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Here's what's happening in and around Worcester today
Coronavirus (COVID-19)
+5:05 p.m.: 8 new cases in Worcester, 27 overall. Holden reports first 2 cases. Press conference video (20:24)
+5:05 p.m.: State totals: 679 new cases, 1,838 total cases, 15 deaths
+5:05 p.m.: The restaurant chain that never closes has closed nearly a quarter of their locations
+3:45: All Mass. schools closed through April
+3:45: Volunteers serve 600 free meals a day to Worcester children while schools are closed
+3:45: Critical supplies to donate? Here's who to call
+3:45: 'This is the real thing,' Chancellor Collins says in story about steps UMass Medical is taking to address crisis
+3:45: Now people are panic-buying eggs
+11:45: Everything you need to know about stimulus package
+11:45: Rush to collect unemployment benefits hits online roadblock
+11:45: Sterling woman celebrates 100th birthday with family through window due
+11:45: Prince Charles tests positive
-19 official cases in Worcester, but total number 'significantly higher." Press conference video (28:43)
-'Not the time to open things back up': Worcester schools likely to remain closed beyond April 6
-Ch. 4: Coronavirus cases steadily rise in Worcester (2:22)
-Judges tests positive; Worcester court, 2 others forced to close
-Scenes throughout Worcester during stay-at-home advisory (29 photos)
-Worcester schools, teachers union close to agreement on student outreach during shutdown
-IT staff in overdrive to keep Worcester government working
-DCU Center to be used as surge care space
-MassHire resources for employers, job seekers and partners
-Are you essential? Find out what jobs are considered essential
-UMass Memorial caregivers now required to wear a face mask at all times
-Radio Worcester (13:41) -- City Manager Ed Augustus on COVID-19 response
-Radio Worcester (10:01) -- Tim Murray on how Chamber is helping businesses
-State totals: 382 new cases, 1,159 total cases, 11 deaths
-Baker says 10 more labs online, 750K pieces of PPE being sent to healthcare workers
-Ford working with 3M, GE to make respirators, ventilators
-Can blood from survivors treat the newly ill?
-Wait, what? Texas Lt. Gov. says seniors would rather face virus than kill economy
-On the lighter side: Jokers go 'all in' playing poker with toilet paper
-Today's Heroes (brought to you by Bertera Nissan): D’Errico's Market steps up to help those in need
In Other News
+3:45: Worcester's Clover Street to get stop signs in pilot program
+3:45: Homes (brought to you by Ross Mortgage): Worcester County home sale prices continue to rise
+3:45: WICN's Business Beat (30:00)
+11:45: Target settles class-action lawsuit filed by Clinton woman for $2.3M
-Polar Park, new South High projects will continue
-Committee approves revised plan for Doherty High rebuild
-Death at Worcester County House of Correction profiled in WBUR investigation 'Dying on the sheriff's watch'. Audio (10:34)
-UPDATED: Here are the restaurants open for take out or delivery
-Peppercorn’s ‘pumping out’ delivery, take-out orders during statewide ban
-Get a free Frosty with every Wendy's drive-thru order
-Restaurants may soon be able to offer beer, wine through takeout, delivery
-Neat drone video of Grafton Hill (3:12)
-Worcester City Hall weddings go al fresco
-Kung Fu & Tai Chi Academy of New England to hold public classes online
-Northbridge High staff create ‘Full House’-themed TikTok for students
-Today's deal: Sterling Dance Studio Offering Nearly 60 Online Classes
-Homes (brought to you by Ross Mortgage): The 5 latest Worcester homes to hit the market
-Police: N.H. man chased neighbor with sword after being asked to lower music
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Top Posts
-Beechwood closes; Worcester hotels hit hard
-Person shot in Worcester; suspect taken into custody
-Four members of same Webster household test positive. Sutton reports first case
-Best-case scenario: 20K cases in Worcester County, worst-case: 540K
-Amazon Prime deliveries delayed up to a month
-3 new total cases in Worcester, 16 total. Firefighter, recruit test positive. Press conference video (38:08)
-Confirmed cases in Worcester now 13, hospital CEOs to tour DCU Center as possible overflow sites. Press conference video (21:45)
-Worcester Police want to locate this man suspected in nighttime breaking and enterings
-24 in Worcester: Emergency daycare centers list released; here’s how program works
-City Councilor says intersection at Summit in Worcester is public safety issue
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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