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>Latest weather: Rain continues, high in the mid 60s today in Worcester
>TOP OF THE NEWS
+6:00: Worcester post office supervisor pleads guilty to stealing packages
+6:00: Worcester reports sewage overflow into Blackstone River
+6:00: Bad Advice: How do I get out of apple picking with my family?
+6:00: Song to Get You Through the Week: Raff Theruler offers some swagger on "Cut the Check"
+6:00: Don Landgren: stART on the Street will return after hiatus
+6:00: McDonald’s is adding a new treat for fall
+Noon: Flood warning in effect through Tuesday afternoon in Worcester area
+Noon: 5 Things You Need to Know Today in Worcester - September 6th
+Noon: Worcester’s Regional Environmental Council to celebrate 50 years with farm party
+Noon: St. George’s Orthodox Cathedral event eyes packing 100,000 meals
-Restaurant chain is looking to expand to vacant Downtown Worcester space
-2 officers pull unconscious man from burning vehicle in Worcester
-WRTA, transit union ratify 3-year pact that includes raises, increased pension contributions
-Many longtime Worcester businesses closed this summer. What does that mean?
-Area youth learn skills, life lessons from former North star DeMarr Langford Sr. and friends
-Trash, recycling pick-up in Worcester delayed this week
-Here's who's on the Mass. primary ballots
-Primary Day in Worcester: Key races, how to vote
-Where to vote in Worcester for Tuesday's state primary
-Former President Trump endorses Geoff Diehl, GOP gubernatorial candidate
-GOP primary for governor could be referendum on Trump (1:44)
-The Faces of Worcester: Robyn Kennedy, Candidate, State Senate 1st Worcester District
-Looking for Worcester yellow trash bags? Here's a full list of retailers
-Enter to win a Mac Jones jersey, courtesy of North End Motor Sales
>BARS & BANDS (brought to you by Wachusett Wine & Spirits): The Mayor’s Live Music List for Tuesday
>SHOWTIME: Working For a Living — A Labor Day Playlist
-These are Spotify's most streamed songs of the summer
>OBITUARIES: Tribute to former Worcester priest who became a longtime teacher and guidance counselor
-ICYMI: Worcester police looking for missing 17-year-old
-New Worcester COVID cases down slightly, increased levels detected in wastewater
-With 7 structurally deficient bridges in city, groups push for passage of Question 1
-See the rest of the day's Worcester news
>THE BURBS (brought to you by North End Motor Sales): Garden in Charlton honors Trooper Thomas Clardy
-2 men arrested for stealing over $1,000 of merchandise from Home Depot in Leominster
-Gardner man arrested for trespassing after police see him enter Outback Laundry
-Leroux Meats and Deli closes up shop after nearly 55 years
>SPORTS: Red Sox lose to Rays, 4-3
-Holy Cross football team jumps to 15th in country
-Matthew Sluka named Hilton Garden Inn Crusader of the Week
-Enter to win WooSox tickets, courtesy of North End Motor Sales
-Emma Tiedemann keeps living dream with Triple-A broadcast debut at Polar Park
-Northbridge's Reilly family set for busy cross-country season of competing, coaching
>CARS: NEW! Bertera Nissan has the SUV you need this fall for back to school and sporting events (4:48)
-Ford recalling 198,000 SUVs over fire risk
-RVs at Clearance Prices at Fuller RV Rentals and Sales (1:07)
>NATIONAL/INTERNATIONAL: One of the suspects in mass stabbing that killed 10 in Canada has been found dead: police
-FEMA says it's too early to say when Jackson, Miss. residents will have clean running water
-Investigative journalist murdered in Las Vegas
-Tragic: 1-year-old dies after father intentionally leaves him in hot car, police say
>NEW ENGLAND: Flooding shuts down roads in Rhode Island (1:03)
-Here are the 20 safest cities and towns in Massachusetts
>FOOD: These 3 popular foods are "always better at a restaurant," new survey says
>BUSINESS: Central Mass. by the numbers
-Worcester Business Connect podcast No. 32 (25:24): Magic Lamp Consulting
>COLLEGES: Farm or conserve? Clark prof’s research helps decision-makers
-Anna Maria’s Mental Health First Aid positively impacts Clear Path’s veteran population
>HEALTH: Just 2 minutes of walking after eating can help blood sugar, study claims
-Doctor on promising developments in pediatric cancer fight
-Free COVID testing and vaccinations on Thursday: 10-3 in Downtown Worcester
>TV/STREAMING: New on Disney+ in September
>MOVIES: Fall streaming movie preview: "Blonde," "Knives Out 2" and 21 other can’t-miss movies
>CELEBRITY: Cameron Diaz celebrates 50th birthday
>HOMES: See the top 10 least expensive homes sold this week in Worcester County
>ANIMALS: Baby goat grows up believing she's a cat (3:01)
>HISTORY: The El
>GOOD NEWS (brought to you by Bertera Nissan): U.K. brothers to reunite after 77 years apart
-Meanwhile, Florida Man cops to drunken joyride on motorized Walmart shopping cart
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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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