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In The News
>WEATHER: Watch Mark Rosenthal's 7-day forecast (:59). High of 35 today
>TOP OF THE NEWS
+6:00: 2-hour early release for Worcester Public Schools on Wednesday
+6:00: Nothing found as search for Brittany Tee renewed (1:23)
+6:00: Man convicted in murder of 25-year-old from Worcester
+6:00: Wachusett Mountain shut down for second day due to power outage (2:14)
+6:00: Worcesteria: For Artifakt Studios' Ryan Gardell, mural at DCF hits home
+Noon: State Police continue search for Brittany Tee
+Noon: Worcester parking ban lifted
+Noon: Radio Worcester (16:54): School Committee member Sue Mailman is running for re-election as an At-Large candidate
+Noon: Shrewsbury trash pickup delayed a day this week
+Noon: The nominees for the 95th Academy Awards
+Noon: Oscar snubs and surprises: Tom Cruise and Viola Davis are out, Paul Mescal and Ana de Armas are in
+Noon: WOOtenanny comedy series to host big-name comics
+Noon: Artist Spotlight: Daniel Danger
+Noon: Jazzed Up Trio marathon week of cool
+Noon: Patriots to reunite with Bill O’Brien as offensive coordinator
-2-hour delay on Tuesday for Worcester Public Schools
-Worcester superintendent explains what goes into calling a snow day
-Worcester declared parking ban in effect
-Heavy wet snow causes power outages in Worcester County (2:20)
-Man spins out on I-290, starts driving the wrong way, and then is killed in head-on crash
-Related: Dashcam video shows car driving wrong way on I-290 in Worcester moments before fatal crash (:23)
-A.G. puts renewed scrutiny on Peterson Oil over biodiesel, reaches additional settlement (pictured)
-Worcester man arrested on firearms, assault charges
-2 Worcester men arrested for drugs, gun after a dispute
-Blackstone Herbs and Martini Bar opens in Worcester offering food, drink flights, karaoke
-WRTA cutting bus routes, reducing trips due to "driver shortages"
-Drone hyperlapse of skating at the Worcester Common Oval (:30)
-Worcester ranked as one of top cities for STEM professionals in the county
-NEW! Unsolved: Worcester - "Stranged to Death and Dumped in the Street, Part 2". Video (19:30). Audio (21:07)
>BARS & BANDS (brought to you by Wachusett Wine & Spirits): The Mayor’s Live Music List for Tuesday
-Mike Benedetti: City Council preview -- Hunting, Community Preservation Committee
-Worcesteria: History's heart; seats take a stand for Black history
-Laurel: Happy Chinese New Year!
>OBITUARIES (brought to you by G9 Financial): Tribute to a man who worked at his father's service station and was a bartender at the Wexford House
-ICYMI: Worcester catalytic converter thefts have nearly tripled since 2020
-Retirement community again proposed for Salisbury Street in Worcester
-Drone video of Doherty Memorial High School construction (1:17)
-Architect designs around challenging former Fairway Beef site
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>HOLDEN (brought to you by Lamoureux Ford and Brilla Coffee Roasters): Wachusett schools closed Tuesday
-Newell Road is currently closed due to a downed tree
-Brilla Coffee Roasters opens long-awaited new Holden location (1:06)
-Lamoureux Ford wants to beat the snow (1:31)
>THE BURBS (brought to you by North End Motor Sales): Car crashes into Shrewsbury pond amid wintry conditions
-Planning Board mulls Beal Commons parking, traffic studies
-Tantasqua student Maddie Lancour comes back stronger after losing sight
-Spencer-East Brookfield students hold shoe drive for people in need
-Grafton High School DECA earns national honors for chapter campaigns
-Grafton schools updating bullying prevention, response plan
-Learn "Myths and Miracles of Victorian Medicine"
-Pharmaceutical company to unveil Devens research center this month
>SPORTS: Magic beat Celtics, 113-98
-Bruins goalie Linus Ullmark broke NHL record that stood for 93 years
-Cara McCormack named Hilton Garden Inn Crusader of the Week
-Worcester Hockey Alumni 2022-23 highlights, NHL week 15
>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: Images show moment hero grabbed Monterey mass shooter's gun
-7 killed in 2 related shootings in Northern California
-Tragic: Elderly woman killed terminally ill husband as part of botched suicide pact: cops
>FOOD: These popular drinks "increase your risk of heart disease"
>NEW ENGLAND: Woman killed in Maine snowmobile crash
-Ice runway on Lake Winnipesaukee not opening for 2023 winter season
>BUSINESS: Here are the top 10 fastest-growing jobs in 2023, according to LinkedIn
-Workers are gravitating to sustainable companies
>HOMES: See all homes sold in Worcester County January 15th to 22nd
>SHOPPING: Solomon Pond Mall -- A dying mall overrun with scooters (27:42)
>COLLEGES: Anna Maria Scholarship Spotlight with Kayla Beer
-Quinsigamond C.C. President Luis G. Pedraja: New year brings promise of new beginnings
>HEALTH: New treatment for skin cancer available in Mass.
-Free COVID vaccinations on Wednesday: 11-5:30 at Worcester Public Library
>TV/STREAMING: Cate Blanchett Oscar hopeful "Tár" to debut on Peacock this month
>MOVIES: "Attack of the Killer Refrigerator": Worcester-made cult classic makes debut on Blu-ray
>CELEBRITY: Dolly Parton, Gloria Estefan, Cyndi Lauper and more release single for "80 for Brady" film
>ANIMALS: Golden Retriever gets surprised with a tiny puppy (3:04)
>GOOD NEWS (brought to you by Bertera Nissan): Woman, COVID & cancer survivor, celebrates 106th birthday
-Meanwhile, in Rhode Island, girl seeking proof of Santa asks police to test cookie for D.N.A.
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+Home Care Case Managers at ESWA
+Part-time busser at 122 Diner
-Line cooks at the Boynton
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In The News
>WEATHER: Mark Rosenthal's 7-day forecast (:44). High of 64 today in Worcester
>TOP OF THE NEWS
+6:00: Counterfeit ticket scam leads to parents missing Worcester high school graduation
+6:00: Facing eviction, Worcester's Boston Market owner plans a rebranding instead
+6:00: Providence & Worcester train derails in Rhode Island neighborhood
+6:00: Worcester police arrest suspect in connection with shooting near University Park
+6:00: Renters find relief at Worcester legal clinic to clear their eviction records
+6:00: W.R.T.A. adds new accessible vans to paratransit fleet
+6:00: Shakira, Jason Aldeen concerts at Fenway Park abruptly canceled (:31)
+6:00: Former Holy Cross star Stacey Hochkins named USA Hockey Adult Player of the Year
+Noon: Bullet found in parking lot of Auburn Middle School; school had been dismissed
+Noon: Things to Do: James Oliver Band, M'bolo, Jay Sully and more ...
+Noon: Traditional food and music on tap at Middle Eastern Festival
+Noon: "American Idol" winner David Cook to headline annual Pet Rock Fest
+Noon: Summer@Music Worcester returns with 3 different concerts
+Noon: Worcester students eye "Origin" as part of ArtsWorcester Future Arts Workers
+Noon: Joann Fabrics officially closed in Shrewsbury
-Police investigating death of college student in Worcester
-Work begins on $120 million downtown Worcester housing development
-Worcester police investigate gunfire at University Park; person treated for wounds
-Vandal leaves offensive messages on sign outside Worcester middle school
-Heralded Worcester school faces possible closure as state Senate cuts its funding
-Worcester clothing brand Cosmic Unicornz to find permanent home
-Fitness in the Parks Summer Series kickoff Friday
-Administration seeking to close 2 Central Mass. Job Corps centers as part of elimination of program nationwide
-Aislinn Doyle: Worcester Public Schools in Brief for May
-Doherty Memorial High School graduation (1:37:57)
-Worcester Public Schools' Ask the Superintendent (22:10): Vision of a learner with Belmont Street School
-Radio Worcester Roundtable (48:22): Fallout from the State of the City protest
>DINING OUT (brought to you by Patsie Dugan's): Phantom Gourmet's Great 8 Lobster Rolls (5:17)
-ICYMI: Workers threaten to strike at UMass Memorial Health
-Firm to study solutions to I-290 divide in Worcester
-18-unit apartment complex planned on site of old 3-decker in Worcester
-Worcester wants to reclaim its manufacturing leadership, but tariffs may stand in the way
-See the rest of the day's Worcester news
>HOLDEN (brought to you by Lamoureux Ford): May & June Senior Center events
-Lamoureux Ford offers huge discounts! (2:53)
-Holden police welcome new officer
>THE BURBS (brought to you by North End Motor Sales): Vandals destroy Leominster Little League fields (2:23). Article
-In Shrewsbury Center, a new gathering place for the Jewish community
-High school productions up for TAMY awards
-Clinton student-athletes receive honors from coaches
-West Boylston police log May 19th to 25th
-The Item's public safety logs
>BARS & BANDS: The Mayor's Live Music List for Thursday
>SHOWTIME: Creative and creepy: Mike Mars talks about a life in film, music and horror
-On self-titled debit album, Sunday Junkie sets stage for musicians' next chapter
-The Big E announces Train as 2025 headliner. See schedule, ticket info
>OPINION: Nicole Bell: Cassie Ventura's story deserves to end in justice
-Jennifer Julien Gaskin: Open letter to Councilor Bergman
-WCCA-TV's Senior Speak No. 928 (27:59): Maureen Schwab
-Unity Radio's Talking Wellness (47:50)
>OBITUARIES: Tribute to former Worcester Fire Chief Geoffrey Gardell
>SPORTS: Stefon Diggs' boat party causes stir as he misses Patriots O.T.A.s
-Patriots O.T.A. takeaways: Drake Maye improves, but offense still a step behind
-Bravehearts win season opener, 9-7
-What to know before Bravehearts Opening Day
-Bravehearts Opening Night giveaway. Next home game: 6:30 Friday. Get tickets here
-Red Sox lose to Brewers, 6-5
-Holy Cross men’s soccer names 2025 team captains
-Jeopardy! highlights WooSox player's unique and clever nickname
-WooSox beat RailRiders, 5-4
>NATIONAL: D.O.G.E. can access sensitive Treasury payment systems, judge rules
-3 city-killing asteroids could strike Earth within weeks
>TRAGIC: Man dies in crash while giving daughter driving lesson: Reports
>NEW ENGLAND: Missing U.N.H. student found dead
-Karen Read trial analysis (21:23): Courtroom showdown after prosecution's crash finale
>COLLEGES: Voice artist and Holy Cross class of 1968 alum James Conlan
-Assumption president says colleges must "take a hard look" at themselves
>TRAVEL (brought to you by Fuller RV & Rental): Weekend getaway in Connecticut
>BUSINESS: Market Basket C.E.O. Arthur T. Demoulas placed on leave amid new allegations (2:23). Article
-LPL Financial Research: Can earnings catch up to this stock market rally?
-Take W.B.J.'s 2025 Midyear Economic Forecast survey
>SHOPPING: Walmart uses hidden barcodes to avoid "skip scanning"
>HEALTH: Weight loss in middle age offers long-term health benefits
-Skin cancer prevention: What you may not know about sunscreen, health (2:10)
>FOOD: How 1 ingredient transformed McDonald's Egg McMuffin
>TV/STREAMING: Until Friday, Peacock streaming deal for just $25 for a year
>MOVIES: Is "Mission: Impossible — The Final Reckoning" really the end? Tom Cruise may have revealed answer
>CELEBRITY: Brad Pitt speaks out on finalizing Angelina Jolie divorce after 8 years
>ANIMALS: Courageous puppy fights off pack of coyotes in 45-minute battle, heart-stopping video shows
>HISTORY: Worcester Heritage Society snapshots: 1870s Worcester
>GOOD NEWS: Winchester 8-year-old recognized for fundraising success
-Meanwhile, in Florida, trapper wrestles alligator on highway median
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>HELP WANTED
-Worcester Area Director (part-time), Matthew 25
+Multiple positions, Nancy Chang Restaurant
+Police officers, town of Leicester
-Part-time bartender, Patsie Dugan's
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