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In The News
>Latest weather: Much cooler temps move in, high of 63 today in Worcester
+6:00: Worcester police ask for help finding 16-year-old girl missing from Perry Ave.
+6:00: 24-year-old man arrested for gun, warrant in Worcester
+6:00: Worcester litter cleanup backed by group opposing ban on nips
+6:00: Jury sides with Johnny Depp on lawsuit, ex-wife Amber Heard on counterclaim
+Noon: Ed Augustus named Chancellor of Dean College a day after stepping down as Worcester City Manager
+Noon: 5 Things You Need to Know Today in Worcester - June 1st
+Noon: Neighborhood watch meetings in Worcester - June
+Noon: 7 must-see movies being released in June
+Noon: New Found Glory marks 20 years of "Sticks & Stones" at Palladium show
+Noon: Bad Advice: Do not be shamed for eating dog treats!
-Worcester woman 5 months pregnant killed in double murder in Pennsylvania, police say
-Lifeguards not on duty when teen nearly drowned in Lake Quinsigamond
-Worcester's newest restaurant opens
-Departing Worcester City Manager Ed Augustus looks back on time as city manager, Eric Batista sworn in as interim
-Radio Worcester (20:59): City Manager Ed Augustus' final day with Augustus & Acting City Manager Eric Batista
-4 people age 21 or younger killed in crash in Thompson
-Providence & Worcester railroad train derails in Connecticut, no injuries reported
>BARS & BANDS (brought to you by Wachusett Wine & Spirits): The Mayor’s Live Music List for Wednesday
-America, a band with a big name, comes to Worcester on Saturday
-Rosen's Roundtable No. 479 (28:14): Inclusionary Zoning
-Paul Fullen, a Worcester firefighter, looks for rematch against Rep. LeBoeuf
-Janice Harvey: Another mass shooting, and politicians on right push all the wrong answers
-First Person: On having become a babbler!
-Worcester mosquito pesticide spraying starts in residential areas
-Worcester tree master plan seeks public input
-Tribute to "happy, strong, independent, helpful little daredevil" who passed away at 4 years old
-Reminder: Trash and recycling pickup in Worcester delayed a day because of holiday
-ICYMI: Worcester police searching for hit-and-run driver who ran over 62-year-old on Main Street
-Historic Miss Worcester Diner named best diner in Massachusetts by Food & Wine
-See the rest of the day's Worcester news
>THE BURBS (brought to you by North End Motor Sales): Truck takes down wires in Auburn
-Rollover crash on Mass Pike in Westborough
-Developer returns to Millbury with 192-unit 40B plan after condo proposal denied
-Video: Busy Grafton Fire Department recruits on-call firefighters
-Police arrest Winchendon man suspected of disabling young women’s vehicles
-June is Moore month in Paxton
>SPORTS: Red Sox lose to Reds, 2-1
-Bob Cousy thrilled to see Celtics back in NBA Finals (2:39)
-Patriots offense beginning to take shape at OTAs
-Bravehearts extend win streak to 4 games. Next home game: 6:30 p.m. today
-Enter to win WooSox tickets, courtesy of North End Motor Sales
-WooSox beat Syracuse, 9-8
>BUSINESS: Jack’s Abby, Tree House remain 2 biggest breweries in Central Mass.
-HTR to present asset preservation workshop on June 7
>COLLEGES: Worcester colleges name top student volunteers of the 2022
-UMass Medical School 49th commencement on Sunday will cap off celebratory week
>CARS: Great Values of Certified Pre-Owned Vehicles at Bertera Nissan (3:44)
-RVs at Clearance Prices at Fuller RV Rentals and Sales (1:07)
>NEW ENGLAND: Man, 36, drowns while swimming out to float in Maine
-Tragic: N.H. boy, 8, killed in shooting during family vacation in South Carolina
>TV/STREAMING: Jon Cryer was almost Chandler—plus TV secrets of "Friends" and more
>MOVIES: New trailer for Baz Luhrmann's "Elvis" movie (3:12)
>CELEBRITY: Jury comes back with question in Johnny Depp, Amber Heard trial
>HEALTH: COVID can leave you infectious after 5 or even 10 days
>FOOD: Impacted by the infant formula shortage?
>ANIMALS: Guy and cat have been inseparable for 23 years (3:06)
>HOMES: 10 most expensive home sales in Worcester County during week ending May 28th includes $1.9 million house in Princeton
>HISTORY: Radio Worcester (22:09): Tercentennial Talk - Culture, representation, marionettes and a parade [EP-9]
>GOOD NEWS (brought to you by Bertera Nissan): Pilot, passenger, air traffic controller, EMS team from "miracle" landing reunite
-Meanwhile, in China, lion with "mullet" forces zoo to deny Joe Exotic haircut: "It’s nature’s magic"
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-Communications Director, Town of Auburn
-Gardner II at WPI
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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
+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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