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Here's what's happening in and around Worcester today
Coronavirus (COVID-19)
+8:30: 15 new cases in Worcester, 4,000 total; Shrewsbury, 270 (1 new case); Millbury, 214 (+6); Leicester, 132 (+4); Grafton, 80 (0); Holden, 75 (0). Press conference video (24:00)
+8:30: Worcesteria: Whining in West Boylston
+8:30: Radio Worcester Chamber Radio Blast with Alex Guardiola (6:41): Continued Reopening and Memorial Day Weekend
+8:30: Surge ‘is behind us’ in Mass., Gov. Baker says
+8:30: State totals: 3,924 long-term care deaths, 6,473 total, 560 in ICU 422 new cases
+8:30: Lt. Gov. Polito addresses report about family gathering (1:22)
+8:30: Harvard doctor 'cautiously hopeful' there will not be significant second wave
+8:30: New study says vitamin D can’t prevent or treat coronavirus
+8:30: RMV extends deadlines for expiring licenses, registrations, inspections
+8:30: Baker announces $56M to help feed families dealing with food insecurity
+8:30: Death toll at Holyoke Soldiers’ Home increases to 92
-23 new cases in Worcester, 3,985 total; Shrewsbury, 269; Millbury, 208 as of Friday; Leicester, 129; Grafton, 80; Holden, 75. Press conferences now Tuesday, Thursday
-Arts, culture communities weigh post-COVID world options
-Worcester, Net of Compassion's COVID-19 response transforming lives
-State totals: 3,924 long-term care deaths, 6,416 total, 576 in ICU, 596 new cases
-Massachusetts’ coronavirus rate much higher than reported, British researchers say
-Program would let EBT cardholders in Mass. purchase groceries online
-Americans are gobbling anti-anxiety meds due to coronavirus
-At the office: What your employer is required to do to keep you safe as you return to work
-Suddenly it's summer of the RV (4:34)
-Help To Retire offering remote consultations to those nearing retirement (1:00)
-Good news (brought to you by Bertera Nissan): World War II vet in Pa. reaches goal of walking 99 laps for COVID-19 victims
In Other News
+8:30: Video of Monday's 4-alarm fire in Brookfield (1:01)
+8:30: Motley Crew is ready for customers on Shrewsbury St.
+8:30: Time-lapse video of Lake Quinsigamond (1:26)
+8:30: This Week’s Roadwork in Worcester – Week of May 25
+8:30: Free meals for kids & teens at North High 9 a.m.-1 p.m. Monday-Friday
+8:30: State police bag more speeders in Central Mass.
+8:30: Director: Mass. Lottery at risk of becoming obsolete
+8:30: Most Medicare enrollees could get insulin for $35 a month
+8:30: NHL announces Return to Play plan; How it affects the Bruins
-Four-alarm Brookfield fire destroys home, kills dog (:53)
-Drone video above Polar Park construction (:46)
-Worcester's Memorial Day Tribute (49:43)
-Watch: Worcester veteran plays 'Taps' for national remembrance
-West Brookfield comes together to honor 99-year-old veteran (2:24)
-Town of Shrewsbury Virtual Memorial Day 2020 (39:50)
-USS Constitution's 21-gun Memorial Day salute (2:29)
-Worcester to acquire land to protect Quinapoxet Reservoir
-Who's open for take out or delivery? (updated)
-Worcester Business Journal Power 50, the most influential people in Central Mass. business
-WBJ Podcast (28:41): Jack Roche, Hanover Insurance Group
-Reminder: Trash and recycling in Worcester delayed one day because of Memorial Day
-ICYMI: Tragic end to search for missing person in Holden woods
-ICYMI: Drag racing on Worcester road shared on YouTube (2:02)
-Homes (brought to you by Ross Mortgage): Latest properties for sale in Worcester
-Want to buy a used car? Rental car companies are offering up some good deals
-New England: Man throws burning American flag onto Boston Police vehicle
-Food: Healthy Choice Power Bowls recalled for possible rock contamination
-Crime: Video shows Florida woman accused of killing autistic son pushing him into canal
-Tragic: Kentucky couple killed in wreck after watching son graduate from high school
-Meanwhile, in Poland: Wild video shows drunk zoo visitor wrestling bear in exhibit
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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