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>WEATHER: Mark Rosenthal's 7-day forecast (:57). High of 64 today in Worcester
>TOP OF THE NEWS
-Worcester police ask for help finding missing 14-year-old
-Legendary Worcester restaurant O'Connor's halts public dining (pictured)
-Downtown Worcester restaurant closes its doors
-Air quality in Worcester getting worse
-Assumption student to attend funeral of Pope Francis (1:35). Article
-Related: Locals recall Pope Francis’ love for people on the peripheries
-Related: Thousands say farewell at funeral of Post Francis
-Related: Live video of funeral of Pope Francis
-A whole-latte cuteness with Davis Farmland (4:39)
-Worcester's housing crisis mirrors national trend
-"Disgusting": Strong reaction in Central Mass. to RFK Jr. comments about autism
-Research Bureau announces 5 pubic service award winners
-Radio Worcester Roundtable (50:25): 0.5% endowment fund debate and superintendent search
>DINING OUT (brought to you by Patsie Dugan's): Phantom Gourmet's Great 8 BBQ restaurants (5:05)
-ICYMI: Molly McGovern, daughter of Congressman Jim McGovern, dies unexpectedly in Italy while battling rare cancer. Video (:26)
-"An amazing light": Husband mourns wife who died in fall at Purgatory Chasm (2:14). Article
-An alligator in a Worcester lake? Not quite, says police department
-Orange (Calif.) Unified names Dr. Rachel Monárrez as next superintendent
-Pastor tased by Worcester police can't use Justice Department report in civil suit
-See the rest of the day's Worcester news
>HOLDEN (brought to you by Lamoureux Ford): Composting 8 to 2:30 Saturday
-Lamoureux Ford offers huge discounts! (2:53)
-Gale Free Library transformation shines
>THE BURBS (brought to you by North End Motor Sales): Drug Take Back Day in Shrewsbury 10 to 2 Saturday
-Physik Instrumente plans to open Shrewsbury headquarters this fall
-2 men arrested after shots fired from Orange apartment window
-West Boylston officials putting override before voters
-Town Meeting Preview: Sterling looks at long-term financial stabilization
-Town Meeting Preview: Boylston to vote on fire station, senior center
-Town Meeting Preview: Bolton seeks override to preserve town services
-Wachusett ready for flag football home opener
>BARS & BANDS: The Mayor's Live Music List for Saturday
>SHOWTIME: Things to Do: May Day Fest, Chaplin film, Denim Day and more ...
-Worcester State presents cult classic "Rocky Horror Show" through Sunday
-New Central Massachusetts Festival Chorus gives voice in concert
>OPINION: Joe Fusco Jr.: Remembering youth's many visits to the emergency room
-Amanda Meady: Discovering the new you after separation or divorce
-WCCA-TV's Senior Speak No. 924 (28:01)
-Green Worcester Summit (23:25): Welcome and introductions
>OBITUARIES: Tribute to former C.F.O. of Jamesbury Corporation
>SPORTS: Patriots load up on offensive support for Drake Maye
-Patriots introduce Will Campbell at Gillette Stadium (14:31). Article
-Celtics lose to Orlando, 95-93
-Bravehearts to hold 3 summer camps
-Holy Cross Athletics (1:23): Men's hockey thank you fans
-Patriot League announces William & Mary to join league in football
-WooSox lose to Syracuse, 8-3
-Local athletes take on latest Ice Bucket Challenge to shine light on mental health
-Revolution trade midfielder Noel Buck to San Jose for up to $650,000
>NATIONAL: F.B.I. arrests judge accused of helping a man evade immigration authorities
-Jeffrey Epstein victim, Prince Andrew accuser dies by suicide
>TRAGIC: Girl, 14, killed and eaten by lion in front of horrified friend
>NEW ENGLAND: Solar panels and spring weather led to record low grid demand on Sunday
-Misinformation surrounds string of deaths as New England serial killer speculation swirls (2:34). Article
>COLLEGES: Administration restoring international students' visas (2:29)
-UMass Medical School Resident Spotlight: Jennifer Trebilcock, MD
-A.I. course at Holy Cross delivers few answers, many questions and even more discussion
>TRAVEL (brought to you by Fuller RV & Rental): Southwest Airlines joins rivals Delta, United in cutting flights
>BUSINESS: Poll: Majority of Americans say finances are getting worse
-Why to avoid withdrawing early from your 401(K) amid concerns on economy (1:48)
-Q&A: Happy lawyers, happy clients
>SHOPPING: Shop these spring sales to save on furniture, beauty, and baby gear
>HOMES: 43-acre mansion property in Central Mass. on sale for $4.2 million
>HEALTH: 5 risk factors at age 50 shave more than 10 years off your life
-New smart insoles could help with posture, prevent injury, and more (1:26)
-Cancer deaths are falling as diagnoses in women are rising, new report says (1:09)
>FOOD: Public health alert issued for pork sold at Aldi
>TV/STREAMING: Hallmark and Peacock breaking up after 3-year relationship
>MOVIES: New movies on demand — "Freaky Tales," "Hell of a Summer" and more
>CELEBRITY: Rob Lowe calls out Hollywood tour guide for mistaking him for John Stamos
>ANIMALS: Rescued swan loves a pool party (2:25)
>HISTORY: Why's it called that? Town carries Charles Paxton's name, like him or not
>GOOD NEWS: Woburn baby saved by firefighters after he inhaled spit up in his sleep (2:20)
-Meanwhile, in Philadelphia, shocking video shows pallbearers fall into 6 feet into grave
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In The News
>WEATHER: Mark Rosenthal's 7-day forecast (1:01). High of 58 today in Worcester
>TOP OF THE NEWS
-Worcester named one of the top 100 places to live in the U.S. by Livability. Here's why
-UMass-Memorial among nonprofit hospitals charging patients eligible for financial assistance (3:45). Article
-Husband’s gift, wife’s miracle: The kidney that saved 2 lives
-New social equity cannabis delivery service launches in Worcester
-2 men arrested in Worcester for drug distribution
-Aislinn Doyle: Worcester Public Schools in Brief for April
-On making the world a better place: Javian Allen, Nativity School of Worcester
-The Village community newsletter
-Radio Worcester Roundtable (50:25): 0.5% endowment fund debate and superintendent search
>FAITH: Putting shared relationships, values ahead of division
>DINING OUT (brought to you by Patsie Dugan's): Phantom Gourmet's Great 8 BBQ restaurants (5:05)
-ICYMI: Worcester police ask for help finding missing 14-year-old
-Legendary Worcester restaurant O'Connor's halts public dining
-Downtown Worcester restaurant closes its doors
-Air quality in Worcester getting worse
-Worcester's housing crisis mirrors national trend
-See the rest of the day's Worcester news
>HOLDEN (brought to you by Lamoureux Ford): Holden sees override coming next year
-Lamoureux Ford offers huge discounts! (2:53)
-Gale Free Library transformation shines
>THE BURBS (brought to you by North End Motor Sales): TODAY! Shrewsbury Recycling Drive 10 to 2
-Man arrested after attempted arson and theft of propane heater during Webster break-in
-Boys & Girls Club of Fitchburg and Leominster appoints former volunteer as C.E.O.
-Leominster police investigating crash on Central Street; driver hospitalized
-Sutton Middle School Honor Roll for the third quarter
-Millbury-Sutton Chronicle goings on
>BARS & BANDS: The Mayor's Live Music List for Sunday
>SHOWTIME: Things to Do: May Day Fest, Chaplin film, Denim Day and more ...
-Teacher's novel a successful business lesson
-Scout's benches give garden visitors a seat at Willard Museum
-Jillian Snyder: Easy Spring craft ideas for family fun
>OPINION: Brian Nelson Laurel cartoon on daffodils growing in Worcester Elm Park
-WCCA-TV's Mayor's Forum No. 52 (27:57): Liz Hamilton, Boys & Girls Club of Worcester
-City of Worcester Green Worcester Summit (55:52): Sustainable Yards 101
-City of Worcester Mayor's Civics Academy (2:11:09): Public health and parks
>OBITUARIES: Tribute to former owner of Honematic Machine Corporation
>SPORTS: Patriots bolster defense, add kicker in late rounds
-Holy Cross star Luke Newman drafted by Chicago Bears
-NFL Draft grades for all 32 teams
-Celtics call out Magic's physical play during NBA playoff series: "It's not basketball"
-Red Sox split doubleheader with Cleveland
-Bravehearts to hold 3 summer camps
-Holy Cross Athletics (1:39): Lacrosse player Miranda Pace mic'd up
>NATIONAL: Measles outbreak reaches 900 cases across U.S.
-Here are the federal agencies that have reduced their workforce
>TRAGIC: Mom and her 12-year-old son killed in "historical" storms
>NEW ENGLAND: Inside a Karen Read jury visit to Fairview Road (24:38)
-1 dead after fire causes "catastrophic damage" to home in Pelham (:19)
>COLLEGES: Q.C.C. board backs President Pedraja following union’s no-confidence vote
-Local high schoolers learn about education careers at Worcester State conference
>TRAVEL (brought to you by Fuller RV & Rental): Award-winning destination dropped from Royal Caribbean itinerary
>BUSINESS: Apple to shift most U.S. iPhone production to India by 2026 to avoid China tariffs: reports
-Smart ways to invest tax return: "Look at your debt first" (2:19)
-Local bank to work with state treasurer’s office to launch small business workshops
>SHOPPING: Shein, Temu hike prices to offset 120% tariff slated to take effect this week
>HOMES: 43-acre mansion property in Central Mass. on sale for $4.2 million
>HEALTH: Doctor on signs of academic anxiety in teenagers (2:54)
-F.D.A. warning: hair loss drug linked to erectile dysfunction, depression
-What are lymph nodes and is a lump behind the ear dangerous? (1:05)
>FOOD: All the health risks of the 8 food dyes the F.D.A. is banning
>TV/STREAMING: Max password sharing crackdown — "Extra Member Add-On" feature unveiled
>MOVIES: "Sinners" blows past "Accountant 2," "Revenge of the Sith" at box office
>CELEBRITY: Anne Hathaway sparks plastic surgery speculation with taut face
>ANIMALS: Golden Retriever needs to be held like a baby when she's scared (1:52)
>HISTORY: Do you remember the famous R & R Plumbing sign?
>GOOD NEWS: How a gift from Pope Francis inspired a restaurant owner to feed the homeless (2:31)
-Meanwhile, KFC introduces fried chicken-flavored toothpaste
Latest obituaries | | Saturday's highlights | | Today's horoscope | | Local Sports
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