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In The News
>WEATHER: Dry and seasonable, high of 81 in Worcester
>TOP OF THE NEWS
-UMass Memorial brings back staff mask mandate as COVID surges (1:44). Article
-Worcester bar remains closed following flood last week
-TODAY! Worcester's White Eagle hosting second annual Polish Festival
-TODAY! Main South Community Cookout at Oread Castle Park
-TODAY! Third annual El Buen Samaritano Food Program Community Wellness Event
-TODAY! Q.C.C. to host Super Saturday registration event
-End of summer bucket list: Still time to do the things you mentioned in June
-Worcester named 2nd worst city in the country for rooftop drinking
-3 arrested in Worcester home break-in
-What’s Up Woo (10:00): Protest erupts against new LGBTQ+ policy at Worcester Catholic schools
-Table Talk Pies matriarch gives $4 million to foundation
-After 3-year closure, Blackstone River Valley Heritage Center reopens
-Monárrez outlines goals for second year as Worcester schools superintendent
-Ex-Worcester City Councilor Phil Palmieri returns for District 2 seat
>DINING OUT: Worcester restaurant mentioned among most-missed restaurants in state
-Unsolved: Worcester -- The Main South Woodsman serial killer - Part 2. Video (16:41). Audio (17:42)
-ICYMI: Trial nears for Steven Foley, accused of killing, burning Cynthia Webb; Here’s what we know
-Leaking propane tank blamed for fatal home explosion
-UMass Medical School's legal bills swelled to $7.2 million in battle with UMass Memorial, MassLive investigation shows
-2 Worcester residents charged in Shrewsbury road rage incident
-Community Healthlink estimates 8 to 12 months to fully reopen detox programs in city
-See the rest of the day's Worcester news
>HOLDEN (brought to you by Lamoureux Ford): TODAY! Holden Days returns
-Holden Days 2023 activities and schedule
-Traffic advisory for Holden Days
-Lamoureux Ford is your headquarters for the Ford F-150 (5:49)
>THE BURBS (brought to you by North End Motor Sales): Shrewsbury Select Board begins policy updates
-Shrewsbury police log for August 25th
-Daly Apiary serving up sweet treats
-Charlton man to head Utilities and Facilities Department in Spencer
-Enter to win WooSox tickets, Dunkin cards and swag from North End Motor Sales
-Interior supply and design company moves into Central Mass. with Leominster acquisition
-What’s new at the R.E. Shaw School?
-What’s new at Elmwood Street School?
-What’s new at Millbury Junior/Senior High School?
>BARS & BANDS: The Mayor’s Live Music List for Saturday
>SHOWTIME: Seven Things To Do: Get The Led Out, Jolly Beggars, The Outlaws ...
-Engelbert Humperdinck will be "All About Love" in Worcester
-Ray Mariano: The good, the bad and the ugly of ideas for Worcester
-Shaun Connolly: Do not smoke 'em if you got 'em
-Radio Worcester (14:57): Rich Rubino analyzes Republican debate
-WCCA-TV's Human Touch No. 74 (28:47): Education and Social Mobility
-WCCA-TV's Chandler Chat No. 396 (27:25): Troy Siebels
>OBITUARIES: Tribute to Worcester woman who was emcee of the Columbus Day Parade for over 20 years
>SPORTS: Dodgers beat Red Sox, 7-4
-Patriots offense struggles in "real weather" preseason finale
-ESPN unveils its 2023-24 win-loss record prediction for Celtics
-WooSox fall to Rochester, 6-5
-Friday's local sports roundup
-Revolution returns to MLS action Saturday
>CARS: See the most economical EV at Bertera Nissan, the Nissan Leaf (6:01)
>NATIONAL: 5 killed as 7 tornadoes confirmed in Michigan
-5 Ohio family members found dead in apparent murder-suicide
-Fire tornado in Canada is an apocalyptic sight (:34)
-Tragic: Father drowns trying to save his 21-year-old son who got swept at national park
>NEW ENGLAND: Mass. bear shot by resident "in fear of being attacked," police say
-Here's how opioid overdose death rates in Mass. compare to national average
>COLLEGES: Move-in day at Clark through the years
-WPI awarded $599,815 to develop 3D-printed search-and-rescue robots
>TRAVEL (brought to you by Fuller RV & Rental): 7 incredible getaways For bicycle lovers
>BUSINESS: Workers now demanding nearly $80,000 to start new job
-Developers and tenants find value in putting their names on Worcester office buildings
>HEALTH: Mediterranean lifestyle could decrease premature death odds by 29%
-Cancer cases are rising among younger Americans: "alarming" trend
>FOOD: Starbucks pumpkin spice lattes return
>SHOPPING: 11 best early Labor Day TV sales
>HOMES: Worcester area real estate roundup
>TV/STREAMING: New movies and shows to watch this weekend
>MOVIES: 5 movies you can watch for $4 on National Cinema Day on Sunday
>CELEBRITY: Danny Trejo celebrates 55 years of sobriety
>ANIMALS: Worcester area pets up for adoption -- Meet Ace, Nova, Roxy and more
>HISTORY: Today in History for August 26th (1:31)
>GOOD NEWS (brought to you by Bertera Nissan): Man returns to college thanks to "random acts of kindness" (2:51)
-Meanwhile, in Washington, "T. rexes" race to photo finish at racing track
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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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