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Here's what's happening in and around Worcester today
Coronavirus (COVID-19)
+6:15: 32 new cases in Worcester, 3,003 total. Shrewsbury, 232 (3 new cases); Millbury, 185 (+3); Leicester, 110 (0); Grafton, 68 (+1); Holden, 65 (+1). Press conference video (17:35)
+6:15: State totals: 3,095 long-term care deaths, 5,141 total, 818 in ICU, 870 new cases
+6:15: Gov. Baker: Reopening needs to be sustainable (2:13)
+6:15: What Mass. businesses can reopen in Phase 1? Baker says wait until Monday
+6:15: Broadway closure extended at least through Labor Day
+12:45: stART on the Street, a Park Ave. staple, called off
+12:45: Hanover Theatre to reschedule shows multiple times, some pushed to 2021
+12:45: Community Legal Aid awarded $50,000 grant from Worcester Together fund
+12:45: June 29 reopening for Mass. daycares limits care options for parents, puts financial pressure on providers
+12:45: IRS gives taxpayers one more day to speed up stimulus checks
-47 new cases in Worcester, 2,971 total. Shrewsbury, 229 (3 new cases); Millbury, 182 (+4); Leicester, 110 (+3); Grafton, 67 (+1); Holden, 64. Press conference video (26:00)
-AP interview Worcester Mayor Joe Petty as Mass. tests more, but still falls short of needed targets (3:21)
-Strained nonprofits are finding pandemic is becoming a poor person’s crisis
-Coronavirus isolation and recovery site opens in Worcester providing shelter, food for low income individuals
-ICYMI: COVID-19 claims Worcester father & son days apart
-Radio Worcester (16:54): Dr. Michael Hirsh talks Worcester's Coronavirus Status & Opening Up
-Worcesteria: Don't overinflate preacher's importance
-Gov. Baker says state will open in 4 phases (2:30)
-These standards must be in place for Mass. businesses to reopen
-Mass. virus deaths hit 5,000 amid calls to reopen (1:31)
-Boston’s homeless population has 33% infection rate, tests show
-State failed to implement 'HOME Act' before outbreak (2:27)
-New Hampshire begins next steps in reopening (1:13)
-What U.S. states can learn from reopening planning in Europe
-Dr. Fauci: Americans would experience 'needless suffering and death' if country opens up prematurely
-Pandemic could last 2 more years, study claims
-Tragic: Chicago postal worker dies from coronavirus days after giving birth
-At the office: What the workplace will look like in coronavirus era
-Help To Retire offering remote consultations to those nearing retirement (1:00)
-Good news (brought to you by Bertera Nissan): Steve Hartman on the different kinds of heroes (2:39)
In Other News
+6:15: 23-year-old Worcester man arrested for Sunday shooting on Main Street in Worcester
+6:15: 'Conservative' Worcester 2021 budget comes in at $721.8M
+12:45: Castle Restaurant offering a second Pop-Up May 16
+12:45: Dunkin’s transition to paper cups is complete
+12:45: 'Hamilton' movie release date on Disney+ pushed up to July 2020
-10:45: Who's open for take out or delivery? (updated)
-Convicted Worcester restaurateur denied request to get out of federal prison early
-Third robbery suspect arrested in Worcester after breaking into home, hiding in bedroom
-ICYMI: Two arrested for pair of armed robberies in Worcester, third suspect at large
-This Week’s roadwork in Worcester
-ICYMI: Bean Counter Coffee Bar and Bakery opens new location in Worcester allowing for employees to return
-Assumption promotes Christine Lowthert to director of athletics post
-JCPenney could be the next iconic retailer to file for bankruptcy -- perhaps as soon as this week
-USDA buying millions worth of excess food from farmers to distribute to communities in need
-Disney World now only accepting reservations beginning in July
-ICYMI: Video: Mother's day sunset at the Old Stone Church in West Boylston (:43)
-Homes (brought to you by Ross Mortgage): 5 latest Worcester homes to hit the market
-On the lighter side: Video shows bear breaks into cabin, takes candy, chips, beer
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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