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>WEATHER: Mark Rosenthal's 7-day forecast (1:12). High of 63 today in Worcester
-Fall drought in Massachusetts could mean less snow this winter
>TOP OF THE NEWS
-Ayuen Leet, seriously injured in Shrewsbury Street crash, home from hospital
-Shelter to return to old Registry of Motor Vehicles building in Worcester
-Pretzel franchise eyes Grafton St. site of former Wholly Cannoli
-40 years later, the murder of Patricia Gonyea remains unsolved; fundraiser launched for a memorial bench
-Robert Goddard anniversary begins its historic climb
-20+ economic development projects funded in Worcester County
-Worcester E.M.T. director to receive national award
-"They’re all dead": Father of slain West Brookfield family testifies in cousin’s murder trial
-Radio Worcester (14:21): Councilor King criticizes unequal rule application after Gaza petition blocked
-Radio Worcester (19:49): Worcester Havurah’s Allie Cislo speaks out on blocking public discussion
>DINING OUT: Review of Barbers Crossing Roadhouse in Leicester
-ICYMI: Volunteers team up to build house for family in need in Worcester (1:41). Article
-D.C.F. previously involved with Worcester family where father is facing charges after daughter’s death
-Worcester police warn of a rash of car break-ins
-Year-to-date crime stats for Worcester through September
-See the rest of the day's Worcester news
>HOLDEN (brought to you by Lamoureux Ford): TODAY! Halloween in Holden 11 to 3
-Composting 8 to 2:30 Saturday
-Holden high schooler goes extra 100 miles to fight childhood cancer
-Linda From Leicester Loves Lamoureux Ford (2:16)
>THE BURBS (brought to you by North End Motor Sales): TODAY! Truck or Treat at Shrewsbury Town Hall 9 to noon
-TODAY! Manchaug Pond clean-up Saturday
-TODAY! Ghosts-N-Goblins race Saturday in Clinton
-Northbridge woman pleads guilty in crash that killed N.H. innkeeper
-Sutton town manager postpones retirement
-Berlin-Boylston voters face School Committee choices
-Auburn police welcome new dispatcher
-Salute to Veterans Comedy Night in Grafton November 7th
>BARS & BANDS: The Mayor's Live Music List for Saturday
>SHOWTIME: Five Things to Do: "Charlotte's Web," "Nosferatu," Leon trout and more
-100FM The Pike (6:58): The Pike Breakdown Lane
-100FM The Pike (8:05): Diners, Drive In's and Die with Ryan & Tony from Ralph's
-Worcester's Johnny Pierce joins "Wrestling for Wishes" for Make-a-Wish
-Trans-Siberian Orchestra returning to DCU Center with "Lost Christmas"
-Top dogs named in Redemption Rock's calendar contest
-Magic, mourning and mediums of focus of Peabody Essex Museum exhibit
-First Person: Joe Fusco Jr.'s grandkids got game
-Jennifer Julien Gaskin: We cannot afford to play games
>OBITUARIES: Tribute to Worcester woman whose "true impact was felt through her community service"
>SPORTS: Robert Kraft doesn't address Patriots issues at fan event
-Bill Belichick enters girlfriend Jordon Hudson's cheerleading feud with radio host
-Jayson Tatum joins Larry Bird in NBA record books amid hot start
-Bruins unveil new commemorative jersey for Centennial Game vs. Montreal
-100FM The Pike (7:14): The Brushback host J.P. Ricciardi gives his World Series predictions
-Holy Cross 'Sader Stories: Men's soccer senior reflections
-Holy Cross Athletics Practice Report (1:18): Kat Fogarty
-Railers win in Trois-Rivières, 4-3
>NATIONAL: Dozens more sickened in McDonald's E. Coli outbreak
-Helene and Milton are both likely to be $50 billion disasters, joining ranks of most costly storms
-Tragic: Shock video shows 20-year-old tourist swept away by massive wave
>NEW ENGLAND: Man shot and killed in downtown Plymouth parking lot (1:42)
-63% of Massachusetts schools are still segregated, report finds
>COLLEGES: WPI researchers unlock “Silicate Magic” for safer and cheaper batteries
-Clark professor and alumna coaches students on creating multidimensional characters
>TRAVEL (brought to you by Fuller RV & Rental): These are the wettest places on earth
>BUSINESS: Consumers reach their breaking point, forcing retailers to shutter stores at a worrying pace
-Neural Network podcast (18:25): Interdisciplinary nature of A.I. in healthcare with Shawn Coe
-DAVIS Cos. president leaves family business after 20 years
>SHOPPING: Newest Amazon Prime deal gives members 10 cents off gasoline
>HOMES: Worcester County home sales drop 13% as Mass. prices set another monthly record
>HEALTH: With long COVID symptoms a new study points to a possible cause
-Doctors seeing uptick in U.T.I.s. What to do if you have one (1:30)
>FOOD: Some of 11.8 million pounds of recalled BrucePac is in schools, U.S.D.A. says
>TV/STREAMING: New shows and movies to watch this weekend
>MOVIES: New movies on demand — "Transformers One," '"Azrael" and more
>CELEBRITY: Phil Lesh, founding member of Grateful Dead, dies at 84
-Jane Fonda to receive S.A.G. Life Achievement Award
>HISTORY: Lincoln assassin John Wilkes Booth had several connections to Boston
>ANIMALS: Elephant walks free after 41 years in chains (3:01)
>GOOD NEWS: Officer credited with stopping man from jumping off bridge
-Meanwhile, woman nabbed trying to smuggle 29 turtles wrapped in socks into Canada
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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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