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In The News
>WEATHER: Watch Mark Rosenthal's 7-day forecast (:36). High of 35 today
>TOP OF THE NEWS
+6:00: Nearly 250 people displaced by water main break at Worcester tower will have to wait 4 to 6 weeks for repairs
+6:00: Driver in critical condition after rollover crash on Southbridge Street in Worcester
+6:00: Real estate developer purchases Owl Shop building on Main Street
+6:00: S.N.A.P. "appalled" by Worcester Diocese abuse report that doesn't name accused priests
+6:00: Radio Worcester (28:10): City Manager Batista on his major restructure of how diversity and equity is handled in the city
+6:00: Actions speak louder than words in W.C.L.O.C.'s "Small Mouth Sounds"
-It may take days to fix Worcester tower after pipe burst forces out seniors
-Here's what's next for beloved longtime Worcester sandwich shop that recently closed (pictured)
-Historic Canal District condo building to be auctioned off
-Webster man charged in fatal October shooting on Burncoat Street in Worcester
-36-year-old Worcester man arrested on gun charges
-Worcester-area events celebrate Black History Month
-Worcester event highlights National Black HIV/AIDS Awareness Day
-W.R.T.A. saving seat to honor Rosa Parks for Black History Month
-Green Hill Golf Course opens driving range for 2023 season
-Worcester nonprofit wins state public health grant
-Mike Benedetti: City Council preview -- Body cams, diversity, equity, inclusion
-Radio Worcester (7:33): Dr. Michael Hirsh talks about homelessness, warming centers and keeping people safe during winter
-Aerial summer drone tour of Worcester (3:41)
>BARS & BANDS (brought to you by Wachusett Wine & Spirits): The Mayor’s Live Music List for Tuesday
-Wachusett Wine & Spirits' Whiskey Wednesday (29:58): Rum for Whiskey Drinkers
>SHOWTIME: Giuliano's "Don't Pray For Me" official music video (5:12)
-Nicole Bell: A cry from streets for hearts less cold
-Shaun Connolly: Bad Advice
>OBITUARIES (brought to you by G9 Financial): Tribute to a woman who worked for Wachusett schools for nearly 40 years
-ICYMI: New Canal District bar celebrates grand opening, draws ties to Worcester's history
-Worcester church leaves free hats, gloves, scarves downtown to help keep people warm
-Woman becomes 1,000th person to receive liver transplant at UMass Memorial Medical Center
-Worcester police to begin use of body cameras February 27th
See the rest of the day's Worcester news
>HOLDEN (brought to you by Lamoureux Ford, Brilla Coffee Roasters and Speciality Sandwich Company): Jefferson native recounts life in wake of federal and state aviation recognition
-Town warns of National Grid scam
-Brilla Coffee Roasters opens long-awaited new Holden location (1:06)
-Lamoureux Ford wants to beat the snow (1:31)
>THE BURBS (brought to you by North End Motor Sales): Rollover crash with injuries shuts down Route 12 in Auburn: Authorities
-Auburn Senior Center closed for at least the week after pipe bursts over weekend
-Grafton schools look at $815,000 in possible reductions to next year’s budget
-Westborough manufacturer lays off about 20% of workforce amid restructuring-
-Pet store chain with Shrewsbury location is closing
-Revival offers special gifts and familiar faces
-Bolton students spell their way to victory
>SPORTS: Bill Belichick appears on Tom Brady's emotional first post-retirement podcast
-Brady to begin broadcast career in 2024
-Celtics cruise past Pistons, 111-99
-Want a career in sports? Worcester Bravehearts hosting Worcester Sports Management Summit
-Holy Cross freshman breaks single-game record for 3s in loss to Lafayette. Postgame interview (1:00)
-Annie Lineberger named Hilton Garden Inn Crusader of the Week
-South girls hoop tough on the court and in the classroom
-Worcester Hockey Alumni 2022-23 highlights, NHL week 17
>CARS: NEW! Bertera Nissan has a great car for you (4:39)
-RVs at Clearance Prices at Fuller RV Rentals and Sales (1:07)
>NATIONAL: Quake deaths pass 5,000 as Turkey, Syria seek survivors
-Related: Dramatic video shows building collapse in Turkey (:31)
-Lucky player in Washington wins $747 million Powerball prize. Winning numbers
-Tragic: 69-year-old man killed by neighbor's dogs trying to protect his poodle
>COLLEGES: Holy Cross professor discusses his new book on "Church and Culture" podcast
-Anna Maria College Storytellers (20:33): Professor Travis Maruska reading his novel, "Order of the Assassin"
>NEW ENGLAND: Plumbers slammed with calls for burst pipes after deep freeze
-5-year-old N.H. boy who fell from window dies, police say
>BUSINESS: W.B.J.'s Movers & Shakers for February 6th
-YWCA Central Mass. has become a launching pad for political involvement
>SHOPPING: Worcester Center for Crafts rebrands its retail store
>FOOD: Egg shortage breeds chicken-feed conspiracies
>HOMES: 10 most expensive homes sold in Worcester County January 29th to February 5th
>HEALTH: Cancer is striking more people in their 30s and 40s. Here's what you need to know
-Free COVID vaccinations on Tuesday in Worcester: 6-8 at St. Anne's Free Medical Program
>TV/STREAMING: "1923" renewed for season 2 at Paramount+
>MOVIES: The 5 best movies of the Sundance Film Festival
>CELEBRITY: Ben Affleck called out for looking miserable at Grammys -- “He’d rather be at Dunkin”
>ANIMALS: When your baby falls in love with your 8 rescue cats (:56)
>HISTORY: Talk of Blizzard of '78 heats up with anniversary
-Harvey Leonard talks about his historic Blizzard of 1978 forecast (2:43)
>GOOD NEWS (brought to you by Bertera Nissan): Lawrence man a hero after running across I-93 to stop runaway car
-Meanwhile, in India, man found alive and well after being cremated
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In The News
>WEATHER: Mostly sunny and windy, high in the 40s today in Worcester
>TOP OF THE NEWS
-Rapper turned host Joyner Lucas feeds the hungry before Thanksgiving
-Shrewsbury woman leads Thanksgiving turkey drive for almost 300 families (4:25). Article
-Parents of Worcester teen Harris Wolobah explain why he was so special
-Area senior has become leader in adopted home after family fled civil war (2:27). Article
-Do you know this guy? Worcester police would like a word
-Cyber attack brings down AlertWorcester, notifications across the U.S.
-Lots of holiday concerts and shows on tap right after Thanksgiving
-What's the best diner in Worcester? Vote in round 3
-Holiday conversations: How to set boundaries
-What's open, what's closed on Thanksgiving
-Why are liquor stores closed on Thanksgiving in Mass.? (2:05)
-Grocery stores are not open on Thanksgiving in Mass. Here's why
-Radio Worcester Roundtable (48:37): Worcester recount confirms results, sparks debate on future political landscape
>DINING OUT: These Worcester restaurants are open on Thanksgiving Day
-Where to find Thanksgiving meals in Worcester
-Restaurant reservations spike for Thanksgiving as grocery store prices bite
-ICYMI: Fire inside Worcester school forces student evacuation
-Patriots players help hand out turkeys at Worcester restaurant
-Worcester City Council delays tax rate discussion, decision for second week
-Gov. Healey hands out Firefighter of the Year awards at Mechanics Hall (:54). Article
-See the rest of the day's Worcester news
>HOLDEN (brought to you by Lamoureux Ford): Traffic advisory for this morning's Turkey Trot
-Unique Happy Thanksgiving wishes from Lamoureux Ford (:29)
-$60 case deal at Seven Saws Brewery
>THE BURBS (brought to you by North End Motor Sales): Traffic advisory for Leicester-David Prouty football game
-3 years after fire leveled Truth Organic Spa in Grafton, a revival
-Auburn Police Department Stuff-a-Cruiser event on Saturday
-Millbury voters approve override for school roof projects
-Sutton police swear in new patrolman
-Sheriff's officer from Grafton honored at Sheriffs' Association Awards
-The Item's Neighbor to Neighbor column
>BARS & BANDS: The Mayor's Live Music List for Thursday
-Best dive bars in America? Locally loved spots worth the road trip
>SHOWTIME: Things to Do: Mo Rocca, "Christmas by Candlelight" and more ...
-Careerlong social worker publishes first poetry book
-Last Call: Q.C.C. student Ashley Lester shares strength, inspiration in song
>OPINION: Shaun Connolly: What I'm thankful for
-Rosalie Tirella: Worcester Canal District: More and more homeless people
-Unity Radio's Unity in the Community (54:01): Teri Frykenberg, founder, Nurse Advocate Entrepreneur
>OBITUARIES: Tribute to Vietnam veteran who worked for the city for over 30 years
>SPORTS: Patriots place Will Campbell on Injured Reserve
-Could Patriots lean into "quick game" with offensive linemen sidelined?
-NFL Week 13 schedule, TV and announcers
-Celtics beat Pistons, 117-114
-Holy Cross men's basketball team beats Worcester State, 77-53
-Holy Cross men's hockey team falls to No. 8 Quinnipiac, 7-6, in overtime
-Predicting the winner of every Thanksgiving High School football game in Central Mass.
>NATIONAL: 2 National Guard members shot in attack blocks from the White House
-Hong Kong fire death toll rises to 55 as apartment complex burns into second day
-Tragic: Man dies after getting stuck in clothing donation box
>NEW ENGLAND: Why do so many Mass. cities and towns have a money problem? (2:36)
-12-year-old Maine student killed by school bus
>COLLEGES: Explaining schoolwork to your family at dinner (:57)
-Anna Maria Esports Director’s Corner
>TRAVEL (brought to you by Fuller RV & Rental): 5 of the best places to see the Northern Lights in the U.S.
-This airline is ending the carry-on check every traveler hates
>BUSINESS: Local bank names former W.H.A. executive as inaugural chief human resources officer
-LPL Financial Research: Corporate America cleared a high bar this earnings season
-Why does Mass. allow these jobs to be work from home? (1:10)
>SHOPPING: 41 best Walmart Black Friday deals at unbelievably low prices
-Radio Worcester (9:33): 12 Scams of the Holidays, Part 1
>HOMES: See the lower median price for October home listings in Worcester County
>HEALTH: Medicare announces lower cost for Ozempic, Wegovy, more drugs
-Woman's lifelong birthmark becomes deadly cancer, doctor explains how
>FOOD: Experts at Butterball are on standby for turkey questions (2:07)
-Sweet potato or pumpkin? The Thanksgiving pie debate
-Generations-old family recipes still rule the Thanksgiving table, new survey reveals
-Cooking a ham for Thanksgiving? Here's everything you need to know
>TV/STREAMING: Where to watch the Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade
-"Dancing With the Stars" Season 34 champions revealed
-"Stranger Things" Season 4 recap (4:33)
>MOVIES: Here's Macaulay Culkin's idea for a "Home Alone" sequel
>CELEBRITY: Here's what Sean "Diddy" Combs, Ghislaine Maxwell are set to be served for Thanksgiving behind bars
-Meryl Streep and Martin Short fuel romance rumors at Tom Hanks' play
>ANIMALS: Chicken thinks she's just one of the dogs (1:31)
>HISTORY: Exploring Thanksgiving's weird folklore: Myths and legends (29:21)
>GOOD NEWS: Hunter declines call from his son, wins $1.1 million online lottery prize
-Meanwhile, trending on TikTok: Is bone broth the secret to glowing skin?
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