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Here's what's happening in and around Worcester today
Coronavirus (COVID-19)
+7:00: Gov. Baker says Massachusetts plans to eliminate remote learning (1:39)
+7:00: Mass. aims to take remote, hybrid learning 'off the table,' bring students back (3:02)
+7:00: Mass. Teachers Union slams plan to remove remote learning as ‘waving a magic wand’
+7:00: U.S. supply of vaccine to substantially increase next month, manufacturers tell congress
+12:30: UMass Memorial avoids internet, long lines with mobile program that vaccinates seniors
+12:30: Eat or drink before appointment? What to know before getting vaccine (4:41)
+12:30: Clinics are springing up around the country for what some call a potential second pandemic: Long COVID
-Central Mass. medical group to address racial disparities with vaccine distribution
-Radio Worcester (10:06): Dr. Michael Hirsh gives a vaccination update
-Patient count drops to 9 at DCU Center in Worcester
-Holy Cross men’s ice hockey to pause all team activities after positive test
-Clark's spring semester begins remote, students to return in March
-Free testing this week in Worcester
-Mass. residents complain about booking on Walgreens vaccination website
-Westborough Public Schools are going fully remote for one week
-ICYMI: Worcester City Councilor Rivera calls for vaccine sites in neighborhoods impacted by COVID
-Ch. 5 visits Fuller RV to discuss how RV sales are soaring as people hit the road during pandemic (1:42)
-Mass. officials announce 1,150 new cases, 26 deaths, 7-day positivity rate holds at 1.9 percent
-MassHealth to cover members’ rides to vaccine appointments
-Dr. Fauci: ‘Possible’ Americans will be wearing masks in 2022
-U.K. ramps up vaccine goal for all adults with July target
-Pandemic burnout: The top 5 ways to fight back
-At the office: Companies are deciding whether to make vaccines mandatory
-Is a post-pandemic spending spree on the horizon? Experts are torn
In The News
+7:00: Worcester’s shop featured in Vogue’s directory of nation’s most beloved boutiques
+7:00: Radio Worcester (16:44): City Manager Ed Augustus on fighting racism and rethinking policy
+7:00: Cause of Lancaster house fire identified as woodstove pipe failure
+12:30: 5 Things You Need to Know Today in Worcester – Feb. 23
+12:30: Artist carves 6-foot heart-shaped ice sculpture for Worcester’s Hilton Garden Inn
+12:30: Mechanics Hall Concert Plus series continues Feb. 24 and 28
-New approach to commuter rail will have hourly trains between Worcester and Boston
-Channel 5 finds Diocese of Worcester among those allowed to add surcharge for credit card transactions
-3 men arrested for armed break-in at apartment in Worcester
-21-year-old Worcester man arrested for heroin trafficking
-City Councilor asks for study on moving Worcester police station to former Mount Carmel site
-What's happening with Union Station storefronts? Councilor wants to know
-Worcester-area bank sold for $7.6 billion
-Someone made a 'Dream Machine' twitter handle and it's rad
-Worcesteria: Police union hints at action beyond alleged 'Blue Flu'
-City crime watch meeting yields opposition for ShotSpotter Connect program
-Worcester School Committee members split on call to remove police from schools
-WCCA-TV's 'Daily Breaking' (30:44): Michael King, Director of Community Alliances, Massachusetts Family Institute
-Black History Month reflections from Worcester city councilor, human services leader
-Boys and Girls Club of Worcester is hosting a virtual career fair
-WPI robotics team makes it to final round of NASA competition
-ICYMI: New restaurant the most popular pizza place in Worcester
-'Rock bottom' in store clearance sale of great whiskeys at Wachusett Wine & Spirits' West Boylston store
-Bars & Bands (brought to you by Wachusett Wine & Spirits): The Mayor's Live & Streaming Music List
-The Burbs (brought to you by North End Motor Sales): Portion of Route 140 in Boylston to be closed today
-35 years after massive tire fire, site of Joe's Junkyard a vacant, unwanted parcel in Spencer
-Webster swan dies after being struck by vehicle, residents hopeful its mate finds new partner
-Cinemagic movie theaters, including Sturbridge location, permanently closed
-Jada Brenon named Crusader of the Week
-High School Fall Two sports season begins in Worcester
-Nominations for WBJ's Manufacturing Excellence Awards extended to March 12
-Market Basket warns customers of Facebook impostor scam
-Tragic: Father-to-be killed while building explosive for gender reveal party in N.Y.
-Food: A guide to the best food and beer pairings from Wachusett Wine & Spirits
-Homes: 5 latest homes to hit the market in Worcester
-TV/Streaming: Discovery+ has more than 11 million subscribers after just one month
-Good news (brought to you by Bertera Nissan): Doorbell camera catches mailman in Kentucky making snow angel
-Cars: February is the month of huge Savings at Bertera Nissan (5:00)
-'They'rrrrre Great!' Meanwhile, in customs officers in Cincinnati seize 44 pounds of cocaine-coated cereal
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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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