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>WEATHER: Mark Rosenthal's 7-day forecast (1:13). High of 57 today in Worcester
-Map shows where in New England to find best fall foliage this weekend
>TOP OF THE NEWS
-86-year-old killed by falling tree branch
-Rally and walk in Worcester raises awareness of domestic violence, remembers victims
-W.R.T.A. marks 50 years of service with a new plan
-City outlines vision for growth, public safety and community engagement
-Worcester touts success of school-based health centers as flu season approaches
-Worcester leaders of color cheer equity chief hire, but say there is work to do
-TODAY! Jack Barry Little League to host inaugural Field Day on Sunday
-100FM The Pike (10:24): John Kenneway from Moynagh's Tavern talks about Sunday's Harvest Fest
-Radio Worcester (15:33): Bob Moylan returns as interim D.P.W. head to prepare Worcester for winter
-Sheriff kicks off coat distribution for winter (2:39)
-A legacy of goodness and impact at Notre Dame Academy
>FAITH: Holy Cross prof: A realistic statue of Mary giving birth was criticized, then vandalized − but saints and artists have often reimagined Christ’s birth
>DINING OUT: Radio Worcester (12:59): Shannon’s Irish Ale House opens on Green Street in Worcester
-ICYMI: Worcester student arrested, made false active shooter call, police say
-Slain Assumption grad's family speaks out after killer asks S.J.C. to vacate convictions (:52). Article
-Worcester Planning Board to review Shrewsbury Street construction
-Table Talk Pies headquarters, other buildings sold for $50 million
-See the rest of the day's Worcester news
>HOLDEN (brought to you by Lamoureux Ford): After 100 years in business, Sunnyside Ford in Holden is closing
-Linda From Leicester Loves Lamoureux Ford (2:16)
-Holden police urge residents to be cautious after 2 cars stolen in 1 night
>THE BURBS (brought to you by North End Motor Sales): Police investigating double shooting in Fitchburg
-TODAY! Wachusett Reservoir dam walkway open on Sunday
-Paxton heading for bylaw changes in special town meeting
-Dotson challenges Paul Frost (R-Auburn) for 7th Worcester District state representative seat
-Touchstone holds Mess Fest & Open Campus
-New Clinton teacher brings experience to classroom
-Item towns receive traffic safety grants
>BARS & BANDS: The Mayor's Live Music List for Sunday
>SHOWTIME: Seven Things to Do: "Dracula" in Spanish, Movie on the Common...
-TODAY! Chuck & Mud to strum into 45th anniversary with show at Institute Park on Sunday
-Many Voices youth choir celebrates cultural heritage with concert
-Review: Gary Sohmers' rock opera "Beasties" has stellar debut
-Jennifer Julien Gaskin: Embracing my AuDHD
-Maggie Calvetti: If pumpkin carving ideas were honest
-Tina Agostinelli: Embracing the return to routine & lessons from a chaotic summer
-Unity Radio's Cannabis 101 (56:53)
>OBITUARIES: Tribute to longtime court clerk in Worcester
>SPORTS: Drake Maye faces massive challenge in first start
-What can we expect from Drake Maye in first career NFL start? (10:41)
-Brian Hoyer's 3 keys to success for Drake Maye vs. Texans
-NFL Week 6 schedule, TV and announcers
-Bruins beat Kings, 2-1
-Holy Cross earns comeback win against Fordham
-Related: Highlights (2:12), Postgame press conference (4:17)
-Railers lose exhibition opener, 4-3, to Maine
-100FM The Pike (8:52): Railers coach Bob Deraney on training camp and a special game
>CARS: Bertera Nissan has the car for you (:43)
>NATIONAL: Most anticipated comet of the year to make its closest approach to Earth this weekend
-Vehicle dropping off shooting victim in Philadelphia strikes 3 nurses, critically wounding 1
-Tragic: American woman eaten by a shark while on dream trip to Indonesia
>NEW ENGLAND: Video shows N.H. police officer hit by fallen telephone pole (:34)
-Massachusetts deadlines, rules for 2024 presidential election
>COLLEGES: Anna Maria AMCAST (32:07): Conversation with men’s soccer captains
-Artist Q brings distinctive looks to limited line of Clark apparel
-Worcester State campus overflows with smiles, fun and festivities during Homecoming and 150th kickoff
>TRAVEL (brought to you by Fuller RV & Rental): What happens to coins tossed in famous fountains?
>BUSINESS: Biopharma industry claims sector could grow Mass. economy by $1 billion over 5 years
-Neural Network podcast (23:56): A.I.'s role in socioeconomic shifts with Jordan Wilson
-Radio Worcester (10:40): B.B.B. warns of rising Medicare, delivery and rental car scams
>SHOPPING: Fisher-Price swing recall — 2 million baby swings cited after 5 deaths
>HOMES: Worcester County home listings asked for more money in September
>HEALTH: Doctor reveals how daylight savings can be detrimental to your health
-"Amazing" new lung cancer treatment 40% more effective than standard amid "golden age" of cancer research
>FOOD: People are just discovering the purpose of the McDonald's McFlurry spoon
>TV/STREAMING: The best horror movies of 2024 available to stream right now
>MOVIES: How to watch "Deadpool" movies in order: Stream online free
>CELEBRITY: Jennifer Aniston dispels wildest rumors written about her: "That's a little true"
>HISTORY: Massachusetts 1920s in color (8:18)
>ANIMALS: Woman spots small scared dog by a busy highway (3:09)
>GOOD NEWS (brought to you by Bertera Nissan): Community completes home for veteran after builder's death (2:03). Article
-Meanwhile, in Washington, driver in H.O.V. lane caught using plaid shirt as "passenger"
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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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