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In The News
>WEATHER: Watch Mark Rosenthal's 7-day forecast (:43). High of 54 in Worcester
>TOP OF THE NEWS
+6:00: Worcester Fire Department hockey team plays for charity on Saturday
+6:00: W.R.T.A.'s free buses should stay for another year, committee recommends
+Noon: Charlton police sergeant fined $10,000 after using cell phone search For private use
+Noon: Ilah Cibis Jewelry opens up shop in the Canal District
+Noon: Listen Up: Smither, Delmhorst, Foucault, others team for Conway fête
+Noon: Last Call: Veterinarian and author Dr. Karen Fine on pet loss
-Worcester diocese issues law banning hookup apps
-Worcester man charged with strangling, assaulting police officer found incompetent to stand trial
-U.S. Attorney Rollins visits Worcester NAACP, talks police inquiry
-Worcester superintendent responds to Nashville school shooting
-Related: Local school administrators frustrated and saddened by latest shooting
-Search for Worcester's best pizza sliced to 2
-Join the Worcester Now | Next planning workshop on Thursday
-Worcester: the City that Reads book drive kicks off
>ANIMALS: New cats and dogs up for adoption in Worcester
>BARS & BANDS (brought to you by Wachusett Wine & Spirits): The Mayor’s Live Music List for Wednesday
>SHOWTIME: Worcester musicians remember guitarist and producer Buzz Taylor
-Janice Harvey: The "disconnect" between schools and student cellphone use
>OBITUARIES (brought to you by G9 Financial): Tribute to founder of C.P.A. firm and supporter of numerous charities
-ICYMI: 32-year-old man indicted in 2021 murder at Hotel Vernon in Canal District
-Worcester man caught, another still at large in shooting death of city man in Randolph
-Worcester police thwart daytime break-in, bust armed suspect
-15-year-old opens eatery in Worcester
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>HOLDEN (brought to you by Lamoureux Ford and Brilla Coffee Roasters): Tardy policy negatively affects Wachusett students
-Channel 5's "Made in Mass.": Holden man's Brew Biscuits turn beer-brewing grains into delicious dog treats (2:31). Article
-Dawson Rec basketball court closed in April
-Holden police wants to I.D. man who stole from firewood money box
-Lamoureux Ford has some amazing cars you would not expect (1:25)
>THE BURBS (brought to you by North End Motor Sales): Shrewsbury looks to make parking more environmentally friendly
-Soil test change outlined by Sterling Board of Health
-Photos: Clinton students perform “Mamma Mia!”
-Teacher tackles literary legacy of Hamlet
-Berlin nomination papers available for May 8th election
>SPORTS: Wizards rout Celtics, 130-111
-Predators beat Bruins, 2-1
-Holy Cross names Dave Paulsen head men’s basketball coach
-Bravehearts announce earliest sellout in team history
-What fans can expect to see at Polar Park this season
-Several local baseball players are providing a boost to area college programs
-These local softball players are making an impact at area colleges
>CARS: NEW! Bertera. Huge Selection. Great Prices. (3:29)
-Honda recalls more than 330,000 vehicles due to mirror issue
-RVs at Clearance Prices at Fuller RV Rentals and Sales (1:07)
>NATIONAL: Philadelphia officials closely monitor drinking water after a chemical spill
-Death toll climbs to 7 in Pennsylvania candy factory explosion
-Tragic: Marine veteran killed during Uber carjacking
>NEW ENGLAND: Longtime Boston activist, politician, community organizer Mel King dies at 94
-Keene State mourns soccer player killed in crash with logging truck
>BUSINESS: Mass. workers among least likely to resign in the last year
-Push in states for $20 minimum wage as inflation persists
>SHOPPING: Apple launches buy now, pay later service in U.S.
>COLLEGES: Clark International Gala 2023 (2:51:19)
-UMass Medical School Diabetes Center patient success story
>HEALTH: New research suggests physical exercise has "little" mental benefits
-Free COVID vaccinations on Wednesday: 11-5:30 at Worcester Public Library
>HOMES: 10 most expensive homes sold in Worcester County, March 19th to 26th
>TV/STREAMING: Star-studded Netflix murder mystery set to film on Cape Cod
>MOVIES: 50 of the most controversial films ever made
>CELEBRITY: CNN eyes Gayle King-Charles Barkley show amid fall primetime revamp
>HISTORY: The Lido, 40 Pearl Street in Worcester
>GOOD NEWS (brought to you by Bertera Nissan): Stranger saves mother and daughter after snowy car crash
-Only the sharpest minds can find the hidden Ys in this illusion
-Meanwhile, in Pennsylvania, man found dead in home with over 200 snakes and a crocodile
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-Housekeeper at Canal District bar
-Servers wanted at Worcester restaurant
-Head host and hosts at Downtown Worcester restaurant
-Multiple positions for Wonder Bar's Polar Park location
-Grounds crew for Worcester Bravehearts
-Director of Planning and Community Development, Town of Holden
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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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