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>WEATHER: Mark Rosenthal's 7-day forecast (:55). High of 82 today in Worcester
-When to expect autumn's arrival in Massachusetts (1:07)
>TOP OF THE NEWS
-67-year-old Brian Curtis Derby was worker killed in rock collapse in Sterling
-Related: Worker killed in Sterling rock wall collapse mourned by loved ones (3:00)
-Related: After worker death in Sterling, a look at the company's safety record (1:06)
-Worcester firefighter contract agreement reached, union leader says
-The Hanover Theatre's audiences coming back as shows set records
-TODAY! Polish Festival noon to 8 Saturday in Worcester
-100FM The Pike (9:32): Blue Light Bandits talk about block party festival Saturday in Worcester
-Early voting begins in Worcester this weekend
-Worcester's busy juvenile court shorthanded again. Advocates aren't happy
-Activist Diane Cotter will join Kevin Bacon’s SixDegrees.org to assemble mental health kits for firefighters
-The 6-3 divide of the Worcester School Committee
-Earlier: School climate, culture and some don’t want to learn
-When does school start in Worcester County?
-Radio Worcester's The Rundown (37:21): WPI hotel controversy, School Committee budget clash and police chief Civil Service
-Radio Worcester Roundtable (47:28): WPI hotel conversion sparks outrage
>DINING OUT: Restaurant says college students returning to campus is a boost for business
-ICYMI: Worcester's in-house busing sports savings, full staff of drivers
-Worcester's breakout Olympic star Stephen Nedoroscik will join "Dancing With the Stars"
-Worcester city councilors: WPI shows "alarming lack of transparency"
-Earlier: WPI's plan to buy hotels reignites debate about tax exemption for universities
-Earlier: Radio Worcester (13:34): Worcester leaders criticize WPI’s hotel plan, citing economic impact
-See the rest of the day's Worcester news
>HOLDEN (brought to you by Lamoureux Ford): TODAY! Holden Days
-Holden Days detours, road closures
-See Why People Buy 30 Cars and Trucks at Lamoureux Ford (3:32)
>THE BURBS (brought to you by North End Motor Sales): Oxford police investigating after dog abandoned (:21)
-Gardner man arrested after returning to the South Gardner Hotel's bar with gun
-Selectmen hold off override talks because of cable access issues
-Residents raise a stink about smell in Grafton (2:21). Article
-Vendors sought for Yuletide market in Shrewsbury
-Early voting for state primary begins today
-Clinton school year coming into focus
-The Item's calendar of events
>BARS & BANDS: The Mayor's Live Music List for Saturday
>SHOWTIME: Six things to do: Film, music, magic ...
-100FM The Pike (7:53): Breakdown Lane
-Joe's Albums offering fans a listening party for new Nick Cave release
-Music Worcester kicks off season with Philip Glass Ensemble at Mechanics Hall
-Robin Darling: Taking the commuter rail with kids into Boston
-Manny Jae Media Innerviews (48:13): Sylvia Ruiz of Sevita and BRZ Insurance
-WCCA-TV's Close to Home No. 570 (26:28): Fur Love Comfort Cats. Partt 2
>OBITUARIES: Tribute to young Worcester mother who leave 3 sons
>SPORTS: Drake Maye or Jacoby Brissett? Alex Van Pelt addresses Patriots quarterback competition
-NFL Preseason Week 3 schedule, TV and announcers
-Red Sox lose to Arizona, 12-2
-Holy Cross men’s soccer season preview
-Holy Cross women’s basketball announces non-conference slate
-WooSox beat Norfolk, 8-4
>CARS: Bertera Nissan has your next car, truck or S.U.V.! (:42)
>NATIONAL: 8 dead in attempted Russian prison uprising by prisoners
-3 dead, several injured after knife-wielding maniac attacks festival in German city
-Tragic: Bedridden boy, 10, starves to death after troubled mom suffers fatal overdose
>NEW ENGLAND: Mass. looking to tackle housing crisis (24:15)
-Judge denies Karen Read's attempt to dismiss 2 charges (2:31)
>COLLEGES: New WPI students cross Earle Bridge (2:35)
-Holy Cross professor: Why is an ultimate goal called a "Holy Grail?"
>TRAVEL (brought to you by Fuller RV & Rental): 7 places in the U.S. that will make you feel like you're in Europe
>BUSINESS: Westborough toy manufacturer hires new E.V.P.
-SALMON Health appoints new chief marketing officer
>SHOPPING: Walmart+ members can get Burger King discount, free Whoppers
>HOMES: Fueled by lack of inventory, home prices in Central Mass. remain high
>HEALTH: Is mpox deadly? W.H.O. explains how dangerous it is
-Mass. doctor on spike in whooping cough cases (2:28)
>FOOD: It's tomato season! Here a few easy ways to eat through it (4:15)
>TV/STREAMING: New shows and movies to watch this weekend
>MOVIES: New movies on demand — "Pachinko" on Apple TV+ and more
>CELEBRITY: Brad Pitt reveals why he thinks his career is on its "last leg"
>HISTORY: Remembering when Ruth Gordon visited Westborough theater named for her
>ANIMALS: Rescued raccoon becomes obsessed with painting (3:04)
>GOOD NEWS (brought to you by Bertera Nissan): Couple celebrating 77th anniversary
-Meanwhile, in California, suspect grabs bike from truck, tries to pedal off during D.U.I. chase
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In The News
>WEATHER: Mark Rosenthal's 7-day forecast (1:08). High of 48 today in Worcester
>TOP OF THE NEWS
+Noon: Worcester Redevelopment Authority criticizes Polar Park developer over delays
+Noon: Five Things to Do: African Talent, "Songs of the Season," and more
+Noon: Fractal Tribe art collective set to bring light to holiday festival
-Activist sprayed with paint outside City Council meeting; suspect is popular Worcester restaurateur (2:10). Article
-Worcester councilors frustrated by stalled plans for development around Polar Park
-Worcester probing 27 officers state says fast-forwarded mandatory online training
-Worcester-area Stop & Shop inventory limited after cyberattack
-David Crowley, part of family that runs Wachusett Mountain, dies at 69
-Man in late 60s, 2 cats killed in early morning condo fire in Leominster
-Charles Luster, co-founder of Uncommonwealth Group, running for Worcester City Council
-Aislinn Doyle: November 21st School Committee meeting
-Worcester Green Corps awarded $2,500 for pollinator gardens
-The Buzz with City Manager Batista (4:20): Community Preservation Act
-Radio Worcester (19:58): Worcester Mayor Joe Petty slams developer pullout
-Radio Worcester's The Rundown (24:35): Breaking down the Polar Park deficit
-Radio Worcester Roundtable (48:19): Polar Park, tax rolls and deportation debate
>DINING OUT: Dining In: Havana Nights chef set to open TapaVino
-ICYMI: Driver arraigned in June pedestrian crash that killed girl, 13, in Worcester
-For first time, Worcester needs general fund to make Polar Park payments, as key development deal is terminated
-Worcester's Festival of Lights returns Friday, December 6th
-stART at the Station holiday arts and crafts festival returns
-See the rest of the day's Worcester news
>HOLDEN (brought to you by Lamoureux Ford): 15-year-old Holden girl missing
-Long-term employees make it fun to own a car or truck from Lamoureux Ford (3:50)
-Wachusett Echo Teacher Profile: Chelsea Blasco
>THE BURBS (brought to you by North End Motor Sales): R.I.S.E. program’s Maple & Main celebrates 1-year anniversary
-Shrewsbury Select Board update (:35)
-Rutland Police Department's Warrant Wednesday
-Boylston police promote Matthew Ryel to sergeant
-Clinton schools honor students and staff of the month
>BARS & BANDS: The Mayor's Live Music List for Thursday
>SHOWTIME: Boston’s comedy scene boomed in the 1980s
-Denholm's windows display work from designers for "Heart of Fashion"
-Elton John's $25 million Broadway show announces closing — 5 days after opening night
-Boston’s comedy scene boomed in the 1980s
-Last Call: Lindsay McNealy, photographer
-WCCA-TV's Intern Interviews No. 74 (24:00): U.S. Congressman James McGovern
-WCCA-TV's Soapbox No. 1353 (17:54): Amanda Bennett, Veterans Inc.
>OBITUARIES: Tribute to local man who started a business in 1958 and is now in its third generation
>SPORTS: Should Patriots draw up designed runs for Drake Maye?
-NFL Week 12 Schedule, TV and announcers
-Holy Cross men's basketball team runs away with 88-49 victory in home opener. Highlights (2:07)
-5 score in double figures as Holy Cross women’s basketball beats UMass
-Crusaders announce leadership change in volleyball program
-Railers lose to Mariners, 5-2
>NATIONAL: Shockingly low number of Americans will host on Thanksgiving: survey
-Killer mom Susan Smith begs to be released from prison — but refuses to take responsibility for actions
-Tragic: Baby, mom killed in Hartford drive-by shooting
>NEW ENGLAND: Homicide investigations in Mass. under scrutiny (4:03)
-The oldest person living in Massachusetts has died at 113 (:43)
>COLLEGES: Clark student game developers showcase projects
-Assumption's Center for Civic Friendship hosts inaugural event
>TRAVEL (brought to you by Fuller RV & Rental): 9 of America’s oldest hotels
>BUSINESS: Apple discontinues popular accessory many people need
-LPL Financial Research: Trade, tariffs and inflation
>HOMES: Interest-rate relief leads to rise in Central Mass. home sales
>SHOPPING: 100 trending holiday gift ideas
>HEALTH: Discontinued asthma medications leads to shortages
-When should you see a doctor about breast pain? (1:04)
>FOOD: New McDonald's Pet Simulator Happy Meal brings 2 toys
>TV/STREAMING: Luke Grimes ("Yellowstone") responds to fans who feel “cheated” after John Dutton’s death
>MOVIES: Hollywood cooking up record-breaking Thanksgiving feast
>CELEBRITY: Vicki Lawrence is "closer than ever" to Carol Burnett after falling out
>HISTORY: All aboard! The heydey of Worcester trolley service
>ANIMALS: Sheep buried under 88 pounds of wool transforms (1:44)
>GOOD NEWS: World War II veteran reflects on her 103 years of life
-Meanwhile, "gross" viral food trend is baffling — but it makes Gen Z swoon
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