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In The News
>WEATHER: Watch Mark Rosenthal's 7-day forecast (1:03). High of 77 today in Worcester
>TOP OF THE NEWS
+6:00: Worcester police ask for help finding 15-year-old girl who ran away from courthouse
+6:00: You have your channels back! Charter, Disney reach new distribution agreement
+6:00: Worcester firefighters hold September 11th ceremony at 9:59 a.m., when South tower collapsed
+6:00: Holy Cross 'Sader Stories (3:10): Remembering 9/11
+6:00: Downtown Worcester bar closes for good, seeks new location
+6:00: WooSox Weekly: WooSox split in Gwinnett drops them farther back in second-half playoff race
+Noon: Former Worcester police chief gets compensation with pension pending
+Noon: Final Beats and Barbecue set
+Noon: Historic lesbian bartender inspires Worcester poet to speak up, not wait
-Hanover Theatre celebrates 15 years in Worcester
-Worcester teacher Janet Cloutier "molding minds" for 27 years
-Out of the Darkness Community Walk looks to raise awarness, prevent suicide in Central Mass.
-Despite rain, pups, people celebrate 25th annual Pet Rock Festival
-Local police department debunks abduction rumors (pictured)
-Ordinances on anti-abortion clinics return to Worcester City Council
-September 11th victims' loved ones do not owe the world hope and inspiration
-The United States marks 22 years since 9/11, from ground zero to Alaska
-Former Lt. Gov. Karyn Polito relishes family time, watching kids play sports
-Pride Worcester takes over downtown with potential record turnout
-For these quilters, sewing isn’t just a hobby. Their stitches honor their ancestors' stories
-ICYMI: Worcester fundraiser held to support family of Harris Wolobah (:53)
-Manny Jae Media (40:34) — Candlelight vigil for Harris Wolobah
-Worcester man allegedly stabs neighbor with box cutter
-Worcester man sentenced to 10-12 years; body found in basement of Penn Ave. house
-Attorney blames Worcester roof collapse on contractors; judge won’t dismiss
>DINING OUT: Pulse Magazine's Eat Beat for September
-See the rest of the day's Worcester news
>HOLDEN (brought to you by Lamoureux Ford): TODAY! Buffet lunch at Senior Center
-Oriol Foundation Health and Wellness Expo on Tuesday
-Lamoureux Ford is your headquarters for the exciting BRONCO SPORT (1:47)
-Holden Recreation hiring staff for before and after school programs
>THE BURBS (brought to you by North End Motor Sales): Millbury town manager search under way
-Douglas couple describes tree crushing their moving car, trapping them inside
-Adam Lapointe appointed new Grafton rec director
-Rutland Select Board announces goals and objectives
-Greenway Challenge includes Lake Singletary swim
>BARS & BANDS: The Mayor’s Live Music List for Monday
>SHOWTIME: Pulse Magazine is taking nominations for 2024 People to Watch
-Worcesteria: Queer AF Fashion Show makes every one a style maven
-Jennifer Julien Gaskin: Gun violence in our communities needs to stop
-Unity Radio (59:13): Unity In The Community
>OBITUARIES: Tribute to a Vietnam veteran from Worcester who worked at Worcester State for 32 years
>SPORTS: 8 takeaways from the Patriots loss in the season opener
-Tom Brady halftime ceremony (8:40)
-Red Sox beat Orioles, 7-3
-WooSox beat Stripers, 6-4
-Hundreds circle the Canal District in annual Canal Diggers 5K in Worcester
-Friday Night Football Frenzy Week 1 highlights
>CARS: See the most economical EV at Bertera Nissan, the Nissan Leaf (6:01)
>NATIONAL: The I.R.S. plans to crack down on 1,600 millionaires to collect millions of dollars in back taxes
-Tragic: 4-year-old twins suffocate to death in toy chest, leaving family shattered
>NEW ENGLAND: Could Mass. schools adopt a 4-day week? (3:44)
-11 people are hurt when a walkway collapses during Maine’s annual lighthouse event
>COLLEGES: Clark nightclub features acclaimed guitarist Albino Mbie
-Free community college tuition turns dream into reality for many in Central Mass.
>TRAVEL (brought to you by Fuller RV & Rental): 8 places to experience fascinating cultural traditions
>BUSINESS: 10 Things I know about ... Pub brewery conversions
-Job interview "coffee cup test" used by corporate executive goes viral
>SHOPPING: New stores open at Solomon Pond Mall
>HEALTH: Magnesium for anxiety — When (and how) to use the supplement to help manage symptoms
-Early lab tests suggest new COVID variant BA.2.86 may be less contagious and less immune-evasive than feared
>FOOD: "I ate all the food at Polar Park" — A review
>HOMES: 5 Mass. homes perfect for lovers of fall, leaf-peepers
>TV/STREAMING: LeVar Burton reportedly finalizing terms on "Trivial Pursuit" hosting gig with the C.W.
>MOVIES: 11 best new movies on Netflix
>CELEBRITY: "GMA" anchor Robin Roberts marries Amber Laign
>ANIMALS: Whales seen synchronized jumping off Mass. coast (:14)
>HISTORY: Today in History for September 11th — September 11th, U.S. comes under attack
>GOOD NEWS (brought to you by Bertera Nissan): Stranger's gift inspires grieving widow (2:36)
-Meanwhile, in Tennessee, woman's 5-foot, 8-inch mullet earns world record
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In The News
>WEATHER: Mark Rosenthal's 7-day forecast (:59). High of 57 today in Worcester
>TOP OF THE NEWS:
+5:00: Haunted Speakeasy fills Hanover Theatre with jazz, zombies and Halloween spirit
+Noon: Prosecutors: Sterling teen who held PowerSchool ransom was "sophisticated" cybercriminal
+Noon: Recognizing high-achieving students: Vote now for Telegram & Gazette Student of the Week
+Noon: It's Round 2 for Worcester Magazine's Digital Battle of the Bands
-"An amazing feat of engineering": Visitors take in reservoir's beauty during Wachusett Dam Day in Clinton
-Alleged thief hits Otaku Sekai, Japanese Manga culture, movies and comics business on Park Ave.
-How a group of friends turned a card game into a lifeline for local families
-Worcester Housing Authority to break ground on Lakeside Apartments redevelopment
-What is open and closed on Columbus Day and Indigenous Peoples' Day
-Honoring Indigenous People’s Day in Worcester
-Monday's Child: Emma, 15, is bright, artistic and resilient with a wonderful sense of humor
-Saint Paul 5K Knightmare Run & Walk raises funds for Kelly family
-Worcester Guardian partners with Boston University to add State House coverage
-What districts in Worcester County had the best M.C.A.S. scores?
-Radio Worcester's The Rundown (25:43): Concerns over Worcester police drone expansion
>POLITICS: Worcester candidate profile: Jessica Pepple for city councilor at-large
-Meet the candidates: Maureen Binienda leans on experience and service
-Radio Worcester Roundtable (50:01): Drones, civil commitments and a controversial campaign mailer
>DINING OUT: Phantom Gourmet: The Ground Round is back (4:50)
-ICYMI: Outside Nelson Place School in Worcester, parents rally against departure of assistant principal
-Worcester business dedicated to helping women moves to bigger space
-Community gathers for vigil for Shrewsbury father shot and killed (:45). Article
-Related: Fiancée of father who was shot and killed thanks community (4:31)
-Frank Kartheiser is comfortable with your discomfort
-See the rest of the day's Worcester news
>HOLDEN (brought to you by Lamoureux Ford): This week's road closures and traffic delays
-America's newest game show, filmed at Lamoureux Ford (1:40)
-Holden gets grant to hire 2 firefighters
>THE BURBS (brought to you by North End Motor Sales): Item photos: First class inducted into Clinton High Hall of Fame
-Leominster man arrested for urinating on church wall during food truck festival
-Why Webster police haven't given up on search for boy who disappeared 47 years ago
-Webster woman charged in crash that sent 3 juveniles to the hospital
-Charlton to vote on firearms in municipal buildings October 20th at special town meeting
-Meals That Matter's founder says the demand for warm, home-cooked meals is on the rise
-Paxton woman is a Commonwealth Heroine
-Matt Landry's love of hiking leads to Mount Wachusett guide
-Lancaster discusses well options and state support
>BARS & BANDS: The Mayor's Live Music List for Monday
>SHOWTIME: West End Creamery Corn Maze in Whitinsville (1:14)
-100 FM The Pike (7:58): Jeff Keith of Tesla and Miljenko Matijevic of Steelheart talk about their new song
>OPINION: Robert A. Bilotta: Put CSX funds to work for District 2 residents
-This Week in Worcester Podcast (2:02:16)
>OBITUARIES: Tribute to lifelong Worcester woman who cooked in a number of local kitchens
>SPORTS: Patriots beat Saints, survive questionable officiating (4:32)
-Patriots quarterback Drake Maye takes another step forward vs. Saints
-Maye entrenched in early NFL MVP conversation
-Sign up now! FREE Crusader Tip-Off Event October 29th
-Holy Cross senior guard Cam Nolan named William V. Campbell Trophy semifinalist
-Worcester Bravehearts 2026 Season Passes are now available
>NATIONAL: All 20 remaining living hostages released by Hamas
-4 people killed and 20 more injured in a shooting at a bar in South Carolina, sheriff says
-Tragic: Skydiving instructor falls to his death after getting separated from student in freak accident
>NEW ENGLAND: 1 person in custody after threatening Topsfield Fair (:24). Article
-Massachusetts among states struggling least with bullying
-Haverhill police chief retires amid union backlash following tragedies
>COLLEGES: Inside the economics of happiness
-The most expensive colleges in Massachusetts (9:43)
>TRAVEL (brought to you by Fuller RV & Rental): 5 clever packing tips for rainy destinations
-6 countries or islands you can walk across in under an hour
>BUSINESS: A.I. could wipe out 100 million U.S. jobs over the next decade: report
-Are you throwing away money on your cell phone protection plan? (2:38)
>SHOPPING: Up to $1,000 rebate on LG appliances at Sclamo's
>HOMES: Central Mass. real estate transfers
>HEALTH: A.I. being used to detect heart health problems
>FOOD: Retro Diet Coke Lime returns to store shelves. Here's what to know
>TV/STREAMING: A message from Dr. Jane Goodall on Netflix's "Famous Last Words" (1:27)
>MOVIES: Jared Leto's "Tron" hits the skids with $33.5 million box office opening
>CELEBRITY: Katy Perry and Justin Trudeau seen kissing on singer's yacht
-Diane Keaton lost weight, was very thin before her death
>HISTORY: Then & Now: Do you know where this is?
>ANIMALS: German Shepherd rescued from hoarding goes on first walk (2:14)
>GOOD NEWS: Boys applauded for helping friend after shark attack in Australia
-Meanwhile, in Florida, mom wins video game tournament while holding her 5-day-old baby
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