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Here's what's happening in and around Worcester today:
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?
See the rest of the day's Worcester news
>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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Classifieds
+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 (:37). High of 52 today in Worcester
>TOP OF THE NEWS
+5:00: Worcester public health director Tamara Lundi departs after a year on job
+5:00: Hot, dog! George's Coney Island regular has been coming for 70 years
+5:00: A look at the Worcester Railers 2026-2027 schedule
+Noon: Worcester has picked its next medical director; she starts Monday
+Noon: It's Friday! Check Dining Out and Bars & Bands before making plans
+Noon: A resurgent Worcester restaurant blew me away with a rare pasta dish
+Noon: 100 FM The Pike (12:04): Market on Exchange starts a new season in a new spot
-Prominent Canal District developer plans housing, restaurant following $2.9 million purchase
-Worcester firefighter hit by car remembered as "hero at home"
-Millbury police arrest man in "flim flam" scam
-Fresh plans proposed for abandoned Grafton restaurant
-At WPI, a degree 5 decades in the making
-The end of an era for Pecorino Cheese Shop, set to close July 31st
-Worcester's climate plan makes progress but faces hurdles
-Foundation gives $350,000 to Worcester Boys & Girls Club
-T&G This Week: The return of the sack, and our future in Worcester
-Radio Worcester (10:27): A familiar face returns to the DCU Center
-18 new condos on Elm Street are for sale. Take a look inside
>DINING OUT: Standard Italian in the Fenway (5:08)
-ICYMI: Worcester pastor accused of fraud shuns testimony in bankruptcy case
-Worcester fox attack leads to rabies treatment, public health questions
-Holden man recalls time in quarantine unit now used for hantavirus
-READ: Worcester-area complaints to F.C.C. about Super Bowl halftime show
-Popular true crime podcast examines 2017 Worcester murder
-See the rest of the day's Worcester news
>HOLDEN (brought to you by Lamoureux Ford): Newly elected officials sworn in
-Lamoureux Ford wins record 29th Ford President's Award (4:16)
-Town warns that door‑to‑door solar sales aren't affiliated with Light Department
-$35 million sewer settlement will not offset $5.5 million override, officials say
>THE BURBS (brought to you by North End Motor Sales): Man arrested for O.U.I. after allegedly striking Wendy’s sign in Clinton
-Southbridge political divisions surface during Monday council meeting
-At Oakmont High, students focus on journalism, future of news
-Oakham man among 4 arrested at Vermont I.C.E. protest
-Webster man sentenced for meth distribution
-Charlton prepares for annual town meeting on May 18th
>BARS & BANDS: The Mayor's Live Music List for Friday
>SHOWTIME: Things to Do: Christine Ohlman, Speak Easy Story Night and more
-Victor D. Infante (7:29): Your weekly WoMag rundown
-Highlights and history mark Denholm Building exhibit
-Music Worcester announces 2026-2027 season across Worcester venues
-Poetry Town: "Empty Chairs" by Ronald C. McGilvray
>OPINION: First Person: Joe Fusco Jr. brings jokes to Mass as saints listen in
-Shaun Connolly: It's time to bring back hitchhiking
-WCCA-TV's Activate Worcester No. 340 (29:24): Talking sports with Ron's Grandson, Part 2
-Radio Worcester's The Rundown (26:08): Viral McDonald’s video, city budget hearings and public safety concerns
-Radio Worcester Roundtable (48:12): Worcester’s future, from Union Station to housing
>OBITUARIES: Tribute to Worcester area priest and professor
>SPORTS: Patriots release schedule, big matchups on slate, including Super Bowl rematch
-Red Sox lose to Phillies, 3-1
-Win WooSox tickets courtesy of North End Motor Sales
-WooSox lose to Buffalo, 4-3
-Worcester native helped build sports museum into New England institution
>NATIONAL: Carnival Cruise passenger dies after leaping overboard in Caribbean
-U.S. ranked No. 33 in health in new global rankings — who beat us and why
-Tragic: College senior dies while kayaking days before graduation
>NEW ENGLAND: New ramp opens connecting Mass. Pike to I-495
-Woman killed, 3 hurt when boat slams into pier near Logan Airport runway
-G.O.P.-endorsed lieutenant governor candidate didn't collect enough signatures for the ballot
>COLLEGES: Clark alum brings sustainable practices to beauty and skincare industries
-Steps forward for Anna Maria College students
>TRAVEL (brought to you by Fuller RV & Rental): What happened to these airline perks?
>BUSINESS: Local credit union C.E.O. to depart after less than a year
-LPL Financial Research: A new Fed regime: Warsh, policy direction and treasury market consequences
-Credit card debt went down by $25 billion in early 2026
>HOMES: Low-maintenance garden ideas for busy homeowners
>SHOPPING: Consumer Reports price tracker reveals shopping secrets (2:02)
>HEALTH: What to know about IV therapy (2:57)
-Small study hints that revving up immune cells might help fight H.I.V.
>FOOD: Dish on a Dime (3:28): Shakshuka
>TV/STREAMING: The biggest revelations from Martin Short's Netflix documentary
>MOVIES: "CoComelon" animated movie unveils first look image, voice cast
>CELEBRITY: Jodie Foster, 63, seen walking with cane during rare outing
-Cardi B and Stefon Diggs have explosive argument outside coffee shop 3 days after Mother's Day reconciliation
>ANIMALS: Dog fights off bear to protect family: "Our little savior"
>HISTORY: Princeton fighter plane has had a long journey over the decades
>GOOD NEWS: Zoltar fortune telling machine predicts winning Powerball numbers
-Meanwhile, in France, "drunk" deer runs in circles after eating fermented fruit
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Classifieds
>HELP WANTED
+Line cook at Sole Proprietor
+Fall interns at Auburn Police Department
-Custodian (multiple openings) at WPI
-Bar backs at Canal District restaurant
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