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Damage at Assumption College (now Quinsigamond Community College) from the Worcester tornado of 1953.
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>Latest weather: Early downpours give way to afternoon sunshine, high in the upper 70s in Worcester
+6:00: The Worcester 300 List: Best things to see, drink, eat, watch and hear
+6:00: June 9 anniversary of Worcester tornado of 1953
+6:00: WoMag Flashback: The Slave Catcher's Riot — How a slave trader came to Worcester, and got chased back to Boston
+1:00: Worcester man arrested after holding people at gunpoint
+1:00: 5 Things You Need to Know Today in Worcester - June 9th
+1:00: Radio Worcester (10:00): Rep. McGovern on tonight's televised hearings and gun safety legislation
+1:00: Rosalie Tirella: Why should the WPD get drones if Worcester cops act like this?
+1:00: Bravehearts, Holy Cross bringing state baseball semifinals, finals to Fitton Field
+1:00: It's hard out here: Worcester artists speak up on troubles women face in hip-hop
+1:00: Artist Spotlight: Aaron Brodeur
-Worcester diner named Best in Massachusetts by Food & Wine
-Polar Park apartment development's tax break at risk over hiring practices
-Large police presence at 60 Harrison St. in Worcester; 1 in custody
-Stephanie Fernandes murder trial: No defensive wounds on victim’s body after stabbing, medical examiner says
-31-year-old Worcester man convicted of attempted robbery
-Opioid deaths dropped slightly in Worcester in 2021
-Worcester man wins tickets to NBA Finals Game 3 (1:47)
-Weekly milk donations to help families at Boys & Girls Club of Worcester
-Holy Cross students join Worcester nursing home residents in unique storytelling project
-Proposed Worcester police drone stalled at City Council over questions about using it on homeless population
-Doherty Memorial High graduation. Video (1:30:19)
-North High graduation in Worcester. Video (1:19:34)
>HISTORY: Mike Benedetti: The Worcester Klan Meeting & Riot of 1924
-Worcester's Tercentennial: Esther Howland, mother of the American Valentine
-Worcester 300th anniversary: Fireworks, Canal District stroll top full list of events coming this weekend
-Traffic and parking advisory for Worcester Tercentennial
>BARS & BANDS (brought to you by Wachusett Wine & Spirits): The Mayor’s Live Music List for Thursday
>SHOWTIME: Thrice joins Dashboard Confessional, Get Up Kids in Worcester for Vagrant Records anniversary
-Five Things to Do: The Outlaws, "The Band's Visit" and more ...
-Listen Up: Catching up with Abbie Barrett, Elion Virtuoso, Paper Tigers, P2I and Arichussettes & Dollaz Da Barba
-Canal District’s White Room sold to Sprinkler Factory duo
-First Person: A conversation with Sunshine the Talking Cat
-Last Call with Jack Murray, founder of Worcester Political Dialogue
-The Faces of Worcester: Julie Bowditch
-WCCA-TV's What It's Worth No. 432 (27:57): Nicholas Connors
-Radio Worcester (9:17): Manny Familia's Legacy and the 267 Foundation with Elvin Familia
>OBITUARIES: Tribute to the former owner of several pharmacies in Worcester
-ICYMI: Worcester company is among 3 clinical labs charged with defrauding MassHealth
-Boylston native Jean Louisa Kelly takes Iceman’s breath away in "Top Gun: Maverick"
-Worcester drivers bad? They're worst for at-fault violations
-See the rest of the day's Worcester news
>THE BURBS (brought to you by North End Motor Sales): 6 months probation for Millbury man charged with abusing pair of dogs in his care
-Tree-killing longhorned beetle scare in Westborough
-Shrewsbury names high school resource officer for next year
-Millbury Jr.-Sr. High School's Class of 2022 meets the challenges
-Grafton RISE plans community art project as part of 1st Juneteenth celebration
>SPORTS: Celtics stars shine in Game 3 win over Warriors
-Red Sox blank Angels 1-0 again
-'Sader Stories (41:37): Bob Cousy's love of Worcester
-'Hearts homer their way to 9-8 win
-Bravehearts' next game 6:30 p.m. Thursday. Get tickets here
-Enter to win WooSox tickets, courtesy of North End Motor Sales
-WooSox sweep doubleheader in Buffalo
-Holden's Fran Quinn enjoys chance to play at U.S. Open in home state
>BUSINESS: Over 1,000 job seekers attend MassHire fair in Worcester
-2 million people may be impacted by Shields Health Care Group cyberattack
>SHOPPING/DEALS: Companies are shrinking packages instead of raising prices to mask inflation
>HOMES: 5 new open houses in Worcester
>NEW! CARS: Bertera has the car for you (4:08)
-RVs at Clearance Prices at Fuller RV Rentals and Sales (1:07)
>NEW ENGLAND: 3 juveniles charged with arson in fire at old cereal factory in Orange
-Opioid deaths in mass increase in 2021, drop in early 2022
>TV/STREAMING: Here’s what you watched this season: the top network TV shows
>MOVIES: Julia Garner ("Ozark") eyed for lead in Madonna biopic
>CELEBRITY: Amber Heard is "broke" due to legal fees, lavish spending
-"Bedtime Magic" host David Allan Boucher retiring after 40 years on late-night radio
>HEALTH: Breakthrough vaccine could help cure pancreatic cancer
-For accurate at-home COVID test results, UMass Medical School doc says to use both tests in kit
-Free testing and vaccinations/boosters 10-3 Thursday at Worcester Public Library
>ANIMALS: This kitten was obsessed with her mom's baby bump (3:16)
>GOOD NEWS (brought to you by Bertera Nissan): Tom Brady dyes hair red, orange for pediatric cancer cause
-Meanwhile, in New Hampshire, brazen bear swipes fast food from vehicle, dives into bag of McDonald's
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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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