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Here's what's happening in and around Worcester today
Coronavirus (COVID-19)
+7:15: Radio Worcester (14:27) -- Dr. Michael Hirsh talks about the Spread, the Surge, and the Infrastructure (COVID-19 Update)
+7:15: 2 celebrated Holy Cross alumni: Bob Cousy calls Dr. Fauci 'my hero'
+5:15: 3 new total cases in Worcester, 16 total. Firefighter, recruit test positive. Press conference video (38:08)
+5:00: Beechwood closes; Worcester hotels hit hard
+5:00: State totals: 131 new cases, 777 total cases, 9 deaths
+3:00: Four members of same Webster household test positive
+3:00: WPI community collects thousands of needed medical supplies
+3:00: A look at Mass. cases by age, gender
+1:00: Best-case scenario: 20K cases in Worcester County, worst-case: 540K
+1:00: WBJ Podcast (37:04): Rough week for the Central Mass. economy
+1:00: Radio Worcester (18:16): Congressman Jim McGovern talks coronavirus response measures
+1:00: Beware of relief check scam
+1:00: Amazon Prime deliveries delayed up to a month
+11:00: Gov. Baker orders non-essential businesses to close at noon Tuesday, issues stay-at-home advisory
+11:00: City Councilor starts free throw contest to support local fund
+8:00: Platelet and blood drive to be held March 24-25 in Worcester
-Confirmed cases in Worcester now 13, hospital CEOs to tour DCU Center as possible overflow sites. Press conference video (21:45)
-24 in Worcester: Emergency daycare centers list released; here’s how program works
-Worcester schools working to keep thousands of students engaged at home
-"[T]rue leaders emerge": Worcester lauded for alternative to crowded shelters
-'Worcester Together' fund raises millions in just a few days
-Seasons on hold, Music Worcester, Mechanics Hall, Hanover turn to future
-Rep. McGovern: We see the best, worst in people in times of crisis (4:21)
-Closing the Distance - Video Series from Holy Cross (7:03)
-Mass. death toll now 5. State totals: 121 new cases, 646 total
-Baker on testing, PPEs, 1st Nantucket case (11:13)
-Connecticut casino furloughs over 5,000
-Some coronavirus patients feel better before getting really sick, doctors say
-Oreos, Kraft mac & cheese among comfort foods people are stocking up on
-ICYMI: T&G joins The 016 in offering free advertising to businesses. The 016 announcement (March 13)
In Other News
+5:00: Leominster teachers organize car parade (:28)
+3:00: City of Worcester Declared Parking Ban as of 4 p.m
+11:00: Monday's meeting on new Doherty High will be virtual
+11:00: CVS Health hiring 50,000 employees; adding bonuses, benefits
+8:30: Joe D'Angelo's Sunday Moment
+8:00: Car bursts into flames after crashing into bush in West Boylston
-Latest weather: Latest on Monday's storm
-Person shot in Worcester; suspect taken into custody
-City Manager to request state support for new Burncoat High
-City Councilor says intersection at Summit in Worcester is public safety issue
-UPDATED: Here are the restaurants open for take out or delivery
-When Worcester's leaders rise to challenges
-Homes (brought to you by Ross Mortgage): See inside this island home near Worcester
-Two will face charges for meth lab in Foxboro home
-Today's Hero (brought to you by Bertera Nissan): Milwaukee landlord slashes rent to $100
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-Stabbing in Worcester's Crystal Park
-Does getting coronavirus once mean you are immune?
-5th positive test in Worcester, 200 being evaluated. Press conference video (24:43)
-This toilet paper calculator tells you how long your stash will last
-Grafton resident tests positive
-Shrewsbury Street restaurant busted for serving during ban
-New Worcester case brings city total to 7; Press conference video (22:07)
-‘It’s super scary,’ restaurants face the fight of their lives
-UMass Memorial has 1 COVID-19 patient in ICU, 110 employees on quarantine, 114 admitted patients under investigation
In The News
>WEATHER: Mark Rosenthal's 7-day forecast (:34). High of 81 today in Worcester
>TOP OF THE NEWS
+6:00: M.O.A.D. to host African Festival in Worcester August 1st (6:28)
+6:00: Latest "Walking Dead" premieres this weekend, with strong touch of Worcester
+6:00: Worcesteria: A tale of 2 murals at site of the former Dive Bar
+6:00: Bill Ballou on baseball
+Noon: Bus drivers want out of Worcester teachers union. Here's why
+Noon: Worcester human rights commissioner quits over police review decision
+Noon: Crazy stats from Red Sox’ miraculous 20-game turnaround
-Worcester police ask for help finding missing teen girl
-UMass Memorial increases planned Community Healthlink layoffs to 231
-Worcester’s Washington Square to be site for demolition, new apartments
-Mass. House approves carveout allowing for Worcester Red Sox players to not be subject to state wage laws
-Former UMass Medical School student and cancer survivor in seventh Pan-Mass Challenge (2:53)
-UMass Memorial Health opens convenient new family medicine facility at White City
-Mike Benedetti: Worcester City Council agenda preview
-Radio Worcester (26:14): State Sen. Robyn Kennedy on budget, child welfare reform, housing costs, I.C.E.
>DINING OUT: Phantom Gourmet visits Worcester restaurant (4:59)
-Worcester bistro closed until August 3rd
-Worcester bakery closed until August 5th
-ICYMI: Worcester city manager nixes Research Bureau bid for police civilian review board
-Another pedestrian crash in Worcester renews push for safety improvements
-Massport announces record year for Worcester Regional Airport
-City backs 4 affordable housing developments
-See the rest of the day's Worcester news
>HOLDEN (brought to you by Lamoureux Ford): Senior Center closed through the end of July
-Russ Parker from Holden loves Lamoureux Ford (3:04)
-This week's road closures and traffic delays
>THE BURBS (brought to you by North End Motor Sales): Victor Catacchio has been making cars look like new for 43 years
-Leominster man arrested after police find him passed out behind the wheel with fentanyl
-Crews install modular bridge spanning French River between Dudley and Webster
-Road closure today and tomorrow in Shrewsbury
-Spencer Summer Concert Series returns to Powder Mill Park
>BARS & BANDS: The Mayor's Live Music List for Tuesday
>SHOWTIME: EcoTarium honors U.N. environmental leader with its highest conservation award
-WCCA-TV's Video Jam No. 1385 (30:00): Gina Alice, Captains of Entropy and more
>OPINION: Tom Marino: When Worcester chose the bailout over the Constitution
-WCCA-TV's Connecting the Dots No. 168 (29:48): Ed Gardella, Part 2
-Radio Worcester Roundtable (37:57): I.C.E. shooting in Maine, claims on election integrity
>OBITUARIES: Tribute to Worcester business owner who passed away at 44
>SPORTS: Drake Maye-A.J. Brown connection among storylines to watch as training camp opens (11:25)
-Red Sox beat Rays, 6-5, for 14th straight win
-'Sader Stories (2:20): Kaitlyn Flanagan, Crusader of the Year
-7 Bravehearts heading to Futures League All-Star Game (1:29)
-WooBall Weekly: Bravehearts enter All-Star break in the thick of playoff chase
-Win WooSox tickets courtesy of North End Motor Sales
>CARS: Best used cars for teen drivers, according to Consumer Reports
>NATIONAL: 3 more U.S. servicemembers killed in war in Iran (2:03)
-Disney World guest, 54, died on iconic ride after suffering heart emergency
-Tragic: 5 die after people jump into river trying to save someone in the water
>NEW ENGLAND: Lindsay Clancy trial (1:27): Jury selection resumes after 5 seated
-Pamela Smart seeks new trial for 1990 murder of husband (3:22)
-Teacher and coach charged with O.U.I. and child endangerment
>COLLEGES: Clark's century-old Economic Geography sees jump in citation rankings
>TRAVEL (brought to you by Fuller RV & Rental): The 5 most expensive states to visit in 2026
-This Conn. amusement park was named most affordable in the U.S. (1:01)
>BUSINESS: Shrewsbury commercial landscaper acquired by New Jersey firm
-LPL Financial Research: China holds keys to post-war oil prices
-Shocking amount of Gen Z employees pretend to be productive at work: survey
>SHOPPING: Dollar Tree installs price scanners for surprising reason
>HOMES: Consumer Reports: Guest WiFi network can boost privacy, speed
>HEALTH: Humanoid robots complete historic surgery
-How many cups of coffee are safe to drink per day? (1:53)
>FOOD: Cyclospora outbreak: Taylor Farms test update, food safety (7:52)
-Mass. lettuce farm says its crop safe amid cyclospora fears (1:49). Article
>TV/STREAMING: Shocked Geena Davis addresses Netflix canceling "The Boroughs"
>MOVIES: "The Odyssey" reviews roundup: What critics are saying
>CELEBRITY: Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce’s pals reveal new wedding details
-Brenda Fricker, "My Left Foot" Oscar-winning actress, dies at 81
>ANIMALS: Stray orange cat chooses his family and fits right in (1:44)
>HISTORY: These discoveries reshaped what historians knew about America's Founding Fathers
>GOOD NEWS: Cape Cod farm offers 20 years of opportunity for adults with disabilities (1:33). Article
-Meanwhile, in Idaho, man balances 195 rolls of toilet paper on his head for 30 seconds
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