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>WEATHER: Mark Rosenthal's 7-day forecast (:57). High of 52 today in Worcester
>TOP OF THE NEWS
+Noon: It's Friday! Check Dining Out and Bars & Bands before making plans
+Noon: New shows and movies to watch this weekend
+Noon: New movies on demand — "Five Nights At Freddy’s," "What Happens Later," and more
+Noon: Worcester city manager will give Human Rights Commission info on hate crimes
+Noon: A holiday season party not to miss: the 250th anniversary of the Boston Tea Party
+Noon: Musicians of Old Post Road 35th season has Heavenly Baroque Christmas
-Worcester Red Sox sold: Agreement reached to sell team
-"I was like, yo!" Worcester woman describes fighting off home invader (2:04). Article
-Earlier: Man with 2 knives arrested while trying to break into Worcester home
-Worcester emergency winter shelter to be located at former R.M.V.
-TODAY! Worcester’s Festival of Lights will headline this finalist from NBC’s "The Voice"
-Worcester to mark 1999 Cold Storage and Warehouse Co. fire anniversary
-Release of hostages brings some relief for Worcester Jewish community
-Radio Worcester (23:21): Festival of Lights & Esports insight with All Systems Go
-High demand for Christmas trees impacts Central Mass. farms
-Peter Durant takes oath, becomes newest member of Mass. Senate
-Radio Worcester Roundtable (35:49): Mill Street, and challenging outdated views on Worcester
>DINING OUT: Area chefs offer cooking tips for the holidays
-ICYMI: Cambridge St. construction creates headache for Worcester businesses
-Man steals ambulance at Gardner hospital, leads police on chase (1:20)
-In Worcester courtroom, Mass. State Police lieutenant says inflating overtime hours not standard
-Aislinn Doyle: WPS in Brief for November
-See the rest of the day's Worcester news
>HOLDEN (brought to you by Lamoureux Ford): STARTING TODAY! Holidays in Holden filled with activities
-Holidays in Holden trolley stops. Parking at high school
-Loyal Customers Love Lamoureux Ford (1:47)
>THE BURBS (brought to you by North End Motor Sales): Northbridge woman arraigned in hit-and-run crash on Route 146 that killed man
-Man accused of stealing ambulance from Gardner hospital appears in court (2:07)
-Shrewsbury gets ready for Yuletide Market Saturday
-Millbury and Sutton to hold Chain of Lights celebrations this weekend
-Grafton police receive state grant
-Artisan entrepreneur expanding Sterling handmade goods shop
-Glow Run shines for Sterling students
-The Landmark's public safety logs
-Westborough Fire offers safety tips for cooking this holiday season
>BARS & BANDS: The Mayor’s Live Music List for Friday
>SHOWTIME: Radio Worcester's 2023 Christmas song poll
-stART, Stomp N’ Holler, tree lighting: 5 fun things this weekend
-Five Things to Do: Hanukkah festivities, handbell concert, and more
-Season sparkles with holiday happenings
-Five that rate a 10: New releases from local music artists
-Shaun Connolly: Make like a pine tree and needle them
-WCCA-TV's Connecting the Dots No. 140 (28:37): Jorge Sanchez, participant, White Cane Day
-WCCA-TV's Hidden Treasures No. 107 (28:01): Miniatures Hidden Treasures
>OBITUARIES: Tribute to woman who owned and operated local businesses with her husband
>SPORTS: Is the Mac Jones Era over? Bill Belichick provides clue
-NFL flexes Patriots-Chiefs out of "Monday Night Football" in Week 15
-Bruins beat Sharks, 3-0
-Holy Cross hockey honoring Crusader legends (4:19)
-Jacob Dobbs of Holy Cross named semifinalist for Comeback Player of the Year award
>CARS: See the most economical EV at Bertera Nissan, the Nissan Leaf (6:01)
-Jeep Wrangler 4xe SUVs recalled due to fire risk
>NATIONAL: Israel resumes combat in Gaza
-Cold case murder suspect incriminated after being caught talking to himself in interrogation video
-Tragic: Family's Thanksgiving trip nightmare as 19 members suffer carbon monoxide poisoning
>NEW ENGLAND: 3 dies in Maine Turnpike crash
>COLLEGES: 3 WPI students to attend U.N. climate conference in Dubai
-Worcester State conducts Campus Sexual Misconduct Climate Survey to prevent sexual violence on campus
>TRAVEL (brought to you by Fuller RV & Rental): 10 spots in Europe that tourists always miss
>BUSINESS: Artificial intelligence a concern for discrimination in the job market
-10 Things I know about ... Alternative dispute resolution
>HEALTH: New treatment may help recover loss of smell from COVID (1:12)
-Mass. tops "best state for vaccinating" list; Worcester "steps up"
>SHOPPING: Deadly and dangerous toys that shouldn't make the shopping list
>HOMES: What to set your thermostat to, more tips to reduce your heating bills
>FOOD: Fruit tainted with listeria sold at Mass. stores sickens 11; 1 death
>TV/STREAMING: Freeform’s 25 Days Of Christmas schedule
>MOVIES: Disney "Frozen 4" movie might be in development
>CELEBRITY: Prince Harry, Meghan Markle "won't be welcome" by royals at Christmas: report
-Shane MacGowan, frontman of The Pogues, dies at 65
>ANIMALS: Dog with his own room goes out for a day (:51)
>HISTORY: Today in History for December 1st (1:38)
>GOOD NEWS (brought to you by Bertera Nissan): Jewelers retire, give loyal employees control of 60-year-old business
-Meanwhile, invasive "super pigs" in Canada could spill over to U.S.
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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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