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In The News
>WEATHER: NEW! Watch Mark Rosenthal's updated 7-day forecast (:29); high of 68 today
>TOP OF THE NEWS
-Man killed in construction-vehicle accident on King Street in Leicester
-Worcester police arrest woman causing disturbance at courthouse
-Over 900,000 gallons of sewage flowed into Blackstone River in Worcester
-Car split in half in donut shop crash in Worcester (1:30)
-Stephanie Fernandes sentenced to 8 to 10 years in fatal stabbing of Andrew Wagner
-Worcester man sentenced to over 3 years in prison for drugs
-Emotional video of Worcester boy getting his first pair of glasses goes viral (1:58)
-Helfand's Deli opening October 27th on Highland Street
-Author wanted in Russia shares his story in Worcester
-From Worcester to Catskills, 4 spots to capture peak foliage week
-Casita Cultura Latina nonprofit partnering with Main South businesses
-Shaw's owner merging with Kroger: Here's how it could impact local customers
>HOMES: Inside a mid-century modern home in Worcester on sale for $1.1 million
>BARS & BANDS (brought to you by Wachusett Wine & Spirits): The Mayor’s Live Music List for Saturday
>SHOWTIME: Five Things to Do: Coco, Perpetual Groove, Erin Harpe and more
-Artist Spotlight: Internationally acclaimed artist, Xiang Li
-The Voice’s Cara Brindisi performing at Worcester Railers, Off the Rails
-Seax forced to cancel Ralph’s Rock Diner show because of COVID
-Radio Worcester (13:52): The Cowsills' new album "Rhythm of the World" with Paul Cowsill
-The Faces of Worcester: Giselle Rivera-Flores
-ICYMI: Worcester police ask public for help identifying man in theft investigation
-Jury selection starts for trial of man accused of killing nurse in 2013 in Rutland
-Worcester keeps water restrictions as reservoirs dwindle; state downgrades region
-WPI student helps NASA redirect asteroid (1:26)
-Reminder: Trash and recycling in Worcester will be delayed a day this week
-See the rest of the day's Worcester news
>THE BURBS (brought to you by North End Motor Sales): Auburn swears in newest officer
-Auburn to hold public safety citizen's academy
-Grafton Flea Market mainstays "Smitty and Fran" still offering bargains after 50 years
-Rom's Takeout is closing 13 years after original restaurant went dark
-Barefoot skier from Southbridge wins 3 gold medals at world competition in Texas at 66
-State Gaming Commission to weigh in on controversial proposed horse racetrack in Hardwick
>SPORTS: Doherty's Nicollette Kiorpes scores as United States draws at FIFA U17 Women’s World Cup
-Enter to win a Mac Jones jersey, courtesy of North End Motor Sales
-Holy Cross' Jalen Coker, one of the best WRs in FCS right now
-Grafton beats Shrewsbury in football, 13-12
-Raptors beat Celtics, 137-134
-2021 Boston Marathon women’s winner disqualified
>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)
>NEW ENGLAND: Mass. reports 7,865 new COVID cases this week
-Boys ages 3, 4 locked in dark closet, beaten with "teacher's stick" at Methuen day care, lawsuit alleges
>BUSINESS: British transplant now in Fitchburg aims to make cask ales mainstream
-For some banks, doing business with the billion-dollar marijuana industry is well worth the risk
>SHOPPING: Shop HSN best-sellers: 12 items you can buy online now
>COLLEGES: Curtain wall going up on UMass Medical School's new education and research building
-Clark prof co-authors report providing road map for the science of nature-based climate solutions
>HEALTH: COVID treatment Paxlovid can interact with common heart medications, doctors warn
-Free COVID testing and vaccinations on Saturday: Noon-5 at Worcester Public Library
>FOOD: Falafel sold at Aldi recalled after E. coli hospitalizes 5
>HISTORY: Diners made by Worcester Lunch Car Co. are still serving customers, far from New England
>TV/STREAMING: New movies and shows to watch this weekend
>MOVIES: New movies on VOD: "Old Man," "Spirit Halloween: The Movie," "Clerks III" and more
>CELEBRITY: Robbie Coltrane, Scottish actor and Hagrid of "Harry Potter" fame, dies at 72
>ANIMALS: Mom "Didn't Want The Cat" (:59)
>GOOD NEWS (brought to you by Bertera Nissan): Couple married 75 years reveal shocking secret to their union
-Meanwhile, in Missouri, video shows wild brawl raging inside Walmart
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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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