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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 (:32). High of 54 in Worcester
>TOP OF THE NEWS
+6:00: Worcester police to get pay bump for body camera program: Contract
+6:00: Worcester Schools open robot summer camp enrollment
+6:00: Auburn and Leominster locations are among the Bed Bath & Beyond locations closing
+6:00: Worcester hockey alumni highlights, NHL week 28
+6:00: Adoption Option: Gus the dog waiting for loving home
+Noon: State House recognition, key to the city of Worcester among latest honors for North High
-Community Healthlink president out after state inspection prompts suspension of detox programs, 80 layoffs
-Canal District restaurant listed for sale for $2.3 million (pictured)
-No liquor for Worcester Walmart as city says area is already well served
-Drone video of progress at new Doherty High (1:45)
-Are safe injection sites the answer to rising drug overdose deaths in Worcester?
-Vocero Hispano: 04-21-2023 al 04-27-2023
-Amie Shei, Health Foundation of Central Mass.: Let's make free fares in Worcester permanent
-Worcester Public Schools announces third quarter honor rolls
-Here's where the city of Worcester will be street sweeping on Monday
-NEW! Unsolved: Worcester -- "Solved or Unsolved? - The Murder of Vicki Lehtinen". Video (17:13). Audio (18:40)
>HOMES: 5 new properties for sale in Worcester
>BARS & BANDS (brought to you by Wachusett Wine & Spirits): The Mayor’s Live Music List for Monday
>SHOWTIME: "Epicenter 508" Vol. 2, No. 3 (1:12:16)
-What Worcester's Reading: Annie's Book Stop
-Lorie Martiska Lorie: Common myths about homelessness
-Jennifer Julien Gaskin: How racism contributes to cannabis prohibition and legalization
-WCCA-TV's The American Constitutionalist No. 4 (20:36): Grievances from the Declaration of Independence
-WCCA-TV's Tech Safe No. 2 (28:43): Safer Solutions
>OBITUARIES: Tribute to man who served on the Urban Design Committee for 25 years
-ICYMI: Worcester developer proposes 98-unit affordable housing project
-Fidelity Investments eyes new Shrewsbury location
-New D.I.Y. doughnut shop is set to open its doors next month in Worcester
-How does gun violence in Worcester compare with the state, and the nation?
See the rest of the day's Worcester news
>HOLDEN (brought to you by Lamoureux Ford and Brilla Coffee Roasters): Community Garden Committee has big plans this growing season
>THE BURBS (brought to you by North End Motor Sales): Sturbridge's Robin Lataille in need of 2nd kidney transplant
-West Boylston Pride Park funding set with C.P.A.; A.R.P.A. backup
-Shrewsbury municipal election candidate statements
-New Innovation Career Pathways awarded to Millbury High School
-Grafton Historical Society announces upcoming events, Volunteers of the Year
-Douglas High School one of several schools to receive "Innovation Career Pathways" award
-Big Brothers Big Sisters hosts 60th anniversary big celebration
>SPORTS: Celtics beats Hawks for 3-1 lead
-Bruins top Panthers, 6-2, leads series 3-1
-Red Sox beat Brewers, 12-5
-Country club set to host first Worcester County Women's Amateur
>CARS: The all new all electric Ariya has arrived at Bertera Nissan! (5:43)
>NATIONAL: Iowa teens accused of killing Spanish teacher over bad grade plead guilty
-39 bodies dug up in cult investigation of pastor in Kenya
-Tragic: Baby boy found unresponsive in Waltham dies at hospital
>NEW ENGLAND: 5 charged in youth game brawl; man later died of heart event
-Shrewsbury Rep. Kane on Pike project in Boston: Don't forget Central Mass. commuters
>FOOD: People are losing their minds over how Parmesan cheese is made
>TRAVEL (brought to you by Fuller RV & Rental): 5 classes you should take when traveling
>SHOPPING: Bed Bath & Beyond files for bankruptcy protection
>HEALTH: A new COVID variant may trigger a never-before-seen symptom, especially in kids
-Narcan nasal spray maker aims for over-the-counter price of less than $50
>BUSINESS: How the "bare minimum Mondays" craze is tackling burnout
-Procter & Gamble profits from 10% price hike amid inflation
>COLLEGES: Anna Maria Social Work Student Spotlight: Phylicia O’Dell
>TV/STREAMING: Charlie Sheen and Chuck Lorre reunite on "How to be a bookie," 12 years after nasty public feud
>MOVIES: Bryan Cranston, Allison Janney to star in drama "Everything’s Going to Be Great"
>CELEBRITY: Angela Bassett is opening up about her snub at the Oscars
>HISTORY: Bancroft Tower in Worcester, 1906
>ANIMALS: Guy is the best friend a squirrel could have (3:32)
>GOOD NEWS (brought to you by Bertera Nissan): Heart recipient meets organ donor's parents
-Meanwhile, in Iowa, sinkhole grows to 40 feet wide
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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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