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>WEATHER: Mark Rosenthal's 7-day forecast (:34). High of 38 today in Worcester
-Declared winter parking ban to take effect 9 a.m. Saturday
>TOP OF THE NEWS
-Worcester police ask for help finding missing 14-year-old girl, 15-year-old boy
-Worcester police make arrest in fatal Main Street stabbing (1:23). Article
-Earlier: 2 injured in Downtown Worcester stabbing, police say (:11). Article
-Worcester veterans services director out amid dispute over academic credentials
-City Councilor Rosen blasts Spectrum over senior discounts
-At nearly 90, he’s still lacing up for hockey games in Worcester
-Shrewsbury-based Raptor Tales Rescue continues to care for birds of prey
-Area animal shelter seeks help as heating system fails
-Table Hoppin': Herbs Makes Scents sees growth tea market ahead
-Dunkin' changed its points policy and cost a loyal customer $260. Know the risks of loyalty programs
-Woo! Science: Worcester County beekeepers lend helping hand to hives
-Vision to Action update outlines progress, challenges for schools
>DINING OUT: Worcester’s new steakhouse has a genius system for all-you-can-eat meat
-ICYMI: Shrewsbury school worker, 19, arrested on child sexual abuse image charges (2:20). Article
-Gunman who killed trooper in 1983 has first parole hearing (2:23)
-Worcester skyscraper proposal nearly doubles in size following developer error
-Who is Sheruff Barkley? Meet the Worcester Police Department's newest officer
-See the rest of the day's Worcester news
>HOLDEN (brought to you by Lamoureux Ford): Holden targeted? A.G. threatens action against towns not complying with M.B.T.A. Act
-Lamoureux Ford welcomes Jeff Tripp from Sunnyside Motors (1:44)
-Wachusett Echo: Spirit is in the air
>THE BURBS (brought to you by North End Motor Sales): 1 in serious condition after Sturbridge crash
-Leominster man pleads guilty to bank fraud, money laundering
-Grafton Fire Department covers for Uxbridge in light of tragedy
-Will the Spencer Rescue Squad become a town department?
-Shirley man arrested outside Ayer motel on four outstanding warrants
-Dudley Board of Selectmen votes to send P.I.L.O.T. letter to Nichols College
-Millbury-Sutton Chronicle goings on
>BARS & BANDS: The Mayor's Live Music List for Saturday
>SHOWTIME: Things to Do: Musician Troy Mercy, comedian Brian Glowacki, and more ...
-Sculptors Taylor Apostol and Evan Morse set for ArtsWorcester show
-Cassinda Scharff: Cozy winter picture books for family read-alouds
>OPINION: First Person: In sickness, in health, Joe and Cyndi Fusco their journey
-Radio Worcester (16:26): Mayor Petty defends T.I.F.s, addresses speeding concerns
-Radio Worcester's The Rundown (26:06): Defamation lawsuit sparks debate over press freedom in Worcester
-Radio Worcester Roundtable (48:53): Lawsuit against This Week in Worcester spurs press freedom debate
>OBITUARIES: Tribute to Worcester woman who tended bar at the Ground Round and Maxwell Silverman's
>SPORTS: Mike Vrabel speaks on Patriots' plan ahead of Divisional Round against Texans
-Texans' Nico Collins ruled out in injury crusher
-NFL Divisional Round schedule, TV and announcers
-Assessing Anfernee Simons’ value to Celtics as NBA trade deadline looms
-Holy Cross Athletics Bob Cousy Video Series, Episode 1 (2:41)
-Holy Cross men's hockey beats Air Force, 3-2, in overtime
-Holy Cross men's basketball (on the road) and women's basketball (at home) face Lafayette
-Railers beat Maine, 3-2
>NATIONAL: California has no dry areas for first time in 25 years
-Ailing astronaut returns to Earth early in NASA’s first medical evacuation
-Tragic: 2 teen best friends die after sand hole collapses on them at park
>NEW ENGLAND: On camera: Man douses police chief's cruiser with gas (:35)
-Massachusetts hits 85.5% seat belt use in 2025
>COLLEGES: Nichols announces President’s and Dean's lists
-Assumption's Physician Assistant Class of 2028 welcomed with White Coat Ceremony
>TRAVEL (brought to you by Fuller RV & Rental): Data reveal the best time to visit Disney World
>BUSINESS: The top 10 jobs in the U.S. for 2026 — according to Indeed
-Verizon offers "pathetic" $20 credit, over hours-long outage
>SHOPPING: LEGO's "most significant evolution" in 50 years will bring toys to life
>HOMES: The bigger your house is, the more miserable you are: study
>HEALTH: Understanding measles risk: New vaccination rate map
-Combining small changes in diet, exercise and sleep may extend life
>FOOD: Clear protein explained: Benefits, nutrition and what to know
>TV/STREAMING: New shows & movies to watch this weekend
>MOVIES: New movies on streaming: "Song Sung Blue," "Dust Bunny," and more
>CELEBRITY: Why Mickey Rourke is rejecting job offers despite being evicted from L.A. home
-Timothy Busfield and Melissa Gilbert: A complete relationship timeline
>ANIMALS: Woman nurses tiny cat back to life — and discovers a miracle (2:52)
>GOOD NEWS: Mass. mom takes on extreme global marathon challenge
-Meanwhile, in Washington, goat "detained" for trying to break into retirement community
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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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