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>Latest weather: Hottest day of the long weekend, high of 88 today in Worcester
>TOP OF THE NEWS
+6:00: Man caught on camera breaking into BirchTree Bread (pictured). Video: Part 1 (:22), Part 2 (:28)
+6:00: Staffing issues keep Indian Lake Beach closed to start season
+6:00: Riders rescued from stuck Skyfari Sky Ride at Southwick Zoo (1:05)
+6:00: New movies on demand: "Mothering Sunday," "Hot Seat," "Doula" and more
+6:00: 20 best Fourth of July indoor and outdoor furniture sales
+Noon: Check Dining Out and Bars & Bands before making plans for the long weekend!
+Noon: Worcester police ask public for help in firearm investigation
+Noon: 2 youths arrested on moped with loaded gun in Worcester
+Noon: New Worcester Superintendent Dr. Rachel Monárrez shares welcome message and entry plan (3:07)
+Noon: 5 Things You Need to Know Today in Worcester - July 1st
+Noon: Oxford's Geoffrey Esper preparing for return to Nathan's hot dog eating contest (1:21)
+Noon: Family-run "Bah-Bah-Q" relocates to Spencer
+Noon: No injuries in 2-car wreck in Holden
+Noon: Artist Spotlight: Jennifer Davis Carey
+Noon: WARL Adoption Option: Meet Joker!
-Arrest made in connection with fatal shooting of teen in Worcester
-Thursday: Teen wounded in shooting has died, police say
-2 arrested on gun charges after short pursuit, crash
-Worcester welcomes back annual Independence Day celebration
-City's public pool, spray parks and 4 beaches open Friday
-New Irish pub coming to Water Street in Worcester
-Annie Jenkins closes the menu on 35 years behind the grill
-Japanese-style doughnut shop to open in Worcester next month
-Worcester clinic on group's list of "fake women’s health centers"
-Here are the worst times to drive on Fourth of July weekend in Mass.
-Channel 5's "Wake-Up Call" from Worcester Unites (:39)
-Bill Shaner: Ol' Ed for the win yet again
>BARS & BANDS (brought to you by Wachusett Wine & Spirits): The Mayor’s Live Music List for Friday
>SHOWTIME: It will be a "Brighter Day" when Michael Franti comes to Indian Ranch
-First Person: What could go wrong in a four-hour boat tour?
>OBITUARIES: Tribute to Greek immigrant who moved to Worcester and raised 5 daughters
-ICYMI: Worcester police received over 400 fireworks complaints in 2021
-Woman arrested at Shrewsbury Hooters following altercations with waitress, cop
-Former City Manager Augustus named among 10 who diminish free speech
-Rosen's Roundtable No. 483 (27:56): Chickens and Phonies
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>THE BURBS (brought to you by North End Motor Sales): Feedback Earth hit with $9,520 penalty by MassDEP for odor issue
-2 ponds in Shrewsbury deemed unsafe because of high levels of E. Coli
-Shrewsbury selectmen sign agreement for 55+ project
-Wachusett special ed director needs to sign contract
-Rutland Fourth of July schedule
-Welcome, Eric Mathieu, Grafton’s first full-time fire chief!
-Leominster brush fire causes backups on Route 2 (:37)
-New Sterling town administrator working his way through to-do list
>SPORTS: Jim Montgomery expected to become Bruins next coach, reports say
-Bravehearts' bats come alive in 12-8 win. Next home game 6:30 Friday -- Design a Sign Night
-Enter to win WooSox tickets, courtesy of North End Motor Sales
-WooSox win matinee, 8-6
-Current and former Worcester hockey pros who won championships or awards in 2021-22
-Pirates QB Taz Wilson named IFL Co-Offensive Player of the Week
-Speakers hope to "Inspire by Example" at basketball conference
>CARS: Bertera has the car for you (4:08)
-RVs at Clearance Prices at Fuller RV Rentals and Sales (1:07)
>COLLEGES: Inaugural Loyal Lancers event draws close to 100 alumni, friends, faculty and staff
-QCC Summer Session 2 begins on July 11th
>BUSINESS: Viewpoint: Airport supports Worcester's growth
-Greatest Hits brings rock 'n' roll feel to Dudley store
-Slightly fewer Americans apply for jobless claims last week
>HOMES: U.S. housing market price correction to hit "coast to coast," economist warns
>SHOPPING: Amazon Prime Day devices deals
>FOOD: Taco Bell's newest food uses an oversized Cheez-It
>NATIONAL: Kentucky officer killed, several others shot responding to domestic incident at home
-Woman pushing a baby stroller shot dead in Manhattan’s Upper East Side, police say
>NEW ENGLAND: Plane crashes into Quinnipiac River; 2 people, dog rescued
-New Haven police release video of inmate getting neck broken in back of cop van
>HEALTH: Gene discovery may explain why more women get Alzheimer’s disease
>TV/STREAMING: New on Netflix in July (8:06)
>MOVIES: The movies coming to theaters in July
>CELEBRITY: Kelly Clarkson explains how divorce impacted releasing music
>ANIMALS: Puppies abandoned in a box get loving homes (3:10)
>HISTORY: Swedish M.E. Thomas St. Church in Worcester
>GOOD NEWS (brought to you by Bertera Nissan): 10-year-old twins save dad from drowning using CPR they saw in movies
-Meanwhile, Florida man carjacks victim who wouldn't buy him chicken nuggets at Wendy's
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>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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