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Jan 07 2026WEATHER

Worcester and Nearby Towns Face Slippery Start to Wednesday

Winter weather struck Central Massachusetts hard overnight. Freezing rain left roads slick and dangerous. Because of this, several school districts decided to start classes two hours late on Wednesday, January 7th. Worcester was one of the districts affected, along with Shrewsbury, Leicester, Fitchb

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Jan 07 2026OPINION

Lewiston's Missing Link: How a Local Airline Could Boost the Economy

Lewiston, a city in Idaho, is currently facing a transportation challenge. The city lacks direct flights to other parts of the state, making business travel and tourism more difficult. This situation is not new. In the past, two small airlines, Empire and Horizon, used to operate from Lewiston. They

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Jan 07 2026HEALTH

How Plasma Swaps Affect Blood Thinners: A Real-Life Example

In the world of medicine, doctors often use special treatments to help patients. One such treatment is called therapeutic plasma exchange (TPE). It's like a swap, where some of the liquid part of the blood, called plasma, is taken out and replaced with a different kind of plasma. This can help with

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Jan 06 2026POLITICS

Navigating Stormy Seas: South Korea and China Seek Common Ground

South Korea and China are trying to mend their relationship, but it's not easy. They have a lot at stake, especially when it comes to money and security. South Korea needs China for trade and to keep North Korea in check. But China and South Korea don't see eye to eye on everything, like Taiwan and

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Jan 06 2026POLITICS

Taxpayer Money Shouldn't Fund Capitol Rioters, Say Democrats

Senate Democrats are pushing for new laws to stop taxpayer money from going to people who attacked the U. S. Capitol on January 6, 2021. This comes five years after the event. One proposed law would prevent any compensation fund for the rioters. Another law would stop federal money from being used t

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Jan 06 2026HEALTH

A Long Time in the Dark: Illinois' Data Leak

A big mistake happened in Illinois. The Department of Human Services accidentally put private health info on a public website. This wasn't a quick slip-up. It stayed there for over three years before anyone noticed. The data belonged to hundreds of thousands of people. Some were getting help for di

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Jan 06 2026BUSINESS

King and Queen County's Plan to Fight Flooding and Boost Jobs

King and Queen County is making waves with a new plan to tackle flooding and create jobs. The idea? A business park near the Middle Peninsula Regional Airport. This park would be a hub for companies focused on fighting flooding. It's not just about local issues, though. The goal is to make the Middl

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Jan 06 2026LIFESTYLE

J. Crew Teams Up with U. S. Ski & Snowboard for a Fresh Collection

J. Crew and U. S. Ski & Snowboard have teamed up to create a collection that combines style and function. This is not just a random partnership. It makes sense. J. Crew is known for its cozy knitwear. U. S. Ski & Snowboard is all about technical gear for winter sports. Together, they have created a

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Jan 06 2026ENTERTAINMENT

Dude Perfect Joins Nex Playground for a Trick-Shot Adventure

Nex Playground is teaming up with Dude Perfect to create a fun, motion-powered game. This game will be available exclusively on Nex Playground in the summer of 2026. The partnership aims to bring Dude Perfect's famous trick shots and high-energy fun to families everywhere. Nex Playground is known f

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Jan 05 2026ENTERTAINMENT

Kingstown's Final Chapter: What's Next for the Crime Drama?

The crime drama "Mayor of Kingstown" is wrapping up after five seasons. This show, which stars Jeremy Renner, has been a hit on Paramount+. The final season will have eight episodes, fewer than the previous ones. Edie Falco, who joined the cast recently, will also be back. The show's creator, Taylo

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