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Here's what's happening in and around Worcester today
In The News
-Latest weather: Showers end this morning, cloudy, high of 57 today in Worcester
+6:00: Man rushes to rescue other residents after fire ignites in Worcester 3-decker
+6:00: National Guard deployed to drive some Worcester school buses
+6:00: Parents of slain Assumption grad testify against bill that eliminates life sentences without parole
+6:00: Worcester area adoptable pets: Messi & more
+6:00: Janice Harvey: The Great Quarantine of ‘20 has led to TV anxiety
+6:00: Movies: Worcester-shot "Don't Look Up" brings us the latest Apocalypse
+6:00: Open House to be held at Saint John's (:30)
+Noon: Table Hoppin': Namaste Woo, Pacha Mama join Worcester Public Market
+Noon: Worcesteria: Skip Shea's "Trinity" heads to Amazon, Leominster Garrett Mahoney rapper breaks down Drake
+Noon: 5 Things You Need To Know Today In Worcester - October 5th
+Noon: Worcester Ranked in Top 20 Safest Cities in America in 2021
-Long-planned conversion of Worcester church to apartments takes next step
-Reopening of restaurant at historic downtown Worcester building could come in November or December
-Worcester man charged with unarmed burglary
-Worcester emergency shelter Hotel Grace opens its doors early
-Massport announces $2.1 million project at Worcester Airport
-Worcester seeks business for tiny space at Union Station
-Candidates for at-large seats on Worcester City Council to debate Wednesday evening
-The 25 most dangerous cities and towns in Mass. in 2020, according to FBI data
-$699.8 million Powerball ticket sold in California; 2 $1 million winning tickets sold in Mass.
-Bars & Bands (brought to you by Wachusett Wine & Spirits): The Mayor’s Live Music List for Tuesday
-I-290 closures in Worcester coming this week
-Applications open for city of Worcester’s Youth Poet Laureate program
-See the rest of the day's Worcester news
-The Burbs (brought to you by North End Motor Sales): Sturbridge horse center submits application for $50 million racetrack project
-Hundreds of bikers ride in memory of fallen Auburn police officer
-Lunenburg property related to tax fraud and wage theft scandal sold for $1.1 million
-Beacon Manufacturing of Lancaster acquires Acromatic Plastics of Leominster
-Sports: WooSox fire Manager Billy McMillon, sources tell T&G
-Polar Park to hold watch party for tonight's Red Sox-Yankees Wild Card game
-Enter to win a Patriots hoodie courtesy of North End Motor Sales
-Holy Cross releases full men's basketball schedule
-Field hockey player Sarah Potter named Hilton Garden Inn Crusader of the Week
-High school Fab 15 football rankings
-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: Major Mass. labor union urges end to St. Vincent strike
-Colleges: QCC offers students quiet spaces
-National: Facebook, WhatsApp, Instagram suffer massive worldwide outage lasting several hours
-DEA agent killed, two other law officers shot on Amtrak train in Tucson
-New England: Brady quote brings superfan "Schwartzie From Ashland" recognition in Patriots Nation
-Health: Falling asleep too fast is not a sign of a healthy sleeper, experts say
-Animals: 10-ounce puppy terrifies 75-pound Boxer (3:41)
-Shopping/Deals: Amazon rolls out early Black Friday deals to jump-start holiday shopping
-TV/Streaming: Apple TV+ cancels Joseph Gordon-Levitt's "Mr. Corman" after Season 1
-Movies: George Clooney movie shot in Worcester will debut in December
-Celebrity: New Kids On The Block to perform at Mohegan Sun with legendary lineup of guests
-History: From the Channel 4 archives, U2 plays the Worcester Centrum (2:22)
-Homes: 5 new Worcester homes on the market
-Food: Lobster products recalled due to possible Listeria contamination
-Good news (brought to you by Bertera Nissan): Man surprised with free bike from neighbors in South Carolina
-Meanwhile, in Kentucky, judge denies couple's divorce
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Coronavirus (COVID-19)
+6:00: Mass. officials report 1,184 new cases, 21 additional deaths
+6:00: Vaccines may have prevented a quarter-million cases and 39,000 deaths among seniors
+Noon: Johnson & Johnson asks FDA to authorize booster shots
-City announces first Youth Vax Giveaway winners
-"Too soon to tell," if large Christmas family gatherings will be safe, Dr. Fauci says
-Mass. doctor on improving COVID-19 picture (3:45)
-Radio Worcester (10:22): Worcester Medical Director Dr. Michael Hirsh "cautiously optimistic" about COVID
-ICYMI: Updated numbers for every Worcester County community
-Mass. officials report 3,283 new cases, 12 additional deaths over 3-day period
-Dr. Fauci encourages vaccinated people "to have a good normal Christmas with your family"
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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