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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 (:50). High of 44 today
>TOP OF THE NEWS
+6:00: From "lost and broken" to Woman of Consequence — LIFT VP among 2 honored by city
+6:00: UMass Medical School to lay off 26 at Boston-based vaccine manufacturing division
+6:00: Hot Wheels Monster Trucks coming to the DCU Center
+Noon: Police chase ends near Sterling day care after N.H. armed robbery
+Noon: 2 trucks crash on Mass Pike in Oxford, causing traffic delays
+Noon: "Wonderful" memories linger 55 years after Hendrix played at Clark
+Noon: Nine Things To Do: St. Patrick's Parade, Tequila Bonfire, "Bagrock"
-4-year-old girl, man hospitalized after crash in Worcester, police say (pictured)
-Man sentenced in 2015 shooting of 15-year-old at Worcester motel
-Worcester vaccinations still flat with COVID in "rearview mirror"
-Earlier: Worcester nursing home dealing with COVID outbreak
-Worcester leaders evaluating ways to spend remaining A.R.P.A. funds
-Abby's House in Worcester preparing for significant renovations to shelter
-Worcester program helps expose young girls to careers in S.T.E.M. and leadership roles
-Worcester schools now accepting applications for fall Head Start program
-Travel on Amtrak's auto train to Orlando for $29
-Retired Worcester educator dies after emergency on vacation in Mexico
-Unsolved: Worcester -- "What Happened to Marion Kerswell?". Video (15:29). Audio (17:15)
>FOOD: Made to order ice cream shop opens in Worcester
>ANIMALS: Locksmith dog greets customers, guards Worcester shop
>BARS & BANDS (brought to you by Wachusett Wine & Spirits): The Mayor’s Live Music List for Thursday
>SHOWTIME: Worcester Home Show returns this weekend to the DCU Center (:30)
-Higgins Armory collection to reopen in former Worcester Art Museum library
-International Women's Day, women shaping Worcester's history, future
-Worcester Emerald Club wants to treat you to dinner
-JAZZED UP Trio to play sold out Orchids After Dark on Friday in Boylston
-Inner Views podcast (17:42): Worcester Public Schools Superintendent Dr. Rachel Monárrez, part 3
-Shaun Connolly: Bad Advice
>OBITUARIES (brought to you by G9 Financial): Tribute to Worcester detective who helped solve infamous murder of 2-year-old girl
-ICYMI: 5 names to be added to Worcester monument honoring civilians who have died in fires
-New restaurant pitched for former Sake Bomb spot in Worcester
-Vote for the best pizza in Worcester
-New Spectrum scam targets Worcester area customers: D.A.
-Drone video update of construction at new Doherty High (1:48)
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>HOLDEN (brought to you by Lamoureux Ford, Brilla Coffee Roasters and Speciality Sandwich Company): Holden still holding out on mandate for housing near transit
-Paw enforcement -- Holden P.D. recruits new 4-legged officer
-A wide selection of pre-owned cars and trucks at Lamoureux Ford (2:52)
>THE BURBS (brought to you by North End Motor Sales): Rutland P.D. seeks public's help in attempted break-in
-Oxford man sentenced for stealing identity to obtain tax refund, driver's license
-Bigfoot expert to present at Oak Middle School
-Local member of Tedy’s Team hosting trivia fundraiser
-West Boylston author focuses on "Magical Realism"
-West Boylston students of the month for December, January and February
-Shrewsbury bridge purple to celebrate International Women’s Day
-Shrewsbury Town Meeting Member candidates needed
-Man arrested at Southbridge bar after report of gun
-NEW! Murder in Grafton Center, Part 4
>SPORTS: Celtics power past Blazers, 115-93
-South High's undefeated run ends as Colonels upended by Foxborough in state tournament
-Holy Cross 'Sader Stories (23:09): Title IX reflection with Cassandra Clark
-Mass. Pirates games to be broadcast on WCRN
>CARS: NEW! Bertera. Huge Selection. Great Prices. (3:29)
-U.S. investigates Tesla for steering wheels that can fall off
-RVs at Clearance Prices at Fuller RV Rentals and Sales (1:07)
>NATIONAL: 3 Los Angeles police officers shot
-4 killed when small planes collide in Florida
>NEW ENGLAND: Instagram influencer who stole Mass. resident's identity pleads guilty to $1 million COVID relief fraud
>COLLEGES: Mental health first aid expands Anna Maria’s commitment to behavioral health and public safety
-UMass Medical School program for students interested in mental health
>HEALTH: Long COVID associated with increased risk of death, study says
-Free COVID vaccinations on Wednesday: 10-noon at Grafton Senior Center
>SHOPPING: Thrift Store Threads -- Performer finds designer delights with sparkle
>BUSINESS: Rideshare workers rally at Statehouse for rights, want say in job parameters
-Worcester Business Connect No. 40 (21:05): Kearney Speech Therapy
>HOMES: Learn to plant and harvest fresh vegetables in early spring
>TV/STREAMING: Roku vs. Fire TV stick review -- How the streaming sticks compare
>MOVIES: Where to watch the Oscars Best Picture nominations (and what order to watch them)
>CELEBRITY: Madonna confirms romance with new boyfriend Josh Popper
>HISTORY: Union Station’s Past and Present
>GOOD NEWS (brought to you by Bertera Nissan): 6-year-old calls 911 for mom found unresponsive
-Meanwhile, weird TikTok trend of people eating oranges in the shower explained
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In The News
>WEATHER: Mark Rosenthal's 7-day forecast (:38). High of 90 today in Worcester
-Worcester climate summary for May
>TOP OF THE NEWS
-Clark University to lay off up to 30% of faculty, significantly restructure degree tracks amid financial strain
-Worcester, Cosenza reach settlement on $8 million jury award in evidence manipulation case
-Suspect in April 2024 Worcester killing, on the run for more than a year, held without bail
-3 men arrested in connection with University Park shooting in Worcester
-Worcester street renamed for boy who died in "One Chip Challenge" (2:04). Article
-Related: Video of ceremony (21:07)
-National burger chain opening first New England location in Worcester
-Central Mass. man now facing manslaughter charge in connection with brother’s shooting death
-Out to Lunch and Movies on the Common set for summer fun downtown
-Hidden waterfall flows back to life at Cascades Park in Worcester thanks to heavy spring rainfall (1:49)
-Grafton Job Corps searching for shelter for 30 homeless students
-Gerald Creamer Center Graduation (1:01:52)
-Aislinn Doyle: June 5th School Committee Meetings agenda preview
-This dog was found on Willard Ave. in Worcester
-DINING OUT (brought to you by Patsie Dugan's): The last 24-hour diner: A Worcester staple stands alone
-ICYMI: UMass Memorial, 1,000 workers have a week to avoid strike
-Grand jury hearing evidence in death of Worcester state police trainee
-Worcester eatery seized by state because of unpaid taxes
-Worcester activist critical of city manager faces 1-year city hall ban
-Worcester father of 4-month-old deported after I.C.E. "violated his rights," attorney says
-See the rest of the day's Worcester news
>HOLDEN (brought to you by Lamoureux Ford): Part of Doyle Road to be closed Wednesday
-Lamoureux Ford offers huge discounts! (2:53)
-This week's road closures and traffic delays
>THE BURBS (brought to you by North End Motor Sales): West Boylston override OK'd; Raj, Ashwell win for Select Board
-Governor Healey visits new Amazon fulfillment center in Charlton
-Pending Select Board vote, Shrewsbury trash bags may cost more this July
-Westborough-based hydropower firm to update its century-old facilities
-Webster man sentenced to federal prison for drug trafficking
-Playground improvements are part of Grafton's long-term plan
-Blackstone Valley Tech competitors earn 46 SkillsUSA Medals
-City to Saddle Farm Trot 5K is June 21st
-The Item's public safety logs
>BARS & BANDS: The Mayor's Live Music List for Wednesday
-Jazzed Up Trio 6 to 9 Wednesday at 961 at Union Station
>SHOWTIME: Screen Time: Short film "Solus" wins big at Top Shorts Film Festival
-Sarah Connell Sanders: 3 days of "momfluencing" at Boston Calling
>OPINION: Jennifer Julien Gaskin: The art of making people uncomfortable
-Peter B-G Weller: Proposed state ed bill borders on digital surveillance
-Unity Radio's The Susanity Life (56:35): Bonnie Hope Dellerose, Renew Body Sequence
>OBITUARIES: Tribute to a lifetime member of Hadassah who was married for 76 years
>SPORTS: Stefon Diggs "got the message" from Mike Vrabel after boat incident
-Red Sox lose to Angels, 4-3
-Bravehearts fall to Nashua, 4-3. Next home game: 6:30 Friday. Get tickets here
-Holy Cross announces "WooCru" as official student section name
-How Baylor Scheierman can earn larger Celtics role in second season
-Sox prospect Roman Anthony responds to backlash over Worcester laundry cart video
-WooSox beat Rochester, 6-5
-Mara leads Saint Paul back to Division 1 quarterfinals
>NATIONAL: Ukraine strikes Crimean Bridge with underwater explosives
>TRAGIC: 3 young sisters killed while visiting homeless dad, hunt is on for father
>NEW ENGLAND: Father found dead, search ongoing for missing daughter in Maine (:49). Article
-Milford student detained by I.C.E. awaiting upcoming court hearing in "terrible conditions" (3:43)
-Lawyer says Milford student in I.C.E. custody is here legally (:50). Article
-Karen Read trial (25:46): No mistrial over dog D.N.A., officer says evidence changed
>COLLEGES: Holy Cross grad Jango Janigian wants to take you on an adventure
-Decline of international students at Mass. universities having negative impact, expert says
>TRAVEL (brought to you by Fuller RV & Rental): 6 tips every cruiser should follow
>BUSINESS: GBH layoffs to impact 45 employees
-LPL Financial Research: Tariffs and market volatility likely to stick
-101: Staying strong through workforce reductions
>HOMES: Heat pump demand is reaching new heights as customers seek government incentives before they disappear
>SHOPPING: Temu's daily U.S. users cut in half following end of tariff loophole
>HEALTH: How to beat the heat for better sleep
-How yoga can help improve your mental wellbeing (3:41)
>FOOD: Popeyes launches surprise new menu item to compete with McDonald’s
>TV/STREAMING: "The Four Seasons" renewed for Season 2 at Netflix
>MOVIES: 10 hot movies to see this summer
>CELEBRITY: Emmy winner Valerie Mahaffey dies at 71
>ANIMALS: Tiniest puppy grows up to be HUGE (2:44)
>GOOD NEWS: 120-mile kayak trip benefits athletes with disabilities
-Meanwhile, in Florida, loose kangaroo caught on video hopping down road
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