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In The News
-Latest weather: Warm-up begins, high of 60 today in Worcester
+6:00: 3 arrested in Park Ave. bar fight
+6:00: Radio Worcester (13:00): Worcester Police Chief Steve Sargent on their new investigative team's efforts to curb gun violence
+6:00: Worcester community raises $3,000 in hours to replace 5-year-old girl's stolen wheelchair (1:45)
+6:00: 13-year-old girl with Millbury ties is missing, Chelsea police ask for help
+6:00: Holden police arrest Worcester man for OUI
+6:00: Worcester Idea Lab gets 2 new tenants
+6:00: WooSox home opener set for Tuesday
+6:00: Obiamaka Igwenagu named Hilton Garden Inn Crusader of the Week
+6:00: Mass. man who went out to pick up pizza buys scratch ticket, wins second $1 million lottery prize
-2 juveniles arrested in Holden following night of break-ins at country club, church and more
-Worcester native declares for NBA Draft
-Brazilian immigrant opens sweet shop in Worcester
-Justice delayed, justice delivered for slain Clark grad
-5 Things You Need to Know Today in Worcester - April 11th
-ICYMI: New Starbucks on Grafton Street will feature drive-thru window, outdoor patio seating
-Film crews from "The Parenting" shoot scenes at Vendome apartment building in Worcester
-Worcester man faces up to 32 years in prison for bank fraud, aggravated identity theft
-On 10th anniversary, Working for Worcester gets shout-outs from a Red Sox pitcher, Emmy winner, NBA champion and more (4:50)
-Polar Beverages introduces exclusive seltzer at Polar Park this season
-Doughnut Homies celebrates win in Bravehearts' "Munchies Madness" competition
-HOMES: Local realty company introduces program to save homeowners thousands in commissions
-BARS & BANDS (brought to you by Wachusett Wine & Spirits): The Mayor’s Live Music List for Monday
-1970s Burncoat grads recall turbulent time of war and protests
-"Fixer" Nicole Valentine made personal choice on acting city manager job
-City Council Preview: City Manager Search Committee, Paratransit
-WCCA-TV's "Beacon Hill Chat" No. 339 (26:56): Stacey Luster
-Rosalie Tirella: Worcester, Palm Sunday
-Tribute to a Worcester man who was a member of the Nipmuc Nation
-See the rest of the day's Worcester news
-THE BURBS (brought to you by North End Motor Sales): Grafton’s three Catholic parishes will merge
-Shrewsbury notes new polling location for Precinct 2 voters
-Articles addressing climate change headed to Shrewsbury Town Meeting
-American Legion national commander, auxiliary president visit Sutton
-Northborough dental equipment provider acquires Colorado firm
-SPORTS: Celtics beat Memphis, 139-110
-Bruins lose to Capitals, 4-2
-Red Sox beat Yankees, 4-3
-Bravehearts commemorate 8th anniversary of Jake the Lion
-Pirates (3-0) win in Bismarck, 54-43. Recap (1:36)
-Enter to win WooSox tickets, courtesy of North End Motor Sale
-WooSox beat Jacksonville, 9-4
-5 Things You Need to Know About WooSox Home Opener tomorrow
-Railers lose to Adirondack, 6-4
-CARS: Come see David at Bertera Nissan. He will make you happy! (3:50)
-RVs at Clearance Prices at Fuller RV Rentals and Sales (1:07)
-NATIONAL/INTERNATIONAL: Ukraine digs in to fight Russia’s looming eastern offensive
-2 people are dead and 10 hospitalized after nightclub shooting in Cedar Rapids, Iowa
-Now's your last chance to get a third stimulus check
-NEW ENGLAND: Florida man arrested for lewd act on flight from Newark to Boston
-Man dies after being dragged by MBTA train
-BUSINESS: Clean energy jobs in Mass. still below pre-pandemic levels
-Mass. gives nearly $1 million to expand truck driver training program
-How do I negotiate the salary I want in a new job?
-COLLEGES: At Holy Cross, Rev. Hans Zollner, S.J. reflects on clergy abuse and safeguarding in the church
-HEALTH: New UMass Medical School study finds smoking rates increased in pandemic, looks at related stresses
-TV/STREAMING: "Frasier" reboot confirmed
-CELEBRITY: JoJo Siwa says she "wasn't invited" to 2022 Kids' Choice Awards
-HISTORY: Oread Institute, now Castle Park, in Worcester
-ANIMALS: Bald, sick puppy transforms into a fluff ball (3:38)
-GOOD NEWS (brought to you by Bertera Nissan): Blind drag racer shares lesson on perseverance (2:50)
-Meanwhile, in Alaska, photos of bizarre cloud formation spark theories
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-Multiple Warehouse Opportunities at Imperial Distributors
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Coronavirus (COVID-19)
+6:00: Free vaccinations and boosters 11-7 Wednesday at Worcester Public Library
+Noon: Radio Worcester (10:21): Worcester Medical Director Dr. Michael Hirsh on uptick
+Noon: Worcester County's cases up 18.2%; Mass. cases surge 16.6%
+Noon: With fewer cases and less demand, many testing sites are shutting down
-Dr. Fauci says it's now up to Americans to assess their own COVID risk
-BA.2 is the dominant variant in the U.S. Here's what's known about it
-ICYMI: Worcester schools will hand out over 25,000 at-home test kits before April vacation
-A powerful tool against COVID is finally getting the attention it deserves, experts say
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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