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In The News
>WEATHER: Mark Rosenthal's 7-day forecast (1:11). High of 73 today in Worcester
>TOP OF THE NEWS
+5:00: Child bending over to tie shoes struck by pickup in Southbridge parking lot
+5:00: Dates announced for 12th annual Worcester Caribbean American Carnival, third annual Kiddies Cultural Festival
+5:00: 100 FM The Pike (6:01): The Breakdown Lane
+5:00: Worcester Chorus sings works by Handel and Charpentier
+5:00: Jazzed Up Trio 6 to 9 Wednesday at 961 at Union Station
+5:00: 210 Sports: Worcester hockey alumni highlights, NHL week 29
+Noon: An '80s flashback as Debbie Gibson takes XLO crowd down memory lane
-Earlier: Gallery: Debbie Gibson performs at 26th annual Awesome '80s Prom
+Noon: Worcesteria: Silent salute at Elm Park to Worcester's Civil War role
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
-Following opening of $220 million tower, UMass Memorial E.R. wait times are dropping
-The real story behind Greendale Mall and Amazon’s arrival
-How a student project led by Holy Cross professor and local architect helped tackle food insecurity in Worcester
-As rising health costs hit Hispanic communities hardest, Central Mass. leaders addressing inequities through cultural competency
-Worcester's international students still on edge despite reversal on visas
-New in the Woo: An authentic Brazilian steakhouse experience
-Aislinn Doyle: Worcester Public Schools in Brief for April
-Worcester Public Schools (13:12): Ask the Superintendent, W.T.H.S. edition
-Radio Worcester Roundtable (50:25): 0.5% endowment fund debate and superintendent search
>FAITH: First images of Pope Francis' tomb at the Papal Basilica of St. Mary Major in Rome
>DINING OUT (brought to you by Patsie Dugan's): Should you tip for fast food or takeout?
-ICYMI: Husband’s gift, wife’s miracle: The kidney that saved 2 lives
-New social equity cannabis delivery service launches in Worcester
-Legendary Worcester restaurant O'Connor's halts public dining
-See the rest of the day's Worcester news
>HOLDEN (brought to you by Lamoureux Ford): A century of life and changes
-Lamoureux Ford offers huge discounts! (2:53)
-Holden sees override coming next year
>THE BURBS (brought to you by North End Motor Sales): Paxton town meeting shifts again, to June 16th
-Work planned around Old Stone Church in West Boylston
-Hiring process set for Clinton administrator
-Clinton man arrested after traffic stop for unlicensed operation and expired sticker
-Saplings and flowers galore at S.E.L.C.O.'s Arbor Day celebration
-Shrewsbury Police Department Tip-A-Cop event to support Special Olympics Tuesday
-The Item's public safety logs
>BARS & BANDS: The Mayor's Live Music List for Monday
>SHOWTIME: Cyndi Lauper, Outkast are 2025 rock hall inductees — no Mariah Carey
-Willard House & Clock Museum to develop new 10,000-square-foot facility
-W.S.C. Stay Connected musical performance (54:48): Jim Porcella, jazz musician
-Dynamic new sculpture exhibition captures and reflects nature at New England Botanic Garden
>OPINION: Jennifer Julien Gaskin: It’s not about vaccines. It’s about power.
-Aly Kenney: When service thrives, so does America
-WCCA-TV's Hidden Treasures 119 (28:37): Linda Kotsopoulos, NU-TIQUES AT THE BARN
-This Week in Worcester Podcast (1:20:50)
-Green Worcester Summit (1:00:30): Sustainable yard designs
>OBITUARIES: Tribute to Worcester woman who was a beloved nurse’s aide and compassionate caregiver
>SPORTS: Celtics take 3-1 series lead with 107-98 victory over Orlando
-Cringe Bill Belichick interview gets awkward over Jordon Hudson question
-Red Sox beat Cleveland, 13-3
-Jarren Duran confronts Guardians fan who heckled him over suicide attempt
-'Sader Stories podcast (34:31): Crusader Legends | Remembering Ron Perry '54
-WooSox swept in doubleheader vs Syracuse
>NATIONAL: 11 dead as madman speeds through a packed Vancouver street fair
-1 dead, 11 injured in mass shooting in Myrtle Beach
>TRAGIC: Diver believed to have been killed in shark attack
>NEW ENGLAND: Tax data reveals growing gambling wins, losses in Mass. (:54)
-Teenager dead after apparent drowning in New Hampshire lake, authorities say
>COLLEGES: Clark joins colleges in call for restraint by federal government
-UMass Cares days of service planned for May 20th, 21st
>TRAVEL (brought to you by Fuller RV & Rental): "Entitled" cruise ship act is one of the worst etiquette offenses on overseas voyages
>BUSINESS: Bankruptcy options for Massachusetts businesses
-101: Stepping into a new leadership role with purpose
-Julia Becker Collins: Invest in employee training for business growth
>SHOPPING: Joanna Gaines’ Magnolia Home rugs on sale at Wayfair Way Day
>HOMES: 43-acre mansion property in Central Mass. on sale for $4.2 million
>HEALTH: "Very shocking" microplastics discovery in stroke victims
-New app could help parents monitor their children for scoliosis (:58)
-Drug may better treat Lyme Disease with fewer side effects (1:07)
>FOOD: Enoki mushrooms recalled over potential listeria contamination
>TV/STREAMING: "The Conners" series finale bids a final farewell to Roseanne Barr
>MOVIES: George Lucas reveals why Yoda speaks backwards in "Star Wars"
>CELEBRITY: Emilio Estevez on dad Martin Sheen's drunk, naked "Apocalypse Now" meltdown
>ANIMALS: Rooster sprints to his mom every time she comes home (2:13)
>HISTORY: It was always "time to make the doughnuts" for Fred the Baker
>GOOD NEWS: Gary Sinise Foundation helps veteran get new accessible home
-Meanwhile, unbelievable operations the C.I.A. actually carried out
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In The News
>WEATHER: Mark Rosenthal's 7-day forecast (:27). High of 34 today in Worcester
-Cold facts: A chilly January. But nothing like 1970
>TOP OF THE NEWS
-Search warrant on Pleasant Street in Worcester nets guns, drugs
-Inventor with Worcester ties placed on leave after Epstein messages surface, report says
-Snowbanks, no sidewalks make it tough to walk to this Worcester elementary school
-Mike Benedetti: Worcester City Council agenda preview
-Worcester councilor wants city charter reviewed. Here's why
-Human Rights Commission urges city to establish civilian police oversight board
-Worcester man faces second-offense O.U.I. charge after speeding stop in Groton
-Telegram & Gazette Student of the Week: Recognizing high achievers
-Here’s what Worcester groundhog Cornelia predicted on Groundhog Day
-Buddy the blind cat needs a home. Maybe, yours?
>DINING OUT: Popular Shrewsbury St. restaurant closed until Thursday for maintenance
-ICYMI: Urgent call for volunteers as St. John’s opening emergency shelter in Worcester
-Study shows childcare out of reach for most families
-UMass Medical School’s new A.I. Assurance Lab tests developing healthcare tech, so it functions properly in the real world
-Worcester County Wonders: Some monkey business in Worcester's history
-See the rest of the day's Worcester news
>HOLDEN (brought to you by Lamoureux Ford): Special Town Meeting on February 23rd
-Winter snow brings great values at Lamoureux Ford (2:00)
-This week's road closures and traffic delays
-Fire damages commercial building on Wachusett Street
>THE BURBS (brought to you by North End Motor Sales): Early morning shed fire draws mutual aid to Sterling
-Shrewsbury may implement Automatic License Plate Readers throughout town
-Burst pipe ends the school day at Millbury Junior-Senior High
-Lots of snow, damaged mailboxes in Millbury: Who pays for repairs?
-French defense tech firm undertaking $12 million Sturbridge expansion
>BARS & BANDS: The Mayor's Live Music List for Tuesday
>SHOWTIME: Michael Skrzek talks road from Worcester to "Some Like it Hot" tour
-Bibbe Hansen show at Hunchback Gallery felt like old-school Worcester
-Songs, sensibility of the '80s highlights "A Midsumnmer Night's Dream"
>OPINION: Shaun Connolly: I'm trying, Jennifer
-Lauren Cilley: When an M.R.I. is a mom’s vacation
-What's Up Worcester at M.A.W.O.C.C. annual meeting (4:12): Positively Suzanne
-Radio Worcester's The Rundown (26:48): Etel Haxhiaj case, Mayor Petty criticism and police accountability in Worcester
>OBITUARIES: Tribute to man who worked for Worcester for 37 years
>SPORTS: Drake Maye's shoulder injury improves ahead of Super Bowl showdown
-Patriots defensive coordinator Terrell Williams thrilled to be cancer-free, with team for Super Bowl
-Patriots answer all kinds of questions ahead of Super Bowl LX (7:43)
-Want Super Bowl tickets? Here's what to know (2:14)
-Holy Cross women's basketball dispatches B.U. for fourth straight win, 60-46
-Holy Cross Athletics Bob Cousy Video Series, No. 2 (2:27)
-D'Eandre Williams ties career-high in Holy Cross men’s basketball loss to B.U.
-Red Sox equipment truck stops by Polar Park en route to Florida
-Worcester hockey alumni 2025-26 highlights, NHL Week 17
>CARS: Thousands of Kia cars recalled due to panel display issue
>NATIONAL: Damning evidence Idaho killer left behind after murders is seen in chilling new photos
-Jeffrey Epstein calls himself "Tier One" sex predator in newly released Steve Bannon interview
-Tragic: Rogue elephant kills nearly 2 dozen in 10-day rampage through India
>NEW ENGLAND: All 7 victims ID'd after fishing vessel sinks off Gloucester (1:08). Article
-Natural gas explosion at mental health facility in Nashua injures 3 firefighters
>COLLEGES: Worcester State welcomes staff to lead T.R.I.O. Student Support Services
>TRAVEL (brought to you by Fuller RV & Rental): Princess Cruises come aboard sale offering up to 40% on cruise fares
>BUSINESS: 3 major companies closing Mass. facilities; layoffs to affect about 250 workers
-LPL Financial Research: Dueling mandates: The Fed’s policy caution and Treasury’s growing borrowing needs
-M&T Bank names new regional president for Mass.
>HOMES: Saving homeowners money (8:21)
>SHOPPING: 10 non-food Valentine’s Day gift ideas for your kids
>FOOD: Celtics-worthy Chocolate Chip Cookies with Ann Michael Maye's Bakemas (7:35)
>HEALTH: How physical therapy can help people as they age (1:56)
-Easy exercise habit lowers your risk of dying young by 19%
>TV/STREAMING: The 12 most anticipated TV shows of 2026
>MOVIES: Watch "Devil Wears Prada 2" trailer. Anne Hathaway, Emily Blunt catch up
>CELEBRITY: Jane Seymour says she’s "in my prime right now" at 74
-Savannah Guthrie's mom was likely abducted from her Arizona home as she slept: police
>ANIMALS: Golden Retriever, bunny are happiest when together (2:11)
>HISTORY: Worcester’s trolley system was once the largest in the state
>GOOD NEWS: Students help rebuild dog day care after fire
-Meanwhile, in France, hospital evacuated after 8-inch WWI artillery shell discovered in patient's backside
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