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>WEATHER: Mark Rosenthal's 7-day forecast (1:13). High of 57 today in Worcester
-Map shows where in New England to find best fall foliage this weekend
>TOP OF THE NEWS
-86-year-old killed by falling tree branch
-Rally and walk in Worcester raises awareness of domestic violence, remembers victims
-W.R.T.A. marks 50 years of service with a new plan
-City outlines vision for growth, public safety and community engagement
-Worcester touts success of school-based health centers as flu season approaches
-Worcester leaders of color cheer equity chief hire, but say there is work to do
-TODAY! Jack Barry Little League to host inaugural Field Day on Sunday
-100FM The Pike (10:24): John Kenneway from Moynagh's Tavern talks about Sunday's Harvest Fest
-Radio Worcester (15:33): Bob Moylan returns as interim D.P.W. head to prepare Worcester for winter
-Sheriff kicks off coat distribution for winter (2:39)
-A legacy of goodness and impact at Notre Dame Academy
>FAITH: Holy Cross prof: A realistic statue of Mary giving birth was criticized, then vandalized − but saints and artists have often reimagined Christ’s birth
>DINING OUT: Radio Worcester (12:59): Shannon’s Irish Ale House opens on Green Street in Worcester
-ICYMI: Worcester student arrested, made false active shooter call, police say
-Slain Assumption grad's family speaks out after killer asks S.J.C. to vacate convictions (:52). Article
-Worcester Planning Board to review Shrewsbury Street construction
-Table Talk Pies headquarters, other buildings sold for $50 million
-See the rest of the day's Worcester news
>HOLDEN (brought to you by Lamoureux Ford): After 100 years in business, Sunnyside Ford in Holden is closing
-Linda From Leicester Loves Lamoureux Ford (2:16)
-Holden police urge residents to be cautious after 2 cars stolen in 1 night
>THE BURBS (brought to you by North End Motor Sales): Police investigating double shooting in Fitchburg
-TODAY! Wachusett Reservoir dam walkway open on Sunday
-Paxton heading for bylaw changes in special town meeting
-Dotson challenges Paul Frost (R-Auburn) for 7th Worcester District state representative seat
-Touchstone holds Mess Fest & Open Campus
-New Clinton teacher brings experience to classroom
-Item towns receive traffic safety grants
>BARS & BANDS: The Mayor's Live Music List for Sunday
>SHOWTIME: Seven Things to Do: "Dracula" in Spanish, Movie on the Common...
-TODAY! Chuck & Mud to strum into 45th anniversary with show at Institute Park on Sunday
-Many Voices youth choir celebrates cultural heritage with concert
-Review: Gary Sohmers' rock opera "Beasties" has stellar debut
-Jennifer Julien Gaskin: Embracing my AuDHD
-Maggie Calvetti: If pumpkin carving ideas were honest
-Tina Agostinelli: Embracing the return to routine & lessons from a chaotic summer
-Unity Radio's Cannabis 101 (56:53)
>OBITUARIES: Tribute to longtime court clerk in Worcester
>SPORTS: Drake Maye faces massive challenge in first start
-What can we expect from Drake Maye in first career NFL start? (10:41)
-Brian Hoyer's 3 keys to success for Drake Maye vs. Texans
-NFL Week 6 schedule, TV and announcers
-Bruins beat Kings, 2-1
-Holy Cross earns comeback win against Fordham
-Related: Highlights (2:12), Postgame press conference (4:17)
-Railers lose exhibition opener, 4-3, to Maine
-100FM The Pike (8:52): Railers coach Bob Deraney on training camp and a special game
>CARS: Bertera Nissan has the car for you (:43)
>NATIONAL: Most anticipated comet of the year to make its closest approach to Earth this weekend
-Vehicle dropping off shooting victim in Philadelphia strikes 3 nurses, critically wounding 1
-Tragic: American woman eaten by a shark while on dream trip to Indonesia
>NEW ENGLAND: Video shows N.H. police officer hit by fallen telephone pole (:34)
-Massachusetts deadlines, rules for 2024 presidential election
>COLLEGES: Anna Maria AMCAST (32:07): Conversation with men’s soccer captains
-Artist Q brings distinctive looks to limited line of Clark apparel
-Worcester State campus overflows with smiles, fun and festivities during Homecoming and 150th kickoff
>TRAVEL (brought to you by Fuller RV & Rental): What happens to coins tossed in famous fountains?
>BUSINESS: Biopharma industry claims sector could grow Mass. economy by $1 billion over 5 years
-Neural Network podcast (23:56): A.I.'s role in socioeconomic shifts with Jordan Wilson
-Radio Worcester (10:40): B.B.B. warns of rising Medicare, delivery and rental car scams
>SHOPPING: Fisher-Price swing recall — 2 million baby swings cited after 5 deaths
>HOMES: Worcester County home listings asked for more money in September
>HEALTH: Doctor reveals how daylight savings can be detrimental to your health
-"Amazing" new lung cancer treatment 40% more effective than standard amid "golden age" of cancer research
>FOOD: People are just discovering the purpose of the McDonald's McFlurry spoon
>TV/STREAMING: The best horror movies of 2024 available to stream right now
>MOVIES: How to watch "Deadpool" movies in order: Stream online free
>CELEBRITY: Jennifer Aniston dispels wildest rumors written about her: "That's a little true"
>HISTORY: Massachusetts 1920s in color (8:18)
>ANIMALS: Woman spots small scared dog by a busy highway (3:09)
>GOOD NEWS (brought to you by Bertera Nissan): Community completes home for veteran after builder's death (2:03). Article
-Meanwhile, in Washington, driver in H.O.V. lane caught using plaid shirt as "passenger"
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In The News
>WEATHER: Mark Rosenthal's 7-day forecast (1:13). High of 32 today in Worcester
>TOP OF THE NEWS
+Noon: Meet the next winner of Worcester's top community service award
+Noon: Meet T&G Santa's helpers for Monday, December 22nd
+Noon: 4th Wall explores "Shakespeare Through A Disability Lens" in new show
-Salute to Worcester booster: Filmmaker, activist Caitlin McCarthy to be honored
-Growth of luxury apartments in Worcester leaves some residents cold
-National Grid work to restrict parking on Lakeside Ave. in Worcester
-Worcester Speaks No. 13: Parlee Jones
-Local bank donates $15,000 to Worcester schools for food pantries
-Former state Sen. Dean Tran pleads guilty to obstruction of justice in federal court
-More than 122 million Americans expected to travel for holiday this week
-Worcester County Wonders: The local twins who changed the world
-Radio Worcester (21:29): City Manager Eric Batista explains Worcester’s tax strategy, infrastructure challenges and winter shelter response
-Radio Worcester's The Rundown (24:53): Worcester’s dual tax rate and the supermarket debate
>DINING OUT: Proposed law could require minimum gratuity during busy seasons
-ICYMI: After 64 years, Ken's Barbershop closes — but owner's legacy lives on
-Brothers behind Pepe's Taqueria buy site of restaurant, adjacent retail site for $2 million
-Here's where to bring your Christmas tree after the holidays in Worcester
-Neighbor to Neighbor awarded $50,000 for campaigns in Worcester, other cities
-See the rest of the day's Worcester news
>HOLDEN (brought to you by Lamoureux Ford): Holden Finance Committee asks to scrap February override vote
-Merry Christmas from Lamoureux Ford! (:47)
-Holden woman, 94, tied to T&G Santa since childhood
>THE BURBS (brought to you by North End Motor Sales): Matt’s LEGO Drive stops in Millbury
-To raise funds for beloved colleague battling cancer, Shrewsbury P.D. and F.D. play exhibition hockey game
-Man arrested after refusing to leave Leominster hotel, grabbed knife during arrest
-Man held without bail after Leominster traffic stop results in trafficking, O.U.I.-drug charges
-Basement fire displaces 3 on Summer Street in Fitchburg
-Clinton police arrest passenger for trafficking cocaine during traffic stop
-New Rutland administrator starts in January
-Florence Sawyer announces honor roll
>BARS & BANDS: The Mayor's Live Music List for Monday
>SHOWTIME: Noon Years Eve events in Central Mass & beyond
-Radio Worcester (11:58): Mechanics Hall Executive Director Spotlight
>OPINION: Amanda Meady: Holidays as a single mom
-Rosalie Tirella: Saint Peter's Father Andy... Father Frank
-Unity Radio's Talking Wellness (58:40): Bella Smith
-This Week in Worcester Podcast (2:24:13)
>OBITUARIES: Tribute to member of the Elks Lodge and American Legion Post
>SPORTS: Patriots clinch playoff spot with come-from-behind win
-Patriots’ No. 1 seed odds improve in Week 16
-Bruins lose to Senators, 6-2
-WNBA take gigantic step toward strike in overwhelming vote
-Balanced scoring helps Holy Cross women's basketball roll past UMass Lowell, 78-56
>NATIONAL: F.B.I. ignored Jeffrey Epstein child porn warning for 10 years, docs show
-At least 16 files have disappeared from the D.O.J. webpage for documents related to Epstein
-Tragic: Multiple gunmen open fire at a South African pub, killing 9 and wounding 10
>NEW ENGLAND: F.B.I. won't say whether homeless tipster will get $50,000 reward
-Suspected Brown and MIT professor shooter showed signs of anger, former friend says
>COLLEGES: CrossTalks Episode 8 (16:27): Eileen Hornor
-Anna Maria introduces program to fast track the next generation of educators and leaders
>TRAVEL (brought to you by Fuller RV & Rental): The new highest bridge in the world just opened
-5 surprising things that can get you kicked off a flight
>BUSINESS: Gen Z fears A.I. will steal their jobs
-You won the lottery! Now, how do you protect your privacy and your cash prize?
>SHOPPING: Enter to win a GE Appliances® Digital Air Fry 8-in-1 Toaster Oven during Sclamos year-end savings giveaway
>HEALTH: This is the exact age when fitness and strength begin to decline: study
>FOOD: Tips to make holiday cooking less stressful (3:17)
>TV/STREAMING: YouTube TV to launch new slimmer subscription bundles, including sports plan
>MOVIES: "Avatar: Fire and Ash" box office opens on low end in U.S. with $88 million
>CELEBRITY: Julia Roberts looks 20 years younger in no-makeup selfie on Instagram
-Howard Stern's future with SiriusXM revealed after retirement rumors
>ANIMALS: Dog chained for 19 years finally gets to feel what freedom is (1:59)
>HISTORY: Rare pic of old Union Depot in Worcester as it was being built in 1875
>GOOD NEWS: Bus driver knits hats to keep students warm
-Meanwhile, in Venice, hundreds of Santas take over Grand Canal (2:27)
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