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Here's what's happening in and around Worcester today
In The News
-Latest weather: What the latest projections for Henri mean
+7:00: 2 arrested for kidnapping of 4-day-old baby in Worcester
+11:00: It's Saturday! Check Dining Out and Bars & Bands before making plans
+11:00: State Police investigate fatal crash on I-290
+11:00: 3 teenagers shot during Maynard house party, police say
-Gov. Charlie Baker activates National Guard, urges caution ahead of Henri
-Canal District eatery celebrates first anniversary
-Feds indict Worcester man for allegedly selling meth disguised as Adderall
-Man killed by train in Uxbridge
-Denholm tenants considering move to former Unum building, sources say
-St. Vincent says not all nurses will get jobs back when strike ends
-Worcester Fire Chief Mike Lavoie, Assistant City Manager Kathleen Johnson announce retirements
-100-mile roundtrip bike ride from Springfield to Worcester to honor fallen Worcester police, firefighters
-6 movies filmed in Worcester this year, more on the way
-Worcester's Clean City program running behind schedule
-Worcester considering Urban Forestry commission
-WRTA schedule changes on 4 popular routes take effect next week
-ICYMI: Near Polar Park, ATV driver charged with reckless driving after arriving WooSox fans put "in danger of injury"
-It's easy for police to seize money. Worcester's District Attorney makes it hard for people to get their money back
-Bars & Bands (brought to you by Wachusett Wine & Spirits): The Mayor’s Live Music List for Saturday
-Five things to do: 'Princess Bride,' Messiah sing-along and more ...
-Worcesteria: Worcester Hip Hop Congress throws shindig at Creative Hub to launch projects
-Clark professors’ film earns Gold Remi award at WorldFest
-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): Closed Italian eatery in Westborough sells to Asian restaurant group for $3 million
-Holden holding leaf and brush drop-off 8 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. today
-Spencer community rallies for firefighter with brain tumor
-Spencer adds K9 unit to department
-Grafton Library reopening delayed until September
-Developers discuss proposed Shrewsbury subdivision
-Enter to win 2 tickets to a WooSox game, courtesy of North End Motor Sales
-WPI football is pumped to be back
-Local umpire heads to the Little League World Series
-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: Mass. employment rate continues to grow, while unemployment hold stable
-Worcester biopharma partners with Mayo Clinic on cancer treatment technology
-New England: 54 percent of Mass. voters support eviction ban
-Health: Pharmacists are recommending getting flu shots early this fall
-Food: The Girl Scouts are bringing us a new cookie that tastes like a brownie
-Animals: Worcester Animal Rescue League's Adoption option: Meet Sparkles
-Shopping: Meat thermometers, torches and other great grill accessories on Amazon under $50
-Homes: Median Worcester home value hits $340,000 as Mass. reaches all-time high
-History: The Worcester Flood of 1876
-TV/Streaming: New movies and shows to watch this weekend
-Mike Richards steps down as "Jeopardy!" host
-Celebrity: The Weeknd buys massive $70 million LA house
-Movies: New movies on VOD
-Meanwhile, Florida man steals gator from mini-golf course, tosses it to "teach it a lesson"
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Coronavirus (COVID-19)
+7:00: Dr. Robert Finberg, a professor at UMass School of Medicine, talks about boosters, fall outlook (3:12)
-Mass. Education Commissioner seeks mask mandate for all K-12 students
-UMass Memorial Health to provide booster vaccines
-Upcoming vaccination clinics in Worcester
-ICYMI: Testing picks up at downtown Worcester clinic
-Mass. confirms 1,459 new cases, 6 more deaths
-As hospitalizations increase, a greater number of Americans are deciding to get vaccinated
-Demand for antibody drugs soars in hard-hit states
-Tragic: 12-year-old boy in Texas dies after testing positive for COVID-19
-Alabama doc refuses to treat unvaccinated patients
-Good news (brought to you by Bertera Nissan): Coffee truck owners treat nurses who are caring for dad with COVID-19
In The News
>WEATHER: Mark Rosenthal's 7-day forecast (1:05). High of 65 today in Worcester
>TOP OF THE NEWS
-Shooting investigation shuts down highway ramp in Worcester (:26). Article
-Worcester police launch test of new light on patrol vehicles
-Worcester police want your help: Naming their new comfort dog
-What's becoming of Chip Norton's Worcester properties?
-Monday's Child: Randy, 14, an artist, enjoys sporting events, museums, trips to the zoo
-Pulse Magazine's Eat Beat for October
-Speedy’s Drive In was an iconic Worcester destination
-Worcester Animal Rescue League is in need of donations
-Radio Worcester's The Rundown (24:25): Calls for civilian oversight amid skepticism over implementation
>POLITICS: Which candidates for mayor, City Council have raised most money?
-Worcester candidate profile: Jermoh Kamara for City Councilor At-Large
-Councilor King backs research bureau call for civilian police oversight
-Radio Worcester Roundtable (46:55): City Council cell phone use becomes a campaign issue
>DINING OUT: Shrewsbury Street restaurant changes hours, opens 7 days a week
-ICYMI: Thousands pack Institute Park for Worcester's "No Kings" protest. Video (2:08:06)
-Worcester tried classical music to stop "illegal activities" in Canal District. It didn't work
-Woman arrested in Worcester wanted in Hawaii for child sex assault
-See the rest of the day's Worcester news
>HOLDEN (brought to you by Lamoureux Ford): Scout's book shares epilepsy experiences
-America's newest game show, filmed at Lamoureux Ford (1:40)
-New fields being used as work continues
>THE BURBS (brought to you by North End Motor Sales): Car fire in Charlton spreads to nearby brush early Sunday morning
-7 displaced after Fitchburg apartment fire; dog resuscitated by E.M.S.
-Item photos: In West Boylston, families invited to "touch a truck"
-School study leads West Boylston fall town meeting warrant
-Whittier Farms given grant to improve food security
-Southbridge High unveils sensory immersion room as part of the CARES program
-Ashburnham man tased and arrested in woods after prowling in driveway; oxycodone recovered
-New protein shake spot coming to Northborough
>BARS & BANDS: The Mayor's Live Music List for Monday
-Jazzed Up Trio 6 to 9 Wednesdays at 961 at Union Station
>SHOWTIME: Legendary rock band honored at Worcester show for 25 million plays on Apple Music
-Rickie Lee Jones brings ribald remarks and finely crafted tunes to Mass.
-100 FM The Pike (16:38): Jeff Belanger, paranormal expert
>OPINION: Harold Wimmer: How 2 minutes can possibly save your life
-Richard T. Moore: State headed for perfect storm on senior care
-This Week in Worcester Podcast (2:04:27)
>OBITUARIES: Tribute to man who worked as a missionary, pastor, and chaplain for 50 years
>SPORTS: Drake Maye brilliant despite injury scare in 31-13 rout
-Where do Patriots rank in AFC hierarchy?
-Awkward behind-the-scenes NFL footage of Jordon Hudson and Bill Belichick exposed
-Holy Cross Men's rowing wins Collegiate 8+ at Head of the Charles
-Holy Cross women’s ice hockey earns shutout victory over Dartmouth
-Bruins lose to Utah, 3-2
-Railers lose to Adirondack, 5-3
>CARS: Consumer Reports: Best cars and insurance tips for teen drivers
>NATIONAL: Government shutdown enters fourth week
-Virginia Giuffre was left bloodied and beaten by Prime Minister
-Tragic: Dad of 4, dog die when fishing boat capsizes on river
>NEW ENGLAND: Toddler dies in head-on crash involving S.U.V., work van in Taunton
-2 teens arrested in woman’s shooting in Hyannis
-Mass. Health Connector insurance costs could rise in 2026
>COLLEGES: Anna Maria Professor Jennifer Carlson to address legislative hearing on emergency management
-Radio Worcester (9:51): Q.C.C. President Luis Pedraja on Hispanic Heritage Month and free college support
>TRAVEL (brought to you by Fuller RV & Rental): 7 regional U.S. specialties you need to try
-5 hotel etiquette tips you should know
>BUSINESS: Roblox, Snapchat, Fortnite, Amazon and more suffer global outages
-Sora A.I. is the hottest new social media app — and people are buying invites off eBay
>SHOPPING: Move over labubus, people are willing to pay over $10,000 for these fluffy toys
>HOMES: Beverly Hills home of billionaire from Worcester for sale for $195 million
>HEALTH: Overdose deaths in seniors see dramatic rise from deadly drug mix
-State launches campaign to boost COVID and flu vaccination rates (1:39)
>FOOD: From farm to table: Apple edition (4:52)
>TV/STREAMING: Trailer for new Netflix true crime doc, "Aileen: Queen of the Serial Killers" (2:03)
>MOVIES: "Black Phone 2" rules box office with $26.5 million opening
>CELEBRITY: Taylor Swift has had "no contact" with former B.F.F. Blake Lively
-Angelina Jolie makes rare comment on double mastectomy, removing ovaries
>HISTORY: Then & Now: Simon Fairfield Public Library, Douglas
>ANIMALS: Tiki the rescue dog inspires support for other animals in need (3:32)
>GOOD NEWS: Second grader thriving after life-saving leukemia treatment
-Meanwhile, in Connecticut, escaped goats become local celebrities
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