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Friday, January 3rd, 2025
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Good morning, Worcester. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 3rd of January.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ T&G Santa's fund, supported by community donations, will provide gifts for nearly 8,000 children in need this year. Telegram & Gazette
- ➤ Local officials and residents in Worcester express concerns over the proposed CarMax auction site's impact on traffic and the environment. Telegram & Gazette
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ A fire caused by improperly discarded smoking materials in a Worcester apartment complex displaced 28 people and sent one to the hospital for smoke inhalation. Telegram & Gazette
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ A teen was indicted for murder by a Worcester County Grand Jury following an April shooting, with the case advancing to Massachusetts Superior Court. This Week In Worcester
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Massachusetts, including Worcester County, is experiencing high winds and power outages, with a wind advisory in effect until 10 p.m. Thursday and cold temperatures forecasted for the weekend. Telegram & Gazette
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ A bill intended to create a fund to assist Massachusetts homeowners with crumbling foundations due to pyrrhotite in concrete failed to pass in the House, despite Senate approval and bipartisan support. Telegram & Gazette
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Saint Vincent Hospital secured a four-year contract with insurer Point32Health right before a Dec. 31 deadline, ensuring continuity of care for thousands by remaining the only in-network provider for Tufts Health Plans Direct in the Greater Worcester Community. Telegram & Gazette
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Local NFL players Patrick Ricard and Chris Lindstrom have been selected for the Pro Bowl in recognition of their standout performances. Telegram & Gazette
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Stretch Therapy Workshop
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Keller Williams Live Performance
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Matt Roper Live at Wormtown Brewery
Matt Roper will be performing at Wormtown Brewery in Worcester, providing an evening of entertainment.
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MiLB Northeast Regional Career Fair at Polar Park
The event offers an opportunity for attendees to meet hiring managers from various Minor League Baseball organizations and expand their professional network.
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Van Gogh: The Immersive Experience at The Mercantile
Experience the stunning works of Van Gogh in an immersive setting at The Mercantile in Worcester, MA.
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