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In The News
-Latest weather: A bit of light rain this afternoon, high of 51 in Worcester
-At a Catholic school in Worcester, red flags
-Related: Statement from Bishop McManus
-Worcester's Goods for Guns program turning weapons into tools, feeding those in need
-5 Great Ways to Spend Your Weekend in Worcester
-5 things to do: WAM community day, ArtsWorcester exhibition and more
-Polar announces summer 2022 limited edition seltzer flavors
-3 Worcester men found guilty by federal jury of cocaine distribution
-Hundreds gather in Leominster to honor fallen Marine as he returns to hometown (1:47)
-ICYMI: City reaches agreement to buy historic Denholm building, demolition likely
-Daily travelers at Worcester Regional Airport up 76% since start of year
-Worcester School Committee to announce new superintendent by end of April
-Worcester police arrest man for trying to steal lawn mower from Polar Park
-Bars & Bands (brought to you by Wachusett Wine & Spirits): The Mayor’s Live Music List for Sunday
-Joyner Lucas's latest video: "Ye Not Crazy" (3:54)
-Channel 5's "Chronicle" replay: Collaborating to bring the history and culture of Worcester to the public
-Channel 5's "Chronicle" replay: As Worcester undergoes a building boom, what does it mean for longtime residents?
-Ray Mariano: Nine reasons why Joe Petty wants to stop being Worcester's mayor
-WCCA-TV's "Soapbox" No. 1270 (27:21): Jason Homer, executive director, Worcester Public Library
-Homes: The 5 latest Worcester homes to hit the market
-Tribute to a professional musician who performed locally for decades
-See the rest of the day's Worcester news
-The Burbs (brought to you by North End Motor Sales): Ember from nearby fire sets gazebo on fire in West Boylston
-Once small patrons, teens return to Holden library to help out
-Signs of spring, ice cream cheer seen at Swirls & Scoops opening day in Grafton
-Hop onto Grafton Common for the Spring Egg Hunt — you MUST pre-register
-Abandoned BMW in Grafton leads to multi-agency investigation
-Shrewsbury talks Community Preservation funds during forum
-Fitchburg man who helped daughter and grandson escape Ukraine returns home (1:00)
-East Brookfield eatery closing, owners plan to open a new one in Barre
-Sports: Patriots acquire receiver DeVante Parker in trade with Miami
-Ahead of home game today, Pirates add 2 to coaching staff
-Enter to win WooSox tickets, courtesy of North End Motor Sale
-Holy Cross 'Sader Stories (26:11): Celebrating Women's History Month
-Local therapist's tips on staying healthy through the golf season
-Bruins beat Columbus, 5-2
-Red Bulls beat Revolution, 1-0
-Railers drop another in Newfoundland, 4-0
-NEW: Cars: Come see David at Bertera Nissan. He will make you happy! (3:50)
-NEW: RVs at Clearance Prices at Fuller RV Rentals and Sales (1:07)
-National/International: Ukrainian town "littered" with civilians' bodies, mayor says
-Authorities warn of new drug that is significantly stronger than fentanyl
-Tragic: 12-year-old killed by younger brother who found gun
-New England: Mass. to-go cocktails approved through early 2023
-Naked intruder enters woman's home, gets into bed with her
-Business: Key inflation gauge rose 6.4% in February, highest jump since 1982
-Redemption Rock Brewing Co. increases distribution across state
-Colleges: Nichols names new dean of students
-TV/Streaming: How "SNL" handled the Will Smith fiasco
-Movies: Multiple studios halt Will Smith projects
-Celebrity: Grammy predictions: Who will win vs. who should win
-Who has won the most Grammys — and will that change tonight?
-Estelle Harris, "Seinfeld" and "Toy Story" actor, dies at 93
-History: Gates Lane School in Worcester in 1899
-Animals: Cat and his puppy are the cutest siblings (3:06)
-Good news (brought to you by Bertera Nissan): Grandson brings his grandparents' love song to life (2:20)
-Meanwhile, in Britain, stranded bull hoisted from backyard swimming pool
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Coronavirus (COVID-19)
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-ICYMI: Worcester seeing "slight uptick" in cases
In The News
>WEATHER: Mark Rosenthal's 7-day forecast (:34). High of 78 today in Worcester
>TOP OF THE NEWS
-1 dead as wrong-way driver collides head-on with vehicle on Route 146 in Millbury (:44). Article
-What Worcester's doing to stop flooding in Green Island, other areas
-Worcester releases mobility action plan annual report
-Today! Juneteenth jubilee: 29th annual festival returns to Institute Park
-Honoring Juneteenth in Worcester
-Celebrations across Mass. mark Juneteenth (1:39)
-This weekend! Greek Festival marks 50 years of food, faith and tradition
-Today! Stone Cow Brewery hosting Mass. Cheese Festival
-Woman's family's mission to protect other women a decade after her murder (1:42). Article
-18 new condos on Elm Street are for sale. Take a look inside
-Worcester Educational Development Foundation names new executive director
-Worcester LGBTQ+ leader honored at State House Pride Awards
-Worcester Guardian Week in Review: $1 billion budget, Greendale’s goodbye, Railers reveal, legacy businesses
>DINING OUT: Fathers's day plans? Check Dining Out
-ICYMI: Pregnant woman dies after crashing S.U.V. into Sturbridge hotel, shooting guest, D.A. says (3:45). Article
-Greendale's Pub owner raises a glass to the past before final closing
-Worcester License Commission fixes mistake with vote on later last call
-Nonprofit says supplies meant for trafficking survivors stolen in Worcester
-Worcester eyes future NCAA tournaments, but hotel rooms remain a hurdle
-Suicidal man subdued by TASER after charging officers with a knife
-See the rest of the day's Worcester news
>HOLDEN (brought to you by Lamoureux Ford):-Zack Berman takes over Wachusett boys' basketball team
-Lamoureux Ford wins record 29th Ford President's Award (4:16)
-Tribute to beloved Holden funeral director
>THE BURBS (brought to you by North End Motor Sales): Old Sturbridge Village commemorates Juneteenth
-State poised to approve battery storage plant despite town's objections
-Charlton condo residents seek answers on road maintenance responsibilities
-In Shrewsbury, North Quinsigamond Ave. project completed
-Jason Webster named principal of Spencer middle school
-Fitchburg woman arrested for spitting at, assaulting brother-in-law after he called her to take her sister to hospital
-Man arrested after police serving license to carry suspension find handgun with 17-round magazine in vehicle
>BARS & BANDS: The Mayor's Live Music List for Saturday
-Jazzed Up Trio at 6 to 9 Sunday at Pinecroft Dairy
>SHOWTIME: Things to Do: Asian Festival, Tracy Lawrence, Out to Lunch and more
-Clark conductor, choir revive the memory and power of Frederick Douglass
-100 FM The Pike (8:54): Film maker James Keach on Greg Allman documentary "Music Of My Soul"
>OPINION: WCCA-TV's Senior Speak No 935 (29:26): Senior Fall Prevention
-Radio Worcester's The Rundown (26:13): When should journalists move beyond reporting the facts?
>OBITUARIES: Tribute to local corrections officer
>SPORTS: U.S. clinches spot in World Cup knockout round with dominant 2-0 win over Australia
-Sam Kennedy addresses Red Sox "brutal" trade deadline reality
-Red Sox beat Mariners, 6-2
-Today! Bravehearts to host Italian Heritage Night with Celtics' star Brian Scalabrine
-Win WooSox tickets courtesy of North End Motor Sales
-WooSox fall to Lehigh Valley, 9-3
>NATIONAL: Iran declares the Strait of Hormuz closed again after U.S. lifts blockade
-Study finds Southern California faults at 1,000-year stress high
-Tragic: Teen tourist who was thrown to his death from Central Park horse carriage was desperately trying to save mom's life
>NEW ENGLAND: Man, 22, dies after being pulled from Mashpee pond
-Report: Nurse tumor cluster not caused by hospital (:40)
>COLLEGES: Clark joins Mass. Transfer Guarantee, expanding access to affordable education
-Administration says it's cutting student loan interest. Here's some context
>TRAVEL (brought to you by Fuller RV & Rental): How to prevent clogged ears on a flight
>BUSINESS: Westborough firm looks to expand access to new treatment for torn A.C.L.s
-With merger approved, C.E.O. outlines St. Mary’s Credit Union strategy
-Nostalgic '80s brand revives flip phone to beat tech addiction
>SHOPPING: Consumer Reports: How to pick the best air conditioner (2:01). Article
>HOMES: Ballot proposal would allow homes on smaller lots in Mass. (2:36)
>HEALTH: "Blind spot" leaving 10 million Americans undiagnosed with chronic disease
-Startling science: Taking an omega-3 supplement doesn't boost memory or cognition
>FOOD: Jersey Mike's crowned America's new favorite fast-food chain
>TV/STREAMING: New shows & movies to watch this weekend
>MOVIES: New movies on streaming: "Pressure," "Deep Water," and more
>CELEBRITY: "Elf" actor Faizon Love busted in Florida
-Lil Nas X reveals bipolar disorder diagnosis
>ANIMALS: Bear and cubs spotted "wrestling" in Los Angeles garden
>HISTORY: 50 years later, friends and family remember Mark Fidrych's magic season
>GOOD NEWS: Father, daughter pen book to inspire others to take life-saving action (3:20). Article
-Meanwhile, did Massachusetts legalize haggis? Governor clarifies "executive order" signed with Scotland fans
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