Top stories from The016.com, Thursday, October 3rd

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  >WEATHER: Mark Rosenthal's 7-day forecast (1:02). High of 74 today in Worcester 

  -Worcester climate summary for September
  
  

  >TOP OF THE NEWS

  +6:00: Worcester neighborhood shaken following deadly shooting rampage

  +6:00: Victim and suspect identified in Worcester shooting and I-190 standoff-turned-suicide

  +6:00: Downtown Worcester coffee shop/eatery closes

  +6:00: Developers behind 105-unit proposal in Worcester request third permit extension, citing costs

  +6:00: Radio Worcester (30:02): W.B.D.C. explores office-to-housing conversions as a solution to city’s housing shortage

  +6:00: Worcester restaurant's new executive chef from Boston departs after less than a month
  
  

  +Noon: Judges stretched thin in busy Juvenile Court in Worcester

  +Noon: Things to Do: Halloween tradition at OSV, "Dirty Gerund" film screens

  +Noon: Performer, breast cancer survivor Ida Zecco is back for Jim & Val Show

  +Noon: Pet Rock Fest ready for its new home at Lancaster Fairgrounds
  
  

  -Victim, suspect die after shootings, carjacking attempts in Worcester (4:49). Article

  -Related: Children encountered suspect after deadly shooting in Worcester (1:59)

  -Related: "So many gunshots." Witnesses describe shooting on I-190 (1:29)

  -Related: Suspect shoots himself on I-190 (Warning: Graphic video)

  -Car nearly hits Worcester barbershop in multi-vehicle crash

  -Worcester's Italian heritage takes to the street (Shrewsbury) on Sunday

  -How 41 Haitian migrant workers solved a local nonprofit's staff shortage

  -Woman pleads guilty to charges for P.P.P. and R.A.F.T. fraud

  -Former St. Gobain campus redevelopment granted $2.6 million for infrastructure upgrades

  -"Healthy Ever After" benefit for Family Health Center of Worcester

  -The Buzz with City Manager Batista (6:34): Strategic plan

  -Aislinn Doyle: Worcester Public Schools in Brief

  -Radio Worcester Roundtable (45:24): Claims of inequality in Worcester’s A.R.P.A. fund distribution

  -The Dish: What's up next for Millbury's Who Cut the Cheesecake?

  >DINING OUT: Morawski BBQ and Sauced & Tossed vie for Best Food Truck in Central Mass.

  -ICYMI: Kayden Hoffler charged in death of S.U.V. driver who was shot before crash in Worcester

  -Police arrest man on gun charges, search for second suspect

  -"You gave me my life back": A decade later, Worcester doctor who contracted Ebola thanks caregivers (2:29). Article

  -Officials, residents conflicted over A.R.P.A. funds for B.I.P.O.C. community

  -See the rest of the day's Worcester news
  
  

  >HOLDEN (brought to you by Lamoureux Ford): October Senior Center events

  -Linda From Leicester Loves Lamoureux Ford (2:16)

  -Construction begins on Newell Road

  >THE BURBS (brought to you by North End Motor Sales): Bioprocessing firm to lease space in Centech Park North in Shrewsbury

  -Leominster man charged with trespassing at least 7 times over the summer sentenced to jail

  -Leominster man charged with attempted arson after he was found with gas can outside home

  -Leicester police receive $17,627.86 to support roadway safety

  -Sidewalks on Westboro Road on Grafton fall town meeting warrant

  -Orange's community development director resigns, cites insufficient support from town leadership

  -Millbury resident graduates from Fitchburg State police recruit program

  -Millbury and Sutton residents to participate in Jimmy Fund Walk
  
  

  >BARS & BANDS: The Mayor's Live Music List for Thursday

  -Worcester brewery's collaboration with strip club draws ire of some

  >SHOWTIME: Who is nominated for the 2024 New England Music Awards?

  -Gary Sohmers crafts out-of-this world "Beasties: A Sci-Fi Rock Opera"

  -Tuneful changes at Salisbury Singers, Worcester Chamber Music Society

  -Last Call: Matthew Burgos, artist and photographer

  -Tom Marino: 16 days later, State Police acknowledge Enrique Delgado-Garcia

  -Manny Jae Media's Innerviews (35:51): Worcester Mayor Joe Petty

  -WCCA-TV's Close to Home No. 574 (29:19): Remembering Ruth Pakaluk, Part 2

  >OBITUARIES: Tribute to 33-year veteran of Worcester Fire Department
  
  

  >SPORTS: David Andrews injury won’t impact Drake Maye’s start date, Jerod Mayo says

  -NFL Week 5 schedule, TV and announcers

  -With Celtics as an exception, Boston sports have hit a rough patch

  -Holy Cross 'Sader Stories (23:24): Engaged Fellow Katie Russell promotes voter registration
  
  

  >CARS: Bertera Nissan has the car for you (:43)

  >NATIONAL: Alarming British Airways cockpit footage shows Iranian rockets (1:09)

  -180 Royal Caribbean cruise passengers sickened with gastrointestinal illness

  -Tragic: 5-year-old boy on Disney World ride goes into cardiac arrest

  >NEW ENGLAND: Hidden gold treasure that led seekers to Mass. found

  -M.B.T.A. Communities Act: On eve of court fight, Healey rewards compliance

  >COLLEGES: Anna Maria AMCAST (35:26): Teamwork with Mike Burlas and Paul Phillips

  -Clark Challenge. Change. podcast (12:45): Sci-fi, immigration, and representation with Professor Betsy Huang
  
  

  >TRAVEL (brought to you by Fuller RV & Rental): Milan to Lake Como — Luxe escapes, stunning views, and must-see sights

  >BUSINESS: UPS looking to hire over 125,000 employees for holidays

  -LPL Financial Research: Gold rally is no flash in the pan 

  -Radio Worcester (10:06): Patrick O’Hara and Alex Guardiola on the benefits of B.B.B. accreditation

  >SHOPPING: Is Amazon Prime worth it? What to know about the membership

  >HOMES: Falling interest rates could save Mass. homeowners money (2:09)

  >HEALTH: Flu season coming. Here's what to know about vaccine shots (2:04)

  -Cancer patient receives first-of-its-kind double lung transplant

  >FOOD: The Krabby Patty is coming to Wendy's nationwide for a limited time. Yes, really
  
  

  >TV/STREAMING: Hilary Swank joins "Yellowjackets" Season 3 in mystery role

  >MOVIES: 11 best new movies on Netflix

  >CELEBRITY: Why "White Lotus" star Connie Britton prefers TV over film

  >HISTORY: Mass. cartoonists have entertained millions of people

  >ANIMALS: Bonded matted dogs transform together (3:11)

  >GOOD NEWS (brought to you by Bertera Nissan): Man wins lottery jackpot 2 months after his son

  -Meanwhile, in Ohio, deal-hunting 8-year-old girl drives herself 10 miles to local Target

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