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>WEATHER: Mark Rosenthal's 7-day forecast (1:16). High of 37 today in Worcester
-Seasonal forecasters share predictions for winter (3:02). Article
-Northern lights may be visible on Thanksgiving
>TOP OF THE NEWS
-Gavin family in Clinton to celebrate 95th Thanksgiving gathering
-3 places for free Thanksgiving dinners in Worcester
-Here are 5 bars open on Thanksgiving morning in Worcester
-Thanksgiving: What's open, what's closed
-Worcester Magazine's Hometown Heroes
-Worcester native returns from London to help immigrant businesses
-Worcester schools tout lower suspension rates, improved school safety
-Ask the Superintendent (10:33): South High edition
-Nativity School opens applications for upcoming year
-Worcester City Manager backs civil-service exemption in state development bill
-Worcester nonprofits, law enforcement granted slice of $3.3 million to combat sexual violence, human trafficking
-Radio Worcester (12:44): Professor Justin Hollander discusses feasibility of rapid transit in Worcester
-Radio Worcester Roundtable (46:50): Worcester’s dual classification debate
>DINING OUT: Here's what's proposed to replace Denny's on Lincoln Street in Worcester
-ICYMI: Worcester Olympian Stephen Nedoroscik places fourth in "Dancing With The Stars" finale
-Day center for homeless Worcester residents coming in 2026, city says
-Worcester man exploited 2 girls, filmed sexual assaults: Feds
-Developer pitches 491-unit luxury apartment complex near Worcester’s Grafton Street
-See the rest of the day's Worcester news
>HOLDEN (brought to you by Lamoureux Ford): Holden Firefighters holding Pictures with Santa 10 to 3 Sunday
-Long-term employees make it fun to own a car or truck from Lamoureux Ford (3:50)
>THE BURBS (brought to you by North End Motor Sales): 5-car crash on I-495 in Westborough causes delay
-Man arrested in Westminster for stealing car from Ayer dealership
-Paxton votes to expand Select Board
-Seventh Day Adventists to move HQ from Lancaster to Westborough
-Sterling Post Office is tops in breast cancer stamp sales
-Gaels keep fans on edge of their seats
>BARS & BANDS: The Mayor's Live Music List for Thanksgiving
>SHOWTIME: Hanover Theatre names new president/CEO
-Five Things to Do: Trans-Siberian Orchestra, Great Escape and more ...
-For Robert Eugene Perry, poetry is all about community
-Boston Wine and Food Festival offers chance for epicurean exploration
>OPINION: Sarah Connell Sanders' gift guide eyes offbeat presents, nearby stores
-Tom Marino: Worcester City Manager's new compensation package is insane
-WCCA-TV's Chandler Chat No. 441 (27:29): Roberta Brien & WBDC
-WCCA-TV's Close to Home No. 579 (29:06): Israel Palestine Context, Part 3
>OBITUARIES: Tribute to Worcester man who worked 1 job from age 18 to retirement
>SPORTS: Patriots owner Robert Kraft "resigned" to a multi-year rebuild
-NFL coaches could be in for Black Monday bloodbath: insider
-NFL Week 13 schedule, TV and announcers
-Holy Cross men's basketball team faces Virginia on Friday
-‘Sader Savings Week runs through December 3rd
-Railers beat Wichita, 1-0
>CARS: Hyundai recalling over 226,000 cars, S.U.V.s to fix rearview cameras
>NATIONAL: Smartphone users warned to delete 15 dangerous, "predatory" apps
-Australia's House of Representatives passes bill that would ban young children from social media
-Tragic: Missing skydiver found dead after parachute malfunctioned
>NEW ENGLAND: Car plows into Cape Cod restaurant, injuring 2 (:34)
-Mass. State Police history: Timeline of controversies
>COLLEGES: WPI students help feed local families since 1994
-Assumption C.D.I.C. hosts Alumni Career Networking Night
>TRAVEL (brought to you by Fuller RV & Rental): 10 of the most beautiful places to visit in Southeast Asia
>BUSINESS: Shocking 88% of Gen Z uses A.I. to do their jobs for them: poll
-LPL Financial Research: A basket of uncertainty bolsters the dollar
-What's at stake as companies roll back D.E.I. initiatives?
>SHOPPING: 115+ best early Black Friday deals
>HOMES: What $800,000 can buy you in Worcester County, November 17th to 23rd
>HEALTH: Psychologist's advice for a peaceful Thanksgiving gathering (3:43)
-Insomnia's link to a woman's cancer risk explained by doctor (2:59). Article
>FOOD: Here's how many calories you're eating on Thanksgiving
-Weeks before Thanksgiving, some of the cranberries that will be on dinner plates today are floating on a bog
>TV/STREAMING: What to stream on Thanksgiving — Macy's Parade, Charlie Brown and more
>MOVIES: 36 best Thanksgiving movies
>CELEBRITY: Earl Holliman, "Police Woman" and "Rainmaker" star, dies at 96
>HISTORY: White City amusement park in Shrewsbury thrilled thousands for over half a century
>ANIMALS: Scared puppies took months to trust their rescuers (1:51)
>GOOD NEWS: Grateful man invites postal worker who saved his life to Thanksgiving dinner
-Meanwhile, in Utah, officials ask people to not brine their turkey in the Great Salt Lake
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In The News
>WEATHER: Mark Rosenthal's 7-day forecast (:43). High of 70 today in Worcester
>TOP OF THE NEWS
+Noon: Hudson man accused of killing grandmother with skateboard
+Noon: 10 Worcester properties near WPI listed for $9.9 million
+Noon: Worcester residents defy city chicken ban as backyard flocks grow
+Noon: When does the Jewish holiday of Passover start, end?
+Noon: Splendid Torch to perform for Club 321 at Mechanics Hall
+Noon: Last Call: Anne O'Connor, historian and author
+Noon: Dunkin' giving away 1,000,001 free coffees today (:28)
-Woman shot on Millbury Street in Worcester, suspect in custody (2:10). Article
-Worcester man killed in Boston hit-and-run
-Police investigate deadly crash in Charlton (2:16). Article
-Car burned to crisp: Millbury High senior had good excuse for tardiness
-Worcester’s "A Better Life" housing program helps break generational poverty by promoting self-sufficiency
-139-unit Worcester housing project faces setback as developer requests extension
-After 10 years and $16 million raised, Creative Hub Worcester center to open in April
-Worcester councilor seeks 911 info as city faces major mental health lawsuit
-Radio Worcester (25:27): Why Sen. Robyn Kennedy says the legislature audit may face a constitutional challenge
>DINING OUT: Worcester restaurant closed today for private event
-ICYMI: Tractor-trailer fire on I-290 in Worcester snarls Tuesday morning commute (:35). Article
-Worcester man gets 30 years in prison for sexually exploiting 3 young girls
-Police warn of rash of "smash & grabs" at trail parking lots
-Walmart warehouse, in former Sam's Club off Route 146, closing
-Street sweeping begins in Worcester on April 6th
-See the rest of the day's Worcester news
>HOLDEN (brought to you by Lamoureux Ford): Fundraiser to support staff of 122 Diner
-Message from 122 Diner after last week's crash
-Longtime customer praises Lamoureux Ford (3:29)
>THE BURBS (brought to you by North End Motor Sales): Body cam video captures dramatic chase through Webster neighborhood (:46). Article
-Oxford town manager who recently resigned is suing town
-First Student, Teamsters avert looming school bus strike
-Spencer selectmen authorize Proposition 2½ override questions be placed on ballot
-Police searching for driver who allegedly caused serious 4-car crash in Clinton
>BARS & BANDS: The Mayor's Live Music List for Wednesday
>SHOWTIME: Hanover Theatre announces 7-show 2026-27 Broadway Series
-Listen Up: Good Sleepy at home base with new album
-Rush debuts new drummer at Canada’s JUNO Awards
-50 years of Steve Miller Band’s "Fly Like An Eagle" celebrated with limited-edition picture disc
>OPINION: Sarah Connell Sanders: Retired teacher Velah Mary Hazard turns 100, saw history unfold
-Tom Marino: Worcester councilor seeks 911 mental health response info
-Janice Harvey: No Kings rally at Institute Park puts age in perspective
-Radio Worcester Roundtable (50:13): Does Worcester’s Human Rights Commission have any real power?
-Unity Radio's Future Focus (58:58): District 2 City Councilor Robert Bilotta, District A School Committee member Molly McCullough
>OBITUARIES: Tribute to Worcester woman who delayed her retirement into her 70s
>SPORTS: Patriots set for HBO’s "Hard Knocks" next year
-Mike Vrabel shares notable Patriots updates at NFL League Meeting
-Celtics’ best and worst first-round matchups
-Bruins beat Dallas, 6-3
-Red Sox lose to Houston, 9-2
-Bravehearts' June 3rd Baseball in Education game is sold out
-Holy Cross football 2026 season tickets on sale now
-Railers, Islanders partnership may be nearing end
-UConn wins would mean furniture jackpot at Jordan's (2:10)
-U.S. men's soccer team loses to Portugal, 2-0
>NATIONAL: Excitement builds for Artemis II mission around the moon (2:23)
-Nancy Guthrie's Arizona home left eerily untouched and in "immaculate" condition after abduction: report
-Tragic: Student killed himself after shooting teacher at top high school
>NEW ENGLAND: Housekeeper assaulted, tied up in "horrendous" home invasion (1:05)
-M.B.T.A. announces free Fridays, half‑price commuter rail passes for summer (1:06)
>COLLEGES: 4 finalists in running to take over as chancellor at UMass Medical School
-Anna Maria AMCAT Recap – Winter Edition
>TRAVEL (brought to you by Fuller RV & Rental): The 10 worst U.S. cities for seasonal allergies
-Best Amazon travel deals: Luggage, pillows, adapters, portable tech
>BUSINESS: You could be getting a bigger-than-normal refund. Here’s why (2:37)
-LPL Financial Research: Earnings likely to grow double digits again; will markets care?
-Worcester hospice care provider names new C.E.O.
>HEALTH: Diabetes warning signs and risks in women
-Hims customized weight loss plans, GLP-1 plans and meal replacements
>HOMES: Mass. home sales down more than 10% to start 2026
>FOOD: The scientific reason soda tastes better in a can
>TV/STREAMING: Yellowstone's Mo Brings Plenty floored Monica got killed off on "Marshals"
-Rip, Beth's "Yellowstone" spinoff "Dutton Ranch" gets first trailer — and a premiere date
>MOVIES: "The Housemaid" sequel with Sydney Sweeney, Kirsten Dunst gets release
>CELEBRITY: Tiger Woods breaks silence after D.U.I. arrest following car crash
-Sydney Sweeney wears sheer lingerie to the theater in sizzling Syrn video
>ANIMALS: Confused Husky puppy learns how to be a dog (3:21)
>HISTORY: Lincoln Square in Worcester, circa 1926
>GOOD NEWS: Newlywed fan wins $20,000 after hitting half-court shot
-Meanwhile, in Michigan, woman makes daring escape from cops by slipping through police car window
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