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Here's what's happening in and around Worcester today
In The News
-Latest weather: Rain moves in and lingers, 4-6 inches possible through Tuesday
+6:00: Teen Vogue: This is what it’s like for the kids of striking St. V's nurses
+6:00: 43-year-old Worcester man arrested for fentanyl distribution
+6:00: Billionaire local businessman dies at 82
+6:00: 5 new houses for sale in Worcester
+Noon: IT manager indicted for embezzling from nonprofit
+Noon: Woman accused of hiding underneath deck of home with child after crashing car in Charlton
+Noon: Free transit had benefits but may not be sustainable, Worcester study concludes
+Noon: Debate tonight among City Council candidates in contested districts (1, 2 & 5)
+Noon: City Council orders on buses, food justice and snow removal top Tuesday agenda
-New memorial in Worcester honors firefighters killed in line of duty (2:04). Article
-Worcester Firefighters 6K Road Race gets back on course
-Exhaust fan issues spark blaze at Wheelabrator in Millbury
-No one injured in Auburn rollover crash, police say
-Bill Shaner: The city demolished a homeless encampment because Walmart asked it to
-5 Things You Need To Know Today In Worcester - October 25th
-Despite challenges of COVID, this Worcester nonprofit supported sex trade survivors
-Local AFL-CIO helps builds ramp at Worcester voting precinct ahead of Election Day
-"Trunk or treat" aims to educate about "Earn While You Learn" program
-Farmers protest at Worcester cannabis farmer's market
-This Week’s Roadwork In Worcester – Week of October 25th
-Continued paving on I-290 in Worcester; ramp and lane closures planned
-Walking through the Salisbury District in Worcester (23:54)
-The Mayor’s Live Music List for Monday
-See the latest additions to the Wachusett Wine & Spirits whisky selection (brought to you by Wachusett Wine & Spirits)
-Mayoral hopefuls and council district candidates set to square off in debates at Mechanics Hall this week
-5 questions for Moe Bergman, Worcester At-Large Council candidate
-Kate Toomey taking nothing for granted in bid for 9th term on City Council
-District 5 City Council candidates Etel Haxhiaj, Gregory Stratman confident heading into November election
-Worcester School Committee candidate Molly McCullough aims to continue role as advocate
-Tribute to Worcester nurse who helped many area families buy their first home
-ICYMI: Drag racing behind Worcester police station led to fatal crash, 2 arrested, police say
-See the rest of the day's Worcester news
-The Burbs (brought to you by North End Motor Sales): Brewery opens brew house and taproom in Holden
-Road construction and water shut off alert in Holden
-Happy Glamper Photo Camper born out of the pandemic
-Next Open House at Saint John's on Tuesday, Nov. 9 (:30)
-Millbury's fire chief retires after more than 40 years at department
-Shrewsbury resident joins Salem State Board of Trustees
-Sports: Patriots destroy Jets, 54-13
-Celtics get first win; Bruins win; Revs tie Orlando City
-Veteran sportscaster Bob Neumeier dies
-EBW Classic highlights: Holy Cross football vs. Colgate (2:53)
-Saint John's upset bid falls short; St. Paul tops Littleton at Polar Park
-Would your child like to Trick-or-Treat with Bravehearts mascot Jake The Lion on Halloween?
-Enter to win a Patriots hoodie, courtesy of North End Motor Sales
-Cars: Bertera Nissan in Auburn has a wide selection of new and preowned vehicles for you (5:38)
-Take a look at new 2022 Four Winds RV now in at Fuller RV in Boylston
-Business: Worcester company unveils first fully branded fuel station and convenience store
-Colleges: Quinsigamond Community College to host all campus open house
-Clark entrepreneurship program earns national award for student engagement, leadership
-National: Crew member who gave Alec Baldwin gun subject of prior complaint
-Day care owner gets 6 years for hiding 26 kids in basement
-New England: Vigil held for Fall River teen with autism who died after being found malnourished in father’s apartment
-Service dog stolen from N.H. Walmart found safe; woman arrested, police say
-Animals: Kitten loves to ride on her pig sister's back (3:16)
-TV/Streaming: 'SNL' Jason Sudeikis recap
-Movies: Despite hybrid release, "Dune" draws well on the big screen
-Celebrity: Ed Sheeran has COVID, will do performances from home
-Health: Finding your sleep "sweet spot" can keep your brain sharp, study says
-Food: Why lobster prices have been so high this fall
-Shopping/Deals: Toys may be in short supply this holiday season
-History: "How Worcester Works - Exploring Hope Cemetery" (17:43)
-Homes: Classic Tudor mansion in West Boylston lists for $999,000
-Good news (brought to you by Bertera Nissan): Iowa farming community harvest crop of late farmer who died
-Meanwhile, in the Caribbean, "world’s biggest snake" lifted by crane in forest
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Classifieds (Help Wanted)
-NEW: Snow plow operators, City of Worcester
-Full time carpenters needed in Boylston
-Full-time cleaners needed in Boylston
-Quality Inspector, 1st shift and Assemblers needed in Charlton
-Waitstaff at Peppercorn's in Worcester
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Coronavirus (COVID-19)
+6:00: Worcester County cases increased by 1,453 last week
+6:00: Moderna says its low-dose shot works for kids 6 to 11
+Noon: Radio Worcester (7:28): Dr. Hirsh on the state of COVID-19 & vaccine mandates
-Dr. Fauci says Pfizer's vaccine could be available for kids ages 5 to 11 sometime in the first two weeks of November
-ICYMI: UMass Medical School study finds association between long-COVID symptoms and altered oral microbiome
In The News
>WEATHER: Mostly sunny and windy, high in the 40s today in Worcester
>TOP OF THE NEWS
-Rapper turned host Joyner Lucas feeds the hungry before Thanksgiving
-Shrewsbury woman leads Thanksgiving turkey drive for almost 300 families (4:25). Article
-Parents of Worcester teen Harris Wolobah explain why he was so special
-Area senior has become leader in adopted home after family fled civil war (2:27). Article
-Do you know this guy? Worcester police would like a word
-Cyber attack brings down AlertWorcester, notifications across the U.S.
-Lots of holiday concerts and shows on tap right after Thanksgiving
-What's the best diner in Worcester? Vote in round 3
-Holiday conversations: How to set boundaries
-What's open, what's closed on Thanksgiving
-Why are liquor stores closed on Thanksgiving in Mass.? (2:05)
-Grocery stores are not open on Thanksgiving in Mass. Here's why
-Radio Worcester Roundtable (48:37): Worcester recount confirms results, sparks debate on future political landscape
>DINING OUT: These Worcester restaurants are open on Thanksgiving Day
-Where to find Thanksgiving meals in Worcester
-Restaurant reservations spike for Thanksgiving as grocery store prices bite
-ICYMI: Fire inside Worcester school forces student evacuation
-Patriots players help hand out turkeys at Worcester restaurant
-Worcester City Council delays tax rate discussion, decision for second week
-Gov. Healey hands out Firefighter of the Year awards at Mechanics Hall (:54). Article
-See the rest of the day's Worcester news
>HOLDEN (brought to you by Lamoureux Ford): Traffic advisory for this morning's Turkey Trot
-Unique Happy Thanksgiving wishes from Lamoureux Ford (:29)
-$60 case deal at Seven Saws Brewery
>THE BURBS (brought to you by North End Motor Sales): Traffic advisory for Leicester-David Prouty football game
-3 years after fire leveled Truth Organic Spa in Grafton, a revival
-Auburn Police Department Stuff-a-Cruiser event on Saturday
-Millbury voters approve override for school roof projects
-Sutton police swear in new patrolman
-Sheriff's officer from Grafton honored at Sheriffs' Association Awards
-The Item's Neighbor to Neighbor column
>BARS & BANDS: The Mayor's Live Music List for Thursday
-Best dive bars in America? Locally loved spots worth the road trip
>SHOWTIME: Things to Do: Mo Rocca, "Christmas by Candlelight" and more ...
-Careerlong social worker publishes first poetry book
-Last Call: Q.C.C. student Ashley Lester shares strength, inspiration in song
>OPINION: Shaun Connolly: What I'm thankful for
-Rosalie Tirella: Worcester Canal District: More and more homeless people
-Unity Radio's Unity in the Community (54:01): Teri Frykenberg, founder, Nurse Advocate Entrepreneur
>OBITUARIES: Tribute to Vietnam veteran who worked for the city for over 30 years
>SPORTS: Patriots place Will Campbell on Injured Reserve
-Could Patriots lean into "quick game" with offensive linemen sidelined?
-NFL Week 13 schedule, TV and announcers
-Celtics beat Pistons, 117-114
-Holy Cross men's basketball team beats Worcester State, 77-53
-Holy Cross men's hockey team falls to No. 8 Quinnipiac, 7-6, in overtime
-Predicting the winner of every Thanksgiving High School football game in Central Mass.
>NATIONAL: 2 National Guard members shot in attack blocks from the White House
-Hong Kong fire death toll rises to 55 as apartment complex burns into second day
-Tragic: Man dies after getting stuck in clothing donation box
>NEW ENGLAND: Why do so many Mass. cities and towns have a money problem? (2:36)
-12-year-old Maine student killed by school bus
>COLLEGES: Explaining schoolwork to your family at dinner (:57)
-Anna Maria Esports Director’s Corner
>TRAVEL (brought to you by Fuller RV & Rental): 5 of the best places to see the Northern Lights in the U.S.
-This airline is ending the carry-on check every traveler hates
>BUSINESS: Local bank names former W.H.A. executive as inaugural chief human resources officer
-LPL Financial Research: Corporate America cleared a high bar this earnings season
-Why does Mass. allow these jobs to be work from home? (1:10)
>SHOPPING: 41 best Walmart Black Friday deals at unbelievably low prices
-Radio Worcester (9:33): 12 Scams of the Holidays, Part 1
>HOMES: See the lower median price for October home listings in Worcester County
>HEALTH: Medicare announces lower cost for Ozempic, Wegovy, more drugs
-Woman's lifelong birthmark becomes deadly cancer, doctor explains how
>FOOD: Experts at Butterball are on standby for turkey questions (2:07)
-Sweet potato or pumpkin? The Thanksgiving pie debate
-Generations-old family recipes still rule the Thanksgiving table, new survey reveals
-Cooking a ham for Thanksgiving? Here's everything you need to know
>TV/STREAMING: Where to watch the Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade
-"Dancing With the Stars" Season 34 champions revealed
-"Stranger Things" Season 4 recap (4:33)
>MOVIES: Here's Macaulay Culkin's idea for a "Home Alone" sequel
>CELEBRITY: Here's what Sean "Diddy" Combs, Ghislaine Maxwell are set to be served for Thanksgiving behind bars
-Meryl Streep and Martin Short fuel romance rumors at Tom Hanks' play
>ANIMALS: Chicken thinks she's just one of the dogs (1:31)
>HISTORY: Exploring Thanksgiving's weird folklore: Myths and legends (29:21)
>GOOD NEWS: Hunter declines call from his son, wins $1.1 million online lottery prize
-Meanwhile, trending on TikTok: Is bone broth the secret to glowing skin?
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