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Here's what's happening in and around Worcester today
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 (:45). High of 41 today in Worcester
>TOP OF THE NEWS
-Worcester residents frustrated with snow cleanup: "Florida looks awful freakin’ good"
-Chaos erupts as Worcester officer becomes trapped in car (3:55)
-Worcester Police Department is down nearly 60 officers: "This is a real crisis"
-Worcester police union leader influenced offer in Haxhiaj case, assistant district attorney says
-UMass Memorial transfers transgender patients to new surgeons following abrupt cancellations
-Illegal dumping fines could jump to $1,000 in Worcester
-Worcester School Committee eyes C.R.P., data privacy
-Mass. accuses Barre public employee of double-dipping (3:20). Article
-Trash and recycling delayed by 2 days in Worcester
>DINING OUT: TODAY! Thrive Support and Advocacy fundraiser at 2 Chefs
-ICYMI: Complaint alleges Worcester pastor used investor money for lavish trips
-How many snow days has Worcester had this year? When will school end now?
-Worcester city councilors push for "city with no potholes" dream
-City councilors want police to speed up crackdown on traffic law violators
-Worcester councilor pushes for city investigation of Saint Vincent Hospital
-See the rest of the day's Worcester news
>HOLDEN (brought to you by Lamoureux Ford): Holden police introduce new officer
-Trash and recycling pickup will be delayed a day this week
-Winter snow brings great values at Lamoureux Ford (2:00)
-Jazzed Up Duo at Val’s Friday and Saturday
>THE BURBS (brought to you by North End Motor Sales): Man facing charges for allegedly kidnapping 13-year-old in Northborough
-A new development on Elizabeth Street in Shrewsbury?
-Heavy fire tears through home on Lakeshore Drive in Ashburnham
-2 vehicle rollovers in Grafton amid snowy conditions
-Charlton Select Board begins process to change town's health insurance after steep premium hikes
>BARS & BANDS: The Mayor's Live Music List for Friday
-100 FM The Pike (13:34): Is it a Seger bar? Brian Daly on his viral mission to find out
>SHOWTIME: Things to do: Sugar maples, Chris Fitz in concert, Midori and more ...
-100 FM The Pike (7:14): Worcester's Angelo Gray is making movies and singing his heart out
-Poet's Cauldron to welcome Ursula Rucker at BrickBox Theater
>OPINION: Owura Sarkodieh: In praise of embracing African identity
-Lindsey Ford: 5 practical tips to reset digital habits after winter break
-Holy Cross' Worcester Voices (31:12): Clark Professor Melinda Marchand about her Worcester experience
-What’s Up Worcester (21:43): Dominican Marketplace Committee interview | Jennie Guzman & Laura Martinez
>OBITUARIES: Tribute to Worcester girl who tragically passed away at 13
>SPORTS: A.J. Brown stirs Patriots buzz as trade rumors begin to swirl again
-Bruins beat Columbus, 4-2
-Holy Cross women's ice hockey hosts New Hampshire in Hockey East Quarterfinals
-Worcester Public Schools Athletic Hall Of Fame announces 2026 inductees
-The Olympic break sees many former Worcester pros at the top of their leagues
>NATIONAL: F.B.I. makes final sweep of Nancy Guthrie's house in sign investigation has hit a dead end
-Bikini-clad women pictured with Stephen Hawking in Epstein files were his carers, family claims
-Tragic: Grandfather kidnapped from his bed and murdered in case of mistaken identity, police say
>NEW ENGLAND: Woman, 2-year-old girl recovering after home explosion (1:29)
-Malden High School girls' basketball coach charged with raping student (1:38). Article
>COLLEGES: WPI Podcast, Episode 27 (33:26): A.I. at WPI, with Elke Rundensteiner and Yunus Telliel
-Clark student Skye Donaldson paints mural in Goddard Library to inspire
>TRAVEL (brought to you by Fuller RV & Rental): These 4 popular national parks announce plans for 2026 visitor reservations
-Norwegian Cruise Line slammed over dining dress code change: "Idiotic rule"
>BUSINESS: Twitter founder Jack Dorsey cuts 4,000 jobs from Block in A.I. pivot
-LPL Financial Research: LPL Research’s 2026 strategic asset allocation
-Paramount wins bidding war for Warner Brothers Discovery
>HOMES: Central Mass. home sales slow to start 2026
>HEALTH: "Boredom challenge" could have benefits for your brain (:18)
>FOOD: The pistachio bread recipe you "knead" to try (7:57)
>TV/STREAMING: Anderson Cooper leaving "60 Minutes" in latest CBS staff shakeup
>MOVIES: 25th anniversary trailer for "The Mummy" (:31)
>CELEBRITY: The real reason behind Cardi B and Stefon Diggs' split revealed
-Wu-Tang Clan founding member Oliver "Power" Grant dies at 52
>ANIMALS: Disabled lamb becomes her dad’s wedding ring bearer (1:54)
>HISTORY: Storm comparison: Blizzard of '78 vs. Blizzard of '26 (6:22)
>GOOD NEWS: Kidney donor braves blizzard for Boston transplant surgery (1:52)
-Meanwhile, in Florida, deer crashes into home through living room window
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