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Here's what's happening in and around Worcester today
In The News
-Latest weather: Nice looking Tuesday, high of 79 in Worcester
+6:00: Spraying for mosquitos in Worcester after West Nile detected
+6:00: Restaurant offers sneak peek at new dining room on Shrewsbury Street
+6:00: 5 Things You Need to Know Today in Worcester - August 17th
+6:00: Jet Ski ban on Indian Lake goes into effect on Wednesday
+6:00: Nuisance plant treatment at Indian Lake on Wednesday
+6:00: Radio Worcester (17:06): City Manager Ed Augustus talks ARPA money allocation, COVID, masks, and trash
+6:00: Worcesteria: What I did on my Summer vacation …
+6:00: Janice Harvey: The week that wasn't
+6:00: Cats, dogs, pets up for adoption at Worcester area shelters
+6:00: McDonald’s is adding a sweet new treat for fall
-Demolition of Greendale Mall in Worcester begins
-$1 million scratch ticket sold at Worcester grocery store
-22-year-old man faces firearm charges after break-in report in Worcester
-A summer tradition, Worcester Hot Dog Safari is underway
-Beer and wine store OK'd for Midtown Mall
-New food vendor to open at Worcester Public Market
-Somerville developer wants Worcester's The Bridge site rezoned
-Spencer firefighter undergoing emergency surgery to remove massive brain tumor
-Food (brought to you by Flashfood): Want a week's worth of produce for just $5? Stress-free savings are just a few clicks away.
-Worcester's rental & utility assistance resource week
-Worcester schedules 3 meetings to seek input for use of federal funds
-POW! WOW! Worcester underway with artists, murals to paint in Main South
-Worcester Organ Concerts return to Mechanics Hall on August 18th
-WATCH: Sherwood Diner makes its move to Polar Park in Worcester
-See inside the renovated Worcester Public Library, with a new children’s center and entrance facing Worcester Common
-ICYMI: Worcester family escapes early morning house fire on Ferdinand Street
-WCCA-TV's "Worcester Election Countdown," Episode 15 (27:55): Meet Sean Rose, incumbent candidate
-Bars & Bands (brought to you by Wachusett Wine & Spirits): The Mayor’s Live Music List for Tuesday
-Wachusett Wine & Spirits Whiskey Wednesday (30:24): Rebel Bourbon Store Pick
-See the rest of the day's Worcester news
-The Burbs (brought to you by North End Motor Sales): West Boylston couple creates Wild Roots plant truck
-Cat abandoned in Westborough found in McDonald's parking lot
-Shrewsbury hiring Treasurer/Collector
-Big Chief Band returns to Grafton roots at Wednesday concert
-Westborough researcher on a mission to prevent suicide
-Cars: Lots of great high line cars at Bertera like BMW and Infinity (5:00)
-RV rentals and sales, including at Fuller RV in Boylston, are shaking up the travel industry
-Business: WBJ announces the 40 Under Forty, Class of 2021
-At the office: Returning to your old company in a new role could be your best career move
-Shopping: Lounge chairs sold at Dollar General recalled after finger amputation, laceration reports
-Animals: 14-year-old Golden Retriever brings surprises to neighbors every day (3:43)
-Homes: See inside this 1720s Uxbridge estate listed for $800,000
-History: Poli's Theater, now Hanover Theater
-Celebrity: Johnny Depp says Hollywood is boycotting him
-TV/Streaming: "The Price Is Right" celebrates 50th season with weeklong celebration
-Movies: Ryan Reynolds says locally shot "Free Guy" sequel is a go
-Good news (brought to you by Bertera Nissan): Worcester court officer helps students with backpacks
-He's lovin' it! Meanwhile, in the U.K., "Big Mac rat" braves traffic for beef patties, special sauce
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Coronavirus (COVID-19)
+6:00: Study: Younger children more likely to spread coronavirus
-U.S. experts to recommend vaccine boosters at 8 months
-Worcester Public Schools prepares for first day of class in 2 weeks
-Radio Worcester (8:36): Dr. Michael Hirsh on the state of COVID-19, masks, Delta variant and vaccinations
-Gov. Baker "not considering" new mask guidance
-Upcoming vaccination clinics in Worcester
-Worcester State students can win prizes for full vaccine record
-Shrewsbury municipal staff now wearing masks in Town Hall
-Mass. health officials report 2,996 new cases, 6 additional deaths
-Pfizer submits data to FDA showing a booster dose works well against original coronavirus and variants
In The News
>WEATHER: Mark Rosenthal's 7-day forecast (:39). High of 40 today in Worcester
>TOP OF THE NEWS
-Worcester police S.W.A.T. team arrests man after armed domestic incident on Lawnfair Street
-Real estate developer Chip Norton sued by creditor who claims he owes $1 million
-Federal judge forces Worcester pastor Encarnacion into bankruptcy
-R.F.K. Jr. demands Dunkin', Starbucks prove drinks are "safe" (1:51). Article
-Radio Worcester (10:45): Vendors sought for Out to Lunch summer series on the Common
-Aislinn Doyle: March 5th School Committee meeting agenda preview
-Worcester considers cutting school busing distance to 1.5 miles
-Updated Worcester trash and recycling schedule through March 9th
>DINING OUT: Phantom Gourmet visits Worcester restaurant (5:05)
-ICYMI: Auburn police seek missing woman last seen in Florida over a month ago
-What you need to know: Worcester St. Patrick’s Parade ready to step off
-A.G. confirms lawsuit to follow Holden Town Meeting vote on housing law
-Holy Cross students keep community fed with fridge program (1:32)
-See the rest of the day's Worcester news
>HOLDEN (brought to you by Lamoureux Ford): Wachusett Echo: Debate over homework load continues at W.R.H.S.
-Winter snow brings great values at Lamoureux Ford (2:00)
-Wachusett Echo: The rewards and realities of A.P. classes at Wachusett
>THE BURBS (brought to you by North End Motor Sales): D.A. says foul play suspected after human remains found in Shirley
-Grafton Select Board approves increase to pay-as-you-throw bag fees
-Good deed by Gardner D.P.W. raises eyebrows on City Council
-$1 million lottery winner in Shrewsbury eyes investment, home buy
-Spencer selectmen hear more about FY'27 budget
-Police logs from Shrewsbury, Northborough and Westborough
>BARS & BANDS: The Mayor's Live Music List for Thursday
>SHOWTIME: Grace Givertz in the spotlight for Club 321 at Mechanics Hall
-Listen Up: Worcester's Many Kids Take Meds debuts new singles
-Discovering King Tut's Tomb exhibit coming to Boston (1:54)
>OPINION: Last Call: Rosa Fernandez, community health leader
-Tracey Faraday: Self-care station for your 2 a.m. feedings
-Radio Worcester Roundtable (48:00): Worcester police staffing crisis and $35 million Holden sewer lawsuit loss
>OBITUARIES: Tribute to past president of the Worcester Rotary Club
>SPORTS: Patriots to release Stefon Diggs in cost-saving move: Reports
-Mike Vrabel sparks A.J. Brown-to-Patriots trade speculation with latest comments
-Celtics lose to Hornets, 118-89 (2:04). Article
-Holy Cross women’s basketball completes 12-point fourth-quarter comeback against B.U.; secures No. 2 seed in Patriot League tournament
-Holy Cross women's hockey coach Katie Lachapelle named Hockey East Coach of the Year
-Holy Cross men’s basketball travels to No. 2 Lehigh for Patriot League quarterfinals
-South girls' hoops star Madison Leighton balances court, class, crisis
>NATIONAL: Iran launches new wave of attacks on Israeli and U.S. bases
-Father who gave gun to alleged school shooter is convicted of murder
-Tragic: Husband fatally shot wife and himself at hospital moments after welcoming their first child
>NEW ENGLAND: Providence diocese abuse report exposes decades of cover up
-Cash box with $1,000 stolen from Girl Scouts selling cookies in New Hampshire
>TRAVEL (brought to you by Fuller RV & Rental): Expedia's most affordable U.S. and abroad destinations for 2026
-The ultimate guide to solo travel confidence
>BUSINESS: 21 Attorneys General demand action from GoFundMe
-LPL Financial Research: How LPL Research thinks about dividends
-How long will it take to pay off your credit card?
>HOMES: Tips for snow and ice removal around your home
>HEALTH: Rates of rectal cancer rising, particularly among young people (1:59)
>FOOD: KFC revives beloved '90s menu item—but fans say something's missing
>TV/STREAMING: What is “Netflix After Dark”? Is the N.S.F.W. streaming category real?
>MOVIES: Trailer for "Peaky Blinders: The Immortal Man" (2:40)
>CELEBRITY: All the celebrities at Paris Fashion Week March
-Christina Applegate dumped Brad Pitt for '80s rocker: memoir
>ANIMALS: Orange cat outsmarts his entire household (1:52)
>HISTORY: Worcester County Wonders: The Worcester woman who refused to pay taxes
>GOOD NEWS: Years-old lottery numbers finally earn woman a $100,000 prize
-Meanwhile, world's smallest arcade machine is only .98 inch tall
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