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In The News
-Latest weather: Mix of sun and clouds, high of 67 today in Worcester
+6:00: Police say murder suspect told patrons inside Worcester bar he was "going to f--- somebody up" moments before shooting
+6:00: Juvenile stabbed in Crompton Park in Worcester leads to 3 arrests
+6:00: Worcester police already using drones with formal policy pending
+6:00: Radio Worcester's Worcester Wednesday with Mayor Joe Petty (17:20): WooSox Opening Day, strong mayor and police drones
+6:00: 2 Worcester open houses
+Noon: 5 Things You Need to Know Today in Worcester - April 13th
+Noon: Fly From Worcester To NYC For $41 With JetBlue this Summer
+Noon: Holden police post message about "incident" in a bathroom at Wachusett Regional that ended in arrest
+Noon: Holden police charge Worcester woman with assault with a dangerous weapon, a car
-SEE THE LIST: What Worcester municipal employees make
-Worcester city employee earnings reveal top earners, gender and race pay gaps
-Car falls from upper level parking area in Sterling, lands on roof. Raw video (:43)
-West Boylston police make arrest in armed robbery at Shell station
-Opening Day at Polar Park for the 2022 WooSox season
-Top U.S. finisher in 2021 Boston Marathon, local hero Colin Bennie on track for more success
-Easter candy sold at Big Y stores recalled over salmonella concern
-South High student rushed to hospital after eating cannabis edible
-UMass Memorial report finds unconscious bias and health inequities, looks at ways to address them
-HOMES: Local realty company introduces program to save homeowners thousands in commissions
-BARS & BANDS (brought to you by Wachusett Wine & Spirits): The Mayor’s Live Music List for Wednesday
-Worcester City Councilors make moves on search for next city manager
-Creamer won't challenge Rep. LeBoeuf in Worcester House race
-Pizza fundraiser for Lake View Elementary tonight
-Rosalie Tirella: UMass nurse’s compassion
-The Faces of Worcester: Mary Terese Vigliotti
-Here's where the city will be street sweeping today
-ICYMI: The stars shine in Worcester as big-name cast films at Union Station
-3 arrested in Park Ave. bar fight
-Worcester community raises $3,000 in hours to replace 5-year-old girl's stolen wheelchair (1:45)
-See the rest of the day's Worcester news
-THE BURBS (brought to you by North End Motor Sales): Officials ID pedestrian struck, killed by pickup truck outside Leominster Walmart
-Grafton resident files federal lawsuit over alleged civil rights violations during talk at police HQ
-Sterling library director, DPW superintendent settling into roles
-Shrewsbury Town Meeting to consider Town Center transportation study
-Meet the candidates for Millbury Planning Board's 2-year seat
-Sutton FIRST robotics team competes at WPI; earns 2 awards
-Museum of Russian Icons founding director to retire
-"Art Heals" at BVT will shine a light on student mental health
-SPORTS: WooSox beat Lehigh Valley, 8-3
-Radio Worcester (31:22): Worcester Red Sox Opening Day 2022 with City Manager Ed Augustus & team President Dr. Charles Steinberg
-WooSox "chief ambassador" on why he loves helping fans cheer on the team at Polar Park
-Bravehearts have a little fun on WooSox Opening Day
-Enter to win WooSox tickets, courtesy of North End Motor Sales
-Worcester Bravehearts announce finalists for fan jersey contest
-Holy Cross football team announces award recipients for the 2021
-Blues beat Bruins, 4-2
-Red Sox beat Tigers, 5-3
-CARS: Come see David at Bertera Nissan. He will make you happy! (3:50)
-RVs at Clearance Prices at Fuller RV Rentals and Sales (1:07)
-NATIONAL/INTERNATIONAL: Nearly two-thirds of Ukraine’s children have fled homes, U.N. says
-Intensive manhunt underway after gunman shoots 10 people on Brooklyn subway train
-Brooklyn subway dhooting video & photos [GRAPHIC]
-Tragic: Pennsylvania girl, 3, dies after current carries her over North Carolina waterfall
-NEW ENGLAND: Former Brookline teacher accused of raping student repeatedly
-BUSINESS: U.S. inflation jumped 8.5% in past year, highest since 1981
-SBA honors 5 Central Mass. businesses of the year
-COLLEGES: Assumption board appoints Provost Greg Weiner interim president
-Free college is now a reality in nearly 30 states
-HEALTH: Allergies, asthma linked to heart disease, study says
-SHOPPING: The Amazon Fire HD 10 tablet is on sale — now with its lowest price ever
-TV/STREAMING: CNN+ streaming service receives less than 10,000 viewers a day, report claims
-CELEBRITY: Gilbert Gottfried, comedian and actor, dies at 67
-HISTORY: The rise, fall and rebirth of the triple decker
-ANIMALS: Worcester area pets who need a home: Meet Tybee, Beach, Huxley & more
-GOOD NEWS (brought to you by Bertera Nissan): World War II veteran graduates from Mass. college
-Meanwhile, in Georgia, wildlife officials warn of invasive lizard species that can "eat almost anything"
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-Full-time line cooks at Worcester Restaurant
-Deputy Director of Emergency Communications, City of Worcester
-Part-time Baristas in Worcester
-Order Pickers 2nd shift in Auburn
-Parking Attendant (Hiring Bonus!!) in Worcester
-Multiple Warehouse Opportunities at Imperial Distributors
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Coronavirus (COVID-19)
+6:00: With the BA.2 subvariant on the rise, what’s safe and what’s not? A medical expert explains
-Hit by COVID, Worcester City Councilor postpones fundraiser
-Free vaccinations and boosters 11-7 Wednesday at Worcester Public Library
-ICYMI: Radio Worcester (10:21): Worcester Medical Director Dr. Michael Hirsh on uptick
-Mass. reports 12 additional deaths over 3 days, 1,712 new cases
-Tested positive? There are treatments that may be right for you
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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