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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 (:37). High of 48 in Worcester
>TOP OF THE NEWS
+6:00: Worcester planning major overhaul of Bell Hill Park
+6:00: New dispensary to open in April on Millbrook Street
+Noon: Man dead of self-inflicted injury after Mass Pike crash Thursday from Worcester, police say
+Noon: It's Friday! Check Dining Out and Bars & Bands before making plans
+Noon: Will Dailey to give listeners unique concert experience at Club 321
+Noon: New movies and shows to watch this weekend
+Noon: New movies on demand: "Avatar: The Way Of Water," "The Son," and more
+Noon: First Person: How a trip to Greece revealed a son's love of animals
-Local artist restores vandalized mural honoring fallen Worcester officer (pictured)
-Morning 2-alarm fire causes significant damage to Worcester three-decker
-Weeks of road closures in Worcester starting with water line project
-2 men arrested in Worcester for drugs, ammunition
-Suspect taken into custody after fleeing police stop, leading officers into Ashburnham and causing school to lock down
-Worcester residents share stories facing crisis of affordable housing
-Worcester officials to tour safe injection site in New York City
-Burncoat High orchestra headed to D.C. after rush of donations
-4 Anna Maria College students recognized for saving Philadelphia family from fire
-WCCA-TV's Rosen's Roundtable celebrates 500 episodes (28:12): 2009-2023
-Worcester: the City that Reads book drive kicks off
-Table Hoppin': Mark Bittman looks forward to "Taste + Talk" event
>BARS & BANDS (brought to you by Wachusett Wine & Spirits): The Mayor’s Live Music List for Friday
>SHOWTIME: Five Things To Do: Many Voices, Impressionism, James Montgomery ...
-Short films get long look as Mass. Indie film fest returns to Worcester
-Aislinn Doyle: Worcester Public Schools in Brief March 2023
-Jennifer Julien Gaskin: Reproductive Justice is Life or Death
>OBITUARIES (brought to you by G9 Financial): Tribute to former host and cook at El Morocco who also owned a market
-ICYMI: Worcester B&E suspects have ruff time with K9 Beebs
-Veterans gather in Worcester to recognize National Vietnam War Veterans Day
-"A huge injustice": Worcester denies several small nonprofits A.R.P.A. funding
-Developer purchases large, undeveloped parcel on Grafton Street in Worcester
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>HOLDEN (brought to you by Lamoureux Ford and Brilla Coffee Roasters): Holden exploring options under multifamily regulations
-Jazzed Up Duo at Val's on Saturday
-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
-Lamoureux Ford has some amazing cars you would not expect (1:25)
>THE BURBS (brought to you by North End Motor Sales): Westborough Board of Health shuts down restaurant
-3-alarm fire displaces 7, causes extensive damage to North Brookfield home
-Shrewsbury names new Elder Affairs liaison
-Second 40B project negotiation opened by Sutton Select Board
-"Mean Girls" to take the stage at Grafton High School this weekend
-Multi-sport Carmichael brings steady hand to Grafton basketball and softball
-Tactical emergency response training held at Thomas Prince School in Princeton
-Luther Burbank students perform “Beauty and the Beast”
-Charlton police sergeant fined $10,000 after using cell phone search for private use
>SPORTS: Bruins wrap up Presidents’ Trophy with win
-Celtics demolish NBA-leading Bucks, 140-99
-Red Sox lose home opener, 10-9
-Everything to know about WooSox Opening Day on Friday
-Parking options around Polar Park
-Dave Paulsen introduced as Holy Cross men’s basketball head coach
-Related: Dave Paulsen introductory press conference (38:15)
-Bravehearts announce earliest sellout in team history
-Worcester Academy junior Kayvaun Mulready changes commitment
>CARS: NEW! Bertera. Huge Selection. Great Prices. (3:29)
-RVs at Clearance Prices at Fuller RV Rentals and Sales (1:07)
>NATIONAL: Former president indicted by Manhattan grand jury on more than 30 counts
-Covenant School security expert says the quick thinking of teachers saved lives
-Tragic: 1-year-old fatally shot by 5-year-old sibling who found gun
>NEW ENGLAND: Mass. woman to be sentenced in beating death of infant niece
-Mass. reports 2,023 new COVID cases, 59 deaths this week
>SHOPPING: Jewelry store opens in the Canal District
>BUSINESS: Central Mass. unemployment rates continue rise, near 2022 levels
-Central Mass. private colleges have $3.8 billion in economic impact: Study
>FOOD: Cup Noodles’ new ramen flavor puts your breakfast cravings into a cup
>COLLEGES: Conan O'Brien spotted at WPI campus
-5 things to know about Anna Maria’s Social Work Conference on April 26th
>HEALTH: UMass Medical School prof: How xylazine increases overdose risk
-Free COVID vaccinations on Saturday: Noon-4 at Worcester Public Library
>HOMES: Worcester area real estate roundup
>TV/STREAMING: C.N.N. primetime ratings down 61% in March
>MOVIES: How to watch "Avatar: The Way of Water" on streaming platforms
>CELEBRITY: Gwyneth Paltrow wins ski crash trial against ailing doctor
>HISTORY: Salem Square in Worcester, around 1895
>ANIMALS: Rescue dog stayed in crate for days until she was home (3:09)
>GOOD NEWS (brought to you by Bertera Nissan): Boy sleeps in tent for 3 years, raises $860,000 for hospice
-Meanwhile, in South Africa, watch as crocodile joins picnic, steals cooler
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Classifieds
-Catering, Bartenders & Concessions Staff at Creedon & Co.
-YouthGROW Mentor, Driver at Regional Environmental Council
-Housekeeper at Canal District bar
-Multiple positions for Wonder Bar's Polar Park location
-Grounds crew for Worcester Bravehearts
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In The News
>WEATHER: Mark Rosenthal's 7-day forecast (:32). High of 66 today in Worcester
>TOP OF THE NEWS
-Authorities identify Worcester woman killed in Virginia bus crash
-Earlier: 25-year-old Worcester woman, Greenfield family among 5 killed in crash (2:36). Article
-Fireball caused loud boom heard across Mass., NASA says (4:24). Article
-City suspends market's liquor license
-Here’s why Worcester can’t put traffic lights, beacons at a dangerous crosswalk
-"The end of an era": Remembering Spag Borgatti’s passing, 30 years later
-DCU Center to keep name for now, as credit union extends sponsorship for $4.2 million
-Markey secures Mass. Dems’ nod over Moulton, igniting generational showdown in Senate primary
-Related: 2 Democrats, 2 paths: Markey and Moulton in Worcester (2:06)
-Despite recent stabbings on the Common, Downtown Worcester events to continue
-Nichols plans to absorb Anna Maria fire science, other programs
-18 new condos on Elm Street are for sale. Take a look inside
-Here's the last day of school for every Worcester County public district
-Worcester Guardian Week in Review: Segregation lawsuit, school budget questions, Holy Cross heads to Texas
>DINING OUT: Phantom Gourmet's Great 8 Chinese Restaurants (5:41)
-Popular eatery's second location officially opens in Westborough
-ICYMI: Anna Maria's abrupt closure was a "knife in the heart" for faculty
-World Cup watch parties set for Worcester Common
-Ghanaian restaurant in Worcester ready to give World Cup fans taste of home country (2:07)
-Worcester jury finds driver guilty in 2022 death of man in wheelchair
-See the rest of the day's Worcester news
>HOLDEN (brought to you by Lamoureux Ford): Among Friends senior newsletter
-Lamoureux Ford wins record 29th Ford President's Award (4:16)
-Annual town meeting 7 p.m. June 8th
>THE BURBS (brought to you by North End Motor Sales): 2 juveniles hospitalized after e-bike collides with vehicle in Clinton
-Group seeks probe into Rutland July Fourth cancellation
-3 charged after stolen dirt bike recovered, illegal gun seized in Webster
-Worker in Southbridge McDonald's french fry case due in Dudley court
-Douglas man under surveillance arrested on trafficking charge after picking up crack
-Leominster man accused of civil rights violation after open bottle report at Allen’s
-39 Elm Street emerges as flashpoint in Southbridge Town Council race
-Westborough High students learn beekeeping basics in innovative class
-Fixing crowns and funding communities: Dudley Woman's Club closes out fundraising year
>BARS & BANDS: The Mayor's Live Music List for Sunday
-Former Manor and Draught House owner launches Prohibition Beer
>SHOWTIME: Things to Do: Black Veil, Basement Sessions, Johnny Blue Horn and more
-WCCA-TV's Video Jam No. 1377 (30:00): The Rolling Stones, Gracie Abrams, The Black Keys and more
>OPINION: Ray Mariano: Too many administrators bloat Worcester school budget
-Shaun Connolly: Spend the $609 to go to a World Cup game
-Laurel: At your service at the class volleyball game
-Manny Jae Media (50:55): 508 LIVE!
-Radio Worcester Roundtable (47:47): Is Worcester safe? Crime perception and city challenges
>OBITUARIES: Tribute to award-winning baker who worked at Crown and Widoff's bakeries
>SPORTS: Here's the full lineup for Drake Maye's charity softball game today at Polar Park
-Ex-Patriots coach Jerod Mayo lands new job — with private equity firm
-Red Sox beat Cleveland, 9-1
-Bravehearts single-game tickets on sale now
-Holy Cross baseball’s season ends at Austin Regional
-Win WooSox tickets courtesy of North End Motor Sales
-WooSox fall to Scranton/Wilkes-Barre, 7-2
-St. John's senior star, brother with autism team up on baseball field
>NATIONAL: Couple found dead were victims of Tom Selleck impersonator scam
-Why are more young people angry about A.I.? Researcher says there's been a "meaningful shift" with Gen Z (1:56). Article
-Tragic: High school graduate's home burns down during graduation ceremony
-Concertgoer dies week after being kicked in head by crowd surfer at rock festival
>NEW ENGLAND: State police hit with $25 million lawsuit (2:11)
-Maine lawn mower accident leaves child critically injured
>COLLEGES: 2 Clark students earn awards for research in Brazil, Poland
-How can UMass make up for money cut by federal government? (9:25)
>TRAVEL (brought to you by Fuller RV & Rental): 9 costs travelers forget to budget for
-Yosemite ditches reservations, descends into chaos (2:03)
>BUSINESS: Reality-mimicking A.I. fuels spike in scams (1:59)
-Unity Radio's Black in Business (57:34): Kwame Appiah, founder, Kumasi Soccer and Unity Street Soccer
>HOMES: The best plants for beginners to grow
>HEALTH: Doctor explains what residents should know about mpox
-Opthamologist's advice for protecting eyes from summer sun (3:09)
>FOOD: Dish on a Dime (3:22): Spicy Cajun shrimp pasta
>TV/STREAMING: Trailer for new Sacha Baron Cohen, Rosamund Pike Netflix movie, "Ladies First" (2:39)
>MOVIES: "Obsession" craze explained: Shocker horror hit makes 100 times its budget
>CELEBRITY: All the celebrities invited to Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce's wedding
-Mandy Moore names former child star who got her into "underage drinking"
>ANIMALS: Pig stops highway traffic to save her own life (2:33)
>HISTORY: Lake Boon was once a major tourist destination
>GOOD NEWS: Man stops for bread, wins $500,000 lottery prize
-Meanwhile, in Idaho, man balances running chainsaw on his chin for over 4 minutes
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