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Here's what's going on today in Worcester
-Tragedy in Florida
**NEW: 3 remain in critical condition day after Florida crash that killed Holy Cross rower
**Holy Cross rowing student Grace Rett killed day after her birthday in Florida van crash
**Dec. 21: Holy Cross student Grace Rett sets record by rowing for 62 straight hours
**Crash under investigation (1:51); Campus devastated Grace Rett (1:40)
**Neighbors shocked (1:32); Men's basketball game postponed until 2 p.m. Thursday
-Other News
+NEW: WSRS, WTAG hit by iHeartMedia layoffs, report says
+NEW: Since ‘At Least October,' City Knew About Additional Money Needed to Complete Polar Park
+NEW: Worcester dentist indicted for fraud, tax evasion
+NEW: Here's an Update on Saturday's Snowstorm in Worcester
+NEW: 5 Things You Need to Know Today in Worcester — Thursday, Jan. 16
+NEW: It's Thirsty Thursday! Here's Jay Berman's Live Music and Dancing Listings
+NEW: No one hurt in I-190 spinout in Sterling
+NEW: Payless ShoeSource plans to reopen some stores
+NEW: It’s OK To Eat Romaine Lettuce Again
-Wintry mix for some during morning commute
-See: Bobcat Slinks Through Backyard In Worcester
-Grand opening of Lincoln Plaza restaurant today; Sept. 14: New restaurant coming to Lincoln Plaza
-Worcester man wins $1M on $30 scratch ticket, plans to take son to Disney World
-Worcester Public Market in Canal District nearing completion with plans to open on Feb. 6
-Radio Worcester (13:42) -- Worcester Wednesday with Mayor Petty: Polar Park Project cost increase
-508, A show about Worcester (44:30) -- Scott Schaeffer-Duffy
-$3.5m needed to address air quality problem at Worcester school
-Athol man accused of killing Leominster woman ordered held without bail
-Rock & Roll Hall of Fame 2020 inductees announced
-Netflix Documentary On Aaron Hernandez Out Today
-Samsung smart TVs sale launches on Amazon for Super Bowl 54
-Today's Hero: WWII Veteran Asks For Valentine's Day Cards
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-3 to 6 inches of snows expected Saturday afternoon, early evening
-Buyer found for Mount Carmel church property in Worcester
-Plea in Auburn Mall scheme that ran up $40k in bogus charges on unwitting customers
-Woman hit by car, seriously injured on Chandler St. in Worcester
-Part owner of PawSox buys former Nissen site for $1M
-Stadium expert slams Worcester for Polar Park cost overruns
-Vice Squad Arrests Man with Crack Cocaine, Ammunition
-In Worcester, DEA seizes 'Tesla' fentanyl after bust
In The News
>WEATHER: Mark Rosenthal's 7-day forecast (:52). High of 46 today in Worcester
>TOP OF THE NEWS
+1:00: City Council votes to study replacement of aging police headquarters
+1:00: All in fun for comedian Marlon Wayans in Worcester
+1:00: Actress and singer Lindsay Mendez set for Broadway in Worcester
+1:00: Last Call: Kalan Lewis, mentorship program director at Q.C.C.
-Woman in her 60s dies after Southbridge house fire (:19). Article
-Earlier: Southbridge fire leaves woman in critical condition (1:43). Article
-Armed & dangerous suspect wanted in Worcester bar shooting
-Amid shortage, Worcester permitted nearly 400 fewer housing units last year
-How a Worcester opt-out provision for developers is leading to more affordable housing
-Worcester manager to ask council for tax break for incoming homeless center
-How to be among the first to try new restaurant at former Flying Rhino spot on Shrewsbury Street
-From factories to families: Worcester State students unveil new vision for Worcester’s history
>DINING OUT: Vote now for the best fish and chips in Central Mass.
-ICYMI: Victim of fatal crash in Shrewsbury was member of U.S. Army, friends say
-Saint Vincent parent company wins lawsuit over poor hospital safety grades
-The Worcester farmers market is returning, and moving to a familiar location
-Worcester County Wonders: Worcester's oldest theater plans a rebirth
-See the rest of the day's Worcester news
>HOLDEN (brought to you by Lamoureux Ford): March Senior Center events
-Winter snow brings great values at Lamoureux Ford (2:00)
-This week's road closures and traffic delays
>THE BURBS (brought to you by North End Motor Sales): Perrone’s Barber Shop may be demolished to make way for new bank
-Man's rescue from under S.U.V. in Webster parking lot caught on bodycam (1:02)
-Grafton police clarify relationship with I.C.E., federal authorities in letter to community
-Cultural Night at Glenwood Elementary March 24th
-Finn Park celebrates 100 years
-Hopedale accepting nominations for volunteerism award
>BARS & BANDS: The Mayor's Live Music List for Wednesday
-Jazzed Up at The Uxlocale, 7 to 9 Friday
>SHOWTIME: Jamie Wax to have a staged reading of his new play in Worcester
-Phish returns to the top 10 on multiple Billboard charts with "New Year’s Eve 1993 / Live At Worcester Centrum"
-TODAY! Brown Bag Concert Series returns to Mechanics Hall
>OPINION: Dani Killay: Worcester Speaks No. 14 — Jess Curtin & Travis Duda
-Alex Corrales: Rising to challenges for Worcester's public housing
-Radio Worcester's The Rundown (26:22): Holden defies M.B.T.A. law, Worcester crime stats debate
>OBITUARIES: Tribute to woman who lost everything in Worcester tornado of 1953
>SPORTS: What Romeo Doubs brings to Patriots as No. 2 receiver for Drake Maye
-Celtics lose to San Antonio, 125-116 (1:57). Article
-Bruins beat Los Angeles, 2-1
-U.S. suffers embarrassing World Baseball Classic loss to Italy in massive upset
-Holy Cross women’s basketball cruises to victory over Colgate in Patriot League quarterfinal
-Holy Cross mourns the loss of Mark Gallagher
-Millbury's magical run comes to an end in the Division 4 state semifinals
>NATIONAL: 6 dead in Switzerland bus fire, police suspect arson
-U.S.-Iran tensions escalate over oil shipments in Strait of Hormuz
-Tragic: Mother mauled to death by 3 dogs while protecting son
>NEW ENGLAND: Mass., 25 other states continue fight against Ticketmaster
-New England residents wake up to frightening door-kicking prank made popular by viral challenge (1:47)
-Cohasset man charged after shooting family dog in head from window, police say
>COLLEGES: Charlie Baker to deliver Holy Cross commencement
>TRAVEL (brought to you by Fuller RV & Rental): 5 places known for unique weather patterns
-Southwest allegedly testing plan to clean less between flights
>BUSINESS: Ayer manufacturer finishes $55 million expansion, builds world’s largest tofu production line
-LPL Financial Research: Markets tested as Iran conflict continues
-Lawmakers still flooded with complaints about administration of unemployment benefits
>HOMES: The most popular houseplants for any skill level
>HEALTH: Fewer U.S. women dying during childbirth, C.D.C. report says
>FOOD: Creamy Tuscan garlic shrimp
>TV/STREAMING: Teaser for new HBO series "Lanterns" (2:21)
>MOVIES: Best Picture showdown between "One Battle After Another" and "Sinners" brings some legitimate heat to Oscars
>CELEBRITY: The Harvey Weinstein prison interview from Rikers: Hollywood Reporter exclusive
-Quentin Tarantino reacts to Rosanna Arquette for "Pulp Fiction" N-word slam
>ANIMALS: Cuddly baby squirrels visit their rescuer every day (3:18)
>HISTORY: Downtown Worcester during demolition for Worcester Galleria
>GOOD NEWS: Dad, 99, helps son, 80, finally crack free oysters promotion at restaurant
-Meanwhile, in the U.K., Finnish couple takes first in the annual wife carrying race
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