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In The News
>Latest weather: Sunny and less humid, high of 78 today in Worcester
>TOP OF THE NEWS
+6:00: Worcester police make arrest for loaded gun, open Hennessy bottle after traffic stop on Highland Street
+6:00: Worcester affordable housing coalition highlights "desperate need" in push for inclusionary zoning policy
+6:00: Spa in Worcester focuses on sports massage through partnerships with local pro teams
+6:00: 5 Things You Need to Know Today in Worcester - September 14th
+6:00: Beats and Barbecue returns to bring the groove to Worcester Common
+6:00: Listen Up: Matt York delivers heartbreaking "Gently Used"
+6:00: Last Call with Thomas Connell, Civil War re-enactor
+6:00: Bad Advice: The Sort of Late Show
-Permit for welding at new Doherty High was expired when fire started, city says
-Earlier: Construction worker injured in fire at Doherty High School (2:11)
-Movie to film in Downtown Worcester this week
-This Worcester bakery was one of the first places in Mass. to offer these increasingly popular donuts
-ACT NOW: Fly from Worcester to New York City on JetBlue for $39
-UMass Medical School to test Paxlovid in kids
-Sad, happy, uncertainty: mix of emotions for Worcester tailor and shoe repair shops
-Weekend traffic advisory for stArt on the Street festival on Sunday
-Worcester man charged in overdose death out on $20,000 bail after Superior Court arraignment
-Inside food pantries and the fight against hunger in Worcester County
-Enter to win a Mac Jones jersey, courtesy of North End Motor Sales
>ANIMALS: Worcester area pet adoption: Brody, Isa, Ana and more
>BARS & BANDS (brought to you by Wachusett Wine & Spirits): The Mayor’s Live Music List for Wednesday
>SHOWTIME: Adam Sandler tour to play Boston, Mohegan Sun
-Central Mass. Jazz Fest returns with trios, quintets and free concerts
-Table Hoppin': Greek Festival returns to St. Spyridon after 4-year hiatus
-Janice Harvey: Worcester Auditorium revitalization a welcome effort
-This Week's Roadwork in Worcester - Week of September 12th
-What's Up Worcester's The Sitdown (22:30): Linette of Real Meals
>POLITICS: Worcester groups to make push for wider "inclusionary zoning" policy
>OBITUARIES: Tribute to a registered nurse who was also a Little League President and liked to play blackjack at Foxwoods
-See the rest of the day's Worcester news
>THE BURBS (brought to you by North End Motor Sales): Holden protects 101.66 acres from development
-Scarecrows on the Shrewsbury Common returns September 17th
-Grandmother has granddaughter arrested for refusing to leave her house on 4th of July
-Grafton news website to close
-Get ready for the Grafton Harvest Fair and Apple Pie Social
-A $16.5 million lottery ticket was sold in Ware
-Over 200 rounds of ammunition in vehicle leads to arrest
-Moose on the loose in Sterling caught on video (:47)
>SPORTS: Yankees beat Red Sox, 7-6
-Evan Jones named Hilton Garden Inn Crusader of the Week
-Holy Cross Athletics' 'Sader Stories (24:26): Title IX reflection with Mary McNaughton-Collins
-Enter to win WooSox tickets, courtesy of North End Motor Sales
-WooSox lose to RailRiders, 5-4
-Dynamo past Revolution, 3-1
-Westborough girls' volleyball ready for another run at state title
>CARS: Bertera Nissan has the SUV you need this fall for back to school and sporting events (4:48)
-RVs at Clearance Prices at Fuller RV Rentals and Sales (1:07)
>NATIONAL/INTERNATIONAL: It's almost time to "fall back": When is Daylight Saving Time?
-50 million people lived in "modern slavery" last year — a 25% increase from last report
-Tragic: Kangaroo kills 77-year-old man in southwest Australia
>NEW ENGLAND: Northeastern staff member injured as package explodes on campus
-MBTA: 82% of Orange Line work complete as shutdown reaches final 5 days
>SHOPPING: Americans won't be going crazy with holiday gifting this year
>COLLEGES: Worcester State and Tatnuck Park create a win for students and seniors
-Clark prof: Politicians seek to control classroom discussions about slavery in the U.S.
>HEALTH: Weekly weight-loss shot a "game changer in obesity medicine"
-What to know about getting updated COVID booster, flu shot at the same time
-Free COVID vaccinations on Wednesday: 11-7 at Worcester Public Library
>BUSINESS: Dow down more than 1,250 points on dashed inflation hopes
-Driven by consumers, U.S. inflation spreads more widely through economy
-TikTok security flaw put hundreds of millions at hacking risk
>FOOD: Burger King has a plan to make you fall in love with the Whopper again
>TV/STREAMING: HBO and Apple dominate Emmys, while Netflix and Amazon fall behind
-Emmys 2022 hit record low with 25% drop in viewers from last year
>MOVIES: "Barbarian" crashes the gate with $10 million opening weekend
>HISTORY: Former State Mutual Building in Downtown Worcester
>HOMES: Homeowner wealth suffers as home prices fall, mortgage rates surge
>GOOD NEWS (brought to you by Bertera Nissan): Former janitor becomes California school’s new principal
-Meanwhile, in Georgia, crash covers highway in Bud Light
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+Operations Ice Technician & Supervisor at DCU Center and Worcester Common Oval
-3rd shift grill cooks at iconic Worcester diner
-Bartender at Canal District restaurant
-Kitchen staff at Worcester restaurant expanding hours
-Director of Public Health, City of Worcester
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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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