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In The News
>WEATHER: Mark Rosenthal's 7-day forecast (1:03). High of 44 today in Worcester
>TOP OF THE NEWS
-Meet the "MacGyvers" in Worcester customizing equipment for people with disabilities
-Trailer for award-winning comedian and Shrewsbury native's highly anticipated Netflix special (1:15)
-Worcester commemorates Veterans Day with numerous ceremonies
-Worcester Veterans Day parade grows in length, turnout
-Worcester's new director of veterans services ready to help vets
-Veterans Inc. holds annual pancake breakfast
-Veterans Inc. receives artwork honoring veterans from local students
-Maureen Binienda: "election showed voters want common sense"
-Progressive Worcester councilor decries election results
-"Holding My Money Hostage": Mass Save's rebate mess infuriates customers
-For Clark grad, Panera and Au Bon Pain cofounder Ron Shaich, a third act comes naturally
-Jordan's Turkeys holds prices steady for Thanksgiving!
-ICYMI: Worcester police ask for help finding missing 13-year-old
-1 in custody after fatal stabbing at Great Brook Valley in Worcester
-Larry Lucchino is looking to sell WooSox
-After 2 bars had limits placed for lack of sprinklers, city councilor requests action
-See the rest of the day's Worcester news
>HOLDEN (brought to you by Lamoureux Ford): Wachusett Youth Football ends memorable season
-Loyal Customers Love Lamoureux Ford (1:47)
-Holden native John McAuliffe to perform in "The Importance of Being Earnest"
>THE BURBS (brought to you by North End Motor Sales): Communities honor veterans in West Boylston, Shrewsbury, Leicester
-Flag retirement ceremony held in Northbridge
-Joel Bates leaving Clinton School Committee
-R.H. White Companies in Auburn celebrates 100th year
-Parking ban in Rutland in effect until April 1
-Northborough's Women of Note at international competition in Michigan
-Tahanto diversity discussions get heated
>BARS & BANDS: The Mayor’s Live Music List for Sunday
>SHOWTIME: A Colorful November: Queer-friendly activities in Central Mass.
-Worcester Cultural Development Division hosting special events community input session
-Brian Nelson Laurel cartoon on sunny attitude on rainy November day
-Shaun Connolly: What Are You Doing This Weekend?
-WCCA-TV's Soapbox No. 1316 (19:28): Isaiah Tatum and Noel Stemn, Woo Juice
-WCCA-TV's Soapbox No. 1315 (27:12): Carol Parker-Schutt, LMT, AMMP, Sea Grass Therapies
>OBITUARIES: Tribute to a woman who became a psychiatric nurse at Worcester State Hospital after raising her family
>SPORTS: Patriots looking for more than a win in Germany Sunday morning
-5 storylines to watch during Patriots-Colts
-Germany packed with Patriots fans ahead of Sunday's game (2:27)
-NFL Week 10 schedule, TV and announcers
-Celtics blow out Toronto, 117-94
-Holy Cross football falls short at Army, 17-14
-Related: Postgame interviews (3:19)
-Holy Cross men's basketball stuns Georgetown for Dave Paulsen's first Crusader win
-Whether you're a turkey trotter or gobble wobbler, there's no shortage of road races this November
>CARS: See the most economical EV at Bertera Nissan, the Nissan Leaf (6:01)
>NATIONAL: The hunt for the world's most sought-after shipwreck loot
-L.A. freeway industrial fire shuts down highway, governor declares state of emergency
-Tragic: 2 young children murdered by mother, police say
>NEW ENGLAND: Scholarships for current and aspiring teachers in Mass.
-Scammers are impersonating Mass. state treasurer's office: Goldberg
>COLLEGES: Nichols, UMass Law establish an accelerated law degree partnership
-Worcester State students present modern take on "The Importance of Being Earnest" November 16th to 19th
>DINING OUT: Review of J. Anthony's Italian Grill
>TRAVEL (brought to you by Fuller RV & Rental): Visiting America's Stonehenge in southern New Hampshire
>BUSINESS: Tree House Brewing Co. set for new Saratoga Springs site
>HEALTH: F.D.A. approves a new weight loss drug, Zepbound from Eli Lilly
-These foods can help relieve anxiety and fight depression (2:06)
>SHOPPING: 20 best early Walmart Black Friday deals to shop now
>HOMES: 10 most expensive homes sold in Worcester County, October 29th to November 4th
>FOOD (brought to you by Jordan's Turkeys): Recall issued for Tyson chicken nuggets after metal pieces found
>TV/STREAMING: Netflix hikes prices ahead of holiday season — Here's what it will cost
>MOVIES: "The Marvels" bombing in box office opening
>CELEBRITY: Prince Harry, Meghan Markle slam "savage" "Family Guy" attack
>ANIMALS: Pet food recall expands beyond Victor brand dog foods
>HISTORY: Today in History for November 12th (1:26)
>GOOD NEWS (brought to you by Bertera Nissan): Mass. World War II veteran honored on 105th birthday
-Meanwhile, Florida Man kept stolen rental car running for 3 weeks to avoid making payments
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In The News
>WEATHER: Mostly sunny and windy, high in the 40s today in Worcester
>TOP OF THE NEWS
-Rapper turned host Joyner Lucas feeds the hungry before Thanksgiving
-Shrewsbury woman leads Thanksgiving turkey drive for almost 300 families (4:25). Article
-Parents of Worcester teen Harris Wolobah explain why he was so special
-Area senior has become leader in adopted home after family fled civil war (2:27). Article
-Do you know this guy? Worcester police would like a word
-Cyber attack brings down AlertWorcester, notifications across the U.S.
-Lots of holiday concerts and shows on tap right after Thanksgiving
-What's the best diner in Worcester? Vote in round 3
-Holiday conversations: How to set boundaries
-What's open, what's closed on Thanksgiving
-Why are liquor stores closed on Thanksgiving in Mass.? (2:05)
-Grocery stores are not open on Thanksgiving in Mass. Here's why
-Radio Worcester Roundtable (48:37): Worcester recount confirms results, sparks debate on future political landscape
>DINING OUT: These Worcester restaurants are open on Thanksgiving Day
-Where to find Thanksgiving meals in Worcester
-Restaurant reservations spike for Thanksgiving as grocery store prices bite
-ICYMI: Fire inside Worcester school forces student evacuation
-Patriots players help hand out turkeys at Worcester restaurant
-Worcester City Council delays tax rate discussion, decision for second week
-Gov. Healey hands out Firefighter of the Year awards at Mechanics Hall (:54). Article
-See the rest of the day's Worcester news
>HOLDEN (brought to you by Lamoureux Ford): Traffic advisory for this morning's Turkey Trot
-Unique Happy Thanksgiving wishes from Lamoureux Ford (:29)
-$60 case deal at Seven Saws Brewery
>THE BURBS (brought to you by North End Motor Sales): Traffic advisory for Leicester-David Prouty football game
-3 years after fire leveled Truth Organic Spa in Grafton, a revival
-Auburn Police Department Stuff-a-Cruiser event on Saturday
-Millbury voters approve override for school roof projects
-Sutton police swear in new patrolman
-Sheriff's officer from Grafton honored at Sheriffs' Association Awards
-The Item's Neighbor to Neighbor column
>BARS & BANDS: The Mayor's Live Music List for Thursday
-Best dive bars in America? Locally loved spots worth the road trip
>SHOWTIME: Things to Do: Mo Rocca, "Christmas by Candlelight" and more ...
-Careerlong social worker publishes first poetry book
-Last Call: Q.C.C. student Ashley Lester shares strength, inspiration in song
>OPINION: Shaun Connolly: What I'm thankful for
-Rosalie Tirella: Worcester Canal District: More and more homeless people
-Unity Radio's Unity in the Community (54:01): Teri Frykenberg, founder, Nurse Advocate Entrepreneur
>OBITUARIES: Tribute to Vietnam veteran who worked for the city for over 30 years
>SPORTS: Patriots place Will Campbell on Injured Reserve
-Could Patriots lean into "quick game" with offensive linemen sidelined?
-NFL Week 13 schedule, TV and announcers
-Celtics beat Pistons, 117-114
-Holy Cross men's basketball team beats Worcester State, 77-53
-Holy Cross men's hockey team falls to No. 8 Quinnipiac, 7-6, in overtime
-Predicting the winner of every Thanksgiving High School football game in Central Mass.
>NATIONAL: 2 National Guard members shot in attack blocks from the White House
-Hong Kong fire death toll rises to 55 as apartment complex burns into second day
-Tragic: Man dies after getting stuck in clothing donation box
>NEW ENGLAND: Why do so many Mass. cities and towns have a money problem? (2:36)
-12-year-old Maine student killed by school bus
>COLLEGES: Explaining schoolwork to your family at dinner (:57)
-Anna Maria Esports Director’s Corner
>TRAVEL (brought to you by Fuller RV & Rental): 5 of the best places to see the Northern Lights in the U.S.
-This airline is ending the carry-on check every traveler hates
>BUSINESS: Local bank names former W.H.A. executive as inaugural chief human resources officer
-LPL Financial Research: Corporate America cleared a high bar this earnings season
-Why does Mass. allow these jobs to be work from home? (1:10)
>SHOPPING: 41 best Walmart Black Friday deals at unbelievably low prices
-Radio Worcester (9:33): 12 Scams of the Holidays, Part 1
>HOMES: See the lower median price for October home listings in Worcester County
>HEALTH: Medicare announces lower cost for Ozempic, Wegovy, more drugs
-Woman's lifelong birthmark becomes deadly cancer, doctor explains how
>FOOD: Experts at Butterball are on standby for turkey questions (2:07)
-Sweet potato or pumpkin? The Thanksgiving pie debate
-Generations-old family recipes still rule the Thanksgiving table, new survey reveals
-Cooking a ham for Thanksgiving? Here's everything you need to know
>TV/STREAMING: Where to watch the Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade
-"Dancing With the Stars" Season 34 champions revealed
-"Stranger Things" Season 4 recap (4:33)
>MOVIES: Here's Macaulay Culkin's idea for a "Home Alone" sequel
>CELEBRITY: Here's what Sean "Diddy" Combs, Ghislaine Maxwell are set to be served for Thanksgiving behind bars
-Meryl Streep and Martin Short fuel romance rumors at Tom Hanks' play
>ANIMALS: Chicken thinks she's just one of the dogs (1:31)
>HISTORY: Exploring Thanksgiving's weird folklore: Myths and legends (29:21)
>GOOD NEWS: Hunter declines call from his son, wins $1.1 million online lottery prize
-Meanwhile, trending on TikTok: Is bone broth the secret to glowing skin?
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