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African Festival of Boston — This past weekend, the African Festival of Boston celebrated 15 years with a two-day extravaganza showcasing the best of African culture. The festival featured live performances, cultural exhibits and authentic cuisine. PHOTO: ANDRE STARK

African Festival of Boston — This past weekend, the African Festival of Boston celebrated 15 years with a two-day extravaganza showcasing the best of African culture. The festival featured live performances, cultural exhibits and authentic cuisine. PHOTO: ANDRE STARK

African Festival of Boston — This past weekend, the African Festival of Boston celebrated 15 years with a two-day extravaganza showcasing the best of African culture. The festival featured live performances, cultural exhibits and authentic cuisine. PHOTO: ANDRE STARK

African Festival of Boston — This past weekend, the African Festival of Boston celebrated 15 years with a two-day extravaganza showcasing the best of African culture. The festival featured live performances, cultural exhibits and authentic cuisine. PHOTO: ANDRE STARK

African Festival of Boston — This past weekend, the African Festival of Boston celebrated 15 years with a two-day extravaganza showcasing the best of African culture. The festival featured live performances, cultural exhibits and authentic cuisine. PHOTO: ANDRE STARK

African Festival of Boston — This past weekend, the African Festival of Boston celebrated 15 years with a two-day extravaganza showcasing the best of African culture. The festival featured live performances, cultural exhibits and authentic cuisine. PHOTO: ANDRE STARK

Worcester honors Joyner Lucas — On Sunday, August 17, 2025, the City of Worcester officially presented
an honorary sign on Dewey Street with the name “Joyner Lucas Ave” in honor of the Grammy-nominated rapper, songwriter and Worcester native. PHOTO: WORCESTER CITY COUNCIL

Worcester honors Joyner Lucas — On Sunday, August 17, 2025, the City of Worcester officially presented
an honorary sign on Dewey Street with the name “Joyner Lucas Ave” in honor of the Grammy-nominated rapper, songwriter and Worcester native. Mayor Joe Petty, District 4 City Councilor Luis Ojeda Sr., Vice Chairman Khrystian King and Joyner Lucas participated in the event. PHOTO: WORCESTER CITY COUNCIL

Worcester honors Joyner Lucas — The crowd celebrates the installation of the honorary “Joyner Lucas Ave” sign on Dewey Street. PHOTO: WORCESTER CITY COUNCIL