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In The News
>WEATHER: Watch Mark Rosenthal's 7-day forecast. High of 64 today
>TOP OF THE NEWS
-Noon: Worcester man arrested for sleeping on Peter Pan bus
-Noon: Milford firefighter injured in fire overnight
-Noon: Candidates for governor discuss community development at Polar Park Forum
-Noon: Going out in Worcester for Halloween? Here are the tips and tricks for Trick or Treating.
-Worcester PD asking for further help to find Aniyah Moore, missing 14 year old girl
-Off. Manny Familia forever remembered, along many other fallen officers, on memorial
-$2 Million in grants awarded for redevelopment at Saint Gobain; 10 buildings to be demolished
-$1 million grant received for upgrade at University Park in Worcester
-Worcester nonprofit celebrates Día de los Muertos
-Here are the 5 cheapest places to get gas this weekend in Worcester
-5 Great Ways to Spend Your Weekend in Worcester
-Powerball jackpot rises to at least $1 billion for Monday's drawing. Winning numbers for Saturday
-Worcester's most famous tax protester gets her corner back: Photos
-In Worcester senate race, Kennedy's run shaped by life in politics
-WCCA-TV: Mayor Petty talks with Leah Bradley from Central Mass Housing Alliance (Mayor's Forum, 28:02)
-Bill Shaner: At least we know who the bad guys are
-This Is Worcester No. 154 (27:53): Community Preservation Act
>BARS & BANDS (brought to you by Wachusett Wine & Spirits): The Mayor’s Live Music List for Sunday
-Old Line American Single Malt (40:18)
>SHOWTIME: GWAR devastates in glorious Worcester show
-Five Things to Do: Day of the Dead, disco at ArtsWorcester and more
-Northborough's Zach Newbould reflects on John Legend's best advice after not advancing on "The Voice"
-Don Landgren: Once upon a ballot ...
-Keep the Faith: Loving our neighbors as ourselves
-NEW! The Faces of Worcester: Charles Safford
>OBITUARIES: Tribute to the father of one of the Worcester 6
-ICYMI: Worcester investigating candidate's ballot drop box tampering claim
-Worcester woman starts spice business to make healthy, allergen-free meals
-Worcester health center CEO survives firing attempt
-Saint Vincent nurses take stand against hospital’s decision to eliminate IV Therapy Team
-See the rest of the day's Worcester news
>THE BURBS (brought to you by North End Motor Sales): Shrewsbury cancer survivor participates in Pink Patch Project
-Kate Donaghue, Jonathan Hostage seek new 19th Worcester District seat
-Holden Police Department accredited by Mass. Police Accreditation Commission
-West Boylston police log October 27th through 23rd
-Pushback on Clinton Select Board’s encouragement for taping meetings may violate law
-Sterling arts & crafts show set for November 19th
-Grafton Public Library events
-"I deserve what I'm getting": Athol man gets 6-12 years for fatal 2019 crash
>SPORTS: No. 5 Holy Cross secures wild walkoff victory over No. 15 Fordham
-Related: Highlights (3:06)
-Related: Postgame press conference (8:33)
-Worcester boxer Jamaine Ortiz loses close decision to Vasiliy Lomachenko at Madison Square Garden
-10 things to watch in today's Patriots-Jets game
-Enter to win a Mac Jones jersey, courtesy of North End Motor Sales
-Bravehearts bringing back Worcester Sports Management Summit
-Astros roll past Phillies to even World Series at game apiece
-Railers beat Adirondack, 4-2
-Friday Night Football Frenzy, Part 1, Part 2, Part 3
>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: More than 100 festivalgoers crushed to death by crowd surge at Seoul Halloween event
-6 people shot during funeral service for a homicide victim in Pittsburgh
-Tragic: Woman shot dead by ex-husband while talking to 911 operator
>NEW ENGLAND: Starting Nov 1, recycling rules change in Massachusetts
-Poll: Mass. voters favor income surtax, preserving license law
>FOOD: Bay Staters are getting an exclusive try at upcoming Friendly’s menu items
>SHOPPING: Clorox recalls Pine-Sol cleaners due to infection-causing bacteria
>BUSINESS: Central Mass. business by the numbers
>COLLEGES: Holy Cross prof a go-to expert for many media outlets covering war in Ukraine
-Retired UMass Medical School prof on on need for patent reform to lower prescription costs
>HEALTH: Updates and information regarding the newest strains of COVID
-Look to exercise to extend life, even for the oldest, study say
>TV/STREAMING: New movies and shows to watch
>MOVIES: "Black Adam" is leading Halloween weekend at the box office
>CELEBRITY: Adele is looking to get "college graduate" added to her glittering resume
>HOMES: Home prices could fall 20% by next year as mortgage rates hammer market: economist
>ANIMALS: State warns of black bears invading chicken coops
>GOOD NEWS (brought to you by Bertera Nissan): Passerby saves 4 people from house fire
-Meanwhile, in Florida, teen wrangled 28 snakes as winner of annual python challenge
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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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