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>WEATHER: Mark Rosenthal's 7-day forecast (:24). High of 36 today in Worcester
>TOP OF THE NEWS
+Noon: Remembering former Worcester Fire Department chaplain Fr. Walter Riley (pictured)
+Noon: Related: Funeral will cause delays on Lincoln Street, police say
+Noon: 2 Worcester package stores sanctioned for selling to minors
+Noon: It's Friday! Check Dining Out and Bars & Bands before making plans
+Noon: New shows and movies to watch this weekend
+Noon: New movies on demand — "The Iron Claw," "Miller's Girl," and more
-Suspect in fatal domestic stabbing in Worcester held without bail (1:31). Article
-Earlier: Woman stabbed to death in act of domestic violence in Worcester, police say
-Worcester construction project resumes despite complaints from residents
-Local group's ads get shut down by W.R.T.A. drivers
-Worcester gas station sells $1 million lottery winner
-Shrewsbury man thanks first responders, doctors who saved his life
-City of Worcester taking steps to curb hateful speech at city council meetings
-Worcester looks to rid itself of rat problem
-Worcester man gets 20 months in jail for Auburn car thefts
-Local lawmakers say more assistance needed to deal with state's migrant crisis
-The Faces of Worcester: Rachel Blessington, business owner & midwife
>DINING OUT: Pulse Magazine's Eat Beat
-ICYMI: St. V's nurses allege conditions "getting worse, not better"
-Local behind-the-scenes TV and film crews hope for more work soon
-W.R.T.A. saving a seat to honor Rosa Parks during Black History Month
-Worcester's Youth Poet Laureate crafts poem with community words (4:08). Article
-See the rest of the day's Worcester news
>HOLDEN (brought to you by Lamoureux Ford): Wachusett girls' varsity basketball going strong
-At Lamoureux Ford, our customers tell our story the best (1:56)
-Holden Conservation Commission has a vacancy
>THE BURBS (brought to you by North End Motor Sales): Clinton St. industrial park project draws ire of Shrewsbury residents
-Community Conversation (11:17): Sterling Town Administrator Bill Caldwell
-Parking, fire exits raise concerns for Rice Road 40B project abutters
-Bolton ready for busy election season
-Nashoba Neighbors host birthday celebration
-Bank commits $25,000 to Millbury and Sutton Fuel Funds for 2024
-Sutton High School Q2 Honor Roll
-Clinton High announces its Honor Roll
>BARS & BANDS: The Mayor's Live Music List for Friday
-TODAY! Rock out at Redemption Rock with Easy Season on Friday
>SHOWTIME: Six Things to Do: Bassekou Kouyate & Ngoni Ba; Jeanine De Bique, Jim & Val and more ...
-TODAY! Thick Chick Comedy at American Legion Post 435 on Providence Street
-A master taxidermist passes on his trade to 2 women
-A bright beginning: Celebrating the Lunar New Year in Worcester
-Bored Teachers: We Can't Make This Stuff Up comedy tour comes to Worcester
-WCCA-TV's What It's Worth No. 456 (27:50): Gen Z and Dating/Relationships, Part 1 of 2
-Worcester Police Department Civilian Academy (2:25:57): Week 5
>OBITUARIES: Tribute to a woman who taught preschool for 45 years
>SPORTS: Bruins lose to Kraken, 4-1
-New Patriots O.C. Alex Van Pelt emphasizes importance of strong run game
-North High keeps rolling with win over Wellesley
-Former Shepherd Hill star Alec Lindstrom ready for fresh start with UFL's Memphis Showboats
-Railers lose in Orlando, 4-0
-Boston College introduces Bill O'Brien as coach
-Iowa's Caitlin Clark breaks women's basketball scoring record
-Campco Elite Girls Basketball Clinic coming to Bancroft School this summer
>CARS: Bertera Nissan is your first choice (:11)
>INTERNATIONAL/NATIONAL: What to know about Alaskapox after officials report first known fatal case
-I.R.S. will collect hundreds of billions more in unpaid and overdue taxes, thanks to new funding
-Tragic: Mother dies with baby in house fire after rescuing 2 other children
>NEW ENGLAND: How much Mass. is spending on migrant crisis (3:01)
-"Economic act of God" threatening Boston's budget, report warns
>COLLEGES: Clark grad brings "Chance Encounter" to campus
-Pierre's Pub is open at Assumption
-Worcester State Counseling Services’ ResilientU relaunches on new, improved platform
>TRAVEL (brought to you by Fuller RV & Rental): 5 of the most romantic restaurants in the U.S.
>BUSINESS: U.S. retail sales declined in January by much more than expected
-Federal Reserve senior economist to highlight W.B.J. Economic Forecast Forum on February 29th
>SHOPPING: 27 best Amazon Presidents Day sales
>HOMES: 100-year-old Grafton home featuring original finishes for sale for $2 million
>HEALTH: Worcester oncologist shares the early warning signs of stomach cancer
-New blood test predicts schizophrenia risk, best treatments
>FOOD: Dole recalls salads sold in 25 states, including Mass.
>TV/STREAMING: "The Dynasty", out today on Apple TV+, delivers the goods on Patriots’ Shakespearean story
-Related: Jeff Benedict, author of "The Dynasty," shares his insights (35:16)
>MOVIES: Trailer for "Twister" sequel, "Twisters" (2:00)
>CELEBRITY: Demi Moore saddles up to join "Yellowstone" creator Taylor Sheridan’s TV universe
>ANIMALS: Puppy thrown out like trash finds his forever home (:54)
>GOOD NEWS (brought to you by Bertera Nissan): High schoolers give free bikes to those in need
-Meanwhile, Snoop and Dre finally release "Gin and Juice" drinks based on 1993 song
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-Director of Conference and Event Services, Worcester State University
-Director of Career Services, Worcester State University
-Associate Director, Accounting Manager for Worcester State Foundation, Worcester State University
-Clerk V, Career Services and Binienda Center, Worcester State University
-Staff Associate, Post Award Grants Officer, Worcester State University
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In The News
>WEATHER: Mark Rosenthal's 7-day forecast (:59). High of 17 today in Worcester
-Maps show how cold it will get this week from Arctic blast
-Snowfall totals in Central Massachusetts
>TOP OF THE NEWS
+9:00: Worcester Public Schools will have 2-hour delay on Wednesday, January 22nd
+9:00: Worcester residents battle leaky pipes and cold temps; warming centers open (1:47). Article
+6:00: Worcester man charged with murder in death of former employee (:25). Article
+6:00: Uxbridge Public Schools Superintendent Michael Baldassarre arrested, charged with O.U.I.
+6:00: Listen Up: OK Go, Carlos Odria and Between the Waves offer new music
+Noon: Major crash on Mass. Pike, Westborough Fire Department responding
+Noon: Central Mass. Jewish Film Fest is back with 3 "outstanding" movies
+Noon: Worcester County High School Club offers bowling to local high schoolers
-Worcester digs out from snow before cold sets in (2:10)
-Report, video show how Assumption "To Catch a Predator" case escalated
-City of Worcester to open warming centers Tuesday and Wednesday
-King's teaching a reminder of conflict, unity at Worcester breakfast
-Worcester food hub fast-tracked to Union Station via fed, state funds
-2 decades, 500 voices: Worcester project chronicles the lives of local women
-Trafficking victim advocate Chrissi Bates to re-receive key to city
-Worcester County Wonders: America's oldest Armenian Church
-Polar Seltzer releases 4 new "dessert cart" flavors
-Trash & recycling pickup delayed by a day in Worcester
-Mike Benedetti: Worcester City Council agenda preview
-Aislinn Doyle: Worcester's Literacy "Crisis" (Part 1)
-Faces of Worcester: Francisco Diaz, owner of Diaz and Sons
-Radio Worcester (14:30): City Manager Eric Batista addresses allegations of transphobia
-Radio Worcester (16:49): District 3 City Councilor George Russell announces retirement, addresses council controversy
>DINING OUT: Worcester Restaurant Week will be back from February 24th through March 9th
-ICYMI: Crews work to clear Worcester roads after overnight snow storm (2:34)
-Meet Mac: Worcester's new K-9 tracker (1:24). Article
-Worcester Airport saw busiest year since Massport took over nearly 15 years ago
-Investigation launched following Worcester councilor’s accusations of transphobia
-See the rest of the day's Worcester news
>HOLDEN (brought to you by Lamoureux Ford): Holden Fire Department C.P.R. training February 2nd
-Longtime customer salutes Lamoureux Ford (3:53)
-Wachusett Echo: A beginners guide to midterms
>THE BURBS (brought to you by North End Motor Sales): Millbury Police Association Ice Fishing Derby winners
-Man arrested for trespassing at Leominster bar after refusing to leave
-Clinton Knights of Columbus Free Throw Championship is Saturday
-Volunteers, supporters made renovated hearse house in Berlin a reality
-West Boylston police log January 6th to 12th
-Shrewsbury Select Board update (:35)
-Florence Sawyer honor roll announced
>BARS & BANDS: The Mayor's Live Music List for Tuesday
-Mocktail recipes for Dry January (7:20)
>SHOWTIME: Concert to highlight unity between Black and Jewish communities
-Lindsey Ford: Our favorite Lego places
-Shaun Connolly: Tips for a new era
>OPINION: Geraldine Byrne Nason: Enduring bond between Ireland and Washington
-Giselle Rivera-Flores: An open letter — In solidarity
-WCCA-TV Newsletter for January
-WCCA-TV's Close to Home No. 582 (28:49): Our Lady of Hope
>OBITUARIES: Tribute to Worcester bar owner
>SPORTS: Robyn Glaser, Patriots’ executive vice president of football business, to resign
-Former NFL exec blasts Patriots for making "mockery" of Rooney Rule
-Celtics rout Warriors, 125-85
-Bruins beat San Jose, 6-3
-210 Sports: Worcester hockey alumni highlights, NHL week 15
>NATIONAL: A busy day in Washington. Complete coverage in National News
-When will Yellowstone's volcano erupt? Scientists have an answer
-Tragic: At least 10 dead, 32 injured in a hotel fire at a ski resort in Turkey
>NEW ENGLAND: Bird flu suspected after dozens of Mass. geese found dead (:28). Article
-Mass. unemployment mistake will cost $2.1 billion
>COLLEGES: Clark's Higgins Institute announces wide range of faculty grants
>TRAVEL (brought to you by Fuller RV & Rental): The U.S. just banned hidden hotel fees
>BUSINESS: Central Mass. business by the numbers
-Fighting fraud through awareness (2:15)
>SHOPPING: Victoria's Secret winter sale — Get 7 panties for $35 for Valentine's Day
>HOMES: See all homes sold in Worcester County, January 12th to 18th
>HEALTH: Expert tips for protecting skin in extreme winter weather (3:26)
-More men are getting vasectomies after Roe V. Wade overturned (:56)
>FOOD: McDonald's brand new value menu is here — including $1 deals
>TV/STREAMING: MSNBC bringing back Rachel Maddow 5 nights a week
>CELEBRITY: These are the most canceled celebs of 2024
>HISTORY: Holden the town, like the Harvard chapel, takes name from London banker
>ANIMALS: Senior dog who was left behind gets all the toys she wants (1:33)
>GOOD NEWS: Siblings sell coffee to raise money for L.A. fire relief
-Meanwhile, in Chicago, wild coyote yanked from refrigerated section of Aldi supermarket, shocking video shows
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>HELP WANTED
+Full-time firefighter/paramedics, Town of West Boylston
-Multiple positions, Holden D.P.W.
-Part-time maintenance position, Canal District bar/restaurant
-Hosts, wait staff & bussers, Worcester restaurant
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