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In The News
-Latest weather: Dry and quiet, high of 53 today in Worcester
+5:00: Worcester’s Vessel Skatepark, a free indoor skatepark with mission from God, opening soon
+5:00: Traffic advisory Saturday in Worcester for Table Talk Pie 5k
+5:00: See Inside: Grand 1897 Mansion in Worcester for $650,000
+5:00: Superintendent finalist interview Dr. Rachel Monarrez with superintendent selected at end of meeting (1:39:55)
+5:00: Ray Mariano: Some advice for our new Worcester school superintendent
+5:00: Clark to inaugurate President Fithian on Saturday
+5:00: Leicester police make ghost gun arrest
+Noon: TGIF! Check Dining Out and Bars & Bands before making plans
+Noon: 5 Things You Need to Know Today in Worcester - April 29th
+Noon: Here's what led up to the sudden resignation of Auburn school chief Casey Handfield
+Noon: FREE ice cream and tie dye t-shirts for QCC students today on the quad at 1 p.m.
+Noon: Artist Spotlight: Joseph Sikes
-33 people displaced by fire in Worcester
-Worcester man said he couldn't get medical care at ER because of cyber attack (2:07). Article
-Tractor-trailer strikes Worcester bridge causing rush hour traffic back-ups
-2 arrests lead to search warrant, 1,000 oxycodone pills
-Arrested Worcester state rep. apologizes, admits addiction and says he's committed to getting treatment
-Earlier: New video shows damaged car of state rep. charged with OUI (1:34)
-School Committee picks Worcester's new superintendent
-After Worcester officer drowned last summer, police practice water skills (1:52). Article
-Accuser: Diocese not planning to share results of inquiry into allegations against St. John food pantry director
-One-third of Worcester students have no internet at home, report says
-Worcester restaurant thanks community on 6th anniversary
-BARS & BANDS (brought to you by Wachusett Wine & Spirits): The Mayor’s Live Music List for Friday
-Five things to do: Dinosaurs, jazz, benefit for Ukraine and more ...
-Cinema-Worcester kicks off spring series with Ukraine benefit
-Ethics trial involving DA Early: Retired Lt. Col. testifies that report revisions were OK
-The best public high schools in Worcester had nearly 100% graduation rates, according to U.S. News & World Report
-See the rest of the day's Worcester news
-THE BURBS (brought to you by North End Motor Sales): Here's who prevailed in Millbury's annual Town Election
-Friday is Police and Kids High Five Friday 2022 in Auburn
-National Drugs Take Back Day tomorrow in Leicester
-Wachusett Area Rotary participating in Ducky Wucky fundraiser
-SPORTS: Patriots trade down, select guard Cole Strange with 29th pick
-What Tom Brady told his family when he decided to un-retire
-Red Sox lose to Toronto, 1-0
-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
-WooSox lose to Buffalo, 5-4
-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)
-NEW ENGLAND: Massachusetts Senate approves sports betting
-BUSINESS: The U.S. economy unexpectedly shrank in the first quarter
-WBDC Podcast: Worcester's Life Sciences Leadership
-WBJ to host Manufacturing Awards event on May 10th
-COLLEGES: WPI research show how cooking oil could be used to paint your house
-Clark breaks ground on the Center for Media Arts, Computing, and Design
-FOOD: McDonald's hikes prices, customers switch to cheaper menu items
-HEALTH: Measles outbreak forecast as cases spike 79%
-TV/SREAMING: James Corden is leaving "The Late Late Show"
-MOVIES: Here are the movies you can expect to see in theaters in May
-CELEBRITY: Paula Abdul, Randy Jackson return to "American Idol"
-HOMES: Maine island, home for sale for $339,000 ... with a catch
-ANIMALS: UMass Medical School study shows a dog's behavior only slightly influenced by breed
-HISTORY: City Hall and reflecting pool on the Common
-GOOD NEWS (brought to you by Bertera Nissan): Yorkie stolen from grieving Boston family more than decade ago reunited with owners
-Meanwhile, in Boston, upset Dunkin customer tosses Coolatta machine, verbally assaults workers, police say
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-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)
-Free vaccinations/boosters 5-7 Friday at Rock of Salvation Pentecostal Church in Worcester
-ICYMI: UMass Memorial outpatient COVID treatment center in Worcester seeing its highest number of patients ever
-Mass. reports 3,341 new cases, positivity rate increases to 5%
-8,648 cases reported at Mass. schools from April 14th to 27th
-Moderna asks FDA to approve shots for children under 6
-Pfizer asks FDA to authorize third dose for children 5 to 11 years old
-Will vaccines for young kids make a difference?
-Cases that return after antiviral treatment puzzle doctors
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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