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In The News
>WEATHER: Watch Mark Rosenthal's 7-day forecast (:39). High of 36 today
>TOP OF THE NEWS
+6:00: Worcester police warn residents about a rash of car break-ins
+6:00: New Worcester city manager will be highest paid in 30 years
+6:00: Holy Cross, Boston University to reignite Turnpike Trophy rivalry
+6:00: After missing in the woods for 33 days, Betsy the bulldog returns home
+6:00: Damar Hamlin awake and holding hands with family, his agency tells CNN
+6:00: Six Things To Do: John Arcaro and Band, DeadBeat, "White Rabbit Red Rabbit," and more
+Noon: See police responses to incidents at Worcester schools
+Noon: Former WAAF radio personality "Ozone" dies unexpectedly in New Orleans
+Noon: Worcester-area women join forces against substance use disorders
+Noon: Westborough police investigating a string of break-ins
+Noon: Take a first look inside the redesigned Barn restaurant, reopening in Princeton
+Noon: Tell Worcester Magazine about your favorite Worcester-area winter walks
-Worcester restaurant releases video to celebrate its 101st year
-Irish pub prepares to open in Worcester
-Fly from Worcester to Fort Lauderdale this winter for $59
-Jason Beck pled for his life in 2020. His accused murderer from Worcester was offered a deal
-State commission suspends Worcester police officer
-Table Talk Pies affordable housing development receives $19.6 million from MassDevelopment
-$1 million bond issued for repairs at Lake Ave. pumping station
-Sheriff Lew Evangelidis sworn in for third term
-WRTA will discuss search for new administrator
-Radio Worcester (24:05): 3rd annual Worcester Sports Management Summit February 10th
-Jim McGovern brings fight to end hunger to the halls of Congress
>HISTORY: This is Worcester No. 157 (28:07): Richard Pinto on the El Morocco, part 3
>BARS & BANDS (brought to you by Wachusett Wine & Spirits): The Mayor’s Live Music List for Thursday
-First week Jazzed Up cool starts on Thursday
>SHOWTIME: Cinema 320 at WCUW Radio to host showings of "All that breathes"
-Holy Cross professor Oliver de la Paz is Worcester's next Poet Laureate
-Winter Walks: Summer Star Wildlife Sanctuary in Boylston
-Last Call: Dave Curry, Worcester area drum circle founder
-Bill Shaner: Lessons for the year ahead in Worcester politics
-Janice Harvey: After disappointments of 2022, seeking hope in the new year
-What It's Worth No. 440 (28:26): Genesis Club
>OBITUARIES (brought to you by G9 Financial): Tribute to former longtime Worcester pub owner
-Reminder: Trash and recycling pickup will be delayed a day this week in Worcester because of the holiday
-ICYMI: Body recovered from Lake Quinsigamond
-Mass on Thursday at St. Paul Cathedral for Pope Benedict XVI
-Work at Worcester’s Union Station to add center platform on track for end of year completion
-Vehicle hit by a bullet Tuesday morning in Auburn, according to Auburn police
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>HOLDEN (brought to you by Lamoureux Ford and Brilla Coffee Roasters): Gale Free Library has a part-time opening
-Holden Christmas tree chipping next 2 Saturdays
>THE BURBS (brought to you by North End Motor Sales): Webster developer buys Pleasant Valley Country Club
-Mercantile Center owner buys UMass Memorial facility in Northborough for $10.7 million
-Hearts for Heat in 15th year of helping Leicester residents heat homes
-Shrewsbury swears in new police officer
-West Boylston public police log December 26th-January 1st
-At least 2 hospitalized from gnarly 3-car crash in Sutton, police say
-Gardner company awarded $2.6 million defense contract
-Leominster accounting firm changes name after promoting new partner
>SPORTS: NFL not ruling out Patriots-Bills Week 18 game being postponed
-NFL Week 18 schedule, TV, announcers
-NFL player Damar Hamlin's cardiac arrest a "trigger" for these Worcester-area families
-Red Sox agree to 11-year, $331 million deal with Rafael Devers
-Holy Cross hosting Coffee with the Crusaders Thursday in Downtown Worcester
-Picking the top Central Mass. boys' and girls' basketball games of the week
>CARS: Bertera has your winter car! (3:27)
-Save $500 on select F150's and RAM trucks in stock at North End Motor Sales
-RVs at Clearance Prices at Fuller RV Rentals and Sales (1:07)
>NATION/WORLD: 8 dead, including 5 children, in apparent Utah home shooting
-Woman killed in hit-and-run crash after rideshare driver leaves her on Colorado interstate
-Tragic: 5-year-old boy dies from injuries suffered in Christmas Eve fire
>NEW ENGLAND: Gov. Baker, Lt. Gov. Polito make final walk out of State House (4:01)
-Body of a 2-year-old found buried in a Connecticut park
>HEALTH: Free COVID vaccinations on Thursday: 10-3 in Downtown Worcester
-Good hydration linked to lower risk for faster aging, disease, early death: New study
>COLLEGES: Anna Maria College receives $20,000 from Reliant Foundation
-Holy Cross prof: Pope Benedict's theology “will influence the Catholic Church for generations"
>BUSINESS: WBJ's Real estate 2023 economic forecast
-U.S. job openings totaled 10.5 million in November, more than expected
>HOMES: Check out these homes for sale in Worcester
>TV/STREAMING: 11 best new shows on Netflix
>MOVIES: Front-runner to replace Daniel Craig as James Bond revealed
>CELEBRITY: Jeremy Renner was "run over" by 14,330-pound snowplow, says sheriff
>ANIMALS: Couple rescues terrified dog, cries as she learns to love (5:32)
>GOOD NEWS (brought to you by Bertera Nissan): Woman celebrates her 110th birthday
-Meanwhile, in New York, watch this hawk crash through window into home
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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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