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In The News
-Latest weather: Sunny, high in the mid 60s today in Worcester
+6:00: Do you recognize these 3 people wanted for questioning in Worcester?
+6:00: Neighborhood Watch Meetings in Worcester in October
+6:00: 10 must-see movies being released in October
+2:00: Man in custody after robbery at Park Avenue TD Bank in Worcester
+2:00: Worcester Prius owners warned of catalytic converter thefts
+2:00: TGIF! Check Dining Out and Bars & Bands for the latest specials before your weekend making plans
+2:00: With Greek Festival postponed, St. Spyridon set for Gyro Fair Oct. 2-3
+2:00: Artist Spotlight: Sheryl May
+2:00: Dr. Dre, Kendrick Lamar, Eminem, Mary J. Blige & Snoop Dogg to perform at Super Bowl halftime show
+2:00: Adoption Option: Meet Stewie
+9:00: Auburn man killed in tractor-trailer crash on turnpike in Maine
+9:00: 5 Things You Need To Know Today In Worcester - October 1st
+9:00: 5 Great Ways to Spend Your Weekend in Worcester
-Anna Maria students call for action on sexual violence as school investigates multiple Title IX incidents
-Worcester man accused of making racially derogatory remarks to officer after arrest
-Catalytic converters stolen from senior center buses, businesses in area
-Worcester testing system that senses where potholes are (1:07). Article
-Worcester restaurant hosting "One Last Hurrah" before move to Restaurant Row
-A couple in Worcester followed their passion during the pandemic to open restaurant on Grafton Street
-Private club in Worcester runs into neighborhood complaints, opposition to outdoor shows
-Steam Café returning to Worcester Ice Center
-Five Things: Gazebo-Palooza, Canna Arts Fest and more ...
-Table Hoppin': Area chefs found inspiration and family at Castle Restaurant in Leicester
-Bars & Bands (brought to you by Wachusett Wine & Spirits): The Mayor’s Live Music List for Friday
-St. Vincent Hospital "reaffirms" position, will stay course with replacement nurses
-At-large City Council candidates field questions at NAACP forum
-Radio Worcester (17:36): Donna Colorio talks about her bid for Mayor
-Guild of St. Agnes holds open house at historic house after restoration
-Clark announces $2 million gift
-ICYMI: Former Skylite Roller Skating Center in Worcester sells for $890,000
-See the rest of the day's Worcester news
-The Burbs (brought to you by North End Motor Sales): Cogmedix plans new facility in West Boylston, receives $329K tax break
-Shrewsbury financial center rebrands
-State set to OK LNG facility in Charlton
-For Fitchburg man, Channel 4's call for action helps get $900 Hamilton tickets refunded
-Massive property slated for Blackstone Technology Park sold for $5 million
-MJ’s Market becomes Grafton’s first marijuana retailer this month
-Worcester courts ban Grafton & Upton Railroad from clearing Hopedale forestland
-Sports: Local man organizing record-breaking standing ovation for Tom Brady
-Holy Cross wide receiver Tenio Ayeni is enjoying bounce-back season
-Bravehearts celebrate 8th anniversary
-Enter to win a Patriots hoodie courtesy of North End Motor Sales
-Win 4 tickets to Tom Brady's return in Railers raffle
-Cars: It's still summer at Bertera Nissan (3:03)
-RV rentals and sales, including at Fuller RV in Boylston, are shaking up the travel industry
-National: Drowning victim in Michigan found with winning lottery ticket in his wallet
-New England: MassDOT moving ahead with plan to bring Pike to ground level in Allston (:46)
-Business: UMass Memorial's health insurance plan hires five-person executive team
-Greater Worcester unemployment rate falls to 5.7%, after July spike
-Smith & Wesson moving out of Massachusetts
-UMass Medical School founds new department for systems biology
-Animals: Husky was spoiled only child until tiny kitten came along (3:18)
-Food: Here’s when McDonald’s is bringing back the McRib
-Bacon prices have reached record levels. Here's why they might not go down anytime soon
-Shopping/Deals: Save big on GE® during the Sclamo's Fall Sale through October 20th
-TV/Streaming: Chip and Joanna Gaines’s Magnolia Network to launch on January 5th, replacing DIY Network
-Celebrity: Lori Loughlin heading back to TV in first role after prison
-History: The former Derby Grill on Pearl Street in Worcester around 1958
-Homes: 251 square foot Newton property listed for $449,900
-Good news (brought to you by Bertera Nissan): Nonprofit gives nearly 20,000 toys to children affected by California wildfire
-Meanwhile, 2-year-old boy in New Mexico competes in USA Mullet Championship
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Coronavirus (COVID-19)
+6:00: Worcester area seniors ready for booster shot
-Amid bed shortages, UMass Memorial to set a date for terminating unvaccinated employees
-Curtain-up, mask-up, and show proof of vaccination as the shows go on
-Auburn implements mask requirement for municipal buildings
-Mass. correction officers take vax case to federal court
-Mass. doctor on CDC's "urgent health advisory" for pregnant women (3:07)
-ICYMI: How many people are vaccinated in Worcester County?
-Girls are attempting suicide more during COVID. Here are ways parents can help
-For the first time since June, the number of projected COVID-19 deaths in the U.S. is decreasing
-If you've had COVID, how long does the immunity last?
-Health workers once saluted as heroes now get threats
-Am I fully vaccinated without a vaccine booster?
-Do you need the flu shot if you got the vaccine? Yes, here's why
In The News
>WEATHER: Mark Rosenthal's 7-day forecast (:32). High of 56 today in Worcester
>TOP OF THE NEWS
+7:00: M.B.T.A. announces return of morning Worcester-to-Boston express train
+1:00: Isaiah Disla, 16 at time of killing, to be tried as adult in Worcester
+1:00: Things to Do: The Porch Party Mamas, Pride launch, "Nine" and more
+1:00: The Ghost Inside returns to Palladium on the heels of new album
+1:00: W.C.P.A. to launch poetry series in memory of Richard Fox
+1:00: Shaun Connolly: Low T Troubles
-Worcester Art Museum discrimination lawsuit has been dismissed
-Worcester Housing Authority looking to relocate Lakeside residents
-Worcester pastor commemorates the 109th anniversary of Armenian Genocide
-Worcester Facebook groups support the local community with resources
-Worcester woman arrested after multi-agency investigation
-New Worcester Police Department gun unit targets repeat offenders, strengthens penalties
-Central Mass. unemployment rates drop in March
-First Worcester Miyawaki forest planting targets library lot
-Sturbridge's Robin Lataille still hoping for second kidney transplant after being taken off the list
-Radio Worcester (16:55): Mayor Petty discusses Worcester Public Schools, M.B.T.A. boost and Heart to Hub express
-Radio Worcester Roundtable (45:58): City violence and upcoming State of the City address
-ICYMI: Planned Downtown Worcester restaurant may lose licenses
-See Worcester job, income, population changes over 30 years
-Judge orders prosecutor to turn over documents in Turtleboy case
-Ride-share drivers rally in Worcester to support contractor work, benefits
-See the rest of the day's Worcester news
>HOLDEN (brought to you by Lamoureux Ford): Attorney General gives Holden until December to comply with M.B.T.A. law
-Lamoureux Ford salutes the UConn Huskies (:54)
-Wachusett names new principal
>THE BURBS (brought to you by North End Motor Sales): Northbridge company settles wage violations for $190,000
-Sutton Historical Society to host presentation on metal detecting
-Community Harvest Project Plantapalooza begins May 2nd
-Houghton hosts Community Reading Day
-Nashoba opens some slots for School Choice
-Will Harper harvests F.F.A. Agribusiness award
>BARS & BANDS: The Mayor's Live Music List for Thursday
>SHOWTIME: Singer Cara Brindisi wants to talk
-TODAY! "Beyond the Frames: A Musical Celebration" set for Mechanics Hall
-Screen Time: Remembering Clinton's Bewitching star, Agnes Moorehead
-Gardening Central Mass.: Spring ephemerals a great start to the season
-Sarah Connell Sanders: A few spring things to fling yourself into family fun
-Last Call: Fred Gerhard, poet
-Manny Jae Media (28:06): Manny and City Manager Eric Batista
-WCCA-TV's This Is Worcester No. 200 (27:20): Peter Panagiotou, Pay It Forward Card Shows
-WCCA-TV's Tech Safe No. 32 (28:51): Sidnee Cox, Part 2
>OBITUARIES: Tribute to longtime area lawyer
>SPORTS: Bruins beat Toronto, 4-2
-Celtics lose to Miami, 111-101
-Red Sox beat Cleveland, 8-0
-Bill Belichick joining ESPN's "Monday Night Football with Peyton and Eli"
-Holy Cross 'Sader Stories (31:03): Get to know field hockey coach Lindsay Jackson
-'Saders in 60 (1:00)
-The “210 Awards” for the Worcester Railers 2023-2024 season (Part 1)
>CARS: Bertera has the all-star team to help you find your next Nissan car or truck (:39)
-Hyundai recalls Genesis vehicles for crash risk
>NATIONAL: Fluoride being removed from water systems in more U.S. communities
-Universal Studios tram accident injures 15
-Tragic: Tourist plunges to her death into active volcano while posing for photo
>NEW ENGLAND: Final jury seated in Karen Read murder trial (2:01)
-State revenues are up from last year, but budget concerns linger
>COLLEGES: WPI shows introverts how to succeed in college, work
-Anna Maria AMCAST (28:35): Revive, a recovery community outreach program
-Deadline for Mass. students to get college aid moved amid F.A.F.S.A. problems
>TRAVEL (brought to you by Fuller RV & Rental): The calmest cities in the world
>BUSINESS: The number of Americans applying for jobless benefits holds steady
-LPL Research: The ever-changing market narrative
-Mass. surpasses $6 billion in cannabis sales as unofficial 4/20 holiday breaks singe-day sale record
>SHOPPING: Birch Alley leaves Canal District, moves to Manchaug
>HOMES: Climbing prices, declining sales of Central Mass. homes largely continue in March
>HEALTH: Does working out before bed affect sleep? Experts explain
-3.6 million Medicare enrollees may now be eligible for Wegovy coverage
>FOOD: Public health alert for ground beef over possible E. coli contamination
>TV/STREAMING: "The Office" follow-up will star Domhnall Gleeson and "White Lotus" star Sabrina Impacciatore: Report
>MOVIES: Toy Story 5, next Star Wars movie set release dates
>CELEBRITY: Morgan Wallen breaks silence on Nashville arrest: "I'm not proud of my behavior"
>ANIMALS: Heartbroken dog reunited with her puppies after fiend abandons mom, sells babies in parking lot
>HISTORY: Former Post Office in Worcester
>GOOD NEWS (brought to you by Bertera Nissan): Drummer celebrates 100th birthday playing with his band (:47)
-Meanwhile, in Scotland, reported armed man at train station was "Star Wars" stormtrooper
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