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Here's what's happening in and around Worcester today:
In The News
>WEATHER: Watch Mark Rosenthal's 7-day forecast (:45). High of 51 today
>TOP OF THE NEWS
-Residents of Worcester high rise still shut out as crews work to restore power
-Related: Plumley Village residents displaced by fire offered Thanksgiving meals
-Earlier: More than 300 Worcester residents displaced after Thanksgiving electrical fire on Laurel Street (2:24)
-Friend says Worcester man who died in crash was always willing to lend a hand
-Rooftop igloo dining coming to Worcester
-Proposed demolition of historic Crown Hill home in Worcester
-Worcester offering discounted parking for holiday shopping
-Black Friday starts another holiday season for local shoppers
-Black Friday a busy day at Sutton Christmas tree farm
-A look inside the UPS Worcester hub during the holiday rush
-Jairo Martinez Gonzalez pleads not guilty in Polar Beverages warehouse stabbing
-Bill Shaner: "My husband would have still been in jail today"
-Related: DOJ follows up Springfield consent decree with investigation of Worcester PD
-Bishop's Thanksgiving dinner continues in Worcester
-WBJ Editor Brad Kane: My son, in crisis, one year later
>BARS & BANDS (brought to you by Wachusett Wine & Spirits): The Mayor’s Live Music List for Saturday
-Distiller St. George Spirits drops by Wachusett Wine & Spirits (51:07)
>SHOWTIME: Seven Things To Do: Night Lights, Christmas by Candlelight and more
-Dan Gabel and The Abletones ready to "Dance Through the Holidays"
-First Person: The Library of Disposable Art — "Do Not Disturb" signs
-Read It and Reap: "A Christmas Carol" and other holiday favorites
-The Faces of Worcester: Giuliano D’Orazio
>OBITUARIES: Tribute to a Worcester native honored at age 98 for her active volunteerism
-ICYMI: An introduction to Worcester Magazine's "Hometown Heroes" of 2022
-Hometown Heroes: The volunteers of the Mustard Seed, Vanessa Joga, Addison Turner, Andrea Castinetti, BJ Hill, Roberto Diaz and Manny Alvarado
-New Downtown Worcester eatery to open December 2nd
-Family sells Shrewsbury Street restaurant to former corporate restaurant manager
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>THE BURBS (brought to you by North End Motor Sales): Wrong-way driver from North Grafton charged with DUI in Conn., police say
-Southbridge family continues tradition of serving free Thanksgiving meals
-New trail welcomes visitors to Wachusett Meadow
-Millbury police to participate in drunk driving enforcement program
-West Boylston deals with snow issues, from salt to parking
-Derezinski named George Bailey Award winner
-Channel 4 meteorologist Lexie O'Connor discusses growing up in Holden (3:17)
>SPORTS: Celtics beat Sacramento, 122-104
-Bruins beat Carolina, 3-2
-Wins made sweeter for Holy Cross football staff with family at their sides
-For Holy Cross football, it's home sweet home for the playoffs
-Tickets on sale for Holy Cross's December 3rd NCAA home playoff game
-25% off all game-worn home & away replica jerseys during Bravehearts' cyber week jersey sale
-U.S. frustrates England again at a World Cup in 0-0 draw
-Rivalries new and old renewed on Thanksgiving Day
-Railers lose to Norfolk, 5-4
-Thanksgiving weekend sees many former and current Worcester players near the top of their leagues
>CARS: Bertera has a wide variety of cars for your every need (3:08)
-Ford recalls 518,000 SUVs in US over possible fuel leak, fire risk
-RVs at Clearance Prices at Fuller RV Rentals and Sales (1:07)
>NATIONAL: Zion National Park tourist dies on hiking trip, husband rescued
-Texas man kills ex-wife, man, injures 2 at Thanksgiving dinner
>NEW ENGLAND: Suspect arrested in connection with pair of suspicious deaths reported in N.H.
-Man accused of leaving infant on hood of stranger's parked car
>HOMES: 10 least expensive homes sold in Worcester County November 13th to 19th
-Tragic: 5-year-old with autism found dead in pond after wandering away from his home
>HEALTH: WHO and CDC declare measles a global imminent threat
-No COVID vaccinations at Worcester Public Library on Saturday
>BUSINESS: Fresh off buying Worcester’s AC Marriott, developer buys apartments
-Staff problems may be permanent part of health care's future
>COLLEGES: Holy Cross prof: Is Thanksgiving a Christian holiday?
>FOOD: Big Y supermarkets now accepting SNAP benefits online
>TELEVISION: New movies and shows to watch this weekend
>MOVIES: New movies on streaming: "The Woman King," "Black Adam" and more
>CELEBRITY: Cheryl Burke is leaving "Dancing With the Stars" after 26 seasons
>ANIMALS: Kitten as tiny as computer mouse gives woman purpose (3:01)
>GOOD NEWS (brought to you by Bertera Nissan): Mansfield boy collects 2 tons of food for Mass. pantries
-Meanwhile, in France, fisherman lands 67-pound goldfish, may break world record
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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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