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>WEATHER: Mark Rosenthal's 7-day forecast (:32). High of 72 today in Worcester
>TOP OF THE NEWS
-14-year-old shot to death in Worcester, 16-year-old arrested
-One man hopes to make it easier for vendors, street performers to work in Worcester
-Here’s how much Worcester’s department leaders made in 2023
-Clark professor rewinds to create a neighborhood venture
-Thousands could benefit from $5.6 million settlement of Peterson Oil fuel mix allegations
-"Slice of paradise" takes root with planting of Worcester's first Miyawaki forest
-Residents fighting to reclaim money in "equity theft" lawsuit (3:34). Article
-Earlier: Judge rules Mass. law on "equity theft" is unconstitutional (2:12). Article
-Many in Worcester County toss textiles in trash despite state ban
>FAITH: On Passover, and "seeing ourselves in our history"
>DINING OUT: Competetive eater Geoff Esper tackles the new Chuckwagon Challenge in Worcester (13:36)
-ICYMI: Wormtown Brewery to be sold to Jack's Abby
-Local ice cream shops open for the season
-GBH reporters raced from Worcester to Boston. What they learned (7:29). Article
-Worcester bakery closed until May 8th
-Shrewsbury Street Italian Heritage Parade Committee meeting May 6th
-See the rest of the day's Worcester news
>HOLDEN (brought to you by Lamoureux Ford): Wachusett students become teachers
-Lamoureux Ford salutes the UConn Huskies (:54)
-Attorney General gives Holden until December to comply with M.B.T.A. law
>THE BURBS (brought to you by North End Motor Sales): Road in Oxford to close until July for Route 20 construction
-Clinton cannabis firm closes, faces lawsuit over $61,000 alleged owed to H.V.A.C. company
-Fitchburg’s 147-year-old building eyed for retro arcade bar, 8 apartments
-Shrewsbury Senior Center offers root beer floats to community
-Sutton Public Schools resource fair
-Clinton High announces honor roll
-Millbury-Sutton Chronicle goings on
>BARS & BANDS: The Mayor's Live Music List for Sunday
>SHOWTIME: Gallery Sitka in Shirley will host "Symptoms," an ink painting exhibition
-Radio Worcester (16:24): John Keough on Worcester's film industry
-Radio Worcester (17:12): Worcester Arts Council awards grants
-Worcester County Light Opera Company, a hidden jewel on Grandview Avenue
-Ray Mariano: School Committee should start budget cuts from the top
-Shaun Connolly: Do you know how to be cool?
-WCCA-TV's Senior Speak No. 913 (28:26): Earth Day 2024
-Manny Jae Media (36:54): Manny and the Mayor, Episode 4
-WCCA-TV's Rosen's Roundtable No. 534 (27:49): Police equity report, speed limits, construction pauses
>OBITUARIES: Tribute to woman who worked at Spag's for over 35 years and was married for 69 years
>SPORTS: Celtics dominate Heat, take 2-1 series lead
-Bruins take 3-1 series lead over Toronto
-Day 3 of Patriots in NFL Draft
-This stat will get Patriots fans excited about Drake Maye’s potential
-Holy Cross star C.J. Hanson drafted by Kansas City
-Lionel Messi dazzles, scores twice in Inter Miami win over New England
-Bravehearts' single-game tickets for Opening Night and first Fireworks Friday are on sale now
-Red Sox rout Cubs, 17-0
-WooSox lose to Toledo, 8-7
>CARS: Bertera has the all-star team to help you find your next Nissan car or truck (:39)
>NATIONAL: Tornadoes level Nebraska, Iowa towns, devastating video shows
-Boston College prof says modern parenting has gone too far (2:33)
-Tragic: Missing teen's body recovered after deadly crocodile attack
>NEW ENGLAND: Man kills wife and child in apparent double murder-suicide in Lowell
-Does Massachusetts still live up to the old nickname Taxachusetts?
>COLLEGES: Anna Maria AMCAST (30:39): Shay Savoie
-The power behind the Purple: Community
-Worcester State students present “Eurydice,” a modern take on the classic myth
>TRAVEL (brought to you by Fuller RV & Rental): What to do at the Grand Canyon - besides stare at it
>BUSINESS: F.T.C. banning most employers from using noncompete clauses; legal challenges ahead
-Flexcon parent company names former advisory board member as C.F.O.
>SHOPPING: Central Mass. Mom to hold private shopping night at Flock & Flourish
>HOMES: Drop in home sales due to high mortgages and low inventory (2:16)
>HEALTH: Scientists making progress using immunotherapy vs. cancer (1:12)
-Man receives world's first melanoma vaccine
>FOOD: F.D.A. finds traces of bird flu in grocery store milk, but says pasteurized dairy products are safe
>TV/STREAMING: Canceled or renewed? Which broadcast TV shows are coming back
>MOVIES: Renée Zellweger and Hugh Grant set to star in new "Bridget Jones" movie
>CELEBRITY: David Beckham suing Mark Wahlberg for $10 million over F45 Training deal
>ANIMALS: This dog asks to be rescued at the gas station (1:00)
>HISTORY: Former Worcester police headquarters on Waldo Street, 1900
>GOOD NEWS (brought to you by Bertera Nissan): Community comes together to help veteran after carjacking
-Meanwhile, in Leominster, barber calls customer Shrek, gets arrested for threatening to stab him with hair-cutting shears during ensuing argument
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In The News
>WEATHER: Mark Rosenthal's 7-day forecast (:32). High of 80 today in Worcester
>TOP OF THE NEWS
+5:00: Woman accused of purposely hitting man with car in Auburn
+5:00: Suspect in fatal Worcester stabbing on Valentine's Day held without bail
+5:00: 16-year-old arrested with gun in Worcester
+5:00: Families rally for peace on Mother's Day in Worcester
+5:00: Radio Worcester (11:37): Steve Quist and John Keough resign, disputing rights with city over Spectrum deal
+5:00: WooSox Rewind: Worcester’s 2-5 week in Buffalo drops them below .500 again
+1:00: Permanent speed humps in Worcester coming to select street
+1:00: WuXi Biologics: Construction pause in Worcester not related to anti-China act
+1:00: Traffic cone assault ends in Holden man's arrest
+1:00: TODAY! Jazzed Up at Union Station's 961 Restaurant and Lounge
+1:00: Teachers stand up for comedy showcase at Hotel Vernon
+1:00: Poetry Town: "Wilderness II" by Joseph Gustafson
+1:00: Listen Up: It's all in the cards for Happy Little Clouds
-Northborough shooting suspects held following arraignments, records show (2:33). Article
-Related: Northborough house that was site of fatal shooting has historic roots
-Earlier: Shooting took place at 21st birthday party, records show
-Worcester cable board members quit over Spectrum contract renewal
-Worcester Public Schools budget proposes cutting 163 educators
-Biz owner cashed $10 million at Worcester facility, didn't report it
-Saint Vincent union workers picket amid strained contract negotiations
-The new Worcester media, part 1: The downsizing of the Telegram
-The new Worcester media, part 2: The rise of smaller players raises concerns about bias, independence
-Channel 25's Zip Trip coming to Worcester July 12th (3:32)
-Mike Benedetti: Worcester City Council agenda preview
-See the neighborhood meetings this week in Worcester
-Radio Worcester Roundtable (45:55): Debate on strong mayor vs. Plan E government
-ICYMI: Incident at Auburn Mall draws police response
-UMass Memorial Medical Center nurse sharing inspirational message on National Nurses Week
-Worcester cable committee members file petition with City Council
-Hundreds take part in Best Buddies Friendship Walk at Polar Park in Worcester
-See the rest of the day's Worcester news
>HOLDEN (brought to you by Lamoureux Ford): State Sen. Peter Durant office hours in town on Tuesday
-Lamoureux Ford salutes the UConn Huskies (:54)
-Club focuses on simply supporting sisters
>THE BURBS (brought to you by North End Motor Sales): Sterling voters OK board expansion
-William Filsinger wins selectman seat in Boylston
-Gifford, Simon, Notaro, Rezac, Krafve win in Lancaster
-Berlin election draws 207 voters
-S.E.L.C.O. recognized for reliable electric service to the community
-Man with sword accuses Winchendon police chief of murdering woman behind Carriage House Restaurant
-Police commend Amazon driver for helping solve hit-and-run in Rutland
>BARS & BANDS: The Mayor's Live Music List for Tuesday
>SHOWTIME: Central Mass. Mom's Night Out Puzzle Mania at Eastern Shores Club Recap
-I.V.O.C.’s annual Summer Jumpoff May 30th
-Worcesteria: By bus, foot or app, you could car less
-WCCA-TV's Soapbox 1339 (26:58): Noreen Johnson Smith, President & C.E.O., EcoTarium
-Manny Jae Media (57:39): Worcester Community Fridges
-WCCA-TV's Rosen's Roundtable No. 535 (28:17): Rental registry, cable contract
>OBITUARIES: Tribute to Stuart Thurston, founder of Stu's 30K Road Race
>SPORTS: Celtics take 3-1 series lead with 109-102 win over Cleveland
-5 reasons to be infuriated about Bruins-Panthers after Game 4 loss
-Rays beat Red Sox, 5-3
-Haley Murphy named Hilton Garden Inn Crusader of the Week
-Holy Cross 'Sader Stories (2:07): Jake Williams
-Worcester hockey alumni 2023-24 highlights, NHL week 31
>CARS: Bertera has the all-star team to help you find your next Nissan car or truck (:39)
>NATIONAL: Plea deals for men charged in James "Whitey" Bulger's prison killing
-Portion of collapsed Francis Scott Key Bridge is demolished
-Tragic: Grad's mom plunges to death at college graduation
>NEW ENGLAND: Karen Red trial day 10 (20:04) — More members of the Albert family take the stand
-Man, woman struck, killed by Worcester commuter rail train in Natick (1:40)
>COLLEGES: Anna Maria Senior Profile: John Kelly ‘24
-WPI graduation (3:37:06)
-WPI recognizes outstanding teaching assistants
>TRAVEL (brought to you by Fuller RV & Rental): These are the best places to stay in the world for 2024 (:47)
>BUSINESS: TODAY! MassHire Job Fair at DCU Center Tuesday
-LPL Research: Preferred securities: Still our preferred non-core bond sector
-1 in 5 food app delivery workers assaulted on the job: study
>HOMES: Worcester County real estate transfers, Sunday, May 12th
>HEALTH: 20% of nurses to leave field within 2 years (1:03)
-1 hour of day is more unhealthy for children's diet than others (1:17)
>FOOD: Aldi reveals big grocery price change — here's how it will affect customers
>TV/STREAMING: "Yellowstone" star Cole Hauser teases potential for a spin-off with co-star Kelly Reilly
>MOVIES: 11 best new movies on Netflix
>CELEBRITY: Steve Buscemi punched in the face while walking in N.Y.C.
>ANIMALS: Watch this mangy dog turn into a Golden Retriever (3:01)
>HISTORY: D-Day vet recounts Normandy landing ahead of 80th anniversary (1:41)
>GOOD NEWS (brought to you by Bertera Nissan): World War II veteran, 100, finally receives college diploma nearly 60 years after graduation
-Meanwhile, in Tennessee, woodpecker caught on camera ringing a doorbell goes viral
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