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Here's what's happening in and around Worcester today
In The News
-Latest weather: Mostly cloudy, high of 52 today in Worcester
+6:00: Crane falls into home on Cumberland Street in Worcester. Gallery (6 photos)
+6:00: Worcester DA warns of counterfeit oxycodone after recent arrest
+6:00: Worcester City Council, School Committee candidates race to solve escape room
+6:00: Fuel assistance awareness program launches at City Hall
+Noon: 66-year-old Worcester man killed in pedestrian crash on Southwest Cutoff
+Noon: Breaking and entering suspect on the loose after being spotted in Shrewsbury home
+Noon: Data breach at UMass Memorial reveals personal info of more than 200,000 patients
+Noon: Act Now: Fly from Worcester to NYC, Fort Lauderdale on JetBlue for $31
+Noon: The Mayor’s Live Music List for Thursday
+Noon: 5 Things You Need To Know Today In Worcester - October 28th
+Noon: Five Things to Do: Halloween, Dia de los Muertos events and more ...
+Noon: Utility crews expect it to take days to fully restore power in Mass. (1:33)
+Noon: On this date in 2011, Snowtober
+Noon: Food Truck Thursday 4-7 p.m. in Shrewsbury
+Noon: Buy a Blizzard today, DQ donates $1 to Children's Miracle Network Hospital
-Worcester daycare owner was "intoxicated" while caring for kids; arrested for unruly behavior
-5-story Worcester office building sells for $3 million, well under assessed value
-Plan to turn Granite Street site into 48 apartments seeks update in Worcester
-Brazen daytime smash-and-grab in Paxton
-2 rollover crashes 4 hours apart on Wednesday in Holden
-Radio Worcester's Worcester Wednesday with Mayor Petty (12:16): Downtown vibrancy, sex ed and homeless encampment
-Worcester Mayoral debate. Video (1:28:22)
-Worcester warehouse on Suffolk St. to be converted to artist studios
-Last Call with Thomas Mueller, Worcester's newest jazz crooner
-Studio Theatre Worcester unwraps "The Gift of the Magi"
-ICYMI: Bar planned to replace shuttered legendary Canal District spot
-NEW episode of Wachusett Wine & Spirits' Whisky Wednesday (50:50): Old Forester Whiskey Row
-5 questions for Moe Bergman, Worcester At-Large Council candidate
-Radio Worcester Candidate Series (11:54): Bill Coleman talks about his run for City Council
-2nd District incumbent Candy Mero-Carlson emphasizes caring for neighborhoods
-2nd District hopeful Johanna Hampton-Dance eyes support for underinvested communities
-Worcester School Committee candidate Sue Coghlin Mailman leads way in campaign fundraising
-Worcester School Committee candidate Shanel Soucy applies childhood lessons to platform
-In letter to thousands, Worcester Bishop McManus urged parents to opt out of sex education
-Great Brook Valley celebrates 2nd annual Halloween event
-Video: South High Community High School dedication ceremony 2021 (59:03)
-Worcester Hill-O-Ween celebration Sunday 5-7:30 on Union Hill
-Tribute to member of Burncoat and Worcester Sports halls of fame who recently passed away
-See the rest of the day's Worcester news
-The Burbs (brought to you by North End Motor Sales): Millbury voters reject severing new police hires from Civil Service
-Shrewsbury rallies to honor longtime parks and rec employees
-Next Open House at Saint John's on Tuesday, Nov. 9 (:30)
-New development in Shrewsbury may become senior housing
-Looking for a job? Try substitute teaching in Grafton
-Driver dead after car collides with tow truck in West Boylston
-Sports: Bruins lose, 4-1; Celtics lose, 116-107; Revs win, 1-0
-IFL champion Mass. Pirates to unveil banner at season opener on March 12
-Railers lose on the road, 6-2
-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
-National College Cornhole Championships Qualifier to be held in area
-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: UMass Memorial exec: What our "anchor mission" means for Central Mass.
-Hanover reports third-quarter earnings of $34 million
-National: U.S. Marshals raid wrong Florida apartment, hold mom and baby at gunpoint
-New England: 12 people and 3 convenience stores charged in Mass. lottery tax evasion scheme
-Mass. senate recoils on sports betting
-Tragic: 2-year-old girl beaten to death because she put shoes on the wrong feet
-Colleges: QCC’s Respiratory Care Program celebrates Respiratory Care Week
-Health: Having the "kissing disease" as a kid, teen may increase your chance of developing multiple sclerosis
-Animals: Golden Retriever preps little boy for his new role (3:11)
-TV/Streaming: A "Sopranos" prequel series could reportedly be coming to HBO Max
-New on DVD: Have a wild time with DC's misfit anti-heroes in "The Suicide Squad"
-Celebrity: Why Ina Garten told Food Network to "lose my number"
-Food: The scientific reason why candy corn is so polarizing
-Shopping/Deals: "Buy it when you see it": Retailers dread holiday shortages
-History: How many of these former Worcester restaurants do you remember? (61 photos)
-Homes: Video tour of Worcester 3-decker for sale (:50)
-Good news (brought to you by Bertera Nissan): Officers in Iowa purchase new bike for boy who had his stolen
-Meanwhile, in Miami, violent brawl breaks out at a dog show
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Classifieds (Help Wanted)
-Opportunities at the Boys & Girls Club of Worcester
-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: Do we need to be concerned about the Delta Plus variant in Mass.?
-UMass Medical School researchers ramp up rapid home COVID-19 test studies
-Worcester School Committee approves vaccine verification for educators, but local union shares concerns
-Grafton schools remain behind the mask as some local districts apply to lift mandate
-ICYMI: Vaccine mandate for city employees goes into effect on Monday
-Expert guidance on picking your booster shot
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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