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In The News
>WEATHER: Watch Mark Rosenthal's 7-day forecast (:49). High of 92 today in Worcester
>TOP OF THE NEWS
-Downtown Worcester eatery closes
-Action urged on former Big D market site on Mill Street by city councilor, candidate
-Judge rebuffs lawyer's attempts to depose city leaders on police prostitution allegations
-Maureen Schwab eyes Worcester District 4 City Council seat in 2023
-Worcester candidate forums come before preliminary election
-Ray Mariano: Changes to Shrewsbury Street mirror changes to downtown
-Worcester looks into creating commissions focused on Black, LGBTQ residents
-Dog dies, house heavily damaged in Barre fire
-Mega Millions jackpot climbs to $1.05 billion after another drawing without a big winner
>DINING OUT: Today is National Chicken Wing Day
-ICYMI: Woman arrested in Leominster in connection to death of her 5-year-old son
-3 luxury cars stolen from dealership totaling over $120,000
-Worcester ceremony commemorates 70 years since end of Korean War
-Second Worcester West Nile sample confirmed in Burncoat
-See the rest of the day's Worcester news
>HOLDEN (brought to you by Lamoureux Ford): Holden bandstand concert 6-8 Sunday
-Lamoureux Ford is your headquarters for the Ford F-150 (5:49)
>THE BURBS (brought to you by North End Motor Sales): Additional plaintiffs not allowed in Beal Commons appeal
-TODAY! Shrewsbury yard waste drop-off 8-noon Saturday
-TODAY! Rutland Food Truck Festival returns Saturday
-Auburn bookstore founders embrace entrepreneur mentality: "Do it scared"
-Chef brings special creations to Simple Man in Clinton
-Southbridge man sentenced from drug distribution conspiracy
-Enter to win WooSox tickets, Dunkin cards and swag from North End Motor Sales
-In Winchendon, farm owner gets stolen cow skull back
-Garden clubs invited to enter Sterling Fair
-Whittier Farms to receive food security grant
-Bolton won't waive fees for school project
>BARS & BANDS: The Mayor’s Live Music List for Saturday
>SHOWTIME: Five Things To Do: Greg Piccolo, "Fiddler," Vivi & DaFunk ...
-100FM The Pike (4:39): The Pike Breakdown lane for July 28th
-Square One Players embracing "Spamalot" with silliness and love
-First Person: In Celtics playoff run, more than one path to victory
-Jennifer Julien Gaskin: Take me off your Black friends list, please
-Radio Worcester (22:19): Sheilah Dooley and Melissa Wenderoth of Pernet Family Health discuss early intervention
-WCCA-TV's Chandler Chat No. 392 (27:48): V.N.A. Care
-WCCA-TV's Tech Safe No. 14 (28:34): Screens and eye strain
>OBITUARIES: Tribute to Worcester native who opened the groundbreaking retail store in Los Angeles
>SPORTS: Red Sox beat Giants, 3-2
-Holy Cross grad Declan Cronin is called up to the majors
-Bravehearts win in Pittsfield, 9-5. Next home game: 6:30 p.m. Saturday (Saturday Night Live feat. Connor Henry & Kevin Michael)
-Worcester Fire Department beats Worcester Police Department, 9-8, on game's final play
-WooSox fall to Rochester, 6-5
-Oxford right-hander Anthony Pingleton transfers from Anna Maria to Division 1 North Alabama
-Holy Cross 'Sader Stories: Women's volleyball player Sanaea Simmons
-4 Pirates named to All-Rookie Team
>CARS: See the most economical EV at Bertera Nissan, the Nissan Leaf (6:01)
-Ford recalls 870,000 F-150 pickups because parking brakes can turn on unexpectedly
-NATIONAL: Carlee Russell charged in Alabama abduction hoax
-Police searching apartment of Chicago man charged in man’s killing find woman dead in refrigerator
-Tragic: Dad-to-be killed in crash leaving gender reveal party for child
>NEW ENGLAND: 2 dead following murder-suicide at apartment in Conn., police say
-12-year-old girl driving her dad's truck leads police on car chase through several towns
>TRAVEL (brought to you by Fuller RV & Rental): What to expect on an Antarctic cruise
>BUSINESS: W.B.J.'s Outstanding Women in Business nominations due at the start of August
-Kim Komando: Read this before signing up for Amazon Clinic
>SHOPPING: Where to find free school supplies for 2023-24 academic year
>COLLEGES: Clark Challenge. Change. podcast (8:37): Professor examines Barbie's existential crisis in blockbuster film
>HEALTH: Drug shortages’ effects on cancer research may be felt for years to come
-New "miracle" drug has "given me my life back," Alzheimer’s patient says
>HOMES: Worcester area real estate roundup
>FOOD: Trader Joe's cookies may contain rocks: Recall
>TV/STREAMING: New movies and shows to watch this weekend
>MOVIES: New movies on demand -- "The Little Mermaid," "Joy Ride," and more
>CELEBRITY: 101-year-old Norman Lear reflects on his birthday
>HISTORY: Civil War Monument, Shrewsbury Common, circa 1900
>ANIMALS: Worcester area pet adoption -- Cats, dogs and more
>GOOD NEWS (brought to you by Bertera Nissan): Baby carried to safety by stray dog after being abandoned in trash
-Meanwhile, in South Boston, aggressive seagulls force popular restaurant to shut down outdoor dining
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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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