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In The News
-Latest weather: Breezy and cooler, high of 52 today in Worcester
+6:00: Worcester State Rep. David LeBoeuf arrested on OUI charge, had blood alcohol level 4x legal limit, state police say
+6:00: Worcester to seek affordable housing proposals on 2 foreclosed properties
+6:00: 5 Things You Need to Know Today in Worcester - April 27th
+6:00: MBTA reducing trains along Worcester line beginning in May
+6:00: Worcester will mark Holocaust Remembrance Day with flag raising
+6:00: Dave Nordman, top editor at T&G, leaving for post at Northeastern
+6:00: Holden delays trash, sewer rate increase decisions
+6:00: Dudley-Gendron American Legion post in Sutton celebrates 75 years
+6:00: Last Call with Jo and Huck Truesdell, owners of TidePool Bookshop
+6:00: Listen Up: Carlos Odria's latest album brings listener on emotionally breathtaking journey
+6:00: Simple Plan, Sum 41 bring nostalgia for the past and energy for the future to Palladium
+6:00: Poetry Town: "Name Those Worcester Hills"
-Food truck showdown in Worcester County set for May
-Nurses say Saint Vincent Hospital is breaking strike deal
-Fundraiser aids 5-year-old Worcester girl gravely injured by SUV driver
-See how local high schools rank in new nationwide report
-Worcester police body cameras delayed as city councilors seek policy
-See Police Patches for Autism Awareness in Worcester County
-Radio Worcester (18:30): City Manager Augustus talks downtown development, building schools and drones
-BARS & BANDS (brought to you by Wachusett Wine & Spirits): The Mayor’s Live Music List for Wednesday
-Worcester school superintendent interview No. 2: Meet Malika Savoy-Brooks
-Worcester school superintendent interview No. 1: Meet Sonya Harrison
-World Tai Chi & Qigong Day Saturday at Elm Park
-More action sought as demand for affordable housing outpaces supply in Worcester
-Afghan refugee talks about fighting Taliban, arriving in Worcester
-Worcesteria: Bruce Springsteen tribute to launch "Turn It Down!"
-3 actresses share LGBTQ journey in WCLOC's production of poignant, dynamic "Fun Home"
-WCCA-TV's "What It's Worth" No. 430 (28:11): Erin and Karen Reid
-Bad Advice: Considering teaching as a career change
-Tribute to Dudley man who died in motorcycle crash
-Here is where the city will be street sweeping today
-ICYMI: 27-year-old Worcester man arrested for breaking in to Main Street restaurant
-After Greendale Mall closure forces shutdown, restaurant is coming back to Worcester
-Shrewsbury Street restaurant to sell ice cream, gelato this summer
-Leicester man sues Worcester and police officers, says evidence was fabricated and race was a factor in wrongful arrest
-See the rest of the day's Worcester news
-THE BURBS (brought to you by North End Motor Sales): New Wachusett area ambassadors excited to take part in Project 351
-Town thanks over 185 participants who helped clean up over 45 locations in Shrewsbury
-Shrewsbury middle school student wins Law Day essay contest
-Faith Church in Auburn to host electronics recycling event May 28th
-Grafton students named to BVT honors list
-Leicester police to hold home firearm safety class on May 9th
-Sterling book fair to benefit Autism Resource Central
-SPORTS: Bruins beat Florida, 3-2, clinch wild-card spot
-Blue Jays beat Red Sox, 6-5
-Bravehearts' Summer Baseball Camp returns in July
-Enter to win WooSox tickets, courtesy of North End Motor Sales
-Why did the Railers fall just short of a playoff berth?
-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)
-Tragic: 3 children die at North Carolina military base in a day
-NEW ENGLAND: Mass. family awarded $5 million for golf ball damage to home
-BUSINESS: CSX-Pan Am merger to open opportunities, expand railways in Worcester and beyond
-COLLEGES: WPI researchers develop technology to screen voice recordings for depression
-From Holy Cross, Defending Democracy in Ukraine: A Fishbowl Discussion (1:24:03)
-SHOPPING: Up to $2,000 back on select GE Profile™ packages from Sclamo's
-FOOD: Palm oil is in hundreds of products. Here's why it could cause a spike in your grocery prices
-HEALTH: Study examines whether low vitamin D could raise breast cancer risk
-TV/STREAMING: Teary Vanna White breaks down in "Wheel of Fortune" episode
-CELEBRITY: New police video shows Alec Baldwin in moments after "Rust" shooting
-HOMES: The 5 newest houses to hit the market in Worcester
-ANIMALS: Worcester area pets who need a home: Bella, Page, Tulsi & more
-HISTORY: Myrtle and Orange streets in Worcester in 1936
-GOOD NEWS (brought to you by Bertera Nissan): Quick-thinking officers save man from hanging himself, police say
-Meanwhile, in Florida, alligator found scratching at front door of home
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Classifieds
+Landscape Crew Members in Holden
-Beer Merchandisers at Atlas Distributing
-Soda Merchandiser at Atlas Distributing
-CDL Truck drivers at Atlas Distributing
-Order Pickers - 2nd Shift at Atlas Distributing
-CVR/Title Clerk at Bertera Nissan
-Full-time assistant mechanic in Boylston
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Coronavirus (COVID-19)
+6:00: Paxlovid, new pill to treat COVID, should be easier to get at pharmacies soon
-CDC estimates 60% of adults, 75% of kids have been infected
-Free vaccinations/boosters 11-7 Wednesday at Worcester Public Library
-ICYMI: Worcester wastewater readings spiking, 333 new cases last week in city
-Mass. reports 1 additional death over 3 days, 2,372 new cases
-How soon after exposure do COVID symptoms start?
In The News
>WEATHER: Mark Rosenthal's 7-day forecast (1:08). High of 68 today in Worcester
>TOP OF THE NEWS
+5:00: American Airlines restarts Philadelphia service to Worcester, replacing N.Y.C. nonstop
+5:00: Massport announces location of huge new solar field near Worcester Airport
+5:00: New Hampshire woman killed in crash on I-84 in Sturbridge
-Earlier: Serious crash on I-84 in Sturbridge brings Friday morning traffic to a halt
+5:00: The “210 Awards” for the Worcester Railers 2024-2025 season, part 1
+5:00: John Keough: 3 things I think about Tuesday night
+Noon: Investigation underway after fire destroys home in Millbury
+Noon: Worcester colleges slam ballot question that would sap their endowments
+Noon: It's Good Friday! Check Dining Out and Bars & Bands before making plans
+Noon: New movies on demand — "Captain America: Brave New World" and more
+Noon: Bad Religion, Pennywise set to headline Punk in the Park at Palladium
+Noon: Beyond Beer: Defunct Honey Bee Orchards new home for Ragged Hill Cider
+Noon: Keep the Faith: Considering the effects of Easter beyond Holy Week
-Worcester Public Schools Superintendent Rachel Monárrez to leave in June
-UMass Medical School lays off and furloughs 200 employees
-Earlier: Cuts will have irretrievable effects as UMass Medical School stands to lose $80 million, Gov. Healey says
-$100,000 lottery winner sold in Worcester
-Paul Revere lantern replica coming to Worcester City Hall
-State throws out License Commission's penalties against Worcester cigar bar
-Worcester reports 9 hate crimes in 2024, mostly nonviolent
-Mass. graduation requirements listening session in Worcester
-Blue Cross Blue Shield of Mass. will stop covering popular drugs for weight loss
>FAITH: Christians in Worcester practice their faith amid cultural, political divisions
>DINING OUT (brought to you by Patsie Dugan's): 2 locals make Phantom Gourmet's Great 8 Sushi restaurants (5:36)
-ICYMI: Federal cuts are about to cripple Central Mass. food pantries
-Where Worcester ranks among U.S. cities where a family making $100,000 can "still be broke"
-Pickleball push sparks discussion over Worcester court upgrades
-How Armenian-American Heritage Month was proclaimed
-Worcester getting a second Chick-fil-A
-See the rest of the day's Worcester news
>HOLDEN (brought to you by Lamoureux Ford): Wachusett Echo: “Disconnect to Reconnect”
-NEW: Lamoureux Ford offers huge discounts! (2:53)
-Holden slated to get fiber internet
>THE BURBS (brought to you by North End Motor Sales): Leominster woman arrested for stealing $38 in merchandise from Hannaford
-2 arrested after traffic stop leads to fentanyl trafficking bust in Shrewsbury
-TODAY! Shrewsbury Recreation Department Eggstravaganza
-David Prouty center court logo to be embedded in lobby floor
-Snow changes plans for Richards Library Book Sale
-Clinton election paper deadline is Friday
-Blackstone River tributaries in Sutton and Millbury graded
-Become a Salt Sleuth and clean up near the reservoir
-Bolton board will be a duo at least 'til fall
>BARS & BANDS: The Mayor's Live Music List for Friday
>SHOWTIME: Things to Do: Art at the Harold Stevens Gallery. hip-hop and more ...
-Call for vendors for 2025 Wednesdays on Water
>OPINION: Tracey Faraday: Finding the perfect balance in friendship & motherhood
-Unity Radio's Black in Business (52:47): Nataki Romeo, Cafe Romeo
>OBITUARIES: Tribute to career firefighter in Worcester
>SPORTS: Celtics enter playoffs embracing adversity, tougher path to repeating as NBA champs
-Bravehearts rolls out new menu for corporate outings
-Bravehearts introduce 2025 coaching staff
-Holy Cross football 2025 season ticket memberships on sale now
-WooSox throw combined no-hitter over 7 innings in doubleheader sweep
>CARS: Honda denies reported plan to shift production from Canada, Mexico to U.S.
>NATIONAL: 2 dead, 6 hospitalized after Florida State shooting; suspect in custody
-At least 4 tourists reported dead following devastating cable car crash in Italy
>TRAGIC: "Hero" deacon shot dead protecting others at church Easter egg hunt
>NEW ENGLAND: Militia memorializes 250th anniversary of Battle of Lexington (3:35)
-Assailant storms Mass. courthouse in gas mask, tactical gear and pepper sprays, assaults several victims: video
>COLLEGES: The WPI Podcast, Episode 6 (38:32): Global Projects Program at 50
-Holy Cross Policy and Politics Seminar hosts Minnesota Governor Tim Walz
>TRAVEL (brought to you by Fuller RV & Rental): 9 of the most densely populated cities on Earth
>BUSINESS: M.B.I. welcomes 7 biotech startups to incubator facility in Worcester
-LPL Financial Research: Decent chance stock market bottom is in but far from certain
-What to know about paying down credit cards with personal loan (1:55)
>HOMES: Central Mass. home sales drop slightly, as price climb in Worcester County continues
>SHOPPING: Shein, Temu price hike — What shoppers need to know amid tariffs
>HEALTH: Dr. Mallika Marshall answers questions about measles outbreak (2:21)
-Heated workouts and hot yoga are all the rage. But are they actually good for you?
>FOOD: McDonald's Gold Card — What it is and how to get one
>TV/STREAMING: How to watch "Law and Order: Organized Crime" Season 5 on Peacock
>MOVIES: Who could be next James Bond amid Amazon shakeups: experts
>CELEBRITY: "Sopranos" star Lorraine Bracco is looking for love
>ANIMALS: Yes, your cat is ignoring you on purpose (1:48)
>HISTORY: 6 jobs from the 1950s that barely exist today
>GOOD NEWS: High school senior accepted to 7 Ivy League colleges: "I'm still processing it"
-Meanwhile, in Missouri, 309 people don banana hats to break world record at museum
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Classifieds
>HELP WANTED
+Part-time bartender, Patsie Dugan's
+Summer helpers (5), Holden D.P.W.
-Experienced cook, Shrewsbury Street restaurant
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