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Here's what's happening in and around Worcester today
In The News
-Latest weather: Soaking rain today
+6:00: Massport announces $2.1 million project at Worcester Airport
+6:00: Worcester seeks business for tiny space at Union Station
+6:00: Candidates for at-large seats on Worcester City Council to debate Wednesday evening
+6:00: The 25 most dangerous cities and towns in Mass. in 2020, according to FBI data
+6:00: I-290 closures in Worcester coming this week
+Noon: Human Rights Commission to hold police body camera input session tonight
-Hundreds of bikers ride in memory of fallen Auburn police officer
-Local cookie maker raises money for Afghan evacuees coming to Worcester
-Advocates raise awareness, funds for Alzheimer’s cure in local walk
-5 Things You Need To Know Today In Worcester - October 4th
-Worcester economic updates, orders on Fire Department report, call for WooSox season debrief on council agenda
-Worcester will add 10 new voting precincts ahead of 2022 election
-"Earn While you Learn" program looks to provide EMT training
-St. V doctors back CEO, health care workers union supports nurses
-Homes: Here's what $400,000 buys in Worcester's red-hot real estate market
-Food: Gentile's Bakery bread now available at D'Errico's Market in Worcester
-Bars & Bands (brought to you by Wachusett Wine & Spirits): The Mayor’s Live Music List for Monday
-Song To Get You Through the Week: Adi Sun delivers beautiful "Twin Flame"
-Award-winning violinist Johnny Gandelsman to perform at Holy Cross
-This Week’s Roadwork In Worcester – Week Of October 4th
-Neighborhood watch meetings in Worcester this month
-MBTA announces $15 Commuter Rail passes for Marathon Monday
-See the rest of the day's Worcester news
-The Burbs (brought to you by North End Motor Sales): Gazebo-Palooza offers a taste of Grafton
-Westborough analytics firm launches food inspection system
-Applications for Mary B. Grogan Fund for Youth now available
-Shrewsbury adds 2 additional Saturday leaf and yard waste drop-offs
-Tribute to Auburn man killed in Maine car crash
-Sports: Belichick, Brady reportedly held long postgame chat in Bucs locker room
-Brady, Bucs escape with 19-17 win
-Watch Patriots’ tribute video honoring Brady before the game
-Enter to win a Patriots hoodie courtesy of North End Motor Sales
-Devers hits 2 HR as Red Sox rally on final day to secure wild card game at home vs. Yankees
-2 high school football games to be played at Polar Park
-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
-Business: Davis Mega Maze in Sterling ranked 7th nationally in new rankings.
-National: Dead birds and fish are washing up along a California beach due to an oil spill
-Pandora Papers expose tax havens for the rich and famous
-Tragic: Milwaukee drive-by shooting kills 11-year-old, wounds younger sister
-Health: Scientists eye opioid vaccine as a shot to stem overdose epidemic
-Food: Here's why bacon prices have skyrocketed to record levels
-Animals: Mama dog shows rescuers where her babies are hiding (3:11)
-Shopping/Deals: Groupon to "Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer" at the Hanover
-TV/Streaming: Apple’s streaming service had fewer than 20 million subscribers in July, show biz union says
-Movies: Reaching pre-pandemic levels, "Venom" records $90.1M opening weekend
-Celebrity: Gloria Estefan says she was molested at music school when she was 9 years old
-History: State Normal School in Worcester
-Good news (brought to you by Bertera Nissan): Worcester DA honors Leominster officer for saving jogger's life
-Meanwhile, in Tennessee, bear steals 33-pound package from a woman's porch
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Coronavirus (COVID-19)
+6:00: City announces first Youth Vax Giveaway winners
+6:00: "Too soon to tell," if large Christmas family gatherings will be safe, Dr. Fauci says
+Noon: Radio Worcester (10:22): Worcester Medical Director Dr. Michael Hirsh "cautiously optimistic" about COVID
-McDonald's on Shrewsbury Street in Worcester is hosting a free vaccine clinic today
-Updated numbers for every Worcester County community
-UMass seeing alarming number of cases in pregnant women
-Virus surge hits New England despite high vaccination rates
-FDA sets meetings on J&J and Moderna boosters, shots for kids 5-11
-ICYMI: Mass. doctor on new pill that could help treat COVID-19 patients
-UMass Medical School doctor of why herd immunity might never be reached
In The News
>WEATHER: Last day of oppressive heat, high feels like 95 to 100 today in Worcester
-Cooling centers open today in Worcester; water available
>TOP OF THE NEWS
+6:00: Mass. names Worcester 1 of 78 Housing Choice Communities
+6:00: Here's when Disney on Ice will skate into Worcester
+6:00: Bill Ballou on baseball
+Noon: Camels as pets? Meet Phil and RJ of Grafton
+Noon: Old Sturbridge Village to host Redcoats and Rebels for 250th anniversary
+Noon: Texas country band Flatland Cavalry heading to Indian Ranch in Webster
+Noon: Listen Up: Chill out for summer with Caylin Costello, D-Tension songs
+Noon: Last Call: Catherine Zebrowski, writer and musician
-13-year-old girl reported missing in Worcester
-U.S. News: UMass Memorial Medical Center is a top Mass. hospital, best in Worcester
-Can you help Worcester police ID these road-rage suspects?
-2 Shrewsbury men arrested in Boston prostitution sting
-Community rallies to help Leicester girl, hospitalized for year with cancer, celebrate birthday
-Algae treatment planned for Coes Reservoir, Indian Lake on Thursday
-Worcester school jobs saved as administration releases education funding
-Worcester elderly apartments sold for $17 million
-More body camera footage released of Eureka Street I.C.E. incident. Here's what it shows
-What's the best way to enjoy summer in Worcester County? Vote in round 3
-5 places to get out on the water in Central Mass. this summer
-Worcester African Festival returns for third year
-Interested in becoming a Worcester Police Officer? (:47)
-Radio Worcester (22:34): Commissioner Rob Antonelli on Worcester’s parks progress, priorities and planning
-Radio Worcester Roundtable (47:21): When immigration enforcement meets local politics
>DINING OUT (brought to you by Patsie Dugan's): Nan Xiang Express set to come to Shrewsbury
-ICYMI: Good Samaritan helps out driver in Worcester crash
-Downtown Worcester apartments at center of CitySquare redevelopment sold for $122 million
-2 Central Mass. women die in Old Orchard Beach, Maine camper explosion (2:15). Article
-"My baby!": Newly released body cam video shows new insight into Worcester I.C.E. arrest
-Worcester police arrest 3 juveniles after gun found in car
-Millbury police arrest 3 Worcester men in separate thefts
-See the rest of the day's Worcester news
>HOLDEN (brought to you by Lamoureux Ford): Eagle Lake still closed for swimming
-Long term employees make Lamoureux Ford special (3:50)
-This week's road closure and traffic delays
>THE BURBS (brought to you by North End Motor Sales): bankHometown consolidating Webster branches
-Clinton man accused of using pudding barcode taped around finger to steal $40 of groceries
-Item photos: Young "royals" get ready for Fancy Nancy Tea Party
-Drive-throughs targeted in West Boylston as new Dunkin's gets variance
-Lancaster administrator sets directions for now
-Shrewsbury High’s Chemistry Club brings science to elementary schools
-Spencer Selectmen talk evaluation, criteria for E.M.S. request for proposals
-Former Templeton administrator warns select board of 9C cuts, hiring woes, and out-of-class pay risks
>BARS & BANDS: The Mayor's Live Music List for Wednesday
-Jazzed Up Trio 6 to 8 Wednesday at 961 at Union Station
>SHOWTIME: Worcester writers bring the drama in summer showcase
-Destiny's Child reunites onstage for first time in 7 years at Beyoncé's "Cowboy Carter" finale
-Hanover Theatre takes over full management of the J.M.A.C.
-W.S.C. Stay Connected (1:01:31): A Tribute to the Beatles by the Hip Swayers, Stomp N' Holler, Hit the Bus
>OPINION: Worcesteria: How low can it go? Dry spell dries up Elm Park's ponds
-Margaret Smith: For a Catholic fan, Ozzy's life and lyrics strike a holy note
-What's Up Worcester's Minute with Meagan (15:24): Jenny Gaul, Executive Director, Joy of Music Program (JOMP)
>OBITUARIES: Tribute to a Worcester native who ran a home daycare for over 20 years
>SPORTS: Christian Gonzalez injury to sideline Patriots cornerback for "a bit"
-How Kayshon Boutte has impressed so far at Patriots training camp
-Red Sox beat Twins, 8-5
-Bravehearts beat New Britain, 3-2 . Next home game: 6:30 Wednesday. Buy tickets here
-Holy Cross Athletics (1:57): Get to know Coach Bryan Robbat
-WooSox beat IronPigs, 7-5
-King of the Court basketball tournament debuts at Worcester parks
>NATIONAL: 8.8-magnitude earthquake sends tsunami into coasts of Russia, Japan and Alaska
-Ghislaine Maxwell will plead the Fifth in House testimony — unless demands are met: defense lawyer
-ChatGPT passes the "I'm not a robot" test — a "terrifying" step toward developing a mind of its own
>TRAGIC: Toddler dies after "slipping" from dad’s arms on water slide
>NEW ENGLAND: Powerful moment for Mass. family who was forced to live in park (2:16). Article
-Intruder bathed, slept, ate & stole while Boston family was away on vacation (3:45)
>COLLEGES: Q.C.C. president pushes for faculty pay hikes
-WPI researcher tackles water treatment woes with battery tech
>TRAVEL (brought to you by Fuller RV & Rental): Inside the "arms race" to win the new luxury cruise ship market
>BUSINESS: Highlights from A.A.R.P.'s 99 ways to save money (1:46)
-LPL Financial Research: Economy in uncharted waters
-Report: Small size of Mass. sports betting industry limiting opportunities for minorities, women and veterans
>SHOPPING: When do Spirit Halloween stores open this year? Here's our guess
>HEALTH: Police, doctors warn of e-bike dangers as use skyrockets in Mass.
-Researchers say some artificial sweeteners could impact brain (:53)
-COVID barely detectable in wastewater, but is it time to celebrate? (2:15). Article
>FOOD: Greek Chicken Salad Bowls
>TV/STREAMING: Robin Roberts reveals why she’s been absent from "GMA"
>MOVIES: 40 best needle drops in movies of all time
>CELEBRITY: Tom Cruise, Ana de Armas attend Oasis show — after band roasted actor
-Justin Baldoni breaks social media silence to celebrate milestone with wife amid Blake Lively legal battle
>ANIMALS: 14-year-old dog dumped at shelter gets a ton of new siblings (1:40)
>HISTORY: Then & Now: Grafton Street, Worcester
>GOOD NEWS: Woman found alive 9 months after vanishing near Death Valley
-Meanwhile, in New Hampshire, polite black bear stuns homeowners after ringing doorbell before exploring hot tub
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