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Here's what's happening in and around Worcester today
In The News
+6:00: Pistol stolen in 2015 Worcester Army Reserve Center break tied to Boston robbery
+6:00: Worcesteria: A few suggestions for Worcester Monopoly
+6:00: Radio Worcester (16:00): Worcester City Manager Ed Augustus talks about Officer Familia, vaccinations and Cultivate
+6:00: Worcester leaf & yard waste drop off site on Chandler Street will be closed on Wednesday
+Noon: Nurses strike at Saint Vincent Hospital hits 100 days (1:19). Article
+Noon: 5 Things You Need to Know Today in Worcester - June 15
+Noon: From Radio Worcester, enter for a chance to win tickets to Van Halen tribute show at Indian Lake
+Noon: Southborough singer hoping to show her chops on "America's Got Talent"
+Noon: Charlton father-daughter bakery offers Father's Day craft beer cakes
-Popular Worcester diner is for sale
-Police arrest man for break-in at The Banner on Green Street in Worcester
-Driver in fatal Worcester wreck charged with motor vehicle homicide while under the influence
-Worcester police investigate weekend shooting of 16-year-old boy
-Worcester police arrest 2 for break-in, credit card fraud
-Worcester version of Monopoly will be released this fall
-Saint Vincent nurses strike puts new emphasis on health staffing shortages
-Councilor Moe Bergman files order in support of pension for family of fallen Worcester officer
-Clive McFarlane: A community's true values
-City Councilor calls for more safety measures at lakes and ponds
-Worcester graduation videos: Burncoat (2:05:16); Worcester Technical High School (1:37:10), Gerald Creamer Center (50:29)
-QCC to build $25 million facility
-3 local businesses approved for state incentive program
-This Week’s Roadwork in Worcester – Week of June 14
-4 Worcester I-290 ramps closing for construction this week
-Take the Arts Council funding survey, enter to win Bose earbuds
-ICYMI: Worcester Restaurant Week returning Aug. 2-14
-See the rest of the day's Worcester news, including Worcester's new recycling bins, and more
-Bars & Bands (brought to you by Wachusett Wine & Spirits): The Mayor’s Live Music & Live Streaming List for Tuesday
-New from Wachusett Wine & Spirits (39:20): 6 rums you should try
-The Burbs (brought to you by North End Motor Sales): Town of Millbury asks judge to shut down rogue venue
-Auburn police searching for owners of dogs found running along highway
-Family tragedy leads to life jacket loan station at Lake Singletary
-Indian Ranch hosts Flag Day cruise for veterans on Indian Princess
-Small fire departments are struggling to recruit volunteers
-Public hearing on Shrewsbury mascot June 16
-Leominster man sentenced to 10 to 12 years for manslaughter
-Bravehearts next home game 6:30 p.m. Wednesday. Buy tickets
-Contest! Enter to win 2 tickets to a WooSox home game, courtesy of North End Motor Sales
-Cars: Get a worry free car for summer vacation at Bertera Nissan (4:47)
-Fuller RV Rental & Sales: Act now to secure your summer RV rental (10:24)
-Shopping: Shop early Prime Day deals on Amazon Echo, Alexa and Kindle
-New England: Wedding planners slammed by demand after pandemic (2:06)
-History: John C. MacInnes Company building
-Homes: Worcester area home prices up recently
-Food: Butcher explains why prices continue to rise on meats, seafood
-TV/Streaming: Best live TV streaming services in 2021
-Animals: Woman adopts grandparents' grumpy cat (3:57)
-Good news (brought to you by Bertera Nissan): 9-year-old N.H. girl shaves head to raise money for kids with cancer
-Meanwhile, in Florida, town mistakenly sells its water tower
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Coronavirus (COVID-19)
+Noon: Gov. Charlie Baker announces 'VaxMillions' giveaway for vaccinated residents (2:51)
-Ceremony recognizes volunteers as Worcester’s large-scale vaccination site closes its doors
-Study finds Novavax vaccine about 90% effective
-ICYMI: UMass Medical School cardiology experts report link between mild heart problem, COVID vaccine
-Massachusetts' State of Emergency ends Tuesday
-Experts warn variants could pose issues for years if U.S. doesn't get more people vaccinated
-How to spot new Delta variant symptoms
-Meanwhile, in the Philippines, government offering free cow to those who get vaccinated
In The News
>WEATHER: Mark Rosenthal's 7-day forecast (:43). High of 70 today in Worcester
>TOP OF THE NEWS
+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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