The Matharpacady Holy Cross Oratory, Mazgaon, celebrates its150th anniversary on May 1. The shrine, like many others, has a history that connects them to the bubonic plague of the 19th century.

Holy Cross and WPI bands part of full lineup at upcoming Worcester St. Pat's Parade. ... Of course, the parade will feature the Worcester County Shrine Club and Melha Shriners, ...

Syria's Interior Ministry says the sleeper cell behind a deadly church explosion near Damascus belonged to the Islamic State group. It also said Tuesday the group had plans to target a Shiite ...