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Here's what's happening in and around Worcester today
Coronavirus (COVID-19)
+5:00: 54 new cases in Worcester, 1,751 total. Shrewsbury, 158 cases (no new cases); Millbury, 138 as of Friday; Leicester, 71 (+1); Grafton, 47; Holden, 39 (+1). Press conference video (21:46)
+5:00: Worcester medical facilities could see switch to mouth swab testing
+5:00: Shutdown could have lasting effects on schools, students, say experts
+5:00: State totals: 1,632 long-term care deaths, 2,899 total, 1,590 new cases, 54,938 total, 236,100 tested. Story
+5:00: WATCH: 7 things you need to know about COVID-19 in Mass.
+5:00: Think things are bad for airlines? It’s about to get worse
+5:00: Here's how to check your fever without a thermometer, according to doctors
+8:40: Area retail landlords brace for fallout as store closings trigger rent negotiations
+8:40: AP source: Some NBA teams may reopen facilities to players on Friday
-79 new cases in Worcester, 1,697 total. Shrewsbury, 158 cases; Millbury, 138 as of Friday; Leicester, 70; Grafton, 47; Holden, 38. No press conference Saturday
-Worcester Housing Authority touts low infection rate amid aggressive measures
-Latinos make up 30% of patients in Worcester, despite 11% population share
-Worcester could soon track racial, socioeconomic data related to COVID-19
-Innovative local theater owner finds a way to draw a crowd during shutdown (1:20)
-COVID-19 presents challenges to find resources for children with autism
-Tenet Healthcare furloughs hit Mass. as CEO's pay skyrockets
-Signs popping up throughout Worcester support graduating seniors, while also providing funds for nonprofits
-State totals: 1,530 long-term care deaths, 2,730 total, 2,379 new cases, 55,348 total, 226.845 tested
-Lifting the lockdown: Which Mass. businesses would open first?
-Coronavirus may destroy 40% of the US economy, officials say
-Treatment drug trial running ahead of schedule
-COVID-19 recovery time: How long symptoms last
-ICYMI: These U.S. citizens won’t get coronavirus stimulus checks — because their spouses are immigrants
-At the office: You may be eligible for unemployment while day care is closed
-Not too early to start making plans for when this is over. 52 RVs for rent you can tour online at Fuller RV Rental & Sales
-On the lighter side: Michigan man gets ‘Dumb and Dumber’ bad quarantine haircut from wife
-Good news (brought to you by Bertera Nissan): Local union donates PPE to personal care attendants in Worcester
In Other News
+5:00: City buys land behind Worcester school to improve drop-off, pick-up procedures
-9:45: Updated list of restaurants offering take out or delivery
+9:40: 'Strong and Resilient' Worcester boy gets welcome home parade after heart transplant
-Latest weather: More rain on the way
-2 more Worcester restaurants announce reopening
-Support your local restaurants: Worcester Take Out Day is tomorrow
-Councilor Rose calls for delivery, pick-up options for Worcester trash bags
-TV series filmed in Worcester now available for streaming
-Updated: Worcester firefighters battle house fully engulfed in flames
-City of Worcester warns retirees of potential benefits scam
-April 27 Worcester Business Journal digital version now available
-Updated hours, senior hours for Worcester-area grocery stores
-Auburn baseball team makes best of season end (2:10)
-Everything the Patriots did at 2020 NFL Draft
-Homes (brought to you by Ross Mortgage): What will $1,700 get you in Worcester?
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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