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In The News
>WEATHER: Snow continues, high of 35 today in Worcester
+6:00: Parking ban ends at 8 p.m. Tuesday
+Noon: All W.R.T.A. snow routes back to regular service
-Commuters deal with slush covered roads in Worcester (1:40)
-Worcester prepares for biggest snowfall of year (2:36)
-Students in Worcester excited for snow day late in winter (1:39)
-Declared Parking Ban in Worcester, Holden and Millbury
-All W.R.T.A. snow routes are active with exception of Route 19
-School canceled in Worcester on Tuesday because of the storm
-School canceled in Wachusett district, Auburn, Leicester, Millbury, Grafton, Shrewsbury and at Saint John's
-Trash and recycling pickup delayed a day in Holden and Shrewsbury
-Trial court in Worcester closed Tuesday because of weather
-Worcester bakery closed because of storm
-National Grid prepares for outages
>TOP OF THE NEWS
+6:00: Cafe to open in former Worcester diner (pictured)
+6:00: See the New Vocational Programs Building at South High
+6:00: Radio Worcester (14:37): Worcester Police Chief Steve Sargent on the rollout of the body cams
+6:00: Free home pickup of unwanted clothing, textiles in Worcester
+6:00: Looking back, looking ahead: Worcester observes Black History month
+Noon: State board OKs "plainly parasitic" Worcester Old Sturbridge Village-tied charter school
+Noon: U.S. Rep. James McGovern calls for formal government apology on D.E.S.
+Noon: Janice Harvey -- Worcester Public Library visit brings answers, memories
-Developer asks Worcester for tax break, promises affordable units
-Worcester School Committee members concerned about new charter school
-Radio Worcester (3:13): School Committee Member Tracy O'Connell Novick on the financial ties of proposed charter school
-W.P.D. finds loaded "ghost" gun at party
-Worcester man with suspended license arrested for stolen car
-Windshield smashed, occupants hurt after ice flies off truck
-Officials name 2 23-year-old victims killed in double car crash in Gardner
-Worcester Police Department launches body camera program (1:39)
-Related: W.P.D. body camera program is live. Here's what you need to know
-FlyORH: Worcester to Aruba for under $600
-NEW! Unsolved: Worcester -- "What Happened to Sabrina Hatheway? - Part 2". Video (17:06). Audio (18:49)
>BARS & BANDS (brought to you by Wachusett Wine & Spirits): The Mayor’s Live Music List for Tuesday
-Jazzed Up to play 3 shows this week
>SHOWTIME: Weezer to perform in Worcester in July with Joyce Manor, Future Islands
-Poetry Town: Poets wanted for Worcester Magazine
-Worcester club draws a community of all levels of players
-Mike Benedetti: City Council Preview -- Tax breaks, heat risk
-Rosen's Roundtable No. 495 (28:01): Sex Ed
-Rosalie Tirella: Missing Peter Stefan
>OBITUARIES (brought to you by G9 Financial): Tribute to a woman who worked in nursing for 45 years
-ICYMI: 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
See the rest of the day's Worcester news
>HOLDEN (brought to you by Lamoureux Ford, Brilla Coffee Roasters and Speciality Sandwich Company): Holden D.P.W. ready for biggest snowstorm of the season
-Holden police remind residents of parking ban penalties
-Holden Board of Assessors meeting postponed
-A wide selection of pre-owned cars and trucks at Lamoureux Ford (2:52)
>THE BURBS (brought to you by North End Motor Sales): Saint John’s students lead the way in robotics
-Trees tagged as part of Shrewsbury cemetery project
-Crews in Douglas rescue 2 dogs who fell through ice
-Auburn Police and Fire host building tours, hoping for new public safety building
-I-290 ramp closure in Auburn coming because of bridge repair
-Seat available on Sutton Finance and Warrant Advisory Committee
-Valley Tech robotics team receives $3,000 grant from Bayer Fund
-Murder in Grafton Center, Part 1
>SPORTS: Bruins defeat Oilers to earn 7th straight win
-Celtics drop from top spot in NBA
-Worcester Hockey Alumni highlights, NHL week 20
-Worcester State, Nichols learn landing spots in NCAA men's basketball tournament
-Shepherd Hill, David Prouty win Clark Tournament titles
>CARS: Bertera Nissan has a great car for you (4:39)
-RVs at Clearance Prices at Fuller RV Rentals and Sales (1:07)
>NATIONAL: N.T.S.B. says medical plane apparently broke apart before crash
-One year into Ukraine war, U.S. gas prices are lower. Here's what to expect ahead
-Tragic: Migrant boat breaks up off Italian coast, killing nearly 60
>NEW ENGLAND: Toddler inside stolen vehicle safely reunited with her family
-When does Daylight Saving Time begin in Mass.? What to know
>FOOD: Experts say you've been storing potatoes wrong this whole time
>COLLEGES: Japan Foundation awards Clark University with grant for Japanese instruction
-Holy Cross among top producers of Fulbright students in 2022-23
>BUSINESS: Hustle culture vs. The Great Resignation
-Changes in long-term care eyed for early House action
>HEALTH: Dementia risk rises if you live with chronic pain, study says
-Free COVID vaccinations Tuesday in Worcester: 10-2 at African Community and Cultural Center
>SHOPPING: U.S. retailers face shipping delays as carriers scrap voyages
>TV/STREAMING: New on Netflix in March (7:56)
>MOVIES: Trailer for new comedy with Robert DeNiro and Sebastian Maniscalco (2:47)
>CELEBRITY: S.A.G. Awards snubs -- Austin Butler, Angela Bassett & more
>HOMES: 5 new homes for sale in Worcester
>HISTORY: Davis Tower in Worcester
>ANIMALS: Tiny basset hound puppy gets adopted, meets her new pack (3:11)
>GOOD NEWS (brought to you by Bertera Nissan): Mass. nurse helping train future therapy dogs
-Meanwhile, in Utah, moose takes up residence outside ranger office's front door
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In The News
>WEATHER: Mark Rosenthal's 7-day forecast (:34). High of 81 today in Worcester
>TOP OF THE NEWS
+6:00: M.O.A.D. to host African Festival in Worcester August 1st (6:28)
+6:00: Latest "Walking Dead" premieres this weekend, with strong touch of Worcester
+6:00: Worcesteria: A tale of 2 murals at site of the former Dive Bar
+6:00: Bill Ballou on baseball
+Noon: Bus drivers want out of Worcester teachers union. Here's why
+Noon: Worcester human rights commissioner quits over police review decision
+Noon: Crazy stats from Red Sox’ miraculous 20-game turnaround
-Worcester police ask for help finding missing teen girl
-UMass Memorial increases planned Community Healthlink layoffs to 231
-Worcester’s Washington Square to be site for demolition, new apartments
-Mass. House approves carveout allowing for Worcester Red Sox players to not be subject to state wage laws
-Former UMass Medical School student and cancer survivor in seventh Pan-Mass Challenge (2:53)
-UMass Memorial Health opens convenient new family medicine facility at White City
-Mike Benedetti: Worcester City Council agenda preview
-Radio Worcester (26:14): State Sen. Robyn Kennedy on budget, child welfare reform, housing costs, I.C.E.
>DINING OUT: Phantom Gourmet visits Worcester restaurant (4:59)
-Worcester bistro closed until August 3rd
-Worcester bakery closed until August 5th
-ICYMI: Worcester city manager nixes Research Bureau bid for police civilian review board
-Another pedestrian crash in Worcester renews push for safety improvements
-Massport announces record year for Worcester Regional Airport
-City backs 4 affordable housing developments
-See the rest of the day's Worcester news
>HOLDEN (brought to you by Lamoureux Ford): Senior Center closed through the end of July
-Russ Parker from Holden loves Lamoureux Ford (3:04)
-This week's road closures and traffic delays
>THE BURBS (brought to you by North End Motor Sales): Victor Catacchio has been making cars look like new for 43 years
-Leominster man arrested after police find him passed out behind the wheel with fentanyl
-Crews install modular bridge spanning French River between Dudley and Webster
-Road closure today and tomorrow in Shrewsbury
-Spencer Summer Concert Series returns to Powder Mill Park
>BARS & BANDS: The Mayor's Live Music List for Tuesday
>SHOWTIME: EcoTarium honors U.N. environmental leader with its highest conservation award
-WCCA-TV's Video Jam No. 1385 (30:00): Gina Alice, Captains of Entropy and more
>OPINION: Tom Marino: When Worcester chose the bailout over the Constitution
-WCCA-TV's Connecting the Dots No. 168 (29:48): Ed Gardella, Part 2
-Radio Worcester Roundtable (37:57): I.C.E. shooting in Maine, claims on election integrity
>OBITUARIES: Tribute to Worcester business owner who passed away at 44
>SPORTS: Drake Maye-A.J. Brown connection among storylines to watch as training camp opens (11:25)
-Red Sox beat Rays, 6-5, for 14th straight win
-'Sader Stories (2:20): Kaitlyn Flanagan, Crusader of the Year
-7 Bravehearts heading to Futures League All-Star Game (1:29)
-WooBall Weekly: Bravehearts enter All-Star break in the thick of playoff chase
-Win WooSox tickets courtesy of North End Motor Sales
>CARS: Best used cars for teen drivers, according to Consumer Reports
>NATIONAL: 3 more U.S. servicemembers killed in war in Iran (2:03)
-Disney World guest, 54, died on iconic ride after suffering heart emergency
-Tragic: 5 die after people jump into river trying to save someone in the water
>NEW ENGLAND: Lindsay Clancy trial (1:27): Jury selection resumes after 5 seated
-Pamela Smart seeks new trial for 1990 murder of husband (3:22)
-Teacher and coach charged with O.U.I. and child endangerment
>COLLEGES: Clark's century-old Economic Geography sees jump in citation rankings
>TRAVEL (brought to you by Fuller RV & Rental): The 5 most expensive states to visit in 2026
-This Conn. amusement park was named most affordable in the U.S. (1:01)
>BUSINESS: Shrewsbury commercial landscaper acquired by New Jersey firm
-LPL Financial Research: China holds keys to post-war oil prices
-Shocking amount of Gen Z employees pretend to be productive at work: survey
>SHOPPING: Dollar Tree installs price scanners for surprising reason
>HOMES: Consumer Reports: Guest WiFi network can boost privacy, speed
>HEALTH: Humanoid robots complete historic surgery
-How many cups of coffee are safe to drink per day? (1:53)
>FOOD: Cyclospora outbreak: Taylor Farms test update, food safety (7:52)
-Mass. lettuce farm says its crop safe amid cyclospora fears (1:49). Article
>TV/STREAMING: Shocked Geena Davis addresses Netflix canceling "The Boroughs"
>MOVIES: "The Odyssey" reviews roundup: What critics are saying
>CELEBRITY: Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce’s pals reveal new wedding details
-Brenda Fricker, "My Left Foot" Oscar-winning actress, dies at 81
>ANIMALS: Stray orange cat chooses his family and fits right in (1:44)
>HISTORY: These discoveries reshaped what historians knew about America's Founding Fathers
>GOOD NEWS: Cape Cod farm offers 20 years of opportunity for adults with disabilities (1:33). Article
-Meanwhile, in Idaho, man balances 195 rolls of toilet paper on his head for 30 seconds
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