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In The News
>WEATHER: Watch Mark Rosenthal's 7-day forecast (:49). High of 41 today
>TOP OF THE NEWS
+6:00: Worcester holiday stroll, Kelley Square tree lighting scheduled for December 3rd
+6:00: 19-year-old driver charged in Leominster crash that killed 16-year-old (:26)
+6:00: Leicester tops the county with 2.3 inches of snow as cold settles into region
+Noon: Alan Evans and Joe Marcinek Band to bring jazz-funk to Electric Haze
+Noon: Radio Compass shines bright with "Stay High"
+Noon: NEW! The Faces of Worcester: Jonathan Pena
-Construction to begin on 7-story Canal District development (pictured)
-Franklin Street development reduces proposed apartments by 14%
-Justice Department investigating Worcester police over excessive force, discriminatory practice claims (2:31). Article
-Worcester officials welcome DOJ investigation into WPD (1:41). Article
-Worcester man accused of breaking into cars adds several gun charges: DA
-Worcester City Council hires Eric Batista as city manager
-UMass Medical School holds "stuff-a-cruiser" event ahead of Thanksgiving
-Worcester drought leaves reservoir levels well below 24-year average
-Why have multiple restaurants in Canal District closed? (1:40)
-33rd annual Firefighter of the Year Awards to be held in Worcester on Friday
-Worcester will mark day to remember people killed on roadways
-Social service program unveils new refrigerator van
-Worcester woman wins $1 million while buying Powerball ticket
-Unsolved: Worcester - Season 1, Episode 9: The Mysterious Murder of Nereida Melendez - Part 1. Audio (18:05). Video (15:43)
>FOOD: Turkeys are the freshest at Jordan’s Turkey Farm in Rutland (3:41)
>BARS & BANDS (brought to you by Wachusett Wine & Spirits): The Mayor’s Live Music List for Wednesday
>SHOWTIME: Central Massachusetts Jewish Theatre Co. presents "My Son The Waiter"
-Taylor Swift fans irate at Ticketmaster as huge tour pre-sale demand snarls site
-Bad Advice: Time for "artist" to get the recognition they deserve
-The Faces of Worcester: Michael Pope
>OBITUARIES: Tribute to local sports legend who was a Hall of Famer at St. Peter's and Holy Name
-ICYMI: Relationship with local police chief at heart of Boston TV reporter's sexual discrimination lawsuit against station
-Kevin James "first ever celebrity" to visit Livia’s Dish in Worcester
-Why are several Worcester businesses closing their doors?
-What's the plan for the Saint-Gobain property in Worcester?
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>THE BURBS (brought to you by North End Motor Sales): Holden police warn public after 4 cars stolen, "numerous" cars entered overnight
-Owner of spa in Sturbridge busted for prostitution operation: Police
-Westminster police chief terminated for sexual harassment, equal employment violations
-Developer may build mixed-use center in Lancaster after residents OK project
-Homeless man arrested for trying to charge his phone at Whitney Field Mall after hours
-Hardwick horse track application on hold amid seesaw battle
-A trip back in time at the Willard House & Clock Museum in Grafton (2:51)
>SPORTS: Holy Cross running game key to Crusaders' success
-Jake the Lion Jake will rappel 120 Front Street for Canines 4 Kids "Over The Edge" fundraiser on Saturday
-West Boylston football ready for physical game in state semifinals
-Grafton girls' soccer team falls in overtime in state semifinal
-Looking to work for that Thanksgiving feast? Find a Turkey Trot run near you
>COLLEGES: Assumption Sports Marketing students discuss big opportunity (5:35)
-Student loan forgiveness program blocked. What's next?
>CARS: NEW! Bertera has a wide variety of cars for your every need (3:08)
-RVs at Clearance Prices at Fuller RV Rentals and Sales (1:07)
>NATIONAL: World population hits 8 billion
-What are the best and worst days to fly for Thanksgiving and Christmas?
-Tragic: Good Samaritan dies of heart attack trying to help teen hit by car
>NEW ENGLAND: Mass. rolls out new wrong way vehicle detection system in Webster
-Defendant on trial for child sex assaults dies in garage fire
>HEALTH: Free COVID vaccinations on Wednesday: 11-7 at Worcester Public Library
-RSV hospitalization rate for seniors is 10 times higher than usual for this point in the season
>BUSINESS: Harvest Cup brings surprises, camaraderie to DCU Center
-5 reasons to promote diversity in your workforce
>SHOPPING: The best Black Friday furniture deals to shop now
>HOMES: Higher prices for home heating oil, gas create demand for firewood
>TV/STREAMING: Harrison Ford and Helen Mirren star in gritty first teaser for "1923"
>MOVIES: "Freaky Friday 2" rumors gain steam with Jamie Lee Curtis' comments
>CELEBRITY: See the list of Grammy Award nominees
>ANIMALS: Worcester area pet adoption
>GOOD NEWS (brought to you by Bertera Nissan): Hero German shepherd saves 6-year-old boy from another dog
-Meanwhile, in Wisconsin, deer breaks into home, gets trapped for 3 hours
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+Police Officers, Town of Leicester
-Hosts, Servers and Bartenders at Shrewsbury Street restaurant
-Manager, Worcester PopUp at The JMAC
-Harm Reduction Specialist at AIDS Project Worcester
-Major Gifts Officer and Case Manager at Abby's House
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In The News
>WEATHER: Mark Rosenthal's 7-day forecast (1:05). High of 20 today in Worcester
>TOP OF THE NEWS
-Suspects in fatal shooting on Dorchester Street in Worcester caught in Fitchburg
-Worcester reports fewer shootings in 2024, despite jump in homicides
-What nurses say must improve at Saint Vincent Hospital in Worcester
-5 townhouse units planned for Austin Street in Worcester
-Why so many Mass. breweries are closing (and what you can do about it)
-Worcester Community Housing Resources taps established executive as new leader
-Holiday travel rush continues (2:08). Article
-Worcester forum explores M.C.A.S. results and educational equity
-Worcester wants input on where to put new trash/recycling bins
-Radio Worcester (24:05): Worcester Police Union leaders respond to D.O.J. report
-Earlier: Boston Globe: Federal lawsuits lay out D.O.J. allegations against Worcester police
-Radio Worcester (17:50): Mayor Petty addresses City Council meeting amid heated debate
-Radio Worcester (19:13): City Manager Batista addresses D.O.J. report, legal strategy
>FAITH: Holy Cross professor — At Hanukkah, a celebration of eternal light − from desert tabernacle to synagogues today
>DINING OUT: Phantom Gourmet's Great 8 Unique Eateries (5:13)
-ICYMI: Midday snow delivers string of crashes in Central Mass.
-Woman struck by a car in crosswalk in Worcester
-At court hearing, 2 different pictures of fatal Worcester shooting
-Worcester D.P.W. chief Robert L. Moylan Jr. to end interim stint
-Worcester's Union Station listed among 6 of the Most Beautiful Amtrak Stations in America
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>HOLDEN (brought to you by Lamoureux Ford): Wachusett Echo — Fantastic freshmen on varsity sports teams
-Christmas Greetings from Everyone At Lamoureux Ford (:49)
-Mountview Middle School honor roll
>THE BURBS (brought to you by North End Motor Sales): Southbridge day care worker admits to abusing child (2:01)
-Barre ambulance and Verizon utility truck collide on Route 62
-Botched drug deal at Leominster group home ends with arrest of 2 women
-Rutland police to hold car seat check-up on Monday
-Auburn wants feedback on possible regionalization of 911 services
-Shrewsbury Select Board updates (:35)
-Grafton Middle School teachers honored for "Promising Practices"
>BARS & BANDS: The Mayor's Live Music List for Sunday
>SHOWTIME: Things to Do: Candlelight tours, wrestling and holiday choral music
-Spotify's Top 10 most-streamed holiday tracks of all time revealed
-At Holy Cross, "Sojourners" captures the immigrant experience in 1970s America
>OPINION: Tom Marino: 9 years of Public Safety Committee ignoring police discipline
-Laura McCarthy-Ha: Simplifying gift-giving in a big family
-Laurelle Farrell: Lessons in a hair style…bangs
-WCCA-TV's This Is Worcester No. 211 (28:23): Sports, Sports, Sports!
>OBITUARIES: Tribute to an "accomplished and admired singer/ songwriter/ musician" born in Worcester
>SPORTS: Patriots fans will love Josh Allen’s take on Drake Maye’s future
-Van Pelt doubles down on not calling Maye runs after criticism
-NFL Week 16 schedule, TV and announcers
-Celtics beat Bulls, 123-98
-Bruins beat Sabres, 3-1
-Rickey Henderson, Baseball Hall of Famer and league's all-time stolen bases leader, dies at 65
-Railers beat Maine, 5-1
>NATIONAL: 2 Navy pilots shot down over Red Sea in apparent "friendly fire" incident
-Grandparent caregiving declines amid pandemic changes
-Tragic: Grandmother, 80, dies after getting trapped in Sleep Number bed for 2 days: lawsuit
>NEW ENGLAND: State police say Friday's storm caused 200 crashes across state (:22)
-Hypothermic hiker rescued by helicopter in White Mountains (:27)
>COLLEGES: Assumption Professor Cinzia Pica named Visiting Scholar at Harvard
-Anna Maria AMCAST (50:10): Holiday Movies 2.0
-Clark professor gives lecture on what it means to be a feminist in wartime
>TRAVEL (brought to you by Fuller RV & Rental): Waldorf-Astoria insists hotel will reopen in spring
>BUSINESS: Central Mass. business by the numbers
-Financial planning for parents’ assisted living
>HOMES: Tips for moving
>SHOPPING: Cozy gifts your mom will love this holiday season (4:04)
-Holiday gift ideas from unique local businesses across Mass. (4:58)
>HEALTH: Expert explains possible risks, benefits of raw milk (2:49)
-Dr. Todd Ellerin on vaccines and their impact on children (3:40)
>FOOD: Taco Bell unveils new menu item
>TV/STREAMING: Trailer for new Netflix doc, "Jerry Springer: Fights, Camera, Action" (2:21)
>MOVIES: "Barbie 2" in early stages with Greta Gerwig returning to write
>CELEBRITY: James Kennedy arrested for domestic violence weeks after getting fired from "Vanderpump Rules"
>HISTORY: City Hospital, circa 1907
>ANIMALS: Dog becomes mama to a litter of tiny rescue kittens (1:42)
>GOOD NEWS: Man with a rare tumor was told he had months to live. Now, he's cancer-free
-Meanwhile, Mariah Carey fans get into a wild fight at Christmas concert: "On the naughty list"
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-Staff Associate, Urban Action Institute, Worcester State
-Controller, Worcester State
-Multiple positions, Holden DPW
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