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Here's what's happening in and around Worcester today:
In The News
>WEATHER: 6 to 8 inches of snow expected starting between 11 p.m. Monday and 2 a.m. Tuesday
>TOP OF THE NEWS
+6:00: School canceled in Worcester on Tuesday because of the storm
+6:00: Trial court in Worcester closed Tuesday because of weather
+6:00: Developer asks Worcester for tax break, promises affordable units
+6:00: Worcester man with suspended license arrested for stolen car
+6:00: Radio Worcester (3:13): School Committee Member Tracy O'Connell Novick on the financial ties of proposed charter school
+6:00: Officials name 2 23-year-old victims killed in double car crash in Gardner
+6:00: I-290 ramp closure in Auburn coming because of bridge repair
+6:00: Weezer to perform in Worcester in July with Joyce Manor, Future Islands
+Noon: Worcester Police Department launches body camera program (1:39)
-Body found in Auburn High School driveway
-Fallen Worcester police officer Manny Familia honored on 40th birthday (:57). Article
-Worcester Restaurant Week: Here are some of the deals available February 27th to March 11th
-City manager concerned about telecommuting's impact on Downtown Worcester
-In a white dominated cannabis industry, Worcester’s Major Bloom dispensary uplifts Black voices
-Special School Committee Meeting on proposed charter school at 4:15 Monday
-Virtual forum on Worcester's Redlined History on Monday
-Worcester radio station a reading service for visually impaired, disabled
-Great Brook Valley opportunity center, park projects make way through City Hall
-Unsolved: Worcester - "What Happened to Sabrina Hatheway? - Part 1". Video (19:22). Audio (21:06)
-ICYMI: 75-year-old Worcester family business closing its doors
-Worcester bar's license suspended following rooftop overdoses, death in June
-Drug suspect found hiding in neighbor's closet in Worcester
-Worcester spotted lanternfly infestation is the largest in the state as hunt for winter egg masses continues
-Abby's House supporters spent a night in the cold
-City says it can’t pay if $8 million judgment against W.P.D. officers in Cosenza lawsuit stands
-Worcester wants state auditor to examine O.S.V. ties to charter school
-A coincidence? Abby Kelley principal leaving amid cheerleading program sexual misconduct investigation; school won't say if related
-A peek inside piano lounge in Worcester that opened Saturday
>BARS & BANDS (brought to you by Wachusett Wine & Spirits): The Mayor’s Live Music List for Monday
>SHOWTIME: What Worcester's Reading -- Booklovers' Gourmet
-The Woo crossword puzzle, February 26th: "Take a Load Off!"
-Rosalie Tirella: Missing Peter Stefan
>OBITUARIES (brought to you by G9 Financial): Tribute to former Professor of Pharmacology at the UMass Medical School and founded the graduate studies program
-ICYMI: Worcester spotted lanternfly infestation is the largest in the state as hunt for winter egg masses continues
-Abby's House supporters spent a night in the cold
-City says it can’t pay if $8 million judgment against W.P.D. officers in Cosenza lawsuit stands
-Worcester police credit social media for helping solve recent cases
-75-year-old Worcester family business closing its doors
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>HOLDEN (brought to you by Lamoureux Ford, Brilla Coffee Roasters and Speciality Sandwich Company): Wachusett area public safety logs
-A wide selection of pre-owned cars and trucks at Lamoureux Ford (2:52)
>THE BURBS (brought to you by North End Motor Sales): Residents ask Shrewsbury School Committee to adopt Diwali
-Shrewsbury welcomes new manager at D.P.W.
-With issues being fixed, Red Roof Inn in Sutton gets full license renewal
-ValleyCAST to host first live stage show with "White Rabbit Red Rabbit"
-Courtney Clemens wins Hoop Shoot Contest
-Murder in Grafton Center, Part 1
>SPORTS: Revolution beats Charlotte, 1-0, in season opener
-Railers beat Savannah, 3-2
-North High looks to state tourney after topping Nashoba for C.M.A.D.A. Class A title
-M.I.A.A. boys basketball, girls basketball and boys hockey seedings and schedule released
-Brandon McDowell wins first event with P.B.R. at Worcester Rumble
>CARS: Bertera Nissan has a great car for you (4:39)
-RVs at Clearance Prices at Fuller RV Rentals and Sales (1:07)
>NATIONAL: Millions who rely on Medicaid may be booted from program
-Erin Brockovich warns East Palestine, Ohio of dangers after train crash
-Tragic: 81-year-old man dies after dog attack in San Antonio
>NEW ENGLAND: Are domestic violence cases in Mass. increasing?
-Police in Mass. town help residents protect catalytic converters
>FOOD: Why food is actually cheaper than you think, even with inflation
>COLLEGES: Holy Cross President Vincent Rougeau: National rankings don’t fully explain what colleges offer
-Clark students harness technology to help with earthquake recovery efforts in Turkey and Syria
>BUSINESS: I got laid off by email -- can I give the company a bad review online?
-Central Mass. business by the numbers
-Hundreds of newspapers drop "Dilbert" comic strip after racist tirade from creator Scott Adams
>HEALTH: Pancreatic cancer rates "rising rapidly" among younger women
-Laxative use may be linked to dementia risk, study says
>SHOPPING: Thrift Store Threads -- Fashion finds a way to stay true to oneself
>TV/STREAMING: James Corden's "The Late Late Show" end date revealed
>MOVIES: "Cocaine Bear" gets high with $23.1 million at the box office, "Ant-Man" sinks fast
>CELEBRITY: SAG Awards winners and highlights
>HOMES: See all homes sold in Worcester County February 19th to 26th
>ANIMALS: Dog insists in getting into baby brother's crib to cuddle (3:06)
>GOOD NEWS (brought to you by Bertera Nissan): Twin sisters named valedictorian and salutatorian of their high school
-Meanwhile, in England, man convicted of stealing nearly 200,000 chocolate eggs
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Classifieds
+Barback wanted at Holden restaurant
-Prep cook and griil positions at George's Coney Island
-Part-Time Receptionist/Cashier at Lamoureux Ford
-Call-Taker, Scheduler at W.R.T.A.
-Seasonal jobs with Worcester Parks, Rec & Cemetery Division
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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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Classifieds
>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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