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Here's what's happening in and around Worcester today
Coronavirus (COVID-19)
-Worcester hospitals lack beds for expected cases, report says
-4th positive test in Worcester; St. V's temporarily ran out of tests; Press conference Video (32:37)
-Nurse explains UMass' new drive-up testing for some patients (7:52). Related: Testing speeds up in Mass. (1:49)
-UMass Memorial Health Care CEO Eric Dickson discusses hospital's response
-Hopeful news: Mass. residents rated among lowest risk
-More hopeful news: This cheap, 70-year-old drug shows promising results in speeding recovery
-With ‘Worcester Together,’ city and organizations to address basic, long-term needs of community
-Mutual Aid Worcester helps Worcesterites help each other
-Daily Chamber communication focusing on the impact of COVID-19
-Updated Worcester FREE breakfast and lunch or supper meals schedule
-508, A show about Worcester (44:27): Worcester in the Time of SARS-CoV-2
-Auburn Mall, Solomon Pond Mall close
-Wachusett school district has meals for those on free, reduced program
-Charlton has first positive test, 3 firefighters self-quarantined
-Central Mass. banks begin closing except for drive-throughs
-Gov. Baker announces closure of childcare centers
-State total: 38 new cases, 256 total cases
-3 N.J. family members dead, 4 more hospitalized
-Beginning today Price Chopper/Market 32 to have senior-only hour 6-7 a.m.
-National Grid suspends disconnections, collections
-Answering your questions about worker, employer rights
-Everything to know about working from home
-On the lighter side: Spanish man hides in T-Rex costume to avoid country's lockdown
In Other News
-2-alarm fire overnight in Worcester displaces 20, firefighter sustains minor injury
-SEE THE LIST: Who's open for take out or delivery
-The Queen's Cups closes, lays off 80% of staff
-Worcester RMV opens, but 10-at-a-time policy creates massive line
-Primer on Worcester's tax increment financing plans
-Councilor Gary Rosen urges WRTA to give free rides to polls
-Ch. 5's A Plus: Worcester Academy's Ian Gachunga (2:28)
-Tribute to area 24-year-old taken too soon by 'heartbreaking battle' with addiction
-Today's deal: Free $20 gift card with purchase of $100 gift card to Peppercorn's
-Good news (brought to you by Bertera Nissan): Two Ohio siblings held a porch concert for a neighbor who is self-isolating
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Top Posts
-Firefighters battle 3-alarm blaze at Worcester home, no one hurt (:15)
-UMass Memorial starting drive-through screening Wednesday
-Tears, pink slips as area restaurants rocked by dining ban
-Rutland has a confirmed case of coronavirus
-Worcester update -- 1 new case, 3 total, none are ill
-Stop & Shop creates shopping hours for 60 and older; Also: Dollar General
-Are your employees still working at the office? Here's an idea ...
-IRS gives Americans 3-month break to file taxes
-Some house rules to follow if you need to self-quarantine
-'Possible' testing site being constructed in Shrewsbury
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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