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>Latest weather: Risk of strong to severe thunderstorms Friday, high of 86 today in Worcester
>TOP OF THE NEWS
+6:00: Worcester man arrested after attempted bank robbery
+6:00: Worcester man arrested after threatening 3 with a gun
+6:00: Worcester County Jail celebrates 10 years, 250,000 lbs. of donated produce from inmate-run farm
+6:00: The Faces of Worcester: Margie Breault
+Noon: Worcester DA warns of animal tranquilizer mixed with drugs (1:31)
+Noon: 5 Things You Need to Know Today in Worcester - August 25th
+Noon: People injured in 2-car crash in Holden
+Noon: Water service interruption Thursday night in Shrewsbury
+Noon: Nothing Bundt Cakes celebrates 25 years with free cake
+Noon: Clark grad and Nashville singer-songwriter Olivia Frances finds her way through the "Labyrinth"
-$2 million scratch ticket ($2,000,000 50x Cashword) sold in Worcester
-Attorney for 267 Mill Street tenants says property managers are jeopardizing tenants’ right to counterclaims
-Downtown Worcester eatery partners with BirchTree Bread, Bean Counter to revamp food menu
-Worcester among top 20 "smiliest" cities in the country, according to facial recognition scan
-Worcester recycling won't accept "unacceptable materials," plastic bags starting October 1st
-Boston Globe: Behind flag controversy at Worcester school, a debate about Catholic identity
-Worcester Public Schools to seek input on South High mascot following controversy
-Earlier: Nicole Apostola: When, and why, did South High become the Colonels?
-Enter to win a Mac Jones jersey, courtesy of North End Motor Sales
-Worcester Senate race: Robyn Kennedy on gender, policy and coffee
-Hometown rapper Joyner Lucas to host get-out-the-vote rally Sunday
-City Council committee to discuss Indian Lake jet ski ban
-Traffic advisory for Sunday's Caribbean American Carnival in Worcester
-Swans, ducks make home at University Park pond
-Lost cow has been wandering Northbridge for a month, police say
>BARS & BANDS (brought to you by Wachusett Wine & Spirits): The Mayor’s Live Music List for Thursday
>SHOWTIME: Five Things to Do: Weight Band, "One Night of Queen" and more ....
-Listen Up: Walter Crockett serves up heartbreak and hope on "Children So Long"
-Last Call: Jack McClintock, author and psychologist
-Bad Advice: Nosy neighbors becoming a nuisance
-Jazzed Up duo appearing Saturday, Sunday
>OBITUARIES: Tribute to a longtime supporter of Catholic education and Adopt-a-Student leader
-ICYMI: Leaking water main at Worcester condo complex finally fixed, a month later
-ACT NOW: Fly from Worcester to NYC, Fort Lauderdale this fall for $49 with JetBlue
-Worcester police locate missing teenager (:28)
-Doughty Campanale campaign announces plan to revitalize tourism, brought you by The Doughty Committee
-See the rest of the day's Worcester news
>THE BURBS (brought to you by North End Motor Sales): Portion of Route 20 in Auburn closed after dump truck rollover and spillage
-Atlanta police officer, an Algonquin grad, will not be charged in 2020 shooting
-Man accused of setting fire to Wind Tiki restaurant in Webster pleads not guilty
-Dean Park Playground closed starting August 29th
-Shrewsbury police warns of uptick in 2 popular scams
-1 person airlifted to hospital after crashing into Lancaster Street bridge
>SPORTS: Pass-rushers put the pressure on & the offense finds rhythm in Pats practice
-Holy Cross star Jacob Dobbs has been named to the Senior Bowl watch list
-Bravehearts most social summer yet
-Enter to win WooSox tickets, courtesy of North End Motor Sales
-Worcester beats Mets, 6-4
-Northern Ireland field hockey club from Ulster enjoys Worcester State as tour's home base
>CARS: Bertera Nissan has it all (5:05)
-RVs at Clearance Prices at Fuller RV Rentals and Sales (1:07)
>NATIONAL/INTERNATIONAL: Europe is experiencing its worst drought in at least 500 years
-Uvalde school board fires police chief after mass shooting
-Jury awards Vanessa Bryant $16 million in lawsuit over Kobe Bryant crash scene photos
-Tragic: Dad of 3 dies from cancer after hospital lost test results
>NEW ENGLAND: 80-year-old killed in SUV vs. moped crash in Falmouth
-Hiker dies after slipping off edge of N.H. waterfall
>BUSINESS: "Avail" app's task-based programming helps people with disabilities become more independent
-California manufacturer buys IPG telecom product line
-Register now for Summit Agency golf tourney September 25th
>FOOD: Recall issued for butter brand sold at Wegmans due to listeria concerns
>COLLEGES: Worcester college students cheer new debt forgiveness plan
-Clark to welcome largest first-year class ever
>HEALTH: Brain stimulation improves short-term memory in older adults for a month, study finds
-Is your at-home COVID test expired?
-Free COVID vaccinations on Thursday: 10-3 in Downtown Worcester
>TV/STREAMING: "Law & Order" brings 3 show casts together for first time in historic premiere event
>MOVIES: MoviePass is coming back. Its timing couldn’t be worse
>CELEBRITY: Sylvester Stallone's wife, Jennifer Flavin, files for divorce
>SHOPPING: Peloton to sell exercise bikes, accessories on Amazon
>HOMES: U.S. rents hit a record high for the 17th month in a row
>ANIMALS: Dogs' eyes well up with tears of joy when reuniting with their owners, new study says
>GOOD NEWS (brought to you by Bertera Nissan): Patriots superfan receives special surprise and team support in her battle against cancer
-Meanwhile, in Washington, one of world’s largest moths discovered for first time in U.S.
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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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