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In The News
>WEATHER: Watch Mark Rosenthal's 7-day forecast (:28). High of 32 today
>TOP OF THE NEWS
-Untreated sewage released in to Lake Quinsigamond on Christmas Eve day, Shrewsbury says
-Earlier: Worcester to spend $6 million to fix raw sewage problem at Lake Quinsigamond
-Worcester police cite "threatening" email in suspension of officer's firearm license
-Here's how to celebrate each of the 7 days of Kwanzaa in Worcester
-A+ for giving for Sutton Middle students from T&G Santa
-WBJ reader's 2023 economic forecast survey: Not looking great
-Dr. Fauci, a Holy Cross grad, on his next chapter (4:54)
-Opinion: Now is time for Worcester to invest big in transit
-Here's when you can toss out your tree in Worcester
-Trash and recycling pickup delayed a day this week in Worcester
>CELEBRITY: 7 famous celebrities you maybe didn't know were from Worcester
-BARS & BANDS (brought to you by Wachusett Wine & Spirits): The Mayor’s Live Music List for Monday
>SHOWTIME: Burncoat High School Winter Concert (1:31:37)
-Vocero Hispano: 12-23-2022 al 12-29-2022
>OBITUARIES (brought to you by G9 Financial): Tribute to a local carpenter who could fix anything
-ICYMI: Operator of 6 Central Mass. healthcare facilities to pay $1.75 million for failing to meet needs of patients
-Downtown Worcester store closes after more than 25 years
-Worcester police lawyer asks judge to set aside $8 million wrongful arrest verdict
-Worcester Airport celebrates release of Whitney Houston biopic, which filmed there
See the rest of the day's Worcester news
>HOLDEN (brought to you by Lamoureux Ford and Brilla Coffee Roasters): Town offices closed Monday
-Happy holidays from the staff at Lamoureux Ford (1:13)
-Brilla Coffee Welcomes You to Holden (7:05)
>THE BURBS (brought to you by North End Motor Sales): Nicholas Michaels Spa owners retire after 40 years
-Wachusett area fire, police logs
-Cookies and camaraderie at Oak's Unified Social Club
-Willard House announces recipient of David G. Gow Memorial Scholarship
-Grafton lacrosse players picked for All-State tour team
-Zoe’s Rocks continue to make a difference 2 years after girl's untimely death
-Local comedian publishes first book on the love of reading
>SPORTS: Celtics beat Bucks, 139-118
-Beyond Wrestling to open Worcester’s first pro wrestling school in January
-Bruins raffling off 2 tickets to Winter Classic on January 2nd
-David Pastrnak is enjoying the best season of his NHL career
>CARS: Sincere Holiday Greetings from Bertera Nissan (2:07)
-RVs at Clearance Prices at Fuller RV Rentals and Sales (1:07)
>NATION/WORLD: Winter storm kills 37 people across the U.S., leaves thousands without power
-Millions at risk of losing Medicaid in the spring under provision tucked inside $1.7 trillion federal spending bill
-Tragic: 8-year-old boy killed by crocodile in front of his parents
>NEW ENGLAND: Travelers at Logan Airport still dealing with cancellations, delays
-4 people shot in Hartford on Christmas morning
>HOMES: 5 new properties for sale in the Worcester area
>HEALTH: Want to email your doctor? They may charge you for that
>BUSINESS: Central Mass. business by the numbers
-Canceling unused subscriptions saves hundreds of dollars each monthly
>SHOPPING: Best end of year sales of 2022
>COLLEGES: Advocacy group aims to address food insecurity on Mass. college campuses
>TV/STREAMING: New on Netflix in January (7:24)
>MOVIES: "Avatar" sequel sails to second week atop the box office
>HISTORY: 1913 Worcester Common Christmas Tree
>ANIMALS: Old matted stray dog gets haircut, turns out to be puppy (:50)
>GOOD NEWS (brought to you by Bertera Nissan): Elderly Walmart employee gets major financial help after viral TikTok video
-Meanwhile, in North Carolina, bear steals box of bagels off porch
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In The News
>WEATHER: Last day of oppressive heat, high feels like 95 to 100 today in Worcester
-Cooling centers open today in Worcester; water available
>TOP OF THE NEWS
+6:00: Mass. names Worcester 1 of 78 Housing Choice Communities
+6:00: Here's when Disney on Ice will skate into Worcester
+6:00: Bill Ballou on baseball
+Noon: Camels as pets? Meet Phil and RJ of Grafton
+Noon: Old Sturbridge Village to host Redcoats and Rebels for 250th anniversary
+Noon: Texas country band Flatland Cavalry heading to Indian Ranch in Webster
+Noon: Listen Up: Chill out for summer with Caylin Costello, D-Tension songs
+Noon: Last Call: Catherine Zebrowski, writer and musician
-13-year-old girl reported missing in Worcester
-U.S. News: UMass Memorial Medical Center is a top Mass. hospital, best in Worcester
-Can you help Worcester police ID these road-rage suspects?
-2 Shrewsbury men arrested in Boston prostitution sting
-Community rallies to help Leicester girl, hospitalized for year with cancer, celebrate birthday
-Algae treatment planned for Coes Reservoir, Indian Lake on Thursday
-Worcester school jobs saved as administration releases education funding
-Worcester elderly apartments sold for $17 million
-More body camera footage released of Eureka Street I.C.E. incident. Here's what it shows
-What's the best way to enjoy summer in Worcester County? Vote in round 3
-5 places to get out on the water in Central Mass. this summer
-Worcester African Festival returns for third year
-Interested in becoming a Worcester Police Officer? (:47)
-Radio Worcester (22:34): Commissioner Rob Antonelli on Worcester’s parks progress, priorities and planning
-Radio Worcester Roundtable (47:21): When immigration enforcement meets local politics
>DINING OUT (brought to you by Patsie Dugan's): Nan Xiang Express set to come to Shrewsbury
-ICYMI: Good Samaritan helps out driver in Worcester crash
-Downtown Worcester apartments at center of CitySquare redevelopment sold for $122 million
-2 Central Mass. women die in Old Orchard Beach, Maine camper explosion (2:15). Article
-"My baby!": Newly released body cam video shows new insight into Worcester I.C.E. arrest
-Worcester police arrest 3 juveniles after gun found in car
-Millbury police arrest 3 Worcester men in separate thefts
-See the rest of the day's Worcester news
>HOLDEN (brought to you by Lamoureux Ford): Eagle Lake still closed for swimming
-Long term employees make Lamoureux Ford special (3:50)
-This week's road closure and traffic delays
>THE BURBS (brought to you by North End Motor Sales): bankHometown consolidating Webster branches
-Clinton man accused of using pudding barcode taped around finger to steal $40 of groceries
-Item photos: Young "royals" get ready for Fancy Nancy Tea Party
-Drive-throughs targeted in West Boylston as new Dunkin's gets variance
-Lancaster administrator sets directions for now
-Shrewsbury High’s Chemistry Club brings science to elementary schools
-Spencer Selectmen talk evaluation, criteria for E.M.S. request for proposals
-Former Templeton administrator warns select board of 9C cuts, hiring woes, and out-of-class pay risks
>BARS & BANDS: The Mayor's Live Music List for Wednesday
-Jazzed Up Trio 6 to 8 Wednesday at 961 at Union Station
>SHOWTIME: Worcester writers bring the drama in summer showcase
-Destiny's Child reunites onstage for first time in 7 years at Beyoncé's "Cowboy Carter" finale
-Hanover Theatre takes over full management of the J.M.A.C.
-W.S.C. Stay Connected (1:01:31): A Tribute to the Beatles by the Hip Swayers, Stomp N' Holler, Hit the Bus
>OPINION: Worcesteria: How low can it go? Dry spell dries up Elm Park's ponds
-Margaret Smith: For a Catholic fan, Ozzy's life and lyrics strike a holy note
-What's Up Worcester's Minute with Meagan (15:24): Jenny Gaul, Executive Director, Joy of Music Program (JOMP)
>OBITUARIES: Tribute to a Worcester native who ran a home daycare for over 20 years
>SPORTS: Christian Gonzalez injury to sideline Patriots cornerback for "a bit"
-How Kayshon Boutte has impressed so far at Patriots training camp
-Red Sox beat Twins, 8-5
-Bravehearts beat New Britain, 3-2 . Next home game: 6:30 Wednesday. Buy tickets here
-Holy Cross Athletics (1:57): Get to know Coach Bryan Robbat
-WooSox beat IronPigs, 7-5
-King of the Court basketball tournament debuts at Worcester parks
>NATIONAL: 8.8-magnitude earthquake sends tsunami into coasts of Russia, Japan and Alaska
-Ghislaine Maxwell will plead the Fifth in House testimony — unless demands are met: defense lawyer
-ChatGPT passes the "I'm not a robot" test — a "terrifying" step toward developing a mind of its own
>TRAGIC: Toddler dies after "slipping" from dad’s arms on water slide
>NEW ENGLAND: Powerful moment for Mass. family who was forced to live in park (2:16). Article
-Intruder bathed, slept, ate & stole while Boston family was away on vacation (3:45)
>COLLEGES: Q.C.C. president pushes for faculty pay hikes
-WPI researcher tackles water treatment woes with battery tech
>TRAVEL (brought to you by Fuller RV & Rental): Inside the "arms race" to win the new luxury cruise ship market
>BUSINESS: Highlights from A.A.R.P.'s 99 ways to save money (1:46)
-LPL Financial Research: Economy in uncharted waters
-Report: Small size of Mass. sports betting industry limiting opportunities for minorities, women and veterans
>SHOPPING: When do Spirit Halloween stores open this year? Here's our guess
>HEALTH: Police, doctors warn of e-bike dangers as use skyrockets in Mass.
-Researchers say some artificial sweeteners could impact brain (:53)
-COVID barely detectable in wastewater, but is it time to celebrate? (2:15). Article
>FOOD: Greek Chicken Salad Bowls
>TV/STREAMING: Robin Roberts reveals why she’s been absent from "GMA"
>MOVIES: 40 best needle drops in movies of all time
>CELEBRITY: Tom Cruise, Ana de Armas attend Oasis show — after band roasted actor
-Justin Baldoni breaks social media silence to celebrate milestone with wife amid Blake Lively legal battle
>ANIMALS: 14-year-old dog dumped at shelter gets a ton of new siblings (1:40)
>HISTORY: Then & Now: Grafton Street, Worcester
>GOOD NEWS: Woman found alive 9 months after vanishing near Death Valley
-Meanwhile, in New Hampshire, polite black bear stuns homeowners after ringing doorbell before exploring hot tub
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