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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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+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: 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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