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In The News
>Latest weather: Severe storms possible today
>TOP OF THE NEWS
+6:00: Maine man arrested on firearm, drug charges in Worcester
+6:00: Amber Rose Tortorelli eyes art, mental illness in ArtsWorcester exhibit
+6:00: 311 set for a "Beautiful Disaster" with Worcester show
+6:00: Worcester bar to join worldwide celebration of Zwanze
+6:00: Work of fleeting beauty created by Buddhist monks at Worcester State University
+Noon: WRTA buses will stay free into 2023
+Noon: 5 Things You Need to Know Today in Worcester - September 22nd
+Noon: Brewery kicks off Oktoberfest celebration in Worcester
+Noon: Salisbury Mansion's 250th anniversary celebration starts this weekend
+Noon: Six Things to Do: Kevin Nealon, Usman Hameedi, Kerri Anderson and more ...
+Noon: High school football gridbits: Undefeated squads Uxbridge, Oxford set for 50th meeting
-Developer pulls plug on $55 million, 312-apartment project in Worcester (pictured)
-All active Worcester construction projects receiving city tax breaks are falling short of diversity hiring goals
-National Grid customers could see 64% increase in electric bills
-Worcester restaurant brings back Burger-A-Day deal ... sort of
-Renovations at Pleasant Tower to end this year after 2019 facade crash
-Should Worcester allow homeless to camp? No easy answers, experts say
-Worcester County Sheriff's Dept. sets up operations centers in old bank
-WRTA may extend free bus policy into 2023
-Worcester seeks feedback on plan to protect and plant trees
-Worcester Technical High School saw "remarkable turnaround" new report says
-Worcester community remembers former city councilor Barbara Haller
-Earlier: Barbara Haller, former Worcester city councilor, dies following cancer diagnosis
-Rosen's Roundtable No. 487 (29:22): Donna Colorio
-Hank Stolz: Make Eric Batista the city manager now
-Saint John's to hold open house on Saturday
>ANIMALS: Dogs, cats and pets available for adoption at Worcester area shelters
>BARS & BANDS (brought to you by Wachusett Wine & Spirits): The Mayor’s Live Music List for Thursday
>SHOWTIME: TyShawn Dion set to tour with Joyner Lucas
-"The Bus Stops": A short story by Nick Duffy
-T.S.O.L to play Punk In Drublic at Palladium with NOFX, Descendents
-Karaoke benefit raises cash, awareness for Good Citizenship Project
-Historian Jon Meacham to receive Ken Burns award at Sturbridge Village
-Bad Advice: Crocs are perfect fashion statement for formal wedding
>OBITUARIES: Tribute to longtime Worcester banker who donated his time to multiple charities
-ICYMI: Former Patriot, NFL All-Pro coming to Worcester to perform as a rapper
-Emmy Award winner and Holy Cross alum Ann Dowd tours new Prior Performing Arts Center
-3 scratch tickets worth $6 million sold at local stores
-See the rest of the day's Worcester news
>THE BURBS (brought to you by North End Motor Sales): Polish National banquet hall in Grafton sold for redevelopment
-Accident closes Salem Cross Inn to diners, but weddings and events will go on
-Leominster woman has pregnant daughter arrested for scratching her nose during an argument
-Ripe for the picking at Westborough Farmers Market
-Self-storage chain acquires Gardner facility for $7.25 million
-Nipmuc football player tackles major challenge to excel on field
-LIV Golf event at The International in Bolton gets good review, and a fine
>SPORTS: Celtics coach Ime Udoka reportedly facing suspension for violating team rules
-Doherty's Nicollette Kiorpes to represent U.S. at FIFA Under-17 Women’s World Cup
-Saint John's football preparing for start of Catholic Conference play
-Bravehearts post hilarious video to clear their lost & found (1:17)
-Enter to win a Mac Jones jersey, courtesy of North End Motor Sales
-Holy Cross football looking to continue strong start to season as in-conference play starts
-Holy Cross Women's Hockey: First day recap (1:10)
-Cincinnati beats Red Sox, 5-1
-WooSox fall to Mets, 5-0
>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: The Fed just made a "jumbo" interest rate hike of 0.75%
-Sharp rise in demand for flights — and in fares — out of Moscow after Putin announces "partial mobilization"
-Tragic: Mom posts heartbreaking video of baby with cancer singing to her before she died
>BUSINESS: Most people would choose entirely remote work schedule: poll
-Data-driven analysis pays off for cannabis retailers and consumers
>SHOPPING/DEALS: The 10 best tablets to buy on Amazon in 2022
>NEW ENGLAND: Maine mill that was the scene of massive explosion 2 years ago to close for good
-Mass. Gaming Commission holding hearing on mobile sports betting
>COLLEGES: Tibetan Monks to construct sand mandala in special exhibition at Worcester State
-Worcester State hall of fame honors heart disease advocate Gaffney
>HEALTH: Night owls have higher risk of type 2 diabetes, heart disease, study says
-Should you get my Omicron booster and flu shot at the same time?
-Free COVID testing and vaccinations on Wednesday: 10-3 in Downtown Worcester
>FOOD: Don't cook chicken in NyQuil: FDA warns of latest idiotic social media challenge
>TV/STREAMING: Miles Teller, Brendan Gleeson, and Megan Thee Stallion to host opening episodes of "SNL"
>MOVIES: Trailer drops for final Jamie Lee Curtis "Halloween" movie (1:13)
>CELEBRITY: Kelly Clarkson reunites with "American Idol" judges at Walk of Fame event
>HOMES: Existing home sales drop for 7th straight month in August
>HISTORY: Shrewsbury Then & Now: An icehouse at Jordan Pond
>GOOD NEWS (brought to you by Bertera Nissan): How an adopted son honored his birth mom (2:56)
-How to see Jupiter when it gets closer to the Earth this Monday
-Meanwhile, in California, bear breaks into home, devours chocolate cake
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+Assistant Council on Aging Director, Town of Shrewsbury
-Multiple openings at White Eagle
-Multiple openings, Town of Holden
-All front of house positions at Canal District restaurant
-Operations Ice Technician & Supervisor at DCU Center and Worcester Common Oval
-3rd shift grill cooks at iconic Worcester diner
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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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