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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?
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 (:38). High of 90 today in Worcester
-Worcester climate summary for May
>TOP OF THE NEWS
-Clark University to lay off up to 30% of faculty, significantly restructure degree tracks amid financial strain
-Worcester, Cosenza reach settlement on $8 million jury award in evidence manipulation case
-Suspect in April 2024 Worcester killing, on the run for more than a year, held without bail
-3 men arrested in connection with University Park shooting in Worcester
-Worcester street renamed for boy who died in "One Chip Challenge" (2:04). Article
-Related: Video of ceremony (21:07)
-National burger chain opening first New England location in Worcester
-Central Mass. man now facing manslaughter charge in connection with brother’s shooting death
-Out to Lunch and Movies on the Common set for summer fun downtown
-Hidden waterfall flows back to life at Cascades Park in Worcester thanks to heavy spring rainfall (1:49)
-Grafton Job Corps searching for shelter for 30 homeless students
-Gerald Creamer Center Graduation (1:01:52)
-Aislinn Doyle: June 5th School Committee Meetings agenda preview
-This dog was found on Willard Ave. in Worcester
-DINING OUT (brought to you by Patsie Dugan's): The last 24-hour diner: A Worcester staple stands alone
-ICYMI: UMass Memorial, 1,000 workers have a week to avoid strike
-Grand jury hearing evidence in death of Worcester state police trainee
-Worcester eatery seized by state because of unpaid taxes
-Worcester activist critical of city manager faces 1-year city hall ban
-Worcester father of 4-month-old deported after I.C.E. "violated his rights," attorney says
-See the rest of the day's Worcester news
>HOLDEN (brought to you by Lamoureux Ford): Part of Doyle Road to be closed Wednesday
-Lamoureux Ford offers huge discounts! (2:53)
-This week's road closures and traffic delays
>THE BURBS (brought to you by North End Motor Sales): West Boylston override OK'd; Raj, Ashwell win for Select Board
-Governor Healey visits new Amazon fulfillment center in Charlton
-Pending Select Board vote, Shrewsbury trash bags may cost more this July
-Westborough-based hydropower firm to update its century-old facilities
-Webster man sentenced to federal prison for drug trafficking
-Playground improvements are part of Grafton's long-term plan
-Blackstone Valley Tech competitors earn 46 SkillsUSA Medals
-City to Saddle Farm Trot 5K is June 21st
-The Item's public safety logs
>BARS & BANDS: The Mayor's Live Music List for Wednesday
-Jazzed Up Trio 6 to 9 Wednesday at 961 at Union Station
>SHOWTIME: Screen Time: Short film "Solus" wins big at Top Shorts Film Festival
-Sarah Connell Sanders: 3 days of "momfluencing" at Boston Calling
>OPINION: Jennifer Julien Gaskin: The art of making people uncomfortable
-Peter B-G Weller: Proposed state ed bill borders on digital surveillance
-Unity Radio's The Susanity Life (56:35): Bonnie Hope Dellerose, Renew Body Sequence
>OBITUARIES: Tribute to a lifetime member of Hadassah who was married for 76 years
>SPORTS: Stefon Diggs "got the message" from Mike Vrabel after boat incident
-Red Sox lose to Angels, 4-3
-Bravehearts fall to Nashua, 4-3. Next home game: 6:30 Friday. Get tickets here
-Holy Cross announces "WooCru" as official student section name
-How Baylor Scheierman can earn larger Celtics role in second season
-Sox prospect Roman Anthony responds to backlash over Worcester laundry cart video
-WooSox beat Rochester, 6-5
-Mara leads Saint Paul back to Division 1 quarterfinals
>NATIONAL: Ukraine strikes Crimean Bridge with underwater explosives
>TRAGIC: 3 young sisters killed while visiting homeless dad, hunt is on for father
>NEW ENGLAND: Father found dead, search ongoing for missing daughter in Maine (:49). Article
-Milford student detained by I.C.E. awaiting upcoming court hearing in "terrible conditions" (3:43)
-Lawyer says Milford student in I.C.E. custody is here legally (:50). Article
-Karen Read trial (25:46): No mistrial over dog D.N.A., officer says evidence changed
>COLLEGES: Holy Cross grad Jango Janigian wants to take you on an adventure
-Decline of international students at Mass. universities having negative impact, expert says
>TRAVEL (brought to you by Fuller RV & Rental): 6 tips every cruiser should follow
>BUSINESS: GBH layoffs to impact 45 employees
-LPL Financial Research: Tariffs and market volatility likely to stick
-101: Staying strong through workforce reductions
>HOMES: Heat pump demand is reaching new heights as customers seek government incentives before they disappear
>SHOPPING: Temu's daily U.S. users cut in half following end of tariff loophole
>HEALTH: How to beat the heat for better sleep
-How yoga can help improve your mental wellbeing (3:41)
>FOOD: Popeyes launches surprise new menu item to compete with McDonald’s
>TV/STREAMING: "The Four Seasons" renewed for Season 2 at Netflix
>MOVIES: 10 hot movies to see this summer
>CELEBRITY: Emmy winner Valerie Mahaffey dies at 71
>ANIMALS: Tiniest puppy grows up to be HUGE (2:44)
>GOOD NEWS: 120-mile kayak trip benefits athletes with disabilities
-Meanwhile, in Florida, loose kangaroo caught on video hopping down road
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Classifieds
>HELP WANTED
+Multiple positions, Nancy Chang Restaurant
+Police officers, town of Leicester
-Worcester Area Director (part-time), Matthew 25
-Part-time bartender, Patsie Dugan's
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