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>WEATHER: Mark Rosenthal's 7-day forecast (:31). High of 34 today in Worcester
>TOP OF THE NEWS
-History hits the market. Victorian residence for sale on Elm Street in Worcester
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-Is this Worcester spot Massachusetts' best and most versatile hidden gem? Video (1:01)
-State police lieutenant charged in Delgado-Garcia death was promoted in 2025
-Worcester sex offender gets 12 years in prison after Logan Airport arrest
-"I’m crushed": Transgender patients left in limbo after UMass Memorial canceled their surgeries
-Robert Goddard’s legacy: The past, present and future of Central Mass. innovation
-GreenTech Park redevelopment to use local, diverse labor; abide by enhanced energy codes
-"A dangerous precedent": Worcester residents outraged over I.C.E. confrontation verdict
-On Valentine's Day, car lovers give vehicles much-needed winter bath
-Worcester Guardian Week in Review: $1 million snow funding, school pride, Haxhiaj in court
>DINING OUT: Chipotle is expanding to have second spot in Worcester. Here’s where
-ICYMI: Worcester just lost its last chance to avoid paying Holden $35 million in sewage legal dispute
-Driver injured after vehicle strikes pole, plunges down embankment in Worcester
-Former T.S.A. agent from Worcester pleads guilty to unemployment fraud
-Developer seeks to build 288-unit complex on wooded land near Doherty High
-Police seize arsenal in raid of illegal gun maker in Worcester
-Spectrum News 1 to move base from Worcester after acquiring NECN
-See the rest of the day's Worcester news
>HOLDEN (brought to you by Lamoureux Ford): Sip n’ Sprout welcomes little ones and their caregivers
-All members of Wachusett special education parent board resign
-Winter snow brings great values at Lamoureux Ford (2:00)
-Celebrating over a century of service, the Holden Woman’s Club looks ahead
>THE BURBS (brought to you by North End Motor Sales): Pay It Forward Card Show Sunday at Fitchburg-Leominster Elks Lodge
-Worcester County Wonders: Ashburnham is alive with the sound of history
-Shrewsbury family donates $7,500 to school programs that "invested so much" in son
-From freshmen champions to senior leaders: Shrewsbury girls’ hockey Class of 2026
>BARS & BANDS: The Mayor's Live Music List for Sunday
>SHOWTIME: Things to Do: James Montgomery, "Eureka Day," burlesque and more ...
-Holy Cross Professor Paige Reynolds says there’s no shame in reading romance
>OPINION: Laurel: Off the clock for February school break
-Andrew Marsh: Criminalizing those who rush to help their neighbors
-Tom Marino: City of Worcester's varying interpretation of assault & battery
-Unity Radio's Unity in the Community (57:20): Lina To Carter
-Radio Worcester's The Rundown (26:34): State Police manslaughter charges, Haxhiaj trial and Worcester I.C.E. policy debate
-Radio Worcester Roundtable (50:32): Manslaughter charges, I.C.E. policy and Worcester crime trends
>OBITUARIES: Tribute to man "dedicated part of his life to helping others battling addiction"
>SPORTS: Drake Maye makes promise to Patriots fans
-Defense leads Holy Cross women's basketball team to win over Loyola
-No. 14 Holy Cross women’s ice hockey edged by Providence
-Holy Cross men’s ice hockey’s comeback effort falls short at Canisius
-Railers grab point in 3-2 overtime loss
>NATIONAL: 4 new astronauts arrive at the International Space Station
-Disturbing video and a person questioned. Key developments in the Nancy Guthrie case
-Russian opposition leader Alexei Navalny poisoned by highly lethal dart frog toxin, widow says
-Tragic: Mother drowns newborn in port-a-potty moments after giving birth: police
>NEW ENGLAND: Woman falls through ice and dies in Eastham; husband missing (2:13). Article
-Judge orders return of student deported to Honduras (:44)
>COLLEGES: Assumption celebrates Black History Month
-Anna Maria Esports Director’s Corner
>TRAVEL (brought to you by Fuller RV & Rental): Atlantis Bahamas guide: Luxury stays, chef dining, aquaventure
-Packing list for kids: Top travel gear and accessories for families
>BUSINESS: Worcester autism center expands with $3 million purchase of Auburn facility
-Fitchburg Fiber Co. launches new cooperative, plans local mobile service
-P.R.S.A. Greater Worcester announces 2026 board
>HOMES: Central Mass. real estate transfers
>SHOPPING: HomeGoods opening store in Hudson
>FOOD: Peanut butter recall in 40 states over plastic pieces
>HEALTH: 3 simple ways to stay healthy and independent as you age, according to a doctor
>TV/STREAMING: 11 best new shows on Netflix
-"Ted Lasso" Season 4 photos reveal new first assistant coach — and recasting shakeup
>MOVIES: "Wuthering Heights" dominates box office with $11 million gross after 1 day
>CELEBRITY: Actress Rose Byrne honored with parade, roast as Hasty Pudding's Woman of the Year
-John Mellencamp says daughter Teddi's "going through hell" as he reveals new details on cancer battle
>ANIMALS: These 2 dumped dogs refused to face the shelter alone (2:11)
>HISTORY: George Washington stopped in Shrewsbury in 1789
>GOOD NEWS: Community shows up for beloved mailman retiring after 33 years (2:50)
-Meanwhile, R.F.K. Jr. admits "I used to snort cocaine off of toilet seats" while discussing germs
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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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