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In The News
>WEATHER: Watch Mark Rosenthal's 7-day forecast (:43). High of 54 in Worcester
>TOP OF THE NEWS
+6:00: Worcester Fire Department hockey team plays for charity on Saturday
+6:00: W.R.T.A.'s free buses should stay for another year, committee recommends
+Noon: Charlton police sergeant fined $10,000 after using cell phone search For private use
+Noon: Ilah Cibis Jewelry opens up shop in the Canal District
+Noon: Listen Up: Smither, Delmhorst, Foucault, others team for Conway fête
+Noon: Last Call: Veterinarian and author Dr. Karen Fine on pet loss
-Worcester diocese issues law banning hookup apps
-Worcester man charged with strangling, assaulting police officer found incompetent to stand trial
-U.S. Attorney Rollins visits Worcester NAACP, talks police inquiry
-Worcester superintendent responds to Nashville school shooting
-Related: Local school administrators frustrated and saddened by latest shooting
-Search for Worcester's best pizza sliced to 2
-Join the Worcester Now | Next planning workshop on Thursday
-Worcester: the City that Reads book drive kicks off
>ANIMALS: New cats and dogs up for adoption in Worcester
>BARS & BANDS (brought to you by Wachusett Wine & Spirits): The Mayor’s Live Music List for Wednesday
>SHOWTIME: Worcester musicians remember guitarist and producer Buzz Taylor
-Janice Harvey: The "disconnect" between schools and student cellphone use
>OBITUARIES (brought to you by G9 Financial): Tribute to founder of C.P.A. firm and supporter of numerous charities
-ICYMI: 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
-15-year-old opens eatery in Worcester
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>HOLDEN (brought to you by Lamoureux Ford and Brilla Coffee Roasters): Tardy policy negatively affects Wachusett students
-Channel 5's "Made in Mass.": Holden man's Brew Biscuits turn beer-brewing grains into delicious dog treats (2:31). Article
-Dawson Rec basketball court closed in April
-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): Shrewsbury looks to make parking more environmentally friendly
-Soil test change outlined by Sterling Board of Health
-Photos: Clinton students perform “Mamma Mia!”
-Teacher tackles literary legacy of Hamlet
-Berlin nomination papers available for May 8th election
>SPORTS: Wizards rout Celtics, 130-111
-Predators beat Bruins, 2-1
-Holy Cross names Dave Paulsen head men’s basketball coach
-Bravehearts announce earliest sellout in team history
-What fans can expect to see at Polar Park this season
-Several local baseball players are providing a boost to area college programs
-These local softball players are making an impact at area colleges
>CARS: NEW! Bertera. Huge Selection. Great Prices. (3:29)
-Honda recalls more than 330,000 vehicles due to mirror issue
-RVs at Clearance Prices at Fuller RV Rentals and Sales (1:07)
>NATIONAL: Philadelphia officials closely monitor drinking water after a chemical spill
-Death toll climbs to 7 in Pennsylvania candy factory explosion
-Tragic: Marine veteran killed during Uber carjacking
>NEW ENGLAND: Longtime Boston activist, politician, community organizer Mel King dies at 94
-Keene State mourns soccer player killed in crash with logging truck
>BUSINESS: Mass. workers among least likely to resign in the last year
-Push in states for $20 minimum wage as inflation persists
>SHOPPING: Apple launches buy now, pay later service in U.S.
>COLLEGES: Clark International Gala 2023 (2:51:19)
-UMass Medical School Diabetes Center patient success story
>HEALTH: New research suggests physical exercise has "little" mental benefits
-Free COVID vaccinations on Wednesday: 11-5:30 at Worcester Public Library
>HOMES: 10 most expensive homes sold in Worcester County, March 19th to 26th
>TV/STREAMING: Star-studded Netflix murder mystery set to film on Cape Cod
>MOVIES: 50 of the most controversial films ever made
>CELEBRITY: CNN eyes Gayle King-Charles Barkley show amid fall primetime revamp
>HISTORY: The Lido, 40 Pearl Street in Worcester
>GOOD NEWS (brought to you by Bertera Nissan): Stranger saves mother and daughter after snowy car crash
-Only the sharpest minds can find the hidden Ys in this illusion
-Meanwhile, in Pennsylvania, man found dead in home with over 200 snakes and a crocodile
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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: 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
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>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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