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In The News
>WEATHER: Watch Mark Rosenthal's 7-day forecast (1:04). High of 69 today in Worcester
>TOP OF THE NEWS
+5:00: Demolition begins at former Big D property on Mill Street
+5:00: M.B.T.A. won't reconsider Worcester-Boston express train cut until spring
+Noon: Route 20 closure tonight due to construction
+Noon: Ten Things to Do: Mood music, morbid movies, Monster Trucks and more
+Noon: "Expedition Bigfoot" star discusses mysterious monsters nearby
+Noon: Fake blood, real friends: Staff remember Spooky World's Berlin home
-Worcester Planning Board approves 73-unit Shrewsbury Street apartment building (pictured)
-Clark University revises student housing complex in Main South
-Turtleboy News blogger arrested, charged with witness intimidation in Karen Read case (1:57)
-Related: Turtleboy blogger Aidan Kearney charges, timeline of events
-Related: Courtroom video (45:02)
-Prayers for Israel offered at Chabad Lubavitch vigil in Worcester
-Radio Worcester (8:51): Former Israeli government press director on Hamas’ attack
-Worcester's three-deckers featured in new Kelley Square mural
-Nicole Apostola: At-Large City Council forum
-Related: Video (1:52:40)
-Radio Worcester Roundtable (45:50): Jordan Levy’s legacy and current issues in Worcester
-Worcester City Council, mayoral campaigns report post-preliminary finances
-GBH News Worcester bureau hosts first Worcester mayoral debate
-Manny Jae Media (1:12:49): Tracy O'Connell Novick for School Committee
-"AGT" finalist Lavender Darcangelo's journey continues, taking many hearts with her
-Unsolved: Worcester — Vanished from Restaurant Row. Video (13:25). Audio (13:24)
-Powerball winning ticket sold in California for $1.76 billion jackpot
>DINING OUT: Downtown Worcester restaurant closed on Thursday
-Brody's and City Line in showdown for Best Breakfast Place label
-ICYMI: Connecticut man charged in the shooting of woman at Worcester party: Police
-Fitchburg man sentenced to 18-20 years after child rape conviction
-Wreaths Across America brings mobile unit to Worcester
-WPI researchers invent robot lizard to "sneak into small spaces"
-Manny Jae Media (1:57:14): Worcester police forum at Worcester State University
-See the rest of the day's Worcester news
>HOLDEN (brought to you by Lamoureux Ford): Holden auctioning surplus equipment, materials, and vehicles
-Lamoureux Ford is your headquarters for the exciting BRONCO SPORT (1:47)
-Special town meeting October 16th
>THE BURBS (brought to you by North End Motor Sales): Pedestrian using Main Street crosswalk in Spencer is struck by car, driver cited
-Boat capsizes on Mill Pond in Westborough; firefighters bring pair to safety
-New Millbury School Committee member appointed
-Rufus Putnam building turns 200
-Scenes from the Volunteer and Beer event in Clinton
-Options outlined for former Industrial School in Lancaster
-West Boylston police log October 2nd to 8th
-Boylston police hosting Street Cop's Criminal M.A.P.P Training on October 23rd
>BARS & BANDS: The Mayor’s Live Music List for Thursday
>SHOWTIME: Last Call: Of Grave Concern's Glenn Church
-Listen Up: Jeremy Moses Curtis delivers beautiful "Midlife Chrysler"
-Art exhibitions illuminate Latino experience in Worcester
-They are legend: Podcast hosts share tales of New England lore
-Grafton artist’s work is part of Art in Bloom at Grafton Historical Society
-WCCA-TV's This Is Worcester No. 184 (17:18): Claire Schaeffer Duffy and Tina E. Gaffney
>OBITUARIES: Tribute to Worcester woman who was "a faithful and dedicated founding member of St. George Church"
>SPORTS: Bill Belichick sticks with Mac Jones with Patriots' season at stake
-Bruins open season with 3-1 win over Chicago
-Related: Bruins legends walk the gold carpet before season opener (:46)
-'Sader Stories (38:44): Get to know Head Volleyball Coach Kathleen Colpoys
-Crusaders picked fourth in Patriot League preseason men's basketball poll
-Former Holy Cross star was a Celtics draft pick who chose the priesthood over the NBA
>CARS: See the most economical EV at Bertera Nissan, the Nissan Leaf (6:01)
>NATIONAL: More presumed human remains found in Titan submersible wreckage
-Florida family selling bleach mix as COVID cure sentenced to prison
-Tragic: Woman dies when tire crashes into windshield on interstate
>COLLEGES: YouTube innovator from Clark moves umpires from behind the plate into the spotlight
-Assumption faculty and alumnae discover new species of algae
>TRAVEL (brought to you by Fuller RV & Rental): Escape the crowds in these 6 underrated spots in France
>BUSINESS: Central Mass. business confidence falls in September
-I was lied to about my job being remote -- can I quit and get unemployment?
>HEALTH: Doctor explains new warning about probiotics (3:11)
-Mass. doctor discusses keys to catching breast cancer early (2:18)
>FOOD: Raspberry Rally Girl Scout cookies won't be sold in 2024
>HOMES: Leominster flood victim's struggle shows most people aren’t prepared for water damage (3:24)
>SHOPPING: U.S. shoppers buckling for first time in a decade: ex-Walmart C.E.O.
>TV/STREAMING: "The Crown" Season 6 premiere date, plot details revealed
>MOVIES: Taylor Swift: Eras Tour concert film to open a day early
>CELEBRITY: Jada Pinkett Smith breaks silence on Will Smith Oscars slap
>ANIMALS: Scared puppy mill rescue refused to enter house until... (4:35)
>HISTORY: Today in History for October 12th (1:58)
>GOOD NEWS (brought to you by Bertera Nissan): Cat found in California was missing for 12 years
-Meanwhile, on TikTok, idiotic "bone smashing" trend is so horrifying it could ruin your face
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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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