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In The News
>WEATHER: Watch Mark Rosenthal's 7-day forecast (:44). High of 83 today in Worcester
>TOP OF THE NEWS
+6:00: Former Worcester Superintendent Maureen Binienda (pictured) signs contract to lead Easthampton schools, starts Saturday
+6:00: Wildfire smoke should bypass Mass.; wet weather a risk for July 4 fireworks
+6:00: U2's 1983 Worcester Centrum show started "an unforgettable fire"
+6:00: Mechanics Hall set to hang first portraits of Black historic figures
+6:00: City Manager Eric Batista gets mostly positive reviews from council in first evaluation
+Noon: Westborough police say Worcester man threatened to kill ex-girlfriend
+Noon: Worcester pizza shop sells $50,000 lottery prize
+Noon: TODAY! Worcester restaurant Grand Opening 4-6 p.m.
+Noon: Listen Up: Cliff Goodwin and crew deliver exciting blast of blues
+Noon: Holdin' Back: The 60's won't be holding back the 60s music this summer
+Noon: Last Call: Worcester's Samir Tokatli on preserving Syrian heritage
+Noon: Writing Lines: Traveler's tales and more
+Noon: Jazzed Up gigs Friday and Saturday
-12-year-old boys driving S.U.V. taken from Southbridge, police say
-Worcester man to serve 6 to 7 years in shooting that brought S.W.A.T. response
-2 restaurateurs purchase their locations on Worcester’s restaurant row
-Section of Cambridge Street closes for 3 to 4 weeks
-City councilor blasts Chamber of Commerce letter on encampment sweeps
-Bill Shaner: Before Adam was dead, Adam was blight
-Earlier: 34-year-old man found dead in Worcester park
-Worcester Walks: Blackstone Gateway Park, a hidden gem off off Route 146
-Woman sues Worcester "pregnancy center" after her ectopic pregnancy ruptured
-A.G. Healey's office urged Worcester to shun crisis pregnancy center law
-New W.R.T.A. leader: 3 finalists in running for top Worcester transit job
-Record-breaking travel anticipated for July Fourth weekend, A.A.A. says
-Oxford's Geoffrey Esper looks to upset Joey Chestnut at July Fourth Nathan's hot dog contest
-Find July 4th fireworks around Worcester
-Unsolved: Worcester -- "Bludgeoned to Death Behind a Gas Station". Video (14:48). Audio (16:00)
>FOOD: Trombetta's vs. Froze Zone in final round of Best Central Mass. Ice Cream Stand contest
-ICYMI: Just 5 years old, a $12 million visitor center in Worcester is closed, its future unclear
-Market moves toward reopening in Worcester
-Worcester couple out for a walk finds man in their car, suspect arrested after fight
-5 Johns busted in sting at Worcester hotels: W.P.D.
-See the rest of the day's Worcester news
>HOLDEN (brought to you by Lamoureux Ford and Brilla Coffee Roasters): Holden police warn residents to lock their car doors
-Watch as Brilla Coffee travels 2,000 miles from Nicaragua to your cup (2:52)
-From Wachusett Echo: Increased application numbers skew acceptance rates
-Lamoureux Ford wins national award for 26th consecutive year (1:03)
>THE BURBS (brought to you by North End Motor Sales): Celebrations planned for new Hare Krishna temple in Shrewsbury
-33-year-old West Boylston man pleads guilty to drugs, fraud
-Leominster man arrested near St. Anna School following allegations that man yelled at children during recess
-Bramanville Tribune: Big plans
-Community Harvest Project receives Myra Kraft Community M.V.P. Award
-Sutton Historical Society annual bottle and can drive July 8th to 16th
-Clinton High announces its fourth-quarter honor roll
-The Item's Neighbor to Neighbor column
>BARS & BANDS: The Mayor’s Live Music List for Wednesday
>SHOWTIME: Worcester poet Richard Fox reads his poem "Revival"
-Workshop 13's "Show Your Pride" exhibit highlights work of L.G.B.T. artists
-100 FM The Pike (14:54): Dan Zanes talks to Mike Hsu about The Del Fuegos reunion show
-Aislynn Doyle: WPS in Brief for June -- Final FY24 Budget
-Janice Harvey: Customer care and calamity
-WCCA-TV's Talk of Main Street No. 12 (28:35): Former Mayor Konnie Lukes, attorney Stephen Gordon and the016.com founder Mark Henderson
-WCCA-TV's This is Worcester No. 170 (28:03): Aids Project Worcester, Part 2 of 2
>OBITUARIES: Worcester man writes touching tribute to his wife of 70 years
>SPORTS: Former Patriots quarterback Ryan Mallett dies in an apparent drowning
-Red Sox routed by Marlins, 10-1
-Bravehearts Alumni Weekend set for July 28th to 30th
-Bravehearts beat New Britain, 3-1. Next home game: Doubleheader at 4:30 p.m. Wednesday
-WooBall Weekly: Bravehearts 5-2 week keeps them in 2nd place in the standings
-Bill Ballou's Baseball column
-Holy Cross names Drew Michals names assistant men's hockey coach
>CARS: The all new all electric Ariya has arrived at Bertera Nissan! (5:43)
-NATIONAL: Epstein suicide blamed on jail guard negligence and misconduct
-Tragic: Woman dies after stepping on pile of fire ants at her home, family says
>NEW ENGLAND: Missing Maine woman found dead, boyfriend charged with murder
-Man charged in connection with Newton murders held without bail after arraignment
>COLLEGES: TODAY! Q.C.C. to showcase educational opportunities for new arrivals
-Worcester State celebrates growing Loyal Lancers donor society
-Education consortium names Holy Cross president as next chair
>BUSINESS: The Central Mass. economy remains resilient: Viewpoint
-F.T.C. sues Amazon over Prime sign-up and cancellation process
>SHOPPING: When is Amazon Prime Day (and what to expect)?
>HEALTH: 18.2 percent of Mass. adults have been diagnosed with depression: C.D.C.
-C.D.C. issues warning about the first locally acquired cases of malaria in the U.S. in 20 years
>FOOD: This "violent" banana-peeling hack "feels illegal to know"
>TRAVEL (brought to you by Fuller RV & Rental): Most walkable cities in the U.S. for car-free trips
>HOMES: Check out these homes for sale in Worcester
>TV/STREAMING: Ryan Seacrest to replace Pat Sajak as host of "Wheel of Fortune"
>MOVIES: "Star Wars" -- 20 memorable quotes from the iconic films
>CELEBRITY: Julian Sands dead: Actor, 65, disappeared on January hike
>ANIMALS: Mama dog wouldn’t let anyone near her babies until… (2:56)
>HISTORY: A century ago in Shrewsbury, outdoor pursuits were less placid
>GOOD NEWS (brought to you by Bertera Nissan): Boy who walked 6 miles to graduation gets college scholarship (2:36)
-Meanwhile, in Texas, watch as herd of escaped goats grazes through neighborhood
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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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