railways connected Worcester to the outside world, facilitating industrial growth. The city became known for manufacturing, including wire, textiles, and machinery.
Post-Industrial Era (Late 20th Century): Manufacturing declined after World War II, but Worcester saw a resurgence in the 1990s with the rise of higher education, medical facilities, and biotechnology.
Modern Worcester: Today, Worcester is a vibrant city with a diverse population, a strong educational and cultural landscape, and a growing biotech industry.
The Battle of Worcester: The name Worcester comes from a reference to a battle in England.
Shays’ Rebellion: Worcester was involved in Shays’ Rebellion, a revolt against excessive land taxation.
Early Abolitionist Movement: Worcester was home to early supporters of the abolition of slavery.
First National Women’s Rights Convention (1850):
The first national convention on women’s rights was held in Worcester.
The rocketry pioneer, Robert H. Goddard, fired his first liquid fuel rocket in nearby Auburn.
The first public reading of the Declaration of Independence in Massachusetts was given by Isaiah Thomas in Worcester.
A Worcester-based company, the David Clark Company, produced parts for early space shuttles and astronauts’ spacesuits.
