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>WEATHER: Mark Rosenthal's 7-day forecast (:30). High of 72 today in Worcester
-2025 hurricane names include Andrea, Barry and Chantal. See the full list
>TOP OF THE NEWS
+5:00: UMass Memorial, 1,000 workers have a week to avoid strike
+5:00: "Disruptive and intimidating": Activist David Webb under no trespass order from City Hall
+5:00: Worcesteria: Wurlitzer in spotlight at Hanover "Safety Last" showing
+5:00: Holy Cross Varsity Club announces 2025 class in Athletic Hall of Fame
+Noon: Grand jury hearing evidence in death of Worcester state police trainee
+Noon: Worcester father of 4-month-old deported after I.C.E. "violated his rights," attorney says
+Noon: Greater Worcester Opera's "Love Italian Style" something to sing about
+Noon: Jazzed Up Trio 6 to 9 Wednesday at 961 at Union Station
-The last 24-hour diner: A Worcester staple stands alone (pictured)
-Worcester woman arrested for shoplifting over $700 in goods from Leicester Walmart
-By raising dogs, Northborough couple helps those in need
-Worcester Business Journal's Movers & Shakers
-Exploring identity through Worcester’s gaming culture
-Courthouse Lofts secures funding to boost digital access
-Worcester expands youth jobs, workforce programs
-Green Public Service Awards recognizes 5 outstanding public employees
-WCCA-TV (59:37): State of the City address
-Woo! Science: Why cicadas will not go quietly
-Worcester County Wonders: Tackling racism on 2 wheels, the tale of Marshall "Major" Taylor
-Radio Worcester's The Rundown (26:00): Banned from City Hall — The boundaries of protest
-DINING OUT (brought to you by Patsie Dugan's): Radio Worcester (24:00): El Sombrero Taqueria and Dashboard Diner
-ICYMI: Worcester teen who died eating spicy chip to be honored with street
-Worcester's American Vinegar Works has grown loyal fanbase for its locally made product
-Trial delayed for man accused of throwing 7-year-old off I-290 bridge into lake
-A federal judge with Worcester roots has become a focus of president's anger. Here's why
-See the rest of the day's Worcester news
>HOLDEN (brought to you by Lamoureux Ford): This week's road closures and traffic delays
-Lamoureux Ford offers huge discounts! (2:53)
-Holden Woman's Club Person of the Year
>THE BURBS (brought to you by North End Motor Sales): Item photos/video: Tahanto Regional graduates Class of 2025
-Mother and son arrested in drug raid in Leominster; AR-15, handguns and cocaine seized
-Rochdale man arrested in Leicester traffic stop after giving false name
-Grafton Job Corps students, staff decry federal "pause" on operations
-Town manager James Smith retires from Sutton
-In It To End It walk raises $12,000 in Goodwill's honor
-Bolton board plans to make 2-member board work
-Successful project with Grafton Garden Club grant
-Sterling Library of Things adds to collection
>BARS & BANDS: The Mayor's Live Music List for Monday
>SHOWTIME: For Luanne Crosby, music is the key to happiness, togetherness
-Unfiltered Femininity exhibition curated by alumna opens at Worcester State gallery
>OPINION: Safe Exit Initiative: Not for sale — Ending exploitation
-Patricia Baker and Vicky Negus: Budget cuts pose threat to S.N.A.P. families, businesses in Mass.
-WCCA-TV's What It's Worth No. 474, Part 2 (27:39): Dr. Satya Mitra, candidate for Worcester City Councillor At-Large
-This Week in Worcester podcast (1:41:44)
>OBITUARIES: Tribute to Doug Hannam, longtime Little League coach and official
>SPORTS: How Patriots could make NFL playoffs after last-place finish
-It just got $9 million cheaper for Bill Belichick to blow off U.N.C. football
-How Payton Pritchard’s role for Celtics could change next season
-Red Sox beat Braves, 3-1
-Bravehearts split doubleheader with Burlington. Next home game: 6:30 Friday. Get tickets here
-Holy Cross men’s rowing places 20th at I.R.A. National Championship
-Holy Cross Coaches Roadshow (:40)
-WooSox beat RailRiders, 7-4
>CARS: Over 200,000 Ram vans recalled for camera issue
>NATIONAL: 6 people hurt in Colorado attack; suspect taken into custody (2:21)
-1 dead, 11 others injured in North Carolina shooting
>TRAGIC: Baby found in home with rotting goat carcass, dozens of animals; couple jailed
>NEW ENGLAND: Hundreds attend rally for Milford high honor student detained by I.C.E. (2:15)
-Plane crashes near Connecticut airport, 2 people rescued
>COLLEGES: WPI Alumni Stories, Episode 7 (34:27): Marc Printz
-Assumption honors exceptional leadership with Emmanuel D’Alzon Crown and Shield Awards
>TRAVEL (brought to you by Fuller RV & Rental): 8 tips for blending in with the locals in a new country
>BUSINESS: Central Mass. business by the numbers
-Radio Worcester (22:54): MassHire’s Bruce Mendelsohn on A.I. talent gaps, tariff impacts and shifting job market
>SHOPPING: What Worcester's Reading: Booklovers' Gourmet
>HEALTH: Avoid these foods to reduce sodium intake, says study (1:16)
-Potentially deadly bacteria found in invasive tick for first time in U.S.
-Mass. psychiatrist on balancing the needs of young children and aging parents (2:52). Article
>FOOD: Haribo issues recall over cola gummies are tainted with cannabis
>TV/STREAMING: Taylor Sheridan’s TV show lineup: "Landman" Season 2, "1944", "Yellowstone" spinoffs and more
>MOVIES: "Lilo & Stitch" dominates box office to become second-highest grossing film of 2025
>CELEBRITY: Jason Sudeikis breaks silence on uncle George Wendt's death
>ANIMALS: Golden Retriever and kitten rival for dad's affection (2:22)
>HISTORY: Why's it called that? Roadside marker in Ashby honors John Fitch, familiar to Fitchburg
>GOOD NEWS: Cops save infant's life after she stopped breathing: shocking video
-Meanwhile, watch a humanoid robot attack workers on factory floor (:48)
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+Multiple positions, Nancy Chang Restaurant
+Police officers, town of Leicester
-Worcester Area Director (part-time), Matthew 25
-Part-time bartender, Patsie Dugan's
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In The News
>WEATHER: Mark Rosenthal's 7-day forecast (:34). High of 81 today in Worcester
>TOP OF THE NEWS
+Noon: Bus drivers want out of Worcester teachers union. Here's why
+Noon: Worcester human rights commissioner quits over police review decision
+Noon: Crazy stats from Red Sox’ miraculous 20-game turnaround
-Worcester police ask for help finding missing teen girl
-UMass Memorial increases planned Community Healthlink layoffs to 231
-Worcester’s Washington Square to be site for demolition, new apartments
-Mass. House approves carveout allowing for Worcester Red Sox players to not be subject to state wage laws
-Former UMass Medical School student and cancer survivor in seventh Pan-Mass Challenge (2:53)
-UMass Memorial Health opens convenient new family medicine facility at White City
-Mike Benedetti: Worcester City Council agenda preview
-Radio Worcester (26:14): State Sen. Robyn Kennedy on budget, child welfare reform, housing costs, I.C.E.
>DINING OUT: Phantom Gourmet visits Worcester restaurant (4:59)
-Worcester bistro closed until August 3rd
-Worcester bakery closed until August 5th
-ICYMI: Worcester city manager nixes Research Bureau bid for police civilian review board
-Another pedestrian crash in Worcester renews push for safety improvements
-Massport announces record year for Worcester Regional Airport
-City backs 4 affordable housing developments
-See the rest of the day's Worcester news
>HOLDEN (brought to you by Lamoureux Ford): Senior Center closed through the end of July
-Russ Parker from Holden loves Lamoureux Ford (3:04)
-This week's road closures and traffic delays
>THE BURBS (brought to you by North End Motor Sales): Victor Catacchio has been making cars look like new for 43 years
-Leominster man arrested after police find him passed out behind the wheel with fentanyl
-Crews install modular bridge spanning French River between Dudley and Webster
-Road closure today and tomorrow in Shrewsbury
-Spencer Summer Concert Series returns to Powder Mill Park
>BARS & BANDS: The Mayor's Live Music List for Tuesday
>SHOWTIME: EcoTarium honors U.N. environmental leader with its highest conservation award
-WCCA-TV's Video Jam No. 1385 (30:00): Gina Alice, Captains of Entropy and more
>OPINION: Tom Marino: When Worcester chose the bailout over the Constitution
-WCCA-TV's Connecting the Dots No. 168 (29:48): Ed Gardella, Part 2
-Radio Worcester Roundtable (37:57): I.C.E. shooting in Maine, claims on election integrity
>OBITUARIES: Tribute to Worcester business owner who passed away at 44
>SPORTS: Drake Maye-A.J. Brown connection among storylines to watch as training camp opens (11:25)
-Red Sox beat Rays, 6-5, for 14th straight win
-'Sader Stories (2:20): Kaitlyn Flanagan, Crusader of the Year
-7 Bravehearts heading to Futures League All-Star Game (1:29)
-WooBall Weekly: Bravehearts enter All-Star break in the thick of playoff chase
-Win WooSox tickets courtesy of North End Motor Sales
>CARS: Best used cars for teen drivers, according to Consumer Reports
>NATIONAL: 3 more U.S. servicemembers killed in war in Iran (2:03)
-Disney World guest, 54, died on iconic ride after suffering heart emergency
-Tragic: 5 die after people jump into river trying to save someone in the water
>NEW ENGLAND: Lindsay Clancy trial (1:27): Jury selection resumes after 5 seated
-Pamela Smart seeks new trial for 1990 murder of husband (3:22)
-Teacher and coach charged with O.U.I. and child endangerment
>COLLEGES: Clark's century-old Economic Geography sees jump in citation rankings
>TRAVEL (brought to you by Fuller RV & Rental): The 5 most expensive states to visit in 2026
-This Conn. amusement park was named most affordable in the U.S. (1:01)
>BUSINESS: Shrewsbury commercial landscaper acquired by New Jersey firm
-LPL Financial Research: China holds keys to post-war oil prices
-Shocking amount of Gen Z employees pretend to be productive at work: survey
>SHOPPING: Dollar Tree installs price scanners for surprising reason
>HOMES: Consumer Reports: Guest WiFi network can boost privacy, speed
>HEALTH: Humanoid robots complete historic surgery
-How many cups of coffee are safe to drink per day? (1:53)
>FOOD: Cyclospora outbreak: Taylor Farms test update, food safety (7:52)
-Mass. lettuce farm says its crop safe amid cyclospora fears (1:49). Article
>TV/STREAMING: Shocked Geena Davis addresses Netflix canceling "The Boroughs"
>MOVIES: "The Odyssey" reviews roundup: What critics are saying
>CELEBRITY: Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce’s pals reveal new wedding details
-Brenda Fricker, "My Left Foot" Oscar-winning actress, dies at 81
>ANIMALS: Stray orange cat chooses his family and fits right in (1:44)
>HISTORY: These discoveries reshaped what historians knew about America's Founding Fathers
>GOOD NEWS: Cape Cod farm offers 20 years of opportunity for adults with disabilities (1:33). Article
-Meanwhile, in Idaho, man balances 195 rolls of toilet paper on his head for 30 seconds
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