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In The News
>WEATHER: Watch Mark Rosenthal's 7-day forecast (:30). High of 35 today
>TOP OF THE NEWS
+6:00: 4 arrested on gun charges after shots fired on Chandler Street in Worcester
+6:00: Douglas ID’d as woman killed by car in her driveway
+Noon: T&G Santa -- More good neighbors give to Santa Fund
+Noon: Novelist Trisha J. Wooldridge explores fantastical realms in new novel
-Woman fatally struck by SUV while at end of her driveway
-Local woman slaps security guard at Conn. restaurant, breaks his glasses, police say
-Fitchburg house fire displaces residents day after Christmas
-WRTA chief asked to answer queries from City Council transit committee
-Worcester Fire Department to hold blessing of new Engine 4
-Governor-elect Maura Healey and Lt. Gov.-elect Kim Driscoll coming to Worcester on January 2nd
-Worcester Public Schools announces first quarter honor roll
-Here's when you can toss out your tree in Worcester
-Reminder: Trash and recycling pickup delayed a day this week in Worcester
-Mega Millions jackpot reaches $565 million, 6th largest in game’s history
-BARS & BANDS (brought to you by Wachusett Wine & Spirits): The Mayor’s Live Music List for Tuesday
>SHOWTIME: Tony Award-winner Kelli O'Hara will sing solo show, talk with students in Worcester
-The Woo crossword puzzle, December 25th: "Make It Snappy!"
-Burncoat High School Winter Concert (1:31:37)
>OBITUARIES (brought to you by G9 Financial): Tribute to longtime educator in Worcester and Shrewsbury
-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
-Untreated sewage released in to Lake Quinsigamond on Christmas Eve day, Shrewsbury says
-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
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>HOLDEN (brought to you by Lamoureux Ford and Brilla Coffee Roasters): Mountview Middle School Honor Roll
-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): The Barn restaurant set to replace Mountain Barn in early 2023
-Free Christmas tree pickup and bag for Shrewsbury PAYT residents
-Shrewsbury teen dance school student makes moves in Whitney Houston biopic
-Millbury selectmen OK all-alcohol license for Goretti’s Supermarkets
-Paxton Legion scholarship available
-Item photos: Joining together in song at the Houghton School
>SPORTS: Despite back-to-back blunders, Patriots playoff hopes alive
-Patriots quarterback Mac Jones facing fine after hit on Bengals player
-Dolphins quarterback in concussion protocol again, availability for Sunday uncertain
-Bruins raffling off 2 tickets to Winter Classic on January 2nd
-Holy Cross holding Salute to Service games with free or discounted tickets for military, fire and police personnel
-Celtics' Marcus Smart reveals Christmas engagement to girlfriend
-Red Sox "willing to listen" to Chris Sale trade offers, report claims
-New England Revolution announce 2023 schedule
-Worcester Hockey Alumni highlights, NHL week 11
-Kathy Whitworth, winningest golfer ever, dies "suddenly" at 83
>CARS: Sincere Holiday Greetings from Bertera Nissan (2:07)
-RVs at Clearance Prices at Fuller RV Rentals and Sales (1:07)
>NATION/WORLD: At least 48 dead nationwide from massive winter storm
-Southwest faces scrutiny from passengers, feds amid flight cancellations
-Tragic: Shelter fire leaves 22 dead in Russia, officials say
>NEW ENGLAND: Boston officials consider mask mandate as COVID infections rise
-3 pets die, 15 displaced following Christmas Eve fire in Chicopee: Officials
-Marylou Sudders, center of state's COVID response and plan, retiring
>HOMES: 10 most expensive homes sold in Worcester County December 18th-24th
>HEALTH: A COVID "senior wave" is driving up hospitalizations
>BUSINESS: WBJ reader's 2023 economic forecast survey: Not looking great
-75% of employees have had an office romance, new poll finds
>SHOPPING: Gift card scams to be aware of near the new year
>COLLEGES: QCC Campus Connections (5:17): Looking back at 2022
-UMass Medical School researcher named 2022 National Academy of Inventors Fellow
>FOOD: Google releases its list of the most popular Christmas cookies by state
>TV/STREAMING: Full episode -- "My Next Guest with David Letterman" (44:02): Volodymyr Zelenskyy
>CELEBRITY: 7 famous celebrities you maybe didn't know were from Worcester
>HISTORY: Worcester Bookmobile, 1963
>ANIMALS: Kitten found trapped in truck tire in Lawrence finds forever home
>GOOD NEWS (brought to you by Bertera Nissan): Adoptive parents share son's journey with birth mother (3:04)
-Meanwhile, in Australia, wedding descends into massive brawl, leaving 1 stabbed (:31)
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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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