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In The News
-Latest forecast: High in the mid-50s today in Worcester, heavy rain and powerful winds coming tonight
+6:00: Arrested made after stabbing on Chandler Street in Worcester (above)
+6:00: What nearly $200 million in donations the last 4 months means for UMass Medical School
+6:00: Four things to do: ArtsWorcester college show, orchids and more
+Noon: Record high temperature of 58 degrees set in Worcester at 10:47 a.m.
+Noon: Rats!!! Poisoning rodents has long-term impact on Worcester wildlife
+Noon: 5 Things You Need To Know Today In Worcester - February 17th
+Noon: Car fire in Holden spreads to garage
-Worcester police seek missing 17-year-old
-Yesterday: Worcester police seek information on missing 14-year-old girl
-Convicted drunk driver sentenced to 2 1/2 years for crash that severed Worcester man's legs
-Millbury fire captain sentenced to jail on multiple charges of indecent assault on a child
-39-year-old Worcester man arrested for stolen vehicle
-Staffing shortage causing delays in Worcester trash pick-up
-City Councilors seek answers about huge Lake Quinsigamond sewage spill
-Worcester firefighters file federal lawsuit against companies making turnout gear
-Worcester schools offer alternative to students violating drug policy
-The last day of school in Worcester this year is now June 17th
-Lincoln Plaza Planet Fitness opens
-The Mayor’s Live Music List for Thursday
-Wachusett Wine & Spirits' Whiskey Wednesday podcast (50:01): Bowman Bros and Elijah Craig
-Police civilian review board in Worcester revived after order on racism
-Blockopoly game brings Worcester streets to life
-Worcesteria: Spirit of radio lives on in community, internet stations
-First Person: Homelessness issue on display at the library
-Contemporary artists explore identity in Worcester Art Museum's "Us Them We"
-Worcester Cultural Development Officer to leave in June
-Tribute to the woman who opened the first Vietnamese Market in Worcester
-ICYMI: Frontier, Spirit airlines discuss adding Worcester flights
-Trial date set in the case of murder at O'Connor's Restaurant
-Worcester club wants your help commemorating 85th anniversary
-Worcester tavern says a final good-bye
-See the rest of the day's Worcester news
-The Burbs (brought to you by North End Motor Sales): Officer injured in hit-and-run during arrest attempt in Fitchburg (:36)
-Related: Boylston officer expected to make full recovery
-Southbridge man faces up to 40 years in prison for cocaine possession
-300-unit apartment complex with affordable housing proposed for Snow Road in Grafton
-Sutton mother-daughter team offers yoga, mindfulness classes for children
-Paxton administrator search progresses; national group honors Malone
-Sports: Bravehearts' mural will salute fans, local businesses ... and you can be on it
-Worcester's Jamaine Ortiz takes on Nahir "Woo" Albright in main boxing event for NABF lightweight belt
-Josh McDaniels thanks Patriots organization and fans
-Enter to win a Patriots hoodie, courtesy of North End Motor Sales
-Celtics lose to Detroit, 112-111
-Cars: Great Savings All Month Long at Bertera Nissan! (6:05)
-Take a look at new 2022 Four Winds RV now in at Fuller RV in Boylston
-National: Florida man accused of killing brother 5 days after being released from prison
-Business: Tech company moves HQ to Worcester from Marlborough
-Retail sales surge 3.8% in January as threat of Omicron eases
-Chamber's Business After Hours tonight at Electric Haze
-Colleges: Clark professor prepares for summer field study of decreasing Arctic sea ice
-Holy Cross Board of Trustees chooses first female board chair
-TV/Streaming: Sam Waterston promises a "Law & Order" fan favorite will return
-Celebrity:Bob Saget’s family working to block release of medical records
-Food: Some Girl Scout cookie varieties are in short supply in Central and Western Mass.
-Health: Tossing and turning could predispose some to Alzheimer’s, study claims
-Shopping: Up to up to $2,000 rebate when buying select appliance combos at Sclamo's
-History: Brewer Building at Front and former Carlton streets in Worcester, 1897
-Homes: 2 open houses in Worcester worth a look
-Animals: Worcester area pets waiting to be adopted
-Good news (brought to you by Bertera Nissan): Market Basket worker buys groceries for customer in need
-Meanwhile, in Mississippi, inmate captured after running out of gas during escape, officials say
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Coronavirus (COVID-19)
+6:00: An estimated 73% of Americans are now immune to the Omicron. Is that enough?
-City of Worcester mask mandate will end Friday
-Worcester School Committee member says district should drop mask mandate on February 28th
-Free testing and vaccincations/boosters, 10-3 today in Downtown Worcester
-UMass Medical School researcher explains convalescent plasma’s potential as treatment
-ICYMI: Diocese of Worcester ready for potential removal of mask mandate
-Mass. officials report 1,653 new cases, 46 additional deaths with 2.9 percent positivity rate
-Has Mass. closed the racial gap for vaccinations?
-More rules fall as CDC hints at better times ahead
-Major companies, events lift mask mandates as Omicron wanes
-Pace of Americans getting boosters at all-time low, analysis finds
-More than 50 million households have received free government tests
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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