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Here's what's happening in and around Worcester today:
In The News
>WEATHER: Watch Mark Rosenthal's 7-day forecast (:55). High of 37 today
>TOP OF THE NEWS
+6:00: Worcester braces for ice, worries about "complacency of everyone" (1:37). Article
+6:00: Declared Winter Parking Ban for Worcester will go into effect at 9 p.m.
+6:00: Deadly December shooting on Highland Street was road rage incident, prosecutor says
+6:00: Man found dead with Worcester mother and child died by suicide, officials say
+6:00: Worcester man sentenced to life for second degree murder
+6:00: eMPathia Jazz Duo to perform at Mechanics Hall's Club 321
+6:00: A case of orchid Fever at Tower Hill
+Noon: "Antiques Roadshow" coming to Old Sturbridge Village in June
+Noon: Listen Up: New music from Cliff Notez and Niki Luparelli
+Noon: Last Call: Southbridge author Robert McMaster on "Rose of Glenkerry"
+Noon: Athol Bird & Nature Club shares deep love of nature, wildlife
+Noon: JAZZED UP Duo performs at Vals in Holden on Saturday
-Plea discussed in case of Auburn foster mother charged in death of 2-year-old, court records show
-Lury Pizarro of Worcester, found dead with 3-year-old son, dreamed of becoming a mother
-Longtime retail building in Worcester becoming a restaurant
-Store leaving Downtown Worcester for Canal District
-Worcester icon perseveres through challenging times, prepares to celebrate 100 years in business
-Here's how Worcester's police body camera program will work (1:55). Article
-Worcester officials mum on whether firefighter disciplined for crass social media posts
-Worcester public meeting to review designs for West Boylston Drive parcel
-Students get a free Coney Island Hot Dog with a libary book
-Aislinn Doyle: Worcester Public School in Brief -- attendance policy, extending lunch times, students with disabilities, access to menstrual products
-NEW! Unsolved: Worcester - Where is Vicke Lee Lamberton?". Video (18:20). Audio (20:03)
>ANIMALS: Worcester area pets up for adoption: Sylvie, Scrappy, Scout and more
>BARS & BANDS (brought to you by Wachusett Wine & Spirits): The Mayor’s Live Music List for Wednesday
-Wachusett Wine & Spirits' Whiskey Wednesday (33:42): Monteru French Brandy
>SHOWTIME: February school vacation: Things to do in Central Mass.
-Celtic punk band Flogging Molly to take stage in Worcester
-Guns N' Roses to play Fenway Park
-Shaun Connolly: Bad Advice with Shaun Connolly
-Winter Walks: A visit to Boynton Park in Paxton
>OBITUARIES (brought to you by G9 Financial): Tribute to Worcester nun who escaped communism and came to hold multiple jobs in Worcester
-Reminder: Worcester trash and recycling pickup will not be delayed this week
-ICYMI: Worcester retailers are closing up shop and reducing operations as 2023's problems mount
-Bar closed by city of Worcester to open in new location Thursday
-After 2 years in the woods, Worcester couple takes tentative step to shelter (3:49). Article
-No charges will be filed against Worcester cheer coaches (:19)
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>HOLDEN (brought to you by Lamoureux Ford, Brilla Coffee Roasters and Speciality Sandwich Company): Wachusett students strive to balance homework workload
-Holden officer promoted to Sergeant
-Holden D.P.W. has new home (12:06)
-A wide selection of pre-owned cars and trucks at Lamoureux Ford (2:52)
>THE BURBS (brought to you by North End Motor Sales): Lunenburg man charged in connection with 2013 rape at South Acton train station
-Beal Commons developers propose modifications to plan
-Julia Lagerholm resigns from Millbury School Committee; remainder of term to be filled at April Town Election
-Sterling candidates begin signing up for May 8 election
-Lancaster resident turning fantasy into author’s first book
-Collection drive to help new mothers in Blackstone Valley
-Family reflects on hosting President Carter during 1977 visit to Clinton
>SPORTS: Boston sports radio host suspended for racist remarks
-After school record 20 wins, Worcester State men's basketball team looks to finish historic run
>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: U.S. believes Russia had failed I.C.B.M. test around when President was in Ukraine
-2 Supreme Court cases this week could upend the entire internet
-Want to send messages of support to former President Jimmy Carter and the Carter family? Here's how
-Tragic: Alligator kills 85-year-old Florida woman as she walked dog
>NEW ENGLAND: Influx of Mass. residents sending N.H. housing market skyward
-Discarded cigarette butt, DNA tests solve Vermont yeacher's 52-year-old murder
>COLLEGES: Tragedy in Turkey sparks collaboration on WPI campus
-Clark community ready for a sweet start on Main Street
>HOMES: Check out 5 new properties for sale in Worcester
>BUSINESS: Fallon Health CEO and president to retire
-Worcester tech firm names IBM executive to board chair, amid potential stock combination
>HEALTH: 1 in 3 parents give fever-reducing medicine when it may not be needed, new poll says
-Free COVID vaccinations and boosters on Wednesday: 11-5:30 at Worcester Public Library
>TV/STREAMING: Paramount raising streaming prices as ad slump slams revenue
>MOVIES: Westborough native beats out Spielberg for major directors award
>CELEBRITY: Richard Gere recovering after being hospitalized with pneumonia on vacation
>FOOD: 145,000 cans of Enfamil ProSobee infant formula recalled over bacterial risk
>HISTORY: Newspapers were delivered on skis after Shrewsbury snowstorm
>GOOD NEWS (brought to you by Bertera Nissan): Bystanders stop kidnapping attempt in Colorado Walmart
-Meanwhile, in California, 700 pounds of acorns found stuffed by woodpeckers inside walls of home
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-Sunday Brunch Chef at the White Eagle
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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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