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In The News
>WEATHER: Mark Rosenthal's 7-day forecast (1:15). High of 36 today in Worcester
>TOP OF THE NEWS
+5:00: Planet Fitness plans to open new gym in Downtown Worcester
+5:00: Shrewsbury Street restaurant celebrates 25 years in business (pictured)
+5:00: Worcester names new D.P.W. Commissioner
+5:00: Worcester Public Library gives free trees to kids
+Noon: It's Friday! Check Dining Out and Bars & Bands before making plans
+Noon: New shows and movies to watch this weekend
+Noon: New movies on demand — "Kraven The Hunter," "Queer," and more
+Noon: "I don't like it one bit": Worcester neighbors lament plans to close Price Chopper store
+Noon: Victor Infante: Does anybody want to read about a happy marriage?
+Noon: First Person: An Ode to the Old Tahanto Regional High School Gum Wall
+Noon: Former Holy Cross receiver Jalen Coker enjoyed breakout season for Carolina Panthers
-Worcester roofer pleads guilty to tax evasion, $1.6 million in income hidden
-Shrewsbury dentist charged with attempted rape of a child
-Worcester man arrested for allegedly exposing himself to teens at Auburn Mall
-Assumption students charged in social media-inspired plot (2:43). Article
-Holy Cross buys Rotmans Furniture complex
-From government to arts, presenting Worcester's Women to Watch in 2025
-During absence, City Councilor Thu Nguyen to receive $2,641 monthly stipend
-Earlier: Nguyen takes hiatus, accuses colleagues of transphobia (2:08). Article
-Earlier: Mayor Joe Petty responds; Councilor Kate Toomey responds, Councilor Candy Mero-Carlson responds
-Radio Worcester's The Rundown (22:09): Explosive city council accusations and debate over in-person attendance
-City councilors support effort to create women's shelter in Worcester
-Lake Avenue crash victim identified
-Gov. Healey says she's confident in Worcester to address police issues
>DINING OUT: Theatre Café holding Winter Blues Supper Club dinner on Friday
-ICYMI: Worcester demands Polar Park developer pay taxes & fees over terminated project
-George Russell will not seek reelection as District 3 city councilor
-Radio Worcester Roundtable (47:08): Public comment rules and early Worcester city council race insights
-As Worcester’s new chief equity officer, Kevin Lovaincy has his work cut out for him to advance the city’s D.E.I. efforts
-See the rest of the day's Worcester news
>HOLDEN (brought to you by Lamoureux Ford): Wachusett Echo: Don’t forget to close your tabs — The school’s wifi
-NEW! Longtime customer salutes Lamoureux Ford (3:53)
-Wachusett Echo: Players raise money for their teams
>THE BURBS (brought to you by North End Motor Sales): Challenge to Beal Commons project dismissed
-Information about Lake Singletary Fishing Derby on Saturday
-Christopher Sullivan Memorial Event is Saturday
-Paxton Garden Club thanks community
-2 Grafton teens arrested in drug bust
-Ice crashes through windshield, injuring driver in Brookfield (2:33)
-20th annual wine & chocolate tasting to support Blackstone Valley Emergency Shelter and Rotary
>BARS & BANDS: The Mayor's Live Music List for Friday
>SHOWTIME: Things to Do: Documentary screening, death metal and wedding expo ...
-Burncoat Theatre presents "Arsenic and Old Lace" (1:59:56)
-W.C.P.A. names Daniel Letona for Dan Lewis fellowship
>OPINION: Giselle Rivera-Flores: José “Cha Cha” Jiménez — A Pioneering Activist for the Puerto Rican Community
-WCCA-TV's Chandler Chat No. 447 (28:32): Barry Maloney & Worcester State
>OBITUARIES: Tribute to a former research scientist at UMass Medical School
>SPORTS: Updated Patriots predictions for No. 4 pick in NFL Draft
-Bill Belichick hasn't signed U.N.C. contract yet as NFL rumors swirl
-Were Cam Neely’s candid Bruins trade deadline comments a message to players?
-Brian Abraham, Rich Gedman given new jobs within Red Sox organization
-Holy Cross men's hockey goalie Thomas Gale named to Mike Richter Award Watch List
-Holy Cross announces 2025 football schedule, season ticket deposits on sale now
-New officiating course would address need for sporting officials
>NATIONAL: SpaceX Starship destroyed during launch (1:20)
-State Farm renewing policies for homeowners impacted by L.A. wildfires
-Tragic: Toddler found alone in freezing cold after babysitter nearly drinks herself to death: cops
>NEW ENGLAND: Sen. Peter Durant promises push to overturn state gun law
-Gov. Maura Healey delivers State of the Commonwealth address (59:44)
>COLLEGES: Hundreds of school children cheer on Worcester State women’s basketball during Math Madness
>TRAVEL (brought to you by Fuller RV & Rental): 12 longest rail trails in the U.S.
>BUSINESS: Area bank promotes chief lending officer to president
-LPL Financial Research: New year, same bull market?
-Radio Worcester (12:16): B.B.B.'s Alex Guardiola highlights Braley Wellington’s growth and expertise
>SHOPPING: Amazon Valentine's Day — Shop the best gifts, deals, decor and more
>HEALTH: How to treat cold sores (1:09)
-Workout tips for 2025 from fitness experts (9:03)
>FOOD: Eating more processed red meat could increase dementia risk (2:15)
>TV/STREAMING: Trailer for new Jamie Foxx, Cameron Diaz Netflix movie, "Back in Action" (2:08)
>MOVIES: Oscars not being canceled, film academy says
>CELEBRITY: "Twin Peaks" creator David Lynch dies at 78
-Bob Uecker, legendary voice of the Brewers, dies at 90
>HISTORY: Mechanics Hall is Worcester’s most historic music venue
>ANIMALS: Husky who spent his whole life alone in a yard gets rescued (1:53)
>GOOD NEWS: Basketball player saved by opponent after collapsing
-Meanwhile, Italian mayor's proclamation makes it illegal to get sick
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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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