Make the016.com a preferred choice with Google by clicking here 
Experience the pulse of Worcester at your fingertips! Explore The016.com, the premier destination for the freshest and most extensive news coverage in town. Sign up today and stay ahead of the curve! Register now!
In The News
>WEATHER: Mark Rosenthal's 7-day forecast (:55). High of 50 today in Worcester
>TOP OF THE NEWS
-Worcester business sues franchisor over prices, defective storefront
-Former manager arrested for allegedly embezzeling from Worcester thrift store, feds says
-Ahead of Christmas, Wreaths Across America visits Worcester to honor fallen veterans
-Sutton 5-year-old stays strong battling cancer
-Weight loss drug Ozempic scores hit with Worcester pharmacist
-AC Marriott continues to help Columbus Park School in Worcester (2:13)
-W.B.J. expands influential list to Power 100, seeks ideas from readers
-Upgraded Union Station commuter rail platform running behind schedule
-Worcester Regional Research Bureau considers using A.I. in future
-Nominations open for 2024 Women of Consequence Awards
-Radio Worcester Roundtable (46:24): Looking at the new School Committee
>DINING OUT: Peppercorn's famous Secret Santa Sweepstakes still available
>FAITH: Still ... still ... rejoice
ICYMI: Tragedy strikes local family as father, son die a day apart
-Economist: Worcester, not Boston, wins if mortgage rates fall
-Sharfmans Jewelers continues Worcester Christmas ornament tradition with Denholm Building
-Local man raises money to fight childhood cancer with holiday display
-See the rest of the day's Worcester news
>HOLDEN (brought to you by Lamoureux Ford): Profile of Wachusett phys ed teacher Mrs. Teevens
-Merry Christmas greetings from the team at Lamoureux Ford (:50)
-Captaincy as a junior a perfect match for Paredes
>THE BURBS (brought to you by North End Motor Sales): James Patterson pens bonuses for local independent booksellers
-Custom kitchen islands are made in Gardner (2:04)
-Shrewsbury High students learn that a career can take many paths
-North Brookfield sued after second denial of Pride event, drag show
-Exploring immigration and health care
-Nashoba building project gets additional funding
-West Boylston police log for December 4th through 10th
-Shrewsbury police log, December 15th edition
>BARS & BANDS: The Mayor’s Live Music List for Sunday
>SHOWTIME: Shrewsbury native Mike Birbiglia in Boston: Where to buy tickets, best prices
-Birbiglia's "The Old Man And The Pool" Netflix review: Stream it or skip it?
-What is Whamageddon? The viral trend that has people avoiding Wham's "Last Christmas"
-Brian Nelson Laurel cartoon on Christmas trees in Worcester
-Shaun Connolly: An Old Fashioned Christmas
-Manny Jae Media: Manny with Peter G. de Krassel at the WorcShop
>OBITUARIES: Tribute former Navy Seabee and master plumber who passed away at 47
>SPORTS: Preview of today's Chiefs-Patriots game
-NFL Week 15 schedule, TV and announcers
-Bruins lose to Rangers, 2-1
-Deal near complete for Worcester's Jamaine Ortiz to fight for WBO title
-NBA legend Kareem Abdul-Jabbar breaks hip in fall at Los Angeles concert
-Railers lose to Adirondack, 4-1
>CARS: Christmas Greetings from Bertera Nissan (1:31)
>NATIONAL: Washington D.C. man fatally stabs wife over pancakes, prosecutors say
-The U.S. is headed for a "syndemic" this winter—and experts warn we’re not prepared
-Tragic: 5-year-old fatally shoots himself in front of siblings
>NEW ENGLAND: Boston celebrates 250th anniversary of Tea Party with reenactment (2:42)
>COLLEGES: Latines in Clark S.T.E.M. club hope to build community and inspire
>TRAVEL (brought to you by Fuller RV & Rental): The most beautiful Christmas trees around the world
>BUSINESS: Here are the 10 most stressful jobs in the U.S.
-Central Mass. businesses granted $4 million to train 2,500+ workers
>HEALTH: Honey garlic is latest trendy home flu remedy
-New "brain care score" can test your risk for dementia, stroke (1:24)
>SHOPPING: What happened to Central Mass. Bed Bath & Beyond stores?
>HOMES: The most expensive house for sale in the U.S. is now $55 million cheaper
>FOOD: Cinnamon apple sauce pouches recalled for elevated lead levels (2:16)
>TV/STREAMING: Best Christmas movies on HBO Max
>MOVIES: "Thanksgiving 2" in the works with Eli Roth
>CELEBRITY: Actors who once absolutely refused to work together
>ANIMALS: Adopt the pup with the biggest smile ever (:59)
>HISTORY: The former Worcester Market on Main Street
>GOOD NEWS (brought to you by Bertera Nissan): Somerville offering a youth shoveling program for seniors (1:15)
-Meanwhile, Cuba claims Florida Man tried to invade the socialist island on a jetski
Latest obituaries | | Saturday's highlights | | Today's horoscope | | Local Sports
In The News
>WEATHER: Mark Rosenthal's 7-day forecast (:43). High of 70 today in Worcester
>TOP OF THE NEWS
+Noon: Hudson man accused of killing grandmother with skateboard
+Noon: 10 Worcester properties near WPI listed for $9.9 million
+Noon: Worcester residents defy city chicken ban as backyard flocks grow
+Noon: When does the Jewish holiday of Passover start, end?
+Noon: Splendid Torch to perform for Club 321 at Mechanics Hall
+Noon: Last Call: Anne O'Connor, historian and author
+Noon: Dunkin' giving away 1,000,001 free coffees today (:28)
-Woman shot on Millbury Street in Worcester, suspect in custody (2:10). Article
-Worcester man killed in Boston hit-and-run
-Police investigate deadly crash in Charlton (2:16). Article
-Car burned to crisp: Millbury High senior had good excuse for tardiness
-Worcester’s "A Better Life" housing program helps break generational poverty by promoting self-sufficiency
-139-unit Worcester housing project faces setback as developer requests extension
-After 10 years and $16 million raised, Creative Hub Worcester center to open in April
-Worcester councilor seeks 911 info as city faces major mental health lawsuit
-Radio Worcester (25:27): Why Sen. Robyn Kennedy says the legislature audit may face a constitutional challenge
>DINING OUT: Worcester restaurant closed today for private event
-ICYMI: Tractor-trailer fire on I-290 in Worcester snarls Tuesday morning commute (:35). Article
-Worcester man gets 30 years in prison for sexually exploiting 3 young girls
-Police warn of rash of "smash & grabs" at trail parking lots
-Walmart warehouse, in former Sam's Club off Route 146, closing
-Street sweeping begins in Worcester on April 6th
-See the rest of the day's Worcester news
>HOLDEN (brought to you by Lamoureux Ford): Fundraiser to support staff of 122 Diner
-Message from 122 Diner after last week's crash
-Longtime customer praises Lamoureux Ford (3:29)
>THE BURBS (brought to you by North End Motor Sales): Body cam video captures dramatic chase through Webster neighborhood (:46). Article
-Oxford town manager who recently resigned is suing town
-First Student, Teamsters avert looming school bus strike
-Spencer selectmen authorize Proposition 2½ override questions be placed on ballot
-Police searching for driver who allegedly caused serious 4-car crash in Clinton
>BARS & BANDS: The Mayor's Live Music List for Wednesday
>SHOWTIME: Hanover Theatre announces 7-show 2026-27 Broadway Series
-Listen Up: Good Sleepy at home base with new album
-Rush debuts new drummer at Canada’s JUNO Awards
-50 years of Steve Miller Band’s "Fly Like An Eagle" celebrated with limited-edition picture disc
>OPINION: Sarah Connell Sanders: Retired teacher Velah Mary Hazard turns 100, saw history unfold
-Tom Marino: Worcester councilor seeks 911 mental health response info
-Janice Harvey: No Kings rally at Institute Park puts age in perspective
-Radio Worcester Roundtable (50:13): Does Worcester’s Human Rights Commission have any real power?
-Unity Radio's Future Focus (58:58): District 2 City Councilor Robert Bilotta, District A School Committee member Molly McCullough
>OBITUARIES: Tribute to Worcester woman who delayed her retirement into her 70s
>SPORTS: Patriots set for HBO’s "Hard Knocks" next year
-Mike Vrabel shares notable Patriots updates at NFL League Meeting
-Celtics’ best and worst first-round matchups
-Bruins beat Dallas, 6-3
-Red Sox lose to Houston, 9-2
-Bravehearts' June 3rd Baseball in Education game is sold out
-Holy Cross football 2026 season tickets on sale now
-Railers, Islanders partnership may be nearing end
-UConn wins would mean furniture jackpot at Jordan's (2:10)
-U.S. men's soccer team loses to Portugal, 2-0
>NATIONAL: Excitement builds for Artemis II mission around the moon (2:23)
-Nancy Guthrie's Arizona home left eerily untouched and in "immaculate" condition after abduction: report
-Tragic: Student killed himself after shooting teacher at top high school
>NEW ENGLAND: Housekeeper assaulted, tied up in "horrendous" home invasion (1:05)
-M.B.T.A. announces free Fridays, half‑price commuter rail passes for summer (1:06)
>COLLEGES: 4 finalists in running to take over as chancellor at UMass Medical School
-Anna Maria AMCAT Recap – Winter Edition
>TRAVEL (brought to you by Fuller RV & Rental): The 10 worst U.S. cities for seasonal allergies
-Best Amazon travel deals: Luggage, pillows, adapters, portable tech
>BUSINESS: You could be getting a bigger-than-normal refund. Here’s why (2:37)
-LPL Financial Research: Earnings likely to grow double digits again; will markets care?
-Worcester hospice care provider names new C.E.O.
>HEALTH: Diabetes warning signs and risks in women
-Hims customized weight loss plans, GLP-1 plans and meal replacements
>HOMES: Mass. home sales down more than 10% to start 2026
>FOOD: The scientific reason soda tastes better in a can
>TV/STREAMING: Yellowstone's Mo Brings Plenty floored Monica got killed off on "Marshals"
-Rip, Beth's "Yellowstone" spinoff "Dutton Ranch" gets first trailer — and a premiere date
>MOVIES: "The Housemaid" sequel with Sydney Sweeney, Kirsten Dunst gets release
>CELEBRITY: Tiger Woods breaks silence after D.U.I. arrest following car crash
-Sydney Sweeney wears sheer lingerie to the theater in sizzling Syrn video
>ANIMALS: Confused Husky puppy learns how to be a dog (3:21)
>HISTORY: Lincoln Square in Worcester, circa 1926
>GOOD NEWS: Newlywed fan wins $20,000 after hitting half-court shot
-Meanwhile, in Michigan, woman makes daring escape from cops by slipping through police car window
Latest obituaries | | Tuesday's Highlights | | Today's horoscope | | Local Sports
Quick Links: Personalize your news | | Browse members | | Advertise | | Blogs | | Invite friends | | Videos
Animals | | Boston Sports | | Business | | Cars | | Celebrity | | Colleges | | Commute & Travel | | Crime | | Faith | | Food | | Good News | | Health | | Help Wanted | History | | Homes | | Local Sports | | Lottery | | Movies | | National | | New England | | Politics | | Shopping & Deals | | SHOWTIME! | | TV & Streaming | | Weather
