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In The News
>Latest weather: Gusty again, high in the low 60s today in Worcester
+5:00: No electrical bid awarded yet at Worcester's Doherty High project; attorney general’s office makes ruling
+5:00: "Whole Kids 2022" event set to begin Recreation Worcester summer programming
+5:00: 5 Things You Need to Know Today in Worcester - May 10th
+5:00: Radio Worcester (17:27): Worcester City Manager Ed Augustus talks about the budget
+5:00: Anna Maria commencement at DCU Center
+5:00: Elvis impressionist Steve Connolly returns to Worcester with "Spirit of the King"
+5:00: Tom Brady to become lead NFL analyst at Fox when career ends
+5:00: Boston judge finds celebrity chef Mario Batali not guilty in sexual assault trial (1:08)
+5:00: Bad Advice: Is there a reason to start playing Wordle?
-Worcester man accused of sexually coercing teen at mall
-Police ID Worcester woman killed in Friday's Pike crash in Framingham
-Fallen officer’s son helps launch Worcester Police Department’s 425-mile tribute run to D.C. (2:12). Article
-Worcester City Council voted to fund K9, now money will go to police drone
-5 takeaways from state ethics hearing involving Worcester DA Joseph D. Early Jr.
-BirchTree Bread owners post open letter about sale
-Beer Giggles Open Mic tomorrow night on Shrewsbury Street
>ANIMALS: Bengal cat found outside Worcester home to undergo surgery at MSPCA-Angell this week
-WARL Adoption Option: Meet Brooklyn
>BARS & BANDS (brought to you by Wachusett Wine & Spirits): The Mayor’s Live Music List for Tuesday
-Artist Spotlight: Parker Milgram
-Rosen's Roundtable No. 475 (27:56): Denholm Building/Birch Tree/Piccadilly Plaza
-Worcester police budget to jump $2.4 million just 2 years after calls to divert police funds to community
-City Council Preview: Homelessness in Canal District, FY23 budget and more
-Rosalie Tirella: 2 City of Worcester issues …
-Here's where the city will be street sweeping today
-Worcester to hold kickoff event for Mental Health Awareness Month at 4 today
-Tribute to a Worcester man who owned a chain of laundromats
-ICYMI: New spa celebrates grand opening in Worcester
-Ziggy Bombs Subs to sell its popular steak and cheese sandwiches at Polar Park this week
-Faces of Worcester: Fran Jewers Langille
-See the rest of the day's Worcester news
>THE BURBS (brought to you by North End Motor Sales): Unofficial results of Holden town election
-DA’s office offers funds for Grafton High post-graduation
-Sutton to hold Memorial Day ceremonies
-Sutton Select Board: Unified needs better communications on project
-Ruth Wells Center for the Arts to hold May Day celebration on Saturday
-Baystate Jeepers clean up stretch of Route 12 in Sterling
-Leicester police log April 21st to 27th
-Cannabis duo sells former Hopedale chocolate store 8 months after purchase
>SPORTS: Celtics beat Milwaukee, 118-106, tie series at 2
-Bravehearts to celebrate Worcester’s 300th birthday with 3 home games
-Enter to win WooSox tickets, courtesy of North End Motor Sales
-WooSox Rewind: Worcester falls to .500 with 2-4 week in Toldedo
-Mass. Pirates win in San Diego, 51-30
-Worcester Hockey Alumni highlights, week 29
>CARS: Great Values of Certified Pre-Owned Vehicles at Bertera Nissan (3:44)
-RVs at Clearance Prices at Fuller RV Rentals and Sales (1:07)
>NATIONAL/INTERNATIONAL: Alabama corrections officer accused of escaping with inmate has died in hospital, sheriff says
>NEW ENGLAND: Video captures reported attempted kidnapping in Burlington (1:22)
>BUSINESS: Central Mass. business confidence rose in April, following statewide trends
-Worcester warehouse slated for cannabis cultivation sells for $2 million
>HEALTH: Alzheimer's vaccine nasal spray trial underway at Boston hospital
>FOOD: Mass. among dozens of states struggling with baby formula shortage
>COLLEGES: Bruins GM Don Sweeney addresses Nichols graduates, including son
-Lucchino touts bonds between Assumption and WooSox
>TV/STREAMING: Netflix releases "A Farewell to Ozark," contains spoilers (30:12)
>CELEBRITY: WWE Hall of Famer accused in DUI crash that killed 1
>MOVIES: Trailer drops for new "Father of the Bride" remake (2:32)
>HOMES: Top 10 most expensive home sales in Worcester County include $1.5 million Shrewsbury home
>HISTORY: Bridge over Lake Quinsigamond, early 1900s
>GOOD NEWS (brought to you by Bertera Nissan): Pastor to receive life-saving kidney donation from fellow pastor
-Meanwhile, in Missouri, 10 nurses, doctor at maternity unit are pregnant at same time
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Classifieds
-Bartenders, servers at Canal District restaurant
-Server at Worcester Restaurant
-VP Marketing & Communications, Worcester Regional Chamber of Commerce
-CVR/Title Clerk at Bertera Nissan
-Full-time assistant mechanic in Boylston
-Landscape Crew Members in Holden
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Coronavirus (COVID-19)
-Free vaccinations and testing in Downtown Worcester moves to Front Street
-Free vaccinations/boosters 11-7 Wednesday at Worcester Public Library
-Radio Worcester (9:07): Medical Director Dr. Michael Hirsh on COVID numbers & the CDC designation
-While Worcester cases seem to plateau, county is still high risk
-"No reason for panic," but health officials monitoring rising cases in Mass.
-Mass. reports 8,625 new cases over 3 days, positivity rate up to 6.77%
-As new Omicron subvariant spreads, here are the symptoms to watch for
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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