In and around The 016 - Wednesday, July 12th

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  In The News

  >WEATHER: Watch Mark Rosenthal's 7-day forecast (:37). High of 90 today in Worcester

  >TOP OF THE NEWS

  +6:00: While its Worcester warehouse sits idle, Amazon has been paying property taxes. Here's how much.

  +6:00: Worcester 311 mobile app now available for download

  +6:00: Man stabbed in chest at Planet Fitness in Gardner (2:15)
  
  

  +Noon: Worcester convenience store sells $100,000 lottery ticket

  +Noon: Listen Up: Linnea's Garden, Ashley Deyj. Rose Gold Glasses

  +Noon: Last Call: Novelist Courtney Kuketz
  
  

  -Surveillance images show assault at Worcester Popeye's over wrong order (:26). Article

  -Suspect in Colby Avenue shooting, standoff held without bail

  -Related: Worcester police ask for public’s help in Colby Avenue standoff investigation

  -Earlier: Restraining orders issued against resident of Worcester house in 13-hour standoff

  -Huge bobcat spotted in Worcester neighborhood (1:41). Article

  -Judge tosses former Holy Cross coach's lawsuit

  -Developer plans second big Shrewsbury Street apartment building

  -$11.3 million in counterfeit goods seized in Shrewsbury storage units, police say

  -Bystanders rescue mother, 2 boys from fiery wreck in Charlton (1:53). Article

  -Worcester Public Schools releases Night Life schedule

  -Worcester Public Schools summer meals schedule

  -NEW! Unsolved: Worcester -- 50th Anniversary of Worcester's Deadliest Fire - Part 1. Video (22:57). Audio (24:06)

  >DINING OUT: How restaurants can trick diners into spending more

  -Millbury woman completes Rosalina’s Kitchen "Avalanche" Italian dish challenge

  -NEW! Meg's Journey, Part 4 (11:26): Meg describes how she had to navigate the healthcare system to get needed care

  -Earlier: Meg's Journey, Part 3 (9:20); Meg's Journey, Part 2 (6:11); Meg's Journey, Part 1 (7:12)

  -Related: Fundraiser for Meg and her family

  -ICYMI: Legendary rock band Chicago coming to Worcester

  -Worcester man sentenced to 12 years in federal prison for child sex abuse images

  -Brother of Polar Beverages stabbing suspect contacted victim, prosecutor says

  -Worcester rolls out 311 app to report problems, nuisance

  -See the rest of the day's Worcester news

  
  >HOLDEN (brought to you by Lamoureux Ford and Brilla Coffee Roasters): 2023-24 before and after school registration open

  -Lamoureux Ford is your headquarters for the Ford F-150 (5:49)

  -60 shall be nifty for enhanced Fred Warren Road Race in Holden

  -Watch as Brilla Coffee travels 2,000 miles from Nicaragua to your cup (2:52)

  >THE BURBS (brought to you by North End Motor Sales): Patriots stars visit Ron Burton Training Village in Hubbardston (3:40)

  -Charging stations and banners come to Clinton

  -Temporary off-ramp for Mass Pike, I-495 opens

  -NEW! Enter to win WooSox tickets, Dunkin cards and swag from North End Motor Sales

  -Sterling Greenery opens new location in Paxton

  -Shrewsbury Select Board makes appointments to town committees

  -Weaving community through art and music at the Alternatives' Whitin Mill

  -Explore the world of Herbert Hosmer
   

  >BARS & BANDS: The Mayor’s Live Music List for Wednesday

  >SHOWTIME: Lavender Darcangelo of Fitchburg makes big impression on "America's Got Talent"

  -Related: Heidi Klum shares video of Lavender's audition (9:31)

  -Band Gold Star Blvd. ready to rock in Worcester

  -Destructor set for Stormbringer Metal Festival at Ralph's Rock Diner

  -Exploring the beautiful and fascinating libraries of Central Mass.

  -Janice Harvey: History, school memories in visit to Watergate Hotel

  -Radio Worcester (8:19): Alex Guardiola weighs in on homeless encampment debate

  -WCCA-TV's Rosen's Roundtable No. 510 (27:59): Safe Injection Sites/2 Gage Street

  -WCCA-TV's Activate Worcester No. 317 (28:27): Chris Pinto

  >OBITUARIES: Tribute to Worcester man who was a 50-year member of Eastside Post 201 and was known for his cake baking and decorating skills
  
  

  >SPORTS: National League snaps All-Star Game losing streak

  -Tour of the new Gillette Stadium renovations (2:49)

  -Punch-Out at Polar Park boxing card August 4th takes shape with local fighters on slate

  -St. John's grad Tyler Nielsen boosts Bravehearts bullpen this summer

  -Bravehearts fall, 8-7, remain in first place. Next home game: 6:30 p.m. Wednesday

  -WooBall Weekly: Bravehearts sit atop league standings after 4-2 week

  -Craft Beer, live music, free hot dog, and a chance to be seen on TV. Bravehearts' holding Craft Beer Night on Thursday

  -Pirates drop crucial game to Wranglers, 37-32
   

  >CARS: See the most economical EV at Bertera Nissan, the Nissan Leaf (6:01)

  -NATIONAL: Leslie Van Houten, follower of cult leader Charles Manson, released from California prison

  -Historic California red tide killing, sickening sea lions, dolphins

  -Tragic: 9-year-old killed at grandma's birthday party

  >NEW ENGLAND: Extreme flooding leaves path of destruction in Vermont (2:34)

  >COLLEGES: Worcester State faculty and students receive summer research grants

  -UMass Medical School, UMass Memorial launch Lupus Center
  
  

  >HOMES: 10 most expensive homes sold in Worcester County, July 2nd to 8th. 10 least expensive

  >TRAVEL (brought to you by Fuller RV & Rental): 7 unbelievably charming European medieval walled cities to visit

  >BUSINESS: Inflation is believed to have slowed sharply in June

  -Bank of America accused of opening fake accounts and charging illegal junk fees

  >FOOD: Understanding this food label could save you thousands

  >SHOPPING: Total coverage of Amazon Prime Day July 11th and 12th

  -Best Buy Black Friday in July sale; Walmart+ Week sales; Target Circle Week sales

  >HEALTH: Over 3 in 4 Americans contracted COVID by end of 2022, a C.D.C. review of blood data shows
  
  

  >TV/STREAMING: The wildest talk show moments of 2023 so far

  >MOVIES: Jamie Lee Curtis says "Freaky Friday 2" will “for sure” happen – but not until writers' strike ends

  >CELEBRITY: Aretha Franklin's 2014 handwritten will found valid by a jury

  >ANIMALS: Worcester area pets up for adoption -- Meet Quinn, Luna and more

  >HISTORY: White City Amusement Park in the mid-1940's (1:51)

  >GOOD NEWS (brought to you by Bertera Nissan): Quick-thinking manager saves suicidal man from Connecticut River

  -Meanwhile, in Australia, apartment listing goes viral after renters spot hilarious detail

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