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Here's what's happening in and around Worcester today
Coronavirus (COVID-19)
+7:30: 109 new cases in Worcester, 2,698 total. Shrewsbury, 217 (5 new cases); Millbury, 177 (+2); Leicester, 102 (+1); Holden, 64 (0); Grafton, 63 (+3). Press conference video (32:34)
+7:30: That's Entertainment faces superheroic struggle
+7:30: WICN's Business Beat (32:31): Dilemma facing many small businesses, to open or remain closed
+7:30: Green Hill Golf Course to remain closed despite relaxation of state ban
+7:30: Most alarming case numbers in some states in prisons and nursing homes
+7:30: Fourth Amazon warehouse worker dies from coronavirus
+11:30: Janice Harvey: ‘I know I did the right thing’
+11:30: 55,000 more file for unemployment in Mass.
+11:30: Mass. golf courses can open immediately, with restrictions
-85 new cases in Worcester, 2,588 total. Shrewsbury, 212 (2 new cases); Millbury, 175 (+2); Leicester, 101 (+1); Holden, 64 (+3); Grafton, 60 (+3). Press conference video (20:59)
-Worcester transports 10 homeless people from DCU Center field hospital to state-run hotel in Northampton
-Walmart employee says Worcester store wasn't taking COVID-19 seriously
-Kelley Square Dunkin' closed after worker tests positive
-Worcester saw 8.5% increase in excess deaths in March amid pandemic, UMass Memorial researchers find
-Central Mass. hospitals: Please come in for emergencies
-Beautiful look from above as 104th Fighter Wing flies over Worcester (:46)
-F-15 flyover at St. Vincent Hospital in Worcester (:21)
-Worcester health care workers flock outside to watch F-15 flying to honor them
-Related: UMass Memorial health care workers show their appreciation to F-15 pilots
-Adams Square Baptist Church defies governor’s order again
-Worcester Magazine's Last Call: Michael P. Hirsh, MD
-Worcester pastor survives COVID-19 after being in coma for 2 weeks
-Worcester Housing Authority requests state funding to help maintain low infection rate
-WCCA-TV Daily Breaking (29:30) -- Sean O’Neill, Servpro of Worcester; Hejoma Garcia, HMG Realty
-Kettle Brook GC, Wachusett CC opening Friday, email says social distancing measures will be in place
-Gov. Baker set to announce golf courses reopening under specific guidelines
-Radio Worcester's Worcester Wednesday with Mayor Petty (14:36): COVID-19, Walmart, Pastor Casey and Masks
-State totals: 2,653 long-term care deaths, 4,420 total, 922 in ICU, 1,754 new cases
-Gov. Baker hopes to reopen some businesses by May 18
-Reopening panel has sent reports to Baker
-We won’t know impact of states reopening for weeks. Several reasons why
-States might have to shut down again if they reopen too soon
-Blood thinners could keep seriously ill coronavirus patients alive, study says
-Help To Retire offering remote consultations to those nearing retirement (1:00)
-Homes (brought to you by Ross Mortgage): Creative ideas for stay-at-home fun during COVID-19
In Other News
+7:30: WATCH: Kelly Square's 'Peanut' roundabout in effect
+7:30: Abby's House 7-day giving campaign, online auction starts today
-Grab brunch, beer from Worcester Brewery for Mother's Day
-Who's open for take out or delivery? (updated)
-Worcester-area Catholic high schools to hold virtual graduations
-Radio Worcester's Voice of Business (53:00): Tim Murray, Shon Rainford, Ed Manzi and Libis Bueno
-Maker to Main offering Mother's Day tulips
-State law requires a Town Meeting before July 1. But how do you balance social distancing with democracy?
-Webster ambulance involved in Charlton crash
-Ew! In Japan, the ‘Murder Hornet’ is both a lethal threat and a tasty treat
-Good news (brought to you by Bertera Nissan): Worcester teachers take 126-mile trek to celebrate local moms
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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