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In The News
>Latest weather: Increasing clouds later, high of 77 today in Worcester
>TOP OF THE NEWS
+6:00: Charlton police arrest Auburn man, Holden woman on drug, gun charges
+6:00: Health advisories for Shrewsbury ponds lifted
+6:00: Red Sox pitchers Nathan Eovaldi and Garrett Whitlock to play in Worcester this weekend
+6:00: Worcesteria: Local rockers set for benefit for WURN host wrestling with cancer
+6:00: Artist Spotlight: Bret M. Herholz
+6:00: Poetry Town: "Business Trip All America City, Worcester 2000"
+6:00: WARL Adoption Option: Meet Kaiser (above)
+Noon: TGIF! Check Dining Out and Bars & Bands before making plans
+Noon: Worcester police arrest 30-year-old Holden woman for car break-ins
+Noon: Giant coffee mug flower beds a community effort on Piedmont Street in Worcester
+Noon: Curbside compost collection now available in Worcester
+Noon: Woman dies after rollover crash on Route 2 despite bystanders' CPR efforts
+Noon: Uxbridge man to plead guilty to defrauding government of more than $490,000 with "no-show" hire, 31 trips to Florida
+Noon: 5 Things You Need to Know Today in Worcester - July 8th
+Noon: New movies and shows to watch this weekend
+Noon: New movies on VOD: "The Phantom of the Open," "18 1/2," "The Road to Galena" and more
-Worcester anti-abortion clinics vandalized, clinic director calls vandals "domestic extremists" (1:31)
-"I acted like an idiot": Sox pitcher Chris Sale apologizes for outburst at Polar Park
-Related: Red Sox exec Chaim Bloom reacts to Sale meltdown: "That’s who he is"
-Earlier: Sale has dugout meltdown after walking 5; ace smashes wall, kicks TV. Video (:16)
-19-year-old Worcester man arrested on gun charges
-Petty takes significant cash lead over Kennedy in Worcester state Senate race
-UMass Medical School leaders top list of highest-paid state employees
-Worcester's Indian Lake Beach to remain closed unless city can hire more lifeguards
-Help the Worcester Animal Rescue League at Stop & Shop
-Mass. lawmakers announce plan to send eligible taxpayers $250
-Rosen's Roundtable No. 484 (27:57): 311/Indigenous Plaque
-The Faces of Worcester: Yesenia Arroyo
>BARS & BANDS (brought to you by Wachusett Wine & Spirits): The Mayor’s Live Music List for Friday
-Rock Bar to become Irish pub Boland’s in Worcester’s Canal District
>SHOWTIME: Five Things to Do: Scotty McCreery, Kitchen Dwellers, Tyler Henry and more ....
-The Library of Disposable Art: There is a market for second-hand bed sheets
>OBITUARIES: Tribute to "a strong, tireless advocate for women’s rights and serving the needs of the underprivileged"
-ICYMI: A composting facility likely spread massive amounts of "forever chemicals" across a town in Central Mass.
-Many code violations preceded deadly blaze at Gage Street apartment building in Worcester
-Long-vacant building in Downtown Worcester transforms into 8 luxury apartments
-I-290 shooting in Worcester ends in 2 arrests, police say
-Reminder: Trash and recycling pickup in Worcester delayed a day because of holiday
-See the rest of the day's Worcester news
>THE BURBS (brought to you by North End Motor Sales): Industrial building proposed along Route 20 in Shrewsbury
-Shrewsbury company launches new glass dry-erase product
-Grafton plans India Day celebration on August 20th
-American Legion Post 42 meeting Tuesday in Holden
-Gardner baker finds success with gourmet cookies
-Irish technology disposal and recycling firm opens Northborough facility
-Leominster Best Buy property sells to retail developer for $7.9 million
>SPORTS: Yankees beat Red Sox, 6-5
-Bravehearts beat Brockton, 6-4. 'Hearts' next home game 1 p.m. Saturday
-Bravehearts' Bark in the Park next Wednesday
-Enter to win WooSox tickets, courtesy of North End Motor Sales
-WooSox fall to Rail Riders, 5-3
-Worcester's Kendrick Ball Jr. fights for title July 15th in Worcester
-Pirates sign former NFL linebacker
-Former Worcester hockey pros who are now NHL free agents, 2022 edition
>CARS: Bertera has the car for you (4:08)
-RVs at Clearance Prices at Fuller RV Rentals and Sales (1:07)
>BUSINESS: Country Bank grows Worcester presence with Tatnuck branch
-Brewers still barred from farmers markets — Push to change law continues
>COLLEGES: Holy Cross receives 7 Fulbright fellowships this year, its most since 2017
-Clark grad plays key role in curbing nuclear proliferation
>SHOPPING: Get a free 30-day Amazon Prime membership to shop Prime Day
>HEALTH: UMass Medical School's Dr. David Harlan hopes to find cure for Type 1 Diabetes
-Free COVID testing and vaccinations 12-5 Saturday at Worcester Public Library
>NATIONAL: Ex-leader Shinzo Abe fatally shot in shock Japan attack
-Father of alleged Highland Park killer washes hands of guilt
>NEW ENGLAND: Red tide hits Mass. coast, leading to shellfishing ban, shortage of local clams
-Reward grows for information in case of N.H. couple killed during walk
>FOOD: Ice cream maker linked to listeria outbreak refuses to recall
-TV/STREAMING: 11 best new movies on Netflix
>MOVIES: Disney month-long production planned for Mass. town on hold
>CELEBRITY: James Caan, star of "Godfather," "Elf," and "Misery," dies at 82
>ANIMALS: Guy helps his rescue dog lose half her body weight (3:05)
>HISTORY: YMCA building at Lake Quinsigamond, 1909
>HOMES: 5 new houses for sale in Worcester
>GOOD NEWS (brought to you by Bertera Nissan): Keanu Reeves’ airport encounter with a young fan will warm your heart
-Can you find the chick in this bunny illusion in under 30 seconds?
-Meanwhile, in Delaware, "vintage" Burger King found untouched behind a wall
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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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