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Here's what's happening in and around Worcester today
Coronavirus (COVID-19)
+7:00: Worcester sees biggest one-day rise in cases since May
+7:00: Anna Maria's conference cancels entire winter sports season
+7:00: Mass. reports 1,761 new cases, 23 additional deaths (:15)
+7:00: New Massachusetts restrictions start Friday
+7:00: Will Thanksgiving be a superspreading event? Look to Canada for answers
-Within 24 hours, 3 Worcester restaurants close temporarily
-Worcester medical director Dr. Michael Hirsh says new restrictions are justified; hospital beds filling
-ICYMI: Dr. Hirsh says to 'downsize expectations' for family gatherings over the holidays
-'[W]ear these things religiously for 30 days, we could kill the virus,'' Gov. Charlie Baker says
-Massachusetts reports 1,629 new cases, 27 additional deaths
-The U.S. reported its second highest number of new cases on Election Day
-Commute & Travel (brought to you by Fuller RV): Family buys RV, travels country amid pandemic
-Lung damage found in dead may shed light on 'long COVID': study
-‘Divorce filings have skyrocketed’: Lawyer on impact on marriages
Election 2020 (Latest Election News)
+7:00: Holy Cross Post-Election Day Political Science Faculty Roundtable (59:30)
-The hardest working man in Worcester on Election Day
-Early voters fuel highest election turnout in Worcester in 44 years
-'Defend Democracy' rally held in downtown Worcester to protect vote count
-Worcester presidential election: How the parties fared compared to 2016
-Red tide recedes a bit in Worcester County
-Joe Biden won these two Central Mass. towns by just one vote
-Why is it taking so long to count votes in the remaining states?
-Holy Cross political science professor says 'shy voters' contributing to distorted polls
-How to talk politics with angry loved ones who disagree with you
In The News
-Latest weather: Amazing stretch of November weather ahead
+7:00: Pedestrian crash on Main St. in Spencer
+7:00: 5 Things You Need to Know Today in Worcester – Nov. 5
+7:00: Bars & Bands (brought to you by Wachusett Wine & Spirits): The Mayor’s Live Music & Live Streaming List by Jay Berman
+7:00: You can now stream Fat Foot Films' 'Stray' on multiple devices
+7:00: Auburn mobile home park sells for $2.5 million
+7:00: 751,000 seek U.S. jobless benefits as virus hobbles economy
-Worcester schools see enrollment decline; District could lose $10 million in state aid
-Worcester director shoots Christmas movie on Cape Cod
-Plantation St. bridge in Worcester will be one-way for 12 weeks
-Weekslong investigation yields drugs, firearms, arrest of 10 from Worcester area
-Man deported from U.S. 4 times is arrested in Worcester
-Mass. State Police catch suspects in stolen car in Worcester, gun & drugs found
-Worcester nursing home sold for $3 million
-'I Am Worcester' photoshoot captures diversity of city
-Webster House cookbook for sale to benefit Worcester food bank
-ICYMI: Do you know this man? Worcester police seek to ID suspect in carjacking, armed robbery
-The Burbs (brought to you by North End Motor Sales): Serious crash leaves one trapped in South Grafton
-Security camera catches bad wreck in Leicester in Sept. (1:40)
-Charlton voters say no to $25 million public safety building
-Cars: The whole team at Bertera Nissan looks forward to serving you
-TV/Streaming: Hamilton and Borat 2 top list of most-watched films released on streaming this year
-CMS touts lower premiums and benefits of Medicare Advantage plans this year
-Shopping: Walmart’s best early Black Friday deals to shop right now
-Good news (brought to you by Bertera Nissan): Missouri man saved after collapsing at voting poll
-Meanwhile, in India, 'Kung Fu' camel kicks road hog biker to the curb in viral video
-Latest obituaries | | Yesterday's highlights | | Today's horoscope
In The News
>WEATHER: Mark Rosenthal's 7-day forecast (:44). High of 64 today in Worcester
>TOP OF THE NEWS
+6:00: Counterfeit ticket scam leads to parents missing Worcester high school graduation
+6:00: Facing eviction, Worcester's Boston Market owner plans a rebranding instead
+6:00: Providence & Worcester train derails in Rhode Island neighborhood
+6:00: Worcester police arrest suspect in connection with shooting near University Park
+6:00: Renters find relief at Worcester legal clinic to clear their eviction records
+6:00: W.R.T.A. adds new accessible vans to paratransit fleet
+6:00: Shakira, Jason Aldeen concerts at Fenway Park abruptly canceled (:31)
+6:00: Former Holy Cross star Stacey Hochkins named USA Hockey Adult Player of the Year
+Noon: Bullet found in parking lot of Auburn Middle School; school had been dismissed
+Noon: Things to Do: James Oliver Band, M'bolo, Jay Sully and more ...
+Noon: Traditional food and music on tap at Middle Eastern Festival
+Noon: "American Idol" winner David Cook to headline annual Pet Rock Fest
+Noon: Summer@Music Worcester returns with 3 different concerts
+Noon: Worcester students eye "Origin" as part of ArtsWorcester Future Arts Workers
+Noon: Joann Fabrics officially closed in Shrewsbury
-Police investigating death of college student in Worcester
-Work begins on $120 million downtown Worcester housing development
-Worcester police investigate gunfire at University Park; person treated for wounds
-Vandal leaves offensive messages on sign outside Worcester middle school
-Heralded Worcester school faces possible closure as state Senate cuts its funding
-Worcester clothing brand Cosmic Unicornz to find permanent home
-Fitness in the Parks Summer Series kickoff Friday
-Administration seeking to close 2 Central Mass. Job Corps centers as part of elimination of program nationwide
-Aislinn Doyle: Worcester Public Schools in Brief for May
-Doherty Memorial High School graduation (1:37:57)
-Worcester Public Schools' Ask the Superintendent (22:10): Vision of a learner with Belmont Street School
-Radio Worcester Roundtable (48:22): Fallout from the State of the City protest
>DINING OUT (brought to you by Patsie Dugan's): Phantom Gourmet's Great 8 Lobster Rolls (5:17)
-ICYMI: Workers threaten to strike at UMass Memorial Health
-Firm to study solutions to I-290 divide in Worcester
-18-unit apartment complex planned on site of old 3-decker in Worcester
-Worcester wants to reclaim its manufacturing leadership, but tariffs may stand in the way
-See the rest of the day's Worcester news
>HOLDEN (brought to you by Lamoureux Ford): May & June Senior Center events
-Lamoureux Ford offers huge discounts! (2:53)
-Holden police welcome new officer
>THE BURBS (brought to you by North End Motor Sales): Vandals destroy Leominster Little League fields (2:23). Article
-In Shrewsbury Center, a new gathering place for the Jewish community
-High school productions up for TAMY awards
-Clinton student-athletes receive honors from coaches
-West Boylston police log May 19th to 25th
-The Item's public safety logs
>BARS & BANDS: The Mayor's Live Music List for Thursday
>SHOWTIME: Creative and creepy: Mike Mars talks about a life in film, music and horror
-On self-titled debit album, Sunday Junkie sets stage for musicians' next chapter
-The Big E announces Train as 2025 headliner. See schedule, ticket info
>OPINION: Nicole Bell: Cassie Ventura's story deserves to end in justice
-Jennifer Julien Gaskin: Open letter to Councilor Bergman
-WCCA-TV's Senior Speak No. 928 (27:59): Maureen Schwab
-Unity Radio's Talking Wellness (47:50)
>OBITUARIES: Tribute to former Worcester Fire Chief Geoffrey Gardell
>SPORTS: Stefon Diggs' boat party causes stir as he misses Patriots O.T.A.s
-Patriots O.T.A. takeaways: Drake Maye improves, but offense still a step behind
-Bravehearts win season opener, 9-7
-What to know before Bravehearts Opening Day
-Bravehearts Opening Night giveaway. Next home game: 6:30 Friday. Get tickets here
-Red Sox lose to Brewers, 6-5
-Holy Cross men’s soccer names 2025 team captains
-Jeopardy! highlights WooSox player's unique and clever nickname
-WooSox beat RailRiders, 5-4
>NATIONAL: D.O.G.E. can access sensitive Treasury payment systems, judge rules
-3 city-killing asteroids could strike Earth within weeks
>TRAGIC: Man dies in crash while giving daughter driving lesson: Reports
>NEW ENGLAND: Missing U.N.H. student found dead
-Karen Read trial analysis (21:23): Courtroom showdown after prosecution's crash finale
>COLLEGES: Voice artist and Holy Cross class of 1968 alum James Conlan
-Assumption president says colleges must "take a hard look" at themselves
>TRAVEL (brought to you by Fuller RV & Rental): Weekend getaway in Connecticut
>BUSINESS: Market Basket C.E.O. Arthur T. Demoulas placed on leave amid new allegations (2:23). Article
-LPL Financial Research: Can earnings catch up to this stock market rally?
-Take W.B.J.'s 2025 Midyear Economic Forecast survey
>SHOPPING: Walmart uses hidden barcodes to avoid "skip scanning"
>HEALTH: Weight loss in middle age offers long-term health benefits
-Skin cancer prevention: What you may not know about sunscreen, health (2:10)
>FOOD: How 1 ingredient transformed McDonald's Egg McMuffin
>TV/STREAMING: Until Friday, Peacock streaming deal for just $25 for a year
>MOVIES: Is "Mission: Impossible — The Final Reckoning" really the end? Tom Cruise may have revealed answer
>CELEBRITY: Brad Pitt speaks out on finalizing Angelina Jolie divorce after 8 years
>ANIMALS: Courageous puppy fights off pack of coyotes in 45-minute battle, heart-stopping video shows
>HISTORY: Worcester Heritage Society snapshots: 1870s Worcester
>GOOD NEWS: Winchester 8-year-old recognized for fundraising success
-Meanwhile, in Florida, trapper wrestles alligator on highway median
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