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In The News
>WEATHER: Watch Mark Rosenthal's 7-day forecast (:57). High of 34 today
>TOP OF THE NEWS
+6:00: Developer proposes 375 apartments at former site of Smokestack BBQ in Worcester’s Canal District
+6:00: Worcester trio opens private jet terminal at Bedford airport
+6:00: Legendary rocker David Crosby played the Centrum and Spencer Fairgrounds in the '80s
+Noon: Worcester police want help finding men wanted in connection with ID fraud case (pictured)
+Noon: TGIF! Check Dining Out and Bars & Bands before making plans
+Noon: 5 great ways to spend your weekend in Worcester
+Noon: New movies and shows to watch this weekend
+Noon: New movies on streaming: "Devotion," "The Seven Faces of Jane," "The Old Way" and more
+Noon: Violinist Vijay Gupta is new Music Worcester artist-in-residence
+Noon: First Person: Let go my Lego!
+Noon: Worcester seeks contractor for Green Hill Community Garden
+Noon: 210 Sports Blog's Friday 4: A Bronze, a Brady, an inspiration, and a chain gang
-Multi-car Mass Pike crash in Auburn kills 23-year-old Ohio man, police say
-D.A. releases new images of missing Brookfield woman Brittany Tee (1:33)
-Related: Search for missing Brookfield woman to resume Saturday
-Related: W.P.D. cadets to join search for missing Brookfield woman
-Man accuses Worcester police of racially profiling him in dozens of traffic stops
-Monsignor asked Worcester principal to move sex ed classes: District
-Worcester bar to move after sprinkler problems
-Couple ready to launch lesbian bar in Worcester, eyes February opening
-L.G.B.T. asylum organization buys second Worcester property for shelter
-City eyes colleges, universities for possible tax revenue
-D.U.I. checkpoint this weekend in Worcester County
-First look: 3 new multi-story buildings planned in Downtown Worcester
-Worcester Bridal Expo this weekend to DCU Center! (:30). Buy tickets now
-Act Now: Get a case of Table Talk pumpkin pies for $6
>SHOPPING: Vintage clothing store Concrete Collection opens in Worcester’s Midtown Mall
>BARS & BANDS (brought to you by Wachusett Wine & Spirits): The Mayor’s Live Music List for Friday
>SHOWTIME: Five Things To Do: "Songs of Hope," Delta Generators, Wedding Expo ...
>CELEBRITY: David Crosby, legendary Crosby, Stills & Nash and Byrds founder, dead at 81
-Alec Baldwin and armorer to be charged with involuntary manslaughter after fatal shooting on movie set
-Unsolved: Worcester - Season 2, Episode 6 - "Strangled to Death and Dumped in the Street - Part 1". Video (19:52). Audio (21:33).
>OBITUARIES (brought to you by G9 Financial): Tribute to a Worcester woman who worked 20 years in the I.C.U. at St. V's
-ICYMI: Man sentenced to prison for killing beloved Worcester Public Schools employee
-Appeals court orders judge to reconsider fee award in T&G police records lawsuit
-Related: Andrew Quemere -- Worcester’s war on police transparency continues to cost taxpayers
-77% of Worcester Spectrum cable customers will change subscription within 2 years
-Phantom Gourmet visits Worcester restaurant (4:06)
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>HOLDEN (brought to you by Lamoureux Ford and Brilla Coffee Roasters): Holden rallies to support PreK teacher
-Wachusett school district closed today
-Holden favorite named one of 10 best bagel shops in state
>THE BURBS (brought to you by North End Motor Sales): Fire crews battle multi-alarm blaze in Oxford
-Family works together to rescue injured swan in Shrewsbury (:49)
-Colorful coffee flights can be found at this Rutland cafe
-Emergency crews respond to box truck rollover in Westborough
-Agreement signed for proposed affordable housing complex on Rice Road in Millbury
-February Foreign Film Festival at the Shrewsbury Public Library
-Hundreds in Lunenburg fume over massive property tax increase (1:54). Article
>SPORTS: Celtics beat Warriors in OT, 121-118
-Bruins beat Rangers, 3-1
-Patriots interview Bill O'Brien for offensive coordinator position
-The Patriots picked to play in Germany in 2023
-2 Holy Cross football games make ESPN's list of Top 100 games of last season
-Holy Cross star Peter Oliver named an Academic All-Star
-Mass. Pirates re-sign franchise leader in touchdown receptions
-Shrewsbury track coach named coach of the year
>CARS: Bertera has your winter car! (3:27)
-Save $500 on select F150's and RAM trucks in stock at North End Motor Sales
-RVs at Clearance Prices at Fuller RV Rentals and Sales (1:07)
>NATION/WORLD: More insurance companies pull out of Louisiana
-Instagram rolls out "quiet mode" for when users want to focus
-Tragic: 12-year-old girl dies in sick TikTok choking challenge
>FOOD: Here's why orange juice prices are soaring across the U.S.
>NEW ENGLAND: Body found within recycling processing center in Vermont, police say
-Mother of 7-year-old allegedly beaten by his father says her son died twice and had to be resuscitated
>BUSINESS: TurboTax, QuickBooks owner slammed for MailChimp data breach
-What is E.S.G. and what could it mean for your retirement savings?
>COLLEGES: Anna Maria debuts upgraded mascot, Mac the Cat
-UMass Medical School prof receives grant to help create a universal flu vaccine for older adults
>HOMES: 10 most expensive homes sold in Worcester County January 8th to 14th
>HEALTH: Free COVID vaccinations on Saturday -- Noon-3:30 at Worcester Public Library
-State announces first cases of novel gonorrhea strain
>TV/STREAMING: Netflix announces release dates For Zack Snyder’s "Rebel Moon," "Murder Mystery 2," and more movies
>MOVIES: Channing Tatum says he might remake "Ghost"
>ANIMALS: Tiny rescue pony is proof miracles exist (1:37)
>GOOD NEWS (brought to you by Bertera Nissan): Girls fleeing civil war reunite with woman who gave unforgettable gift (2:55)
-Meanwhile, in Pennsylvania, woman who just hired personal trainer crashes car after buying Wendy’s Frosty
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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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