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In today's newsletter:

  • Worcester teens face charges after police chase in stolen cars
  • Viral ice cream shop sign calls out rude Massachusetts customers
  • Worcester resident charged in string of Shrewsbury home break-ins

Also on today's calendar: 9D Breathwork: Nervous System Reset & Personal Transformation Journey and 10 more events.

Today's riddle: What is clean when it is black and dirty when it is white? 🤔 (Answer below!)

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📰 News we're reading

1. 2 Worcester Teens Charged After Fleeing Police In Stolen Cars — Worcester readers learn that two local teenagers were charged after allegedly fleeing police in stolen cars, highlighting an ongoing concern about youth crime and vehicle theft in the area. (Worcester Patch)
   

2. 'Grow Up': MA Ice Cream Shop's Message To Customers Goes Viral — Massachusetts ice cream lovers are buzzing after a shop's blunt 'grow up' message to rude customers went viral, sparking a wider conversation about how local businesses handle disrespectful behavior. (Worcester Patch)
   

3. Worcester Man Accused Of Breaking Into Shrewsbury Homes — Worcester readers are learning more about a local man accused of breaking into nearby Shrewsbury homes, a case tying city residents to an alleged suburban burglary spree under investigation by police. (Worcester Patch)
   

4. Worcester County Man Wins Major Lottery Prize — Worcester County residents may recognize the Spencer Speedway and Worcester's K J Barrons, where two big lottery tickets were sold, including a $2 million prize claimed by East Brookfield's Dylan Roy. (Worcester Patch)
   

5. New Neighborhood Restaurant Eyes Worcester Opening — A new neighborhood spot, Café Eidy, is planning to open on Chandler Street in Worcester, with owners seeking a city food-service license this week and aiming for a February 2027 debut featuring globally inspired, locally sourced dishes. (Worcester Patch)
   

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P.S. The answer to today's riddle: "What is clean when it is black and dirty when it is white?" — A chalk board (Thank you Charlie H. for sending it in!)
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