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In The News
-Latest weather: Unseasonably cool and blustery, high of 49 today in Worcester
+6:00: Worcester man said he couldn't get medical care at ER due to cyber attack (2:07)
+6:00: 2 arrests lead to search warrant, 1,000 oxycodone pills
+6:00: Arrested Worcester state rep. apologizes, admits addiction and says he's committed to getting treatment
+6:00: Accuser: Diocese not planning to share results of inquiry into allegations against St. John food pantry director
+6:00: Five things to do: Dinosaurs, jazz, benefit for Ukraine and more ...
+6:00: Cinema-Worcester kicks off spring series with Ukraine benefit
+6:00: Here's who prevailed in Millbury's annual Town Election
+Noon: 5 Things You Need to Know Today in Worcester - April 28th
+Noon: Chipotle wants to add dessert to the menu
-Worcester State Rep. David LeBoeuf arrested on OUI charge, had blood alcohol level 4x legal limit, state police say (2:24). Article
-New video shows damaged car of state rep. charged with OUI (1:34)
-Worcester begins listening tour of neighborhoods to plan for the future (3:06). Article
-Worcester to seek affordable housing proposals on 2 foreclosed properties
-MBTA reducing trains along Worcester line beginning in May
-Worcester will mark Holocaust Remembrance Day with flag raising
-Worcester: The City That Reads aims for 1 million books
-Worcester man pleads guilty to buying Jeep with a bad check
-Radio Worcester (14:44): The Trash Disparity in Worcester with Sam Turken of GBH
-Small group of demonstrators picket outside Bishop McManus's office
-BARS & BANDS (brought to you by Wachusett Wine & Spirits): The Mayor’s Live Music List for Thursday
-Listen Up: Carlos Odria's latest album brings listener on emotionally breathtaking journey
-Simple Plan, Sum 41 bring nostalgia for the past and energy for the future to Palladium
-Last Call with Jo and Huck Truesdell, owners of TidePool Bookshop
-World Tai Chi & Qigong Day Saturday at Elm Park
-Poetry Town: "Name Those Worcester Hills"
-Radio Worcester's Worcester Wednesday with Mayor Petty (16:29): Body cams, drones and superintendent finalists
-Worcester school superintendent interview No. 2 (48:57): Dr. Malika Savoy-Brooks
-Worcester school superintendent interview No. 1 (58:12): Dr. Sonya Somerville-Harrison
-The best public high schools in Worcester had nearly 100% graduation rates, according to U.S. News & World Report
-Police drone, body cameras still contentious discussions at Worcester City Council
-Here is where the city will be street sweeping today
-Tribute to Worcester native who ran her own jewelry store for 30 years
-See the rest of the day's Worcester news
-THE BURBS (brought to you by North End Motor Sales): Crash at intersection in Holden leaves a car on its roof, no one hurt
-Holden delays trash, sewer rate increase decisions
-Paxton chooses Munroe as new administrator
-Braintree developer to develop Leicester land into industrial warehouse
-Does your teen need a summer job? Grafton Recreation is hiring!
-Dudley-Gendron American Legion post in Sutton celebrates 75 years
-Sterling officials turn down gift of landlocked parcel
-SPORTS: Red Sox beat Blue Jays, 7-1
-Bravehearts will make history with in-game rally jerseys
-Bravehearts' Summer Baseball Camp returns in July
-Enter to win WooSox tickets, courtesy of North End Motor Sales
-Worcester boxer Jamaine Ortiz set to put undefeated mark on the line in title fight on ESPN
-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)
-NEW ENGLAND: Athol man, son of famed American artist, charged in Jan. 6 Capitol riot
-Report: Some Mass. families spending nearly half their income on child care
-BUSINESS: Worcester expo aims to help Latin American business owners find footing post-pandemic
-Dave Nordman, top editor at T&G, leaving for post at Northeastern
-COLLEGES: Clark breaks ground today on the new Center for Media Arts, Computing and Design
-WPI names former GE engineer and DEI leader as new board chair
-FOOD: Higher food and energy prices could last "for years," World Bank warns
-HEALTH: Aspirin no longer recommended to prevent first heart attack or stroke for adults over 60
-MOVIES: Netflix summer movie release dates: "The Gray Man," "Persuasion," "Hustle" and more
-CELEBRITY: Olivia Wilde served custody papers by Jason Sudeikis during panel discussion at CinemaCon
-HOMES: Should you rent or buy? Ask yourself these questions
-ANIMALS: Grandma helps tiny kitten learn to run (8:23)
-HISTORY: Former American Antiquarian Society building on Highland Street in Worcester
-GOOD NEWS (brought to you by Bertera Nissan): Quick-thinking store manager saves 85-year-old customer from scam, police say
-Meanwhile, in Illinois, family finds preserved McDonald's food from over half a century ago in home's wall
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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: Moderna asks FDA to approve shots for children under 6
+6:00: Pfizer asks FDA to authorize third dose for children 5 to 11 years old
+Noon: Cases that return after antiviral treatment puzzle doctors
-UMass Memorial outpatient COVID treatment center in Worcester seeing its highest number of patients ever
-Paxlovid, new pill to treat COVID, should be easier to get at pharmacies soon
-Free testing and vaccinations/boosters 10-3 Thursday in Downtown Worcester
-ICYMI: CDC estimates 60% of adults, 75% of kids have been infected
-Mass. reports 2,807 new cases, positivity rate increases to 4.8%
-4 Worcester kids win $3,000 scholarships for receiving vaccine
In The News
>WEATHER: Mark Rosenthal's 7-day forecast (:52). High of 46 today in Worcester
>TOP OF THE NEWS
+1:00: City Council votes to study replacement of aging police headquarters
+1:00: All in fun for comedian Marlon Wayans in Worcester
+1:00: Actress and singer Lindsay Mendez set for Broadway in Worcester
+1:00: Last Call: Kalan Lewis, mentorship program director at Q.C.C.
-Woman in her 60s dies after Southbridge house fire (:19). Article
-Earlier: Southbridge fire leaves woman in critical condition (1:43). Article
-Armed & dangerous suspect wanted in Worcester bar shooting
-Amid shortage, Worcester permitted nearly 400 fewer housing units last year
-How a Worcester opt-out provision for developers is leading to more affordable housing
-Worcester manager to ask council for tax break for incoming homeless center
-How to be among the first to try new restaurant at former Flying Rhino spot on Shrewsbury Street
-From factories to families: Worcester State students unveil new vision for Worcester’s history
>DINING OUT: Vote now for the best fish and chips in Central Mass.
-ICYMI: Victim of fatal crash in Shrewsbury was member of U.S. Army, friends say
-Saint Vincent parent company wins lawsuit over poor hospital safety grades
-The Worcester farmers market is returning, and moving to a familiar location
-Worcester County Wonders: Worcester's oldest theater plans a rebirth
-See the rest of the day's Worcester news
>HOLDEN (brought to you by Lamoureux Ford): March Senior Center events
-Winter snow brings great values at Lamoureux Ford (2:00)
-This week's road closures and traffic delays
>THE BURBS (brought to you by North End Motor Sales): Perrone’s Barber Shop may be demolished to make way for new bank
-Man's rescue from under S.U.V. in Webster parking lot caught on bodycam (1:02)
-Grafton police clarify relationship with I.C.E., federal authorities in letter to community
-Cultural Night at Glenwood Elementary March 24th
-Finn Park celebrates 100 years
-Hopedale accepting nominations for volunteerism award
>BARS & BANDS: The Mayor's Live Music List for Wednesday
-Jazzed Up at The Uxlocale, 7 to 9 Friday
>SHOWTIME: Jamie Wax to have a staged reading of his new play in Worcester
-Phish returns to the top 10 on multiple Billboard charts with "New Year’s Eve 1993 / Live At Worcester Centrum"
-TODAY! Brown Bag Concert Series returns to Mechanics Hall
>OPINION: Dani Killay: Worcester Speaks No. 14 — Jess Curtin & Travis Duda
-Alex Corrales: Rising to challenges for Worcester's public housing
-Radio Worcester's The Rundown (26:22): Holden defies M.B.T.A. law, Worcester crime stats debate
>OBITUARIES: Tribute to woman who lost everything in Worcester tornado of 1953
>SPORTS: What Romeo Doubs brings to Patriots as No. 2 receiver for Drake Maye
-Celtics lose to San Antonio, 125-116 (1:57). Article
-Bruins beat Los Angeles, 2-1
-U.S. suffers embarrassing World Baseball Classic loss to Italy in massive upset
-Holy Cross women’s basketball cruises to victory over Colgate in Patriot League quarterfinal
-Holy Cross mourns the loss of Mark Gallagher
-Millbury's magical run comes to an end in the Division 4 state semifinals
>NATIONAL: 6 dead in Switzerland bus fire, police suspect arson
-U.S.-Iran tensions escalate over oil shipments in Strait of Hormuz
-Tragic: Mother mauled to death by 3 dogs while protecting son
>NEW ENGLAND: Mass., 25 other states continue fight against Ticketmaster
-New England residents wake up to frightening door-kicking prank made popular by viral challenge (1:47)
-Cohasset man charged after shooting family dog in head from window, police say
>COLLEGES: Charlie Baker to deliver Holy Cross commencement
>TRAVEL (brought to you by Fuller RV & Rental): 5 places known for unique weather patterns
-Southwest allegedly testing plan to clean less between flights
>BUSINESS: Ayer manufacturer finishes $55 million expansion, builds world’s largest tofu production line
-LPL Financial Research: Markets tested as Iran conflict continues
-Lawmakers still flooded with complaints about administration of unemployment benefits
>HOMES: The most popular houseplants for any skill level
>HEALTH: Fewer U.S. women dying during childbirth, C.D.C. report says
>FOOD: Creamy Tuscan garlic shrimp
>TV/STREAMING: Teaser for new HBO series "Lanterns" (2:21)
>MOVIES: Best Picture showdown between "One Battle After Another" and "Sinners" brings some legitimate heat to Oscars
>CELEBRITY: The Harvey Weinstein prison interview from Rikers: Hollywood Reporter exclusive
-Quentin Tarantino reacts to Rosanna Arquette for "Pulp Fiction" N-word slam
>ANIMALS: Cuddly baby squirrels visit their rescuer every day (3:18)
>HISTORY: Downtown Worcester during demolition for Worcester Galleria
>GOOD NEWS: Dad, 99, helps son, 80, finally crack free oysters promotion at restaurant
-Meanwhile, in the U.K., Finnish couple takes first in the annual wife carrying race
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