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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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-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 (:30). High of 75 today in Worcester
>TOP OF THE NEWS
+5:00: This is why some tap water is brown in Worcester
+5:00: Man fatally stabbed outside Leominster apartment complex (1:27). Article
+5:00: Worcester's Union Station closing Wednesday for "Walking Dead" production
+5:00: WooSox Rewind — Worcester takes 5 of 6 from Lehigh Valley
+5:00: This week in Holy Cross Athletics
+Noon: Worcester band Berm haunts on "some passable ghost" E.P.
+Noon: You still haven't bought Mother's Day presents? Aren't you lucky WoMag has your gift guide
-Worcester police ask for public's help finding missing 17-year-old
-"Walking Dead" sequel series shoot brings zombies to Worcester (1:42). Article
-Related: Business owners gladly rent out downtown offices for "Walking Dead" filming
-Worcesteria: Real gun shots, fake zombie — Wormtown gets even weirder
-Why a helicopter will be hovering above Worcester this month
-Wanted man bites Worcester officer's ear during arrest, police say
-Worcester Human Rights Commission calls for end to Civil Service
-Putting the spotlight on a high achiever: T&G Student of the Week
-New mental health exhibit at Worcester Regional Airport
-Worcester City Manager proposes $893 million fiscal 2025 budget
-Related: $893 million budget would centralize some positions
-Mike Benedetti: Worcester City Council agenda preview
-See the neighborhood meetings this week in Worcester
-Central Mass. House and Senate races: An early look
-Radio Worcester (48:04): Radio Roundtable discusses Supreme Court's homelessness ruling impact on Worcester
>DINING OUT: Ila Verde restaurant open in Downtown Worcester
-ICYMI: 20-year-old man with child on the way dies saving 17-year-old brother in stabbing, family says
-Earlier: 1 dead, 1 critically wounded in stabbing on Northbridge Common (2:10). Article
-Feds intercept semiautomatic pistols en route to Grafton Street
-National Foundation for Transplants folds taking money from clients, including Worcester woman's mother
-David Clark Co. plans move to new location in Worcester
-See the rest of the day's Worcester news
>HOLDEN (brought to you by Lamoureux Ford): Water use restriction May 1st to September 30th
-Lamoureux Ford salutes the UConn Huskies (:54)
-Annual town election May 13th
>THE BURBS (brought to you by North End Motor Sales): Megabucks ticket worth $5.37 million sold in Northborough
-Shrewsbury Police Department April stats at a glance
-Suspect extradited in crash that killed Uxbridge teen
-Southbridge mom claims photo shows male school admin peeping in girls bathroom (2:38). Article
-Spencer man seriously hurt in Meadow Road crash
-West Boylston hosting pre-town meeting forums
-Lancaster cuts ribbon on field
-Rail Trail article included in Clinton's town warrant
>BARS & BANDS: The Mayor's Live Music List for Tuesday
>SHOWTIME: Arts in the Woo - Brad Chapman Bleau (20:59)
-Clark alums showcase connection to nature in new exhibit
-Central Mass. Mom's Author Interview: Dr. Eleanor Spicer Rice
-Poet Rodger Martin to receive Stanley Kunitz Medal
-WCCA-TV's Hidden Treasures No. 112 (29:04): Nick Zwirblia, 4th guest appearance
-WCCA-TV's Activate Worcester No. 324 (29:06): Jay Givan
-Unity Radio (58:34): The Susanity Life
>OBITUARIES: Tribute to longtime local surgeon
>SPORTS: Bruins beat Florida, 5-1 in Game 1 of series
-Related: Bruins player scores goal in playoff game on same day son is born (1:42)
-Tom Brady Roast: Winners and losers from cathartic night for Patriots
-Former St. John's/Worcester Academy star T.J. Power of Shrewsbury heading to Virginia
-Holy Cross Athletics Crusader Awards (1:27:05)
-Sophia Roncone selected as Hilton Garden Inn Crusader of the Week
-Worcester hockey alumni highlights, NHL week 30
-Rich Shertenlieb taking over WZLX morning show
>CARS: Bertera has the all-star team to help you find your next Nissan car or truck (:39)
-Hyundai, Ford among 257,000 recalled
>NATIONAL: 401(k) "last resort" withdrawals climb as experts warn of future hardship (3:27)
-Tragic: 3-year-old twin sisters drown in backyard pool: Phoenix police
>NEW ENGLAND: Karen Read trial (20:20): Her attorney accuses witness of perjury at trial
-Bear drags body after fatal crash on I-91, state police say
-Woman hospitalized after crashing car into Fenway Park (2:23)
>COLLEGES: Clark Challenge. Change. podcast (13:26): Creative writers explore the mechanics of perfect prose
-Anna Maria celebrates students and faculty at the Academic Awards
-WPI awarded $1.2 million federal grant to study low-carbon iron production
>TRAVEL (brought to you by Fuller RV & Rental): Cape Cod rental prices dropping (2:09)
>BUSINESS: Worcester warehouse sold for $6.5 million
-LPL Research: Sell in May? Maybe not
-100FM The Pike (3:03): Sam Hendler of Jack's Abby on the purchase of Wormtown Brewery
>SHOPPING: What Worcester's Reading: Booklovers' Gourmet
>HOMES: Worcester County real estate transfers, Sunday, May 5th
>HEALTH: U.S.D.A. says it will test ground beef for bird flu
-C.D.C. warns of e.coli outbreak tied to walnuts
>FOOD: McDonald's to debut biggest burger ever: "Larger, satiating"
>TV/STREAMING: Kevin Costner says he would consider "Yellowstone" return
>MOVIES: Movies coming to theaters in May
>CELEBRITY: Clark grad Padma Lakshmi recalls excruciating endometriosis battle
>ANIMALS: Rescue dog flinched when mom tried to pet her until... (3:18)
>HISTORY: Notre Dame church, Worcester
>GOOD NEWS (brought to you by Bertera Nissan): Firefighters save ducklings trapped in sewer
-Meanwhile, in Tennessee, man arrested after trying to rob gas station with 5-foot-long snake
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