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In The News
>WEATHER: Mark Rosenthal's 7-day forecast (:55). High of 38 today in Worcester
>TOP OF THE NEWS
+1:00: Cambridge St. construction creates headache for Worcester businesses
+1:00: stART at the Station returns for 16th year on Sunday
+1:00: Tom Rush comes to Bull Run Restaurant ahead of release of new album
+1:00: Last Call: Brenda Sullivan of Gravestone Girls
-Sutton magician pleads guilty to child pornography charges (:21). Article
-Worcester offering sign-on bonus as cities and towns struggle to hire snowplow drivers (1:48). Article
-New Hallmark Channel Christmas movie shot in Worcester
-Worcester actor earns new movie role "for his younger self"
-Local $4 million lottery winner plans to pay off truck, stick to his routine
-Owner of Worcester nail salon sells building for $690,000
-Worcester detox facility opens mental health unit
-Redeveloping Worcester's historic Denholm Building: What we know so far
-"Remember and commit": Event to mark World AIDS Day
-Child hit by motor vehicle while walking to school in Auburn: Police
-Auburn Fire Department move to Chuck's Steak House site considered
-Mass. State Police overtime theft was common for years, Worcester jury hears
>DINING OUT: Worcester restaurant offers 10% off holiday catering
-ICYMI: Passer-by sees break-in, pins suspect until Worcester police arrive
-Suspect in deadly Worcester Asian spa shooting ordered held without bail
-Lane closed on Cambridge Street through mid-December
-Worcester to tame one of its most dangerous streets with narrower roadway, protected bike lanes
-See the rest of the day's Worcester news
>HOLDEN (brought to you by Lamoureux Ford): TODAY! Genealogy research at the Holden Senior Center
-Loyal Customers Love Lamoureux Ford (1:47)
-New activity period policy decision at Wachusett is polarizing
>THE BURBS (brought to you by North End Motor Sales): Bear roaming around Sterling (3:47)
-Murdock Middle/High School closed after boiler explosion: What's next
-Café on the Common finds itself right at home in Barre
-Wachusett Supporting Sisters is labor of love
-Sign up for Paxton Merry Country Christmas trip
-Millbury teen's Disney Haunted Mansion tour raises money for Best Buddies
-Valley Tech Grafton students earn John and Abigail Adams Scholarships
-Holiday happenings from Grafton News
>BARS & BANDS: The Mayor’s Live Music List for Wednesday
>SHOWTIME: Boston Pops to bring holiday cheer up to Worcester
-Listen Up: Get a power surge from Zigmont's new release
-Janice Harvey: Will changes to Mill Street prove to be a smart decision?
-WCCA-TV's Soapbox No. 1322 (26:28): Heather Hurd, Blue Cross Blue Shield Field Outreach Consultant Soapbox
-WCCA-TV's What It's Worth No. 452 (27:30): Rachel Utzig and Zackary Wentzell
>OBITUARIES: Tribute to Worcester man who was dedicated to the Little League across the street from his house
>SPORTS: Bill O’Brien gives passionate defense of Mac Jones: "Blame Me"
-Celtics win big to advance in NBA In-Season Tournament
-"No comment" doesn't mean "no"; is Diamond buying the WooSox?
-100FM The Pike (18:25): Dale Arnold on hockey enforcers and his new book, "The Tough Guys"
-Jack Ricketts named Hilton Garden Inn Crusader of the Week
-Worcester Public Schools gets greenlight for first varsity rugby team
-West Boylston, Uxbridge are playing for potent perfection
>CARS: See the most economical EV at Bertera Nissan, the Nissan Leaf (6:01)
>NATIONAL: 1.3 million chickens to be killed at Ohio egg farm because of bird flu
-Which states have the worst wild hog problem?
-Tragic: 4-year-old accidentally shot by grandpa, authorities say
>NEW ENGLAND: Man fatally shoots father at Mass. home, authorities say (1:33)
-Judge denies Turtleboy blogger’s request for investigators to return phone, laptop after arrest
>COLLEGES: Assumption announces Presidential Award winners
-Clark's Men of Color Alliance shares experiences, perspectives, and flowers
>TRAVEL (brought to you by Fuller RV & Rental): Fascinating histories of 6 fairy tale European castles
>BUSINESS: Cyber Monday sales set to reach $12.4 billion
-Jobless claims fall by 24,000 -- another sign of strong labor market
>HEALTH: Doctor on suicide increase in older men (2:41)
-Groundbreaking research could change prostate cancer treatment (3:08)
>SHOPPING: Why retailers will stumble this holiday shopping season
>HOMES: Most recent median home sales in Worcester County up at $441,500
>FOOD: Eating this fruit daily can boost energy, reduce bloating and increase mood
>TV/STREAMING: "Squid Game" contestants threaten to sue Netflix over nerve damage, hypothermia: report
>MOVIES: Trailer for new Sydney Sweeney, Glen Powell movie "Anyone But You" (2:40)
>CELEBRITY: Why the "Blind Side" movie was a nightmare for Michael Oher
>ANIMALS: Dog with luscious locks has had every hairstyle (3:01)
>HISTORY: Today in History for November 29th (1:40)
>GOOD NEWS (brought to you by Bertera Nissan): Life-saving phone call helps Oxford man get to hospital for heart transplant (1:34). Article
-Meanwhile, in Michigan, boy steals forklift from middle school, leads police on chase: officials (:42)
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In The News
>WEATHER: Mark Rosenthal's 7-day forecast (:52). High of 46 today in Worcester
>TOP OF THE NEWS
+1:00: City Council votes to study replacement of aging police headquarters
+1:00: All in fun for comedian Marlon Wayans in Worcester
+1:00: Actress and singer Lindsay Mendez set for Broadway in Worcester
+1:00: Last Call: Kalan Lewis, mentorship program director at Q.C.C.
-Woman in her 60s dies after Southbridge house fire (:19). Article
-Earlier: Southbridge fire leaves woman in critical condition (1:43). Article
-Armed & dangerous suspect wanted in Worcester bar shooting
-Amid shortage, Worcester permitted nearly 400 fewer housing units last year
-How a Worcester opt-out provision for developers is leading to more affordable housing
-Worcester manager to ask council for tax break for incoming homeless center
-How to be among the first to try new restaurant at former Flying Rhino spot on Shrewsbury Street
-From factories to families: Worcester State students unveil new vision for Worcester’s history
>DINING OUT: Vote now for the best fish and chips in Central Mass.
-ICYMI: Victim of fatal crash in Shrewsbury was member of U.S. Army, friends say
-Saint Vincent parent company wins lawsuit over poor hospital safety grades
-The Worcester farmers market is returning, and moving to a familiar location
-Worcester County Wonders: Worcester's oldest theater plans a rebirth
-See the rest of the day's Worcester news
>HOLDEN (brought to you by Lamoureux Ford): March Senior Center events
-Winter snow brings great values at Lamoureux Ford (2:00)
-This week's road closures and traffic delays
>THE BURBS (brought to you by North End Motor Sales): Perrone’s Barber Shop may be demolished to make way for new bank
-Man's rescue from under S.U.V. in Webster parking lot caught on bodycam (1:02)
-Grafton police clarify relationship with I.C.E., federal authorities in letter to community
-Cultural Night at Glenwood Elementary March 24th
-Finn Park celebrates 100 years
-Hopedale accepting nominations for volunteerism award
>BARS & BANDS: The Mayor's Live Music List for Wednesday
-Jazzed Up at The Uxlocale, 7 to 9 Friday
>SHOWTIME: Jamie Wax to have a staged reading of his new play in Worcester
-Phish returns to the top 10 on multiple Billboard charts with "New Year’s Eve 1993 / Live At Worcester Centrum"
-TODAY! Brown Bag Concert Series returns to Mechanics Hall
>OPINION: Dani Killay: Worcester Speaks No. 14 — Jess Curtin & Travis Duda
-Alex Corrales: Rising to challenges for Worcester's public housing
-Radio Worcester's The Rundown (26:22): Holden defies M.B.T.A. law, Worcester crime stats debate
>OBITUARIES: Tribute to woman who lost everything in Worcester tornado of 1953
>SPORTS: What Romeo Doubs brings to Patriots as No. 2 receiver for Drake Maye
-Celtics lose to San Antonio, 125-116 (1:57). Article
-Bruins beat Los Angeles, 2-1
-U.S. suffers embarrassing World Baseball Classic loss to Italy in massive upset
-Holy Cross women’s basketball cruises to victory over Colgate in Patriot League quarterfinal
-Holy Cross mourns the loss of Mark Gallagher
-Millbury's magical run comes to an end in the Division 4 state semifinals
>NATIONAL: 6 dead in Switzerland bus fire, police suspect arson
-U.S.-Iran tensions escalate over oil shipments in Strait of Hormuz
-Tragic: Mother mauled to death by 3 dogs while protecting son
>NEW ENGLAND: Mass., 25 other states continue fight against Ticketmaster
-New England residents wake up to frightening door-kicking prank made popular by viral challenge (1:47)
-Cohasset man charged after shooting family dog in head from window, police say
>COLLEGES: Charlie Baker to deliver Holy Cross commencement
>TRAVEL (brought to you by Fuller RV & Rental): 5 places known for unique weather patterns
-Southwest allegedly testing plan to clean less between flights
>BUSINESS: Ayer manufacturer finishes $55 million expansion, builds world’s largest tofu production line
-LPL Financial Research: Markets tested as Iran conflict continues
-Lawmakers still flooded with complaints about administration of unemployment benefits
>HOMES: The most popular houseplants for any skill level
>HEALTH: Fewer U.S. women dying during childbirth, C.D.C. report says
>FOOD: Creamy Tuscan garlic shrimp
>TV/STREAMING: Teaser for new HBO series "Lanterns" (2:21)
>MOVIES: Best Picture showdown between "One Battle After Another" and "Sinners" brings some legitimate heat to Oscars
>CELEBRITY: The Harvey Weinstein prison interview from Rikers: Hollywood Reporter exclusive
-Quentin Tarantino reacts to Rosanna Arquette for "Pulp Fiction" N-word slam
>ANIMALS: Cuddly baby squirrels visit their rescuer every day (3:18)
>HISTORY: Downtown Worcester during demolition for Worcester Galleria
>GOOD NEWS: Dad, 99, helps son, 80, finally crack free oysters promotion at restaurant
-Meanwhile, in the U.K., Finnish couple takes first in the annual wife carrying race
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