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Good morning Worcester! We're back in your inbox this morning to keep you in the loop with what's happening in and around town. Grab a cup of coffee and read on. ☕️️

In today's newsletter:

  • Major fentanyl seizure raises fresh concerns for Worcester County residents
  • Worcester child exploitation case leads to serious new charges
  • Worcester State's $30M push to boost future teachers begins

Also on today's calendar: Shrewsbury Electronics Recycling Event ♻️ and 9 more events.

Today's riddle: Why did the cookie go to the hospital? 🤔 (Answer below!)

Weather forecast:

  • Friday: Mostly sunny and breezy, with a high of 65 and low of 45 degrees.
  • Saturday: Plenty of sunshine, temps: high: 64, low: 47.
  • Sunday: Increasing cloudiness, with a high of 62 and low of 52 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

1. More Than 470 Grams Of Fentanyl Seized In Worcester County Drug Case — Worcester County authorities report seizing more than 470 grams of fentanyl in a recent drug investigation, underscoring ongoing concerns about dangerous opioids affecting communities across the county, including Worcester. (Worcester Patch)
   

2. Man Facing Child Porn Charges In Worcester Child Exploitation Case — A man is facing child pornography charges in a Worcester child exploitation case, drawing attention to local law enforcement efforts to combat online abuse and protect vulnerable children in the city. (Worcester Patch)
   

3. Worcester State Launches $30M Campaign With $1M Gift For Future Teachers — Worcester readers will see big changes at Worcester State as a new $30 million campaign, kicked off with a $1 million gift, aims to expand support and opportunities for future teachers and education programs on campus. (Worcester Patch)
   

4. 2 Worcester Men Charged After Dirt Bike Theft Sting — Two Worcester men are among three suspects charged after Enfield, Connecticut police ran a sting on dirt bike and ATV thefts, highlighting how regional crime operations can directly involve Worcester residents despite occurring out of state. (Worcester Patch)
   

5. Worcester Man Faces Gun Charges After Stolen Vehicle Investigation — Worcester readers should know a 20-year-old city resident faces multiple firearm charges after police linked him to a stolen vehicle on Main Street and allegedly found a loaded gun with a defaced serial number. (Worcester Patch)
   

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What your neighbors are talking about on social media

  • Ice Nine Kills Reveal "A Very Vicious Christmas" EP at Worcester's Silver Scream Con —Mark Allen Wood Read on Patch
  • Lost dog found wondering, based on other posts may be named Maple?
    Please reach out with any info so we can return him UPDATE: He is with animal control and his owner has been contacted! (Nextdoor North Webster Square)
  • Hi neighbors!
    Looking for a handyman to install a large window. We got a replacement under warranty but the company no longer does installation. Thanks in advance! (Nextdoor West Tatnuck)
  • Olive Garden posted a job opening for To Go Specialist in Worcester. Apply here.
  • CVS Health posted a job opening for Shift Supervisor in Worcester. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Worcester here.

Ok Worcester! So now you're in the loop about what's happening today. Thanks for reading, and see you in your inbox next time! Oh -- and if you like what you're reading, invite a friend to Patch AM!

-- The Patch AM Team

P.S. The answer to today's riddle: "Why did the cookie go to the hospital?" — Because he felt crummy. (Thank you Sanda J. for sending it in!)
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