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In The News
>WEATHER: Watch Mark Rosenthal's 7-day forecast (:32). High of 47 today
>TOP OF THE NEWS
+6:00: Worcester man charged with attempted murder in shots-fired incident near courthouse
+6:00: Report: St. Vincent Hospital failed to fully disclose patient prices
+6:00: Check out these homes for sale in Worcester
+6:00: Holy Cross 'Sader Stories (33:57): Catching up with women's lacrosse coach Amanda Belichick
+6:00: Police in Auburn request public’s help in finding missing 46-year-old man
+6:00: Holden D.P.W. has new home (12:06)
+Noon: No ordinary love: Talking romance and happiness with Worcester-area couples
+Noon: Radio Worcester (18:40): Lee Greenwood will be bringing his “American Spirit Tour” to Worcester on March 4th
+Noon: First Person: The Worcester poet laureate should come from Worcester
-Worcester converting street to one-way for school traffic
-Channel 5: Burst pipe displaces hundreds of seniors for weeks (1:47)
-26-year-old Worcester man pleads guilty to gun charges
-Worcester bodycam policy left out key recommendations
-Oxford man pleads guilty to stealing government money
-Worcester given $200,000 federal grant for safe streets
-W.C.A.C., City of Worcester hosting youth resume workshops
-Worcester Human Rights Board surprised by D.E.I. shakeup, seeks answers
-Trailer for Season 3 of Unsolved: Worcester (1:31)
-Radio Worcester (17:46): State Sen. John Cronin (D-Lunenburg) on technical high schools admissions process
>HISTORY: Anniversary of 1906 Worcester fire that injured 10 firefighters
>BARS & BANDS (brought to you by Wachusett Wine & Spirits): The Mayor’s Live Music List for Thursday
-Wachusett Wine & Spirits' Whiskey Wednesday (29:58): Rum for Whiskey Drinkers
>SHOWTIME: Nine Things To Do: Orchids, Frederick Douglass reading, Shane Profitt
-Worcester Arts Council awards more grant funding "than ever before"
-Boston indie crime movie "How To Rob" has a Worcester lawyer
-Recent love songs from Abbie Cotto, Giuliano, Linnea's Garden and more
-Last Call: Worcester fashion designer Tatiana Watkins
-Worcesteria: L.G.B.T.Q. refugees displaced when tree damages bullding
>OBITUARIES (brought to you by G9 Financial): Tribute to Worcester woman who worked for her family business and alongside her husband
-ICYMI: Driver in critical condition after rollover crash on Southbridge Street in Worcester
-Man found competent to stand trial in Polar Beverages stabbing
-Real estate developer purchases Owl Shop building on Main Street
-S.N.A.P. "appalled" by Worcester Diocese abuse report that doesn't name accused priests
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>HOLDEN (brought to you by Lamoureux Ford, Brilla Coffee Roasters and Speciality Sandwich Company): Brush chipping 8-2:30 Saturday
-Jefferson native recounts life in wake of federal and state aviation recognition
>THE BURBS (brought to you by North End Motor Sales): W.R.T.A. Route 30 to drop off at entrance to Walmart plaza because of construction
-Millbury Public Library to participate in Bruins P.J. Drive
-Seven Hills to acquire $5 million Leicester nonprofit ARCHway
-Westborough bioengineering firm raises $40 million for national expansion of A.C.L. treatment
-The mystery of the (other) Clinton Café
-Brookfield/Sturbridge lake group's "ice-out" challenge canceled due to lack of ice
-Uptown Boxing Gym in Southbridge supports athletes of all ages, backgrounds
-Bolton Town Caucus scheduled for March 6th to nominate for May 8th election
>SPORTS: Mac Jones landed in Bill Belichick's doghouse, Chris Simms says
-Inside the secret talks and future of Tom Brady and Fox Sports
-Celtics lose Jaylen Brown, hold on to beat Sixers, 106-99
-Want a career in sports? Worcester Bravehearts hosting Worcester Sports Management Summit
-Holy Cross Athletic Director Kit Hughes to deliver keynote address at Sports Summit
-Holy Cross Athletic Director Kit Hughes on Chamber Exchange TV show (10:08)
-Holy Cross football team given key to the city
>CARS: NEW! Bertera Nissan has a great car for you (4:39)
-RVs at Clearance Prices at Fuller RV Rentals and Sales (1:07)
>NATIONAL: What is a junk fee, and what is proposed to get rid of them?
-2 children dead, 6 injured after bus crashes into day care north of Montreal
-Tragic: Photo shows father holding dead daughter's hand in Turkey
>COLLEGES: Clark professor's research is first to study impact of "Don’t Say Gay" law
-Anna Maria Scholarship Spotlight: Jarred L. Grant-Spann
>SHOPPING: Leominster and Hudson Bed Bath & Beyond stores will close
>NEW ENGLAND: Lindsay Clancy had "one of her best days" before killing kids
-Police investigation underway after 3 people found shot to death at a home in Andover
-Millionaires tax unlikely to cause high-earners to leave Mass.: Economist
>BUSINESS: No Central Mass. public company has a female CEO, although that’s not deterring young professionals
-Inflation fight may last "quite a bit of time": Jerome Powell
>HEALTH: New drug shows promise for treating postpartum depression
-Free COVID vaccinations on Saturday in Worcester: Noon-3:30 at Worcester Public Library
>HOMES: 10 least expensive homes sold in Worcester County January 29th - February 5th
>FOOD: Legal sizes for New England lobsters could change to protect population
>TV/STREAMING: CBS will reboot "@midnight" to replace "Late Late Show with James Corden"
>MOVIES: Release dates and highlights of 2023 Netflix movies (2:39)
>CELEBRITY: "America's Got Talent" magician Scott Alexander dies at 52
>ANIMALS: Pet Rock Fest finds "perfect home" at S.A.C. Park for 25th annual festival
>GOOD NEWS (brought to you by Bertera Nissan): "Mighty Quinn" collecting toys for kids undergoing cancer treatment
-Meanwhile, in California, 700 pounds of acorns found stuffed by woodpeckers inside walls of home
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-Servers, cooks and grill staff at George's Coney Island
-Line Cook at Canal District Restaurant
-Home Care Case Managers at ESWA
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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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