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In The News
-Latest weather: Windy, high in the upper 40s today in Worcester
+6:00: Worcester City Manger Ed Augustus to step down May 31st
+6:00: Latest pets up for adoption in the Worcester area
+Noon: Diversity in Worcester is an "extracurricular activity", outgoing chief diversity officer said
+Noon: Radio Worcester (17:21): City Manager Ed Augustus on the chief diversity officer, the Denholm, COVID and the Tercentennial
+Noon: 5 Things You Need to Know Today in Worcester - March 22nd
+Noon: Composer and Clark University professor John Aylward explores the "Celestial"
+Noon: Janice Harvey: Mammogram scare underscores exam's importance
+Noon: The Instagram scam that hijacks your account
-Police investigate a series of business break-ins in Worcester
-$100,000 Mass Cash winner sold in Worcester
-Peter Stefan, humanitarian Worcester mortician, dies at age 85
-Leominster mourns Worcester State grad and newlywed who died in Norway crash (1:46)
-Worcester officials speak out about St. John's abuse allegations
-Earlier: Former Worcester City Councilor to lead investigation into St. John's Food for the Poor Program Director
-Police data shows ShotSpotter's level of impact in Worcester
-How do you replace a college president? 8 Central Mass. colleges are finding out
-The Mayor’s Live Music List for Tuesday
-Song to Get You Through the Week: Ashley Deyj comes out swinging on "Higher"
-Redemption Rock Brewing and Worcester Historical Museum ringing in the city’s anniversaries with 3 new beers
-Don Landgren: Passengers stranded on JetBlue plane at Worcester Regional Airport
-City Council Preview for March 22nd: New reservoir land, city employee health plans
-ICYMI: Infiltrating Worcester's inner circle
-UMass resident physicians: Residency is broken. We're unionizing to fix it
-See the rest of the day's Worcester news
-The Burbs (brought to you by North End Motor Sales): Shrewsbury police arrest 2 on drug charges
-American Legion Post in Sutton celebrates 75 years
-Arson Watch offers reward for Wind Tiki Webster restaurant fire
-Police investigating fatal stabbing in Fitchburg
-Fitchburg man, formerly in spotlight over racist graffiti claim, arraigned on shooting charge
-Grafton Boy Scouts plan bottle and can drive
-Sports: Will Spangenberg named Hilton Garden Inn Crusader of the Week
-Time running out to have photo of yourself, family, and/or pets to be featured on a 90-foot mural at Bravehearts game
-Enter to win WooSox tickets, courtesy of North End Motor Sales
-Celtics beat Oklahoma City, 132-123
-Bruins beat Montreal, 3-2, in overtime
-Worcester Hockey Alumni highlights, week 22
-Cars: March to Bertera Nissan for great values! (7:57)
-Take a look at new 2022 Four Winds RV now in at Fuller RV in Boylston
-National/International: Ukraine retakes key Kyiv suburb; battle for Mariupol rages
-At least 8 were killed and more than 50 hurt in 8 mass shootings across the country last weekend
-Tragic: Holocaust survivor killed by Russians in Kharkiv
-New England: Man falls up to 50 feet into underground water storage tank in Monson
-Marine stabbed to death outside Boston bar, bouncer arrested
-5-year-old alerts parents to fire at New Hampshire farm (:23)
-Business: President warns U.S. companies of potential Russian cyberattacks
-Meeting 2022 with optimism: Post-COVID conferences returning
-COVID long-hauler provides calm restoration with 2 new spas
-Best summer jobs for teens in 2022, plus expert tips
-Shopping: Best-selling Amazon products of 2022: 90 top finds
-Colleges: Holy Cross endowment pushes past $1 billion. Here's how much money area colleges have
-TV/Streaming: New on Hulu in April
-Movies: Amy Schumer wants Volodymyr Zelenskyy to appear at the Academy Awards
-Celebrity: Tom Hanks photobombs bridal party
-Health: Symptoms of spring allergies you shouldn’t ignore
-Food: McDonald’s bringing back Szechuan sauce for limited time this month
-Animals: Labrador scared to leave crate learns how to be puppy (3:17)
-History: Worcester 300 trivia contest, part 6: Competing hardware stores
-Homes: U.S. home prices increased by 15% in February compared to a year ago
-Good news (brought to you by Bertera Nissan): Ukrainian "Let It Go" girl performs for thousands in Poland
-Meanwhile, in Florida, Burger King employee shoots customer who threw mayo at her
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-Classifieds (Help Wanted)
+Parking Attendant (Hiring Bonus!!) in Worcester
-Payroll Specialist at WPI
-Events Planner at WPI
-Accounting Clerk at WPI
-Changeover/Set Up Laborer at DCU Center
-Housekeeper/Custodian at DCU Center
-Concession Stand Worker at DCU Center
-Security/Usher/Ticket Taker at DCU Center
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Coronavirus (COVID-19)
+6:00: Johnson & Johnson vaccine shows promising long-term durability
+6:00: Scientists search for a test to measure immunity
-Demand for vaccines waning in Worcester as medical leaders continue to push for higher vaccination rates
-Radio Worcester (4:10): Worcester Medical Director Dr. Michael Hirsh on COVID and the BA.2 subvariant
-ICYMI: No free testing or vaccination/boosters today in Downtown Worcester
-Mass. reports 1,693 new cases over 3 days, 7 additional deaths
In The News
>WEATHER: Mark Rosenthal's 7-day forecast (:43). High of 70 today in Worcester
>TOP OF THE NEWS
+7:00: Artemis II spacesuits made in Worcester can protect astronauts even in "worst case" scenario (1:01). Article
+7:00: Channel 25 Zip Trip coming to Rutland in July (2:23)
+7:00: Worcesteria: Flag-raising at City Hall marks Trans Day of Visibility
+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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