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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 (:46). High of 40 in Worcester
>TOP OF THE NEWS
+6:00: U.S. Attorney Rollins visits Worcester NAACP, talks police inquiry
+6:00: Worcester superintendent responds to Nashville school shooting
+6:00: Join the Worcester Now | Next planning workshop on Thursday
+6:00: New cats and dogs up for adoption in Worcester
+Noon: Worcester musicians remember guitarist and producer Buzz Taylor
+Noon: Janice Harvey: The "disconnect" between schools and student cellphone use
-32-year-old man indicted in 2021 murder at Hotel Vernon in Canal District
-Worcester man caught, another still at large in shooting death of city man in Randolph
-Worcester police thwart daytime break-in, bust armed suspect
-James Freeman, of Worcester, pleads not guilty in shooting near courthouse
-15-year-old opens eatery in Worcester
-Worcester: the City that Reads book drive kicks off
-Mike Benedetti: City Council Preview -- Inclusionary Zoning and Regular Zoning
-Radio Worcester (9:32): Dr. Michael Hirsh's Worcester health & COVID update
-For more than 40 years, The Mountain Barn restaurant in Princeton was a beloved dining destination
-Unsolved: Worcester -- "Did Sue Paye Run Away?". Video (14:51). Audio (16:37)
-Channel 5's "Made in Mass.": Holden man's Brew Biscuits turn beer-brewing grains into delicious dog treats (2:31). Article
>BARS & BANDS (brought to you by Wachusett Wine & Spirits): The Mayor’s Live Music List for Tuesday
>SHOWTIME: Historical Museum hosts free event on Worcester photography
-National Baseball Poetry Festival in Worcester will be poetry in motion
-Carrying On: Alan James' leatherwork helps author to heal
-Shaun Connolly: Bad Advice
-A Word from Echo (24:04): James Lambert III, Anthony Barbosa and Steph Corio
>OBITUARIES (brought to you by G9 Financial): Tribute to a Gold Star mother from Worcester
-ICYMI: Worcester celebrates North High School boys basketball state champions (:36)
-Related: Article and gallery (34 photos)
-4 major construction projects are reshaping Worcester’s Canal District
-Worcester school Superintendent Rachel Monárrez 9 months in: "There’s just not enough space"
See the rest of the day's Worcester news
>HOLDEN (brought to you by Lamoureux Ford and Brilla Coffee Roasters): Assessor's office closed 2-3 on Tuesday
-Holden police wants to I.D. man who stole from firewood money box
-Lamoureux Ford has some amazing cars you would not expect (1:25)
>THE BURBS (brought to you by North End Motor Sales): Postal worker from Douglas charged with stealing from government
-Auburn school chief who resigned amid dissertation probe appointed principal at Quaboag
-West Boylston police log March 20th to 26th
-New officer in Shrewsbury sworn in
-Channel 5 "Wake Up Call' from Shrewsbury Middle School Unified Basketball Team (:51)
-Grafton 3-sport student-athlete masters time management to accomplish her goals
-2 firefighters injured in blaze at Ayer home
-Nashoba budget proposal heading to member towns
>SPORTS: Robert Kraft: Meek Mill says Lamar Jackson has Patriots interest
-Belichick shoots down Lamar Jackson talk while at league meetings
-Bravehearts announce earliest sellout in team history
-Camilo Illanes named Hilton Garden Inn Crusader of the Week
-Bruins broke this longtime team record with gutsy road win on Sunday
-Worcester Hockey Alumni highlights, NHL week 24
>CARS: NEW! Bertera. Huge Selection. Great Prices. (3:29)
-RVs at Clearance Prices at Fuller RV Rentals and Sales (1:07)
>NATIONAL: 39 dead in fire overnight at a migrant center near the U.S.-Mexico border
-3 children, 3 adults killed at Christian school in Nashville
-Tragic: Heartbreaking video shows moment 1-year-old boy is dumped at border
>NEW ENGLAND: Man hit and killed by bus at Logan Airport
-Sen. Elizabeth Warren announces run for third term
-Patriots owner Robert Kraft launches $25 million initiative to fight antisemitism
>BUSINESS: Up to 80 percent of workers could see jobs impacted by A.I.
-Economy reporter breaks down Fed's decision to raise interest rate
>FOOD: Fans gush over Stanley Tucci's pasta-for-breakfast recipe
>COLLEGES: Clark ranks 4, WPI 14th among Princeton Review's best game design programs
-Anna Maria AMCAST (26:40): Communication with Professor Travis Maruska
>HEALTH: Worcester woman on verge of death from COVID lives to tell her story
-Free COVID vaccinations on Tuesday: 9-noon and 1-4 at AIDS Project Worcester
>HOMES: See all homes sold in Worcester County, March 19th to 26th
>TV/STREAMING: P.B.S. documentary on Holy Cross grad Anthony Fauci covers a career of crises
>MOVIES: Studio desperate for more "John Wick" films with Keanu Reeves
>CELEBRITY: Adele extends Las Vegas residency, plans concert film
>ANIMALS: A cow pretends to sleep to avoid chores
>HISTORY: Historical & architectural tour of Worcester City Hall (11:49)
>GOOD NEWS (brought to you by Bertera Nissan): Chick-fil-A arranges special date for couple married 72 years
-Meanwhile, in California, loose tire sends car flipping in air on freeway (:15)
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Classifieds
+Housekeeper at Canal District bar
-Servers wanted at Worcester restaurant
-Head host and hosts at Downtown Worcester restaurant
-Multiple positions for Wonder Bar's Polar Park location
-Grounds crew for Worcester Bravehearts
-Director of Planning and Community Development, Town of Holden
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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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