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>WEATHER: Mark Rosenthal's 7-day forecast (:36). High of 44 today in Worcester
>TOP OF THE NEWS
+6:00: Family, friends mourn loss of longtime hairdresser Sal Arcuri
+6:00: Worcester to celebrate Black History Month
+6:00: Mayor Petty asks for report on free museum days for public school families
+6:00: Online commenting coming to an end on telegram.com
+6:00: Shrewsbury police arrest man for trafficking meth
+6:00: Parents outraged by firing of 2 Southbridge teachers
+6:00: Ex-husband shares memories of Lunenburg murder victim
+6:00: Driver cited after ice flies off truck and shatters car windshield in Uxbridge
+Noon: Song, art, dance: Black History Month event honors women in education
+Noon: Things to Do: Vanessa Collier, "Barbie" and a "Socks On! Dance Off!"
-Worcester nursing home cited for understaffing, overmedication, neglect
-Related: Disturbing conditions at a Worcester nursing home prompt questions of state oversight
-Report: Worcester median rent rose 7.6% in 2023
-86-year-old woman victim of hit-and-run
-Worcester boxer Jamaine Ortiz prepares for his first world title fight (1:27) (pictured)
-Read accused of frequently contacting Turtleboy about case, court docs show (1:54). Article
-Gather for Excellence: Feedback sought for Worcester Public School's strategic plan
-Worcester Police Department Civilian Academy - Week 3 (1:43:36)
-Radio Worcester Roundtable (47:16): City Council meeting marred by profane, racist calls
>DINING OUT: Canal District restaurant announces closing, third business to close in January
-ICYMI: Saint Vincent nurses claim retaliation for safety complaints
-Worcester business loses tobacco license after repeat violations
-Amazon says it plans to open Worcester warehouse by end of year
-See the rest of the day's Worcester news
>HOLDEN (brought to you by Lamoureux Ford): Wachusett students underutilizing Media Center miss out on valuable resources
-Lamoureux Ford Testimonial (:47)
-Arthur "AJ" Dionne pinned at Eagle Scout Court of Honor
>THE BURBS (brought to you by North End Motor Sales): Oxford man get 5 to 7 years in prison for gun possession
-Drunk driver with loaded Glock who nearly struck Leominster cruiser yet to be arraigned
-Superintendent Joe Sawyer outlines Shrewsbury Public Schools' highlights, challenges
-Information sought in cold case murder of 19-year-old Winchendon teen
-Service project lauded at Beaman celebration
-Grafton police log, February 2nd edition
-West Boylston police log January 22nd to 28th
-Lancaster papers available February 14th
>BARS & BANDS: The Mayor's Live Music List for Thursday
>SHOWTIME: Community Art Pop-Up Sunday at The Village
-Winter Festival, black history exhibit, yacht rock: 5 fun things
-Burncoat High School's Spirit Team goes to national competition
-Sarah Connell Sanders: Hues and I and immersion in color drenching
-First Person: Suzanna Parpos will rock the red February 2nd to fight heart disease
-Last Call: Soben Ung, newspaper editor and publisher
-WCCA-TV's Talk of Main Street No. 22 (28:52): Colleges and student mental health
-WCCA-TV's Rosen's Roundtable No. 524 (27:49): Homeless encampments
>OBITUARIES: Tribute to Worcester woman who was a founding member of Temple Sinai
>SPORTS: How Patriots "lucked out in big way" entering draft
-Sader Stories (31:45): Patrick Rissmiller hockey jersey retirement preview
>CARS: Bertera Nissan is your first choice (:11)
>NATIONAL: Mark Zuckerberg apologizes to victims' families (2:52)
-U.S. prison labor tied to some of the world's most popular food brands
-Tragic: Firefighter and father of 3 dies battling blaze
>NEW ENGLAND: Mass. hospitals "struggling," State House chair says
-He's claimed 80 Mass. lottery jackpots; Here's what he says to do before claiming the prize
>COLLEGES: UMass offering scholarships for community college grads in top 10 percent of their class
-Anna Maria students hosting American Cancer Society Relay for Life
-Clark Challenge. Change. podcast (10:25): Seniors study how superheroes frame contemporary issues
>TRAVEL (brought to you by Fuller RV & Rental): 5 of the most luxurious train rides
>BUSINESS: These are the retail and tech companies that have slashed jobs
-Job interview expert tips: How to avoid the interview runaround
>HOMES: Tour the top 10 highest-priced homes in Worcester County
>HEALTH: A.D.H.D. medicine Zenzedi recalled
-Vision problems could be early warning sign of Alzheimer's: Study
>SHOPPING: Former Christmas Tree Shops building in Sagamore has new tenant
>FOOD: Burger King to release new Candied Bacon Whopper, Fiery Big Fish
>TV/STREAMING: How to get Apple TV+ free trial, subscription, MLS and more
>MOVIES: "The Sting" hit the Oscar jackpot 50 years ago
>CELEBRITY: Britney Spears apologizes to Justin Timberlake
>ANIMALS: No one wanted this cat because she was shy (:54)
>HISTORY: Today in History for February 1st (1:33)
>GOOD NEWS (brought to you by Bertera Nissan): Group fights loneliness by bringing older adults and young volunteers together
-Meanwhile, Elmo asked people online how they were doing. He got an earful
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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
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