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In The News
-Latest weather: Windy, cloudy and mostly dry as temps reach 60 today in Worcester
+6:00: Worcester police seek suspects in catalytic converter thefts
+6:00: 2 19-year-old Worcester men arrested for illegal firearm
+6:00: Former Oxford High football star sentenced to 3½ to 4 years in state prison for child rape
+6:00: Man arrested in Whitinsville on several drug charges
+6:00: Skippy recalls over 161,000 pounds of peanut butter
+Noon: 5 things to do: WAM community day, ArtsWorcester exhibition and more
+Noon: The REST of Worcester! Our guide to the Weird, Wild and Wonderful of Worcester County
+Noon: GBH: Worcester was once a center for manufacturing pre-built diners
+Noon: First Person: Learning to love your "true self"
-Worcester police thank the public after missing girl found safe
-License Commission temporarily suspends strip club’s license after hearing details of Saturday’s fatal shooting
-Related: Deondre Matthews ID'd as man shot and killed at Worcester strip club
-Worcester gang unit arrests man for gun possession on Dorchester Street
-Webster man sentenced to 6 to 8 years in prison for 2020 Auburn Mall stabbing
-Gov. Baker stops in Worcester, reignites push for dangerousness bills
-Atlantis Oysters & Raw Bar opens in Worcester
-Worcester spared as JetBlue cuts or suspends 27 routes, including Boston to Key West, this summer
-WBJ panel: Worcester’s growing residential and commercial developments go hand-in-hand
-5 Things You Need to Know Today in Worcester - March 31st
-Bars & Bands (brought to you by Wachusett Wine & Spirits): The Mayor’s Live Music List for Thursday
-Museum exhibit examines power and symbolism of "Jewels of the Nile"
-Last Call with Kyle Mikolajczyk, vice president of WPI's Model Train Club
-Worcester's Anthony Molinari gets first lead role in "The Last Deal"
-Pops concert with Brian McKnight caps Tercentennial celebration
-Historical Museum, Redemption Rock team up on beers to honor Worcester
-Nicole, Worcester (Nicole Apostola): A tale of 3 city manager searches
-Bill Shaner: The Eric Batista anointing is off to a predictable start
-Radio Worcester's Worcester Wednesday with Mayor Petty (13:22): City manager position & new COVID memorial
-Rosen's Roundtable No. 471 (27:58): A Tribute to Ed Augustus
-Neighborhood love for Jean's Place in Worcester
-Tribute to a Worcester man who spent many of his retirement winters in Florida
-ICYMI: Developer proposes 6-story building with 251 apartments in Downtown Worcester
-WATCH: Manny 267 Foundation presents "Manny Tubes" to WPD
-Truck company offers $1,000 for info leading to arrest of criminals who broke into Southwest Cutoff facility
-See the rest of the day's Worcester news
-The Burbs (brought to you by North End Motor Sales): -Shrewsbury police to have extra patrols to look out for cell phone use while driving
-In Shrewsbury, regulator talks cannabis safety, local cannabis market in presentation
-The ballot will be crowded for May’s Grafton Town Election
-Millbury Women's Club sponsors 14th annual pansies fundraiser
-Sutton Historical Society announces programs for 2022
-Man charged after fire destroys Wind Tiki restaurant in Webster (1:53)
-Firefighters battle blaze in Shrewsbury home
-Arizona cannabis firm buys $3.5 million dispensary property in Uxbridge
-Over $100,000 in healthcare grants available in North Central Mass.
-Sports: Miami holds off Celtics, 106-98
-U.S. men's soccer team clinches spot in World Cup
-Bravehearts Create-A-Jersey Contest submissions due by Friday
-Time running out to have photo of yourself, family, and/or pets to be featured on a 90-foot mural at Bravehearts game
-Enter to win WooSox tickets, courtesy of North End Motor Sales
-Former Worcester hockey pros: Where are they now? 2021-22 Final edition
-NEW: Cars: Come see David at Bertera Nissan. He will make you happy! (3:50)
-Cars: March to Bertera Nissan for great values! (7:57)
-NEW: RVs at Clearance Prices at Fuller RV Rentals and Sales (1:07)
-National/International: Ukraine War's food crisis is now the worst since World War II, U.N. food chief says-
-Barrage of solar storms to strike Earth triggering auroras amid warnings of "tech chaos"
-Tragic: 12-year-old killed by younger brother who found gun, police say
-New England: Deadly Boston parking garage collapse: Here's what we know
-Doctor accused of taking "upskirting" photos on Newbury Street in Boston
-Business: NEADS and Walmart to remove fake service dog vests from stores
-Apple makes it "pointless" to steal iPhones with genius change
-Berkshire Bank partners with N.Y. firm for digital banking
-Saint Vincent Hospital celebrates their doctors on National Doctors Day
-Shopping: Five Below plans to open 1,000 new stores
-Health: Men’s use of diabetes drug just before conception is linked to a 40% increase in birth defects, study finds
-Food: Egg, chicken prices increase as bird flu spreads
-TV/Streaming: Trailer drops for final episodes of "Ozark" (2:11)
-Celebrity: Academy says Will Smith refused to leave Oscars, broke conduct code
-Chris Rock in Boston on Oscars incident: "I’m still processing what happened"
-Movies: Bruce Willis "stepping away" from acting because of ailment (:36). Related: What is aphasia?
-History: Easton's Corner (Pleasant and Main streets) in Worcester at night, 1916
-Homes: 5 open houses to scope in Worcester
-Animals: Parents set up hidden camera and catch cat cuddling dog (3:06)
-Good news (brought to you by Bertera Nissan): FedEx delivery driver saves child after crash
-Meanwhile, Dunkin's is launching a makeup collection with e.l.f Cosmetics
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Coronavirus (COVID-19)
-Free testing and vaccinations/boosters available 10-3 today in Downtown Worcester
-ICYMI: Worcester unveils COVID memorial at Elm Park (1:50). Article
-Mass. officials say 150,000 boosters available weekly to immunocompromised, residents over 50
-What does the FDA halt on a certain antibody treatments mean for patients?
-Is it a good idea to get a second booster shot?
-COVID deaths jump by 40%, but cases falling globally
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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