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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 (1:05). High of 20 today in Worcester
>TOP OF THE NEWS
-Suspects in fatal shooting on Dorchester Street in Worcester caught in Fitchburg
-Worcester reports fewer shootings in 2024, despite jump in homicides
-What nurses say must improve at Saint Vincent Hospital in Worcester
-5 townhouse units planned for Austin Street in Worcester
-Why so many Mass. breweries are closing (and what you can do about it)
-Worcester Community Housing Resources taps established executive as new leader
-Holiday travel rush continues (2:08). Article
-Worcester forum explores M.C.A.S. results and educational equity
-Worcester wants input on where to put new trash/recycling bins
-Radio Worcester (24:05): Worcester Police Union leaders respond to D.O.J. report
-Earlier: Boston Globe: Federal lawsuits lay out D.O.J. allegations against Worcester police
-Radio Worcester (17:50): Mayor Petty addresses City Council meeting amid heated debate
-Radio Worcester (19:13): City Manager Batista addresses D.O.J. report, legal strategy
>FAITH: Holy Cross professor — At Hanukkah, a celebration of eternal light − from desert tabernacle to synagogues today
>DINING OUT: Phantom Gourmet's Great 8 Unique Eateries (5:13)
-ICYMI: Midday snow delivers string of crashes in Central Mass.
-Woman struck by a car in crosswalk in Worcester
-At court hearing, 2 different pictures of fatal Worcester shooting
-Worcester D.P.W. chief Robert L. Moylan Jr. to end interim stint
-Worcester's Union Station listed among 6 of the Most Beautiful Amtrak Stations in America
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>HOLDEN (brought to you by Lamoureux Ford): Wachusett Echo — Fantastic freshmen on varsity sports teams
-Christmas Greetings from Everyone At Lamoureux Ford (:49)
-Mountview Middle School honor roll
>THE BURBS (brought to you by North End Motor Sales): Southbridge day care worker admits to abusing child (2:01)
-Barre ambulance and Verizon utility truck collide on Route 62
-Botched drug deal at Leominster group home ends with arrest of 2 women
-Rutland police to hold car seat check-up on Monday
-Auburn wants feedback on possible regionalization of 911 services
-Shrewsbury Select Board updates (:35)
-Grafton Middle School teachers honored for "Promising Practices"
>BARS & BANDS: The Mayor's Live Music List for Sunday
>SHOWTIME: Things to Do: Candlelight tours, wrestling and holiday choral music
-Spotify's Top 10 most-streamed holiday tracks of all time revealed
-At Holy Cross, "Sojourners" captures the immigrant experience in 1970s America
>OPINION: Tom Marino: 9 years of Public Safety Committee ignoring police discipline
-Laura McCarthy-Ha: Simplifying gift-giving in a big family
-Laurelle Farrell: Lessons in a hair style…bangs
-WCCA-TV's This Is Worcester No. 211 (28:23): Sports, Sports, Sports!
>OBITUARIES: Tribute to an "accomplished and admired singer/ songwriter/ musician" born in Worcester
>SPORTS: Patriots fans will love Josh Allen’s take on Drake Maye’s future
-Van Pelt doubles down on not calling Maye runs after criticism
-NFL Week 16 schedule, TV and announcers
-Celtics beat Bulls, 123-98
-Bruins beat Sabres, 3-1
-Rickey Henderson, Baseball Hall of Famer and league's all-time stolen bases leader, dies at 65
-Railers beat Maine, 5-1
>NATIONAL: 2 Navy pilots shot down over Red Sea in apparent "friendly fire" incident
-Grandparent caregiving declines amid pandemic changes
-Tragic: Grandmother, 80, dies after getting trapped in Sleep Number bed for 2 days: lawsuit
>NEW ENGLAND: State police say Friday's storm caused 200 crashes across state (:22)
-Hypothermic hiker rescued by helicopter in White Mountains (:27)
>COLLEGES: Assumption Professor Cinzia Pica named Visiting Scholar at Harvard
-Anna Maria AMCAST (50:10): Holiday Movies 2.0
-Clark professor gives lecture on what it means to be a feminist in wartime
>TRAVEL (brought to you by Fuller RV & Rental): Waldorf-Astoria insists hotel will reopen in spring
>BUSINESS: Central Mass. business by the numbers
-Financial planning for parents’ assisted living
>HOMES: Tips for moving
>SHOPPING: Cozy gifts your mom will love this holiday season (4:04)
-Holiday gift ideas from unique local businesses across Mass. (4:58)
>HEALTH: Expert explains possible risks, benefits of raw milk (2:49)
-Dr. Todd Ellerin on vaccines and their impact on children (3:40)
>FOOD: Taco Bell unveils new menu item
>TV/STREAMING: Trailer for new Netflix doc, "Jerry Springer: Fights, Camera, Action" (2:21)
>MOVIES: "Barbie 2" in early stages with Greta Gerwig returning to write
>CELEBRITY: James Kennedy arrested for domestic violence weeks after getting fired from "Vanderpump Rules"
>HISTORY: City Hospital, circa 1907
>ANIMALS: Dog becomes mama to a litter of tiny rescue kittens (1:42)
>GOOD NEWS: Man with a rare tumor was told he had months to live. Now, he's cancer-free
-Meanwhile, Mariah Carey fans get into a wild fight at Christmas concert: "On the naughty list"
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