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In The News
-Latest weather: Scattered showers give way to dry, sunny and warm day, high of 68 in Worcester
+Noon: Multiple people shot and at least 13 hospitalized at Brooklyn subway station, FDNY says
+Noon: Brooklyn subway dhooting video & photos [GRAPHIC]
+Noon: Channel 4 (2:53): Worcester Red Sox ready for second home opener
+Noon: Radio Worcester (31:22): Worcester Red Sox Opening Day 2022 with City Manager Ed Augustus & team President Dr. Charles Steinberg
+Noon: What to eat at Polar Park in 2022
+Noon: Bravehearts have a little fun on Opening Day
+Noon: SEE THE LIST: What Worcester municipal employees make
+Noon: 5 Things You Need to Know Today in Worcester - April 12th
+Noon: West Boylston police make arrest in armed robbery at Shell station
+Noon: Easter candy sold at Big Y stores recalled over salmonella concern
-The stars shine in Worcester as big-name cast films at Union Station
-3 arrested in Park Ave. bar fight
-Radio Worcester (13:00): Worcester Police Chief Steve Sargent on their new investigative team's efforts to curb gun violence
-Worcester community raises $3,000 in hours to replace 5-year-old girl's stolen wheelchair (1:45)
-13-year-old girl with Millbury ties is missing, Chelsea police ask for help
-Behind the scenes at the EcoTarium American Zoological Association accreditation
-Worcester Idea Lab gets 2 new tenants
-5 Things You Need to Know about WooSox home opener today
-Heading to Polar Park? Reserve a parking space now at the new Green Island Blvd. garage
-Enter to win WooSox tickets, courtesy of North End Motor Sales
-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 Tuesday
-City Council preview April 12: Topics: Zoning, resident permit parking, hiring a permanent city manager and a large decorative boulder
-City Council to take aim at addressing rats, rodents, rubbish and other nuisances
-Retiring Superintendent Maureen Binienda reflects on 46-year career. What's next? A run for office?
-Worcester Family Partnership’s Family Resource Information Night is 6-7 tonight
-Don Landgren: Holy Cross renames science building in honor of Dr. Fauci
-Here's where the city will be street sweeping today
-ICYMI: Brazilian immigrant opens sweet shop in Worcester
-Justice delayed, justice delivered for slain Clark grad
-See the rest of the day's Worcester news
-THE BURBS (brought to you by North End Motor Sales): Holden police arrest Worcester man for OUI
-2 juveniles arrested in Holden following night of break-ins at country club, church and more
-Boston developer buys 27 acres of commercial land in Sutton
-Webster apartment complex sells for $2.7 million
-Town election update for Millbury and Sutton
-Shrewsbury to hold community meeting on proposed marijuana business on Route 20
-DA: Pedestrian struck, killed by pickup truck outside Leominster Walmart
-Lt. Governor Karyn Polito recognizes Auburn insurance agency
-SPORTS: Detroit beats Red Sox, 3-1
-Worcester Bravehearts announce finalists for fan jersey contest
-Worcester native declares for NBA Draft
-Obiamaka Igwenagu named Hilton Garden Inn Crusader of the Week
-Worcester homecoming for Navy baseball player Ricky Rushton
-Worcester Hockey Alumni highlights, week 25
-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: Mariupol's mayor says more than 10,000 civilians have died in the Russian siege
-Tragic: Coroner finds bodies of his parents, son at robbery scene
-NEW ENGLAND: Man celebrating his birthday killed in wrong-way double-fatal crash in region
-Mass. man who went out to pick up pizza buys scratch ticket, wins second $1 million lottery prize
-BUSINESS: Bill would help those entering Mass. cannabis market
-Lemon cola Polar seltzer available only at Polar Park
-COLLEGES: Diminishing government aid and rising tuition costs are making higher ed inaccessible, report shows
-HEALTH: Can cancer blood tests live up to promise of saving lives?
-FOOD: Easter, Passover will be "a lot more expensive" than in years past
-TV/STREAMING: Denholm Building in Worcester gets cameo in Julia Child series on HBO Max
-CELEBRITY: Carrie Underwood, Jason Aldean win big at CMT Music Awards
-CMT Music Awards: Complete list of winners
-HISTORY: College of the Holy Cross in 1880
-ANIMALS: Nervous pup instantly falls in love with kitten (3:56)
-GOOD NEWS (brought to you by Bertera Nissan): Local family grateful to bus monitor for helping young son in scary situation
-Meanwhile, in Upton, turkey flies through window of home (:50)
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-Full-time line cooks at Worcester Restaurant
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-Part-time Baristas in Worcester
-Order Pickers 2nd shift in Auburn
-Parking Attendant (Hiring Bonus!!) in Worcester
-Multiple Warehouse Opportunities at Imperial Distributors
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Coronavirus (COVID-19)
-Free vaccinations and boosters 11-7 Wednesday at Worcester Public Library
-Radio Worcester (10:21): Worcester Medical Director Dr. Michael Hirsh on uptick
-Worcester County's cases up 18.2%; Mass. cases surge 16.6%
-Wastewater data, cases continue to rise in Mass.
-ICYMI: Dr. Fauci says it's now up to Americans to assess their own COVID risk
-Mass. reports 4,000 new cases over 3 days, 7-day positivity rate at 3%
-With fewer cases and less demand, many testing sites are shutting down
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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