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Coronavirus (COVID-19)
+6:00: TOMORROW! An extra day of testing in Worcester before Christmas
+6:00: Radio Worcester's Worcester Wednesday with Mayor Petty (14:56): COVID, Christmas, coming together and school safety
+6:00: Airline passengers more likely to get COVID because of Omicron
+6:00: NHL announces players won’t be allowed to go to Olympics
-Gov. Baker restricts all non-urgent surgeries at Massachusetts hospitals
-Baker to activate 500 members of National Guard to aid hospitals, ambulance providers
-U.S. Army creates single vaccine effective against all COVID & SARS variants, researchers say
-Booster shots and Omicron: Is Moderna or Pfizer performing better? Here's the data so far
-Free pediatric Pfizer vaccine clinic Wednesday in Auburn
-Algonquin bans spectators at basketball games following case uptick
-ICYMI: Worcester testing: Hours for Christmas, New Year's
-Study reveals top 5 symptoms of Omicron variant
-Massachusetts reports 5,531 new cases, 58 additional deaths
-Walmart limits ordering of at-home tests
-Dr. Fauci: Health officials considering shortening isolation period
-The surge has people suddenly changing holiday plans
-Etiquette expert offers tips for tricky holiday change of plan conversations
In The News
-Latest weather: Drive carefully, icy roads likely this morning
-UPDATED: Body of missing man with dementia found in Lake Quinsigamond (:21). Article
+6:00: Atlantis Raw Bar could open by New Year's Eve in Worcester
+Noon: 11 people hospitalized, including 8 UMass Memorial employees, after crash involving parking-garage shuttle. Video (:51)
+Noon: Photos of the scene. Video from the scene (:11)
+Noon: Worcester parents concerned over alleged gun incident at Doherty High
+Noon: Pair arraigned for manslaughter in Superior Court after fatal crash
+Noon: 5 Things You Need to Know Today in Worcester - December 22nd
+Noon: Worcester’s Women to Watch in 2022
-Parents of actress found dead in their Worcester home
-Pedestrian struck, seriously injured on Mill Street in Worcester
-Driver charged after crash involving ambulance in Worcester
-First look at plans for 80 apartments at former Boys Club at Lincoln Square
-Judge who ruled City of Worcester broke the law again considers forcing city to pay damages
-St. Vincent Hospital nurses hope their union victory sets a workplace standard for essential workers
-Nurses set January 3rd vote to end Saint Vincent strike
-Five Things to Do: PnB Rock, Roomful of Blues and ways to celebrate New Year's Eve
-Four Year Strong returns to Palladium for holiday show
-The Mayor’s Live Music List for Wednesday
-NEW: Wachusett Wine & Spirits' podcast (1:09:14): Top 5 Whiskies of 2021. Earlier: Nos. 6-10, Nos. 11-20.
-Worcester remembers those lost to homelessness
-City Council expected to send School Committee election petition to legislature
-Radio Worcester (17:24): Worcester City Manager Ed Augustus talks school safety, nurses strike, COVID and testing
-Janice Harvey: These are tough times to be a teacher
-Second Spectrum store opens in Worcester
-Worcester’s population surpasses 200,000
-Tribute to former community organizer for Catholic Charities
-Reminder: Worcester trash and recycling to be on normal schedule the next 2 weeks
-ICYMI: Worcester mill could be renovated into 18-unit apartment complex
-See the rest of the day's Worcester news
-The Burbs (brought to you by North End Motor Sales): Worcester Academy freshman designs new Shrewsbury DPW logo
-No more monthly retainer in new town counsel contract for Millbury
-How General George Patton’s family entered the cannabis industry in Southbridge
-5 Grafton students earn BVT commendation
-Sports: Bills eager for rematch with Pats with AFC East on the line
-Enter to win a Patriots hoodie, courtesy of North End Motor Sales
-Holy Cross coach Bob Chesney named Coach of the Year by the Gridiron Club of Greater Boston
-Multi-sport athletes have Wachusett boys' basketball team off to strong start
-Despite a rocky start, Worcester hockey is on the rise
-Cars: Happy Holidays from Bertera Nissan (2:04)
-Take a look at new 2022 Four Winds RV now in at Fuller RV in Boylston
-Business: WBJ's editorial staff predicts these 10 news events will happen
-WBJ readers forecast 2022: Better, not great
-Colleges: WPI holding open house for new academic building
-National: Nearly $100 billion stolen in pandemic relief funds, Secret Service says
-Police recover stolen 58-foot bridge in Ohio, suspect charged
-New England: Massachusetts tax revenue growth rolling along, analysts say
-Daycare teacher accused of kicking ball at babies
-History: Worcester Historical Museum opens box from 1915
-Shopping/Deals: Best products from the Sephora year end sale to shop now
-Food: Chocolate shortage possible during holiday season
-Homes: Home prices soar 13% in Worcester in November while sales regulate
-Health: UMass Medical School studies vitamin D's effect on type 1 diabetes
-TV/Streaming: New on HBO and HBO Max in January
-New on DVD: Daniel Craig says goodbye to James Bond in "No Time to Die"
-Celebrity: Madame Tussauds mocked for "world’s worst" celeb waxwork
-Animals: Worcester area pets newly up for adoption: Meet Rosie, nena & more
-Good news (brought to you by Bertera Nissan): Teen hopped through drive-thru to save customer choking on a chicken nugget
-Meanwhile, in Boston, Buddy the Elf back to challenge people to pillow fights (2:11)
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In The News
>WEATHER: Last day of oppressive heat, high feels like 95 to 100 today in Worcester
-Cooling centers open today in Worcester; water available
>TOP OF THE NEWS
+6:00: Mass. names Worcester 1 of 78 Housing Choice Communities
+6:00: Here's when Disney on Ice will skate into Worcester
+6:00: Bill Ballou on baseball
+Noon: Camels as pets? Meet Phil and RJ of Grafton
+Noon: Old Sturbridge Village to host Redcoats and Rebels for 250th anniversary
+Noon: Texas country band Flatland Cavalry heading to Indian Ranch in Webster
+Noon: Listen Up: Chill out for summer with Caylin Costello, D-Tension songs
+Noon: Last Call: Catherine Zebrowski, writer and musician
-13-year-old girl reported missing in Worcester
-U.S. News: UMass Memorial Medical Center is a top Mass. hospital, best in Worcester
-Can you help Worcester police ID these road-rage suspects?
-2 Shrewsbury men arrested in Boston prostitution sting
-Community rallies to help Leicester girl, hospitalized for year with cancer, celebrate birthday
-Algae treatment planned for Coes Reservoir, Indian Lake on Thursday
-Worcester school jobs saved as administration releases education funding
-Worcester elderly apartments sold for $17 million
-More body camera footage released of Eureka Street I.C.E. incident. Here's what it shows
-What's the best way to enjoy summer in Worcester County? Vote in round 3
-5 places to get out on the water in Central Mass. this summer
-Worcester African Festival returns for third year
-Interested in becoming a Worcester Police Officer? (:47)
-Radio Worcester (22:34): Commissioner Rob Antonelli on Worcester’s parks progress, priorities and planning
-Radio Worcester Roundtable (47:21): When immigration enforcement meets local politics
>DINING OUT (brought to you by Patsie Dugan's): Nan Xiang Express set to come to Shrewsbury
-ICYMI: Good Samaritan helps out driver in Worcester crash
-Downtown Worcester apartments at center of CitySquare redevelopment sold for $122 million
-2 Central Mass. women die in Old Orchard Beach, Maine camper explosion (2:15). Article
-"My baby!": Newly released body cam video shows new insight into Worcester I.C.E. arrest
-Worcester police arrest 3 juveniles after gun found in car
-Millbury police arrest 3 Worcester men in separate thefts
-See the rest of the day's Worcester news
>HOLDEN (brought to you by Lamoureux Ford): Eagle Lake still closed for swimming
-Long term employees make Lamoureux Ford special (3:50)
-This week's road closure and traffic delays
>THE BURBS (brought to you by North End Motor Sales): bankHometown consolidating Webster branches
-Clinton man accused of using pudding barcode taped around finger to steal $40 of groceries
-Item photos: Young "royals" get ready for Fancy Nancy Tea Party
-Drive-throughs targeted in West Boylston as new Dunkin's gets variance
-Lancaster administrator sets directions for now
-Shrewsbury High’s Chemistry Club brings science to elementary schools
-Spencer Selectmen talk evaluation, criteria for E.M.S. request for proposals
-Former Templeton administrator warns select board of 9C cuts, hiring woes, and out-of-class pay risks
>BARS & BANDS: The Mayor's Live Music List for Wednesday
-Jazzed Up Trio 6 to 8 Wednesday at 961 at Union Station
>SHOWTIME: Worcester writers bring the drama in summer showcase
-Destiny's Child reunites onstage for first time in 7 years at Beyoncé's "Cowboy Carter" finale
-Hanover Theatre takes over full management of the J.M.A.C.
-W.S.C. Stay Connected (1:01:31): A Tribute to the Beatles by the Hip Swayers, Stomp N' Holler, Hit the Bus
>OPINION: Worcesteria: How low can it go? Dry spell dries up Elm Park's ponds
-Margaret Smith: For a Catholic fan, Ozzy's life and lyrics strike a holy note
-What's Up Worcester's Minute with Meagan (15:24): Jenny Gaul, Executive Director, Joy of Music Program (JOMP)
>OBITUARIES: Tribute to a Worcester native who ran a home daycare for over 20 years
>SPORTS: Christian Gonzalez injury to sideline Patriots cornerback for "a bit"
-How Kayshon Boutte has impressed so far at Patriots training camp
-Red Sox beat Twins, 8-5
-Bravehearts beat New Britain, 3-2 . Next home game: 6:30 Wednesday. Buy tickets here
-Holy Cross Athletics (1:57): Get to know Coach Bryan Robbat
-WooSox beat IronPigs, 7-5
-King of the Court basketball tournament debuts at Worcester parks
>NATIONAL: 8.8-magnitude earthquake sends tsunami into coasts of Russia, Japan and Alaska
-Ghislaine Maxwell will plead the Fifth in House testimony — unless demands are met: defense lawyer
-ChatGPT passes the "I'm not a robot" test — a "terrifying" step toward developing a mind of its own
>TRAGIC: Toddler dies after "slipping" from dad’s arms on water slide
>NEW ENGLAND: Powerful moment for Mass. family who was forced to live in park (2:16). Article
-Intruder bathed, slept, ate & stole while Boston family was away on vacation (3:45)
>COLLEGES: Q.C.C. president pushes for faculty pay hikes
-WPI researcher tackles water treatment woes with battery tech
>TRAVEL (brought to you by Fuller RV & Rental): Inside the "arms race" to win the new luxury cruise ship market
>BUSINESS: Highlights from A.A.R.P.'s 99 ways to save money (1:46)
-LPL Financial Research: Economy in uncharted waters
-Report: Small size of Mass. sports betting industry limiting opportunities for minorities, women and veterans
>SHOPPING: When do Spirit Halloween stores open this year? Here's our guess
>HEALTH: Police, doctors warn of e-bike dangers as use skyrockets in Mass.
-Researchers say some artificial sweeteners could impact brain (:53)
-COVID barely detectable in wastewater, but is it time to celebrate? (2:15). Article
>FOOD: Greek Chicken Salad Bowls
>TV/STREAMING: Robin Roberts reveals why she’s been absent from "GMA"
>MOVIES: 40 best needle drops in movies of all time
>CELEBRITY: Tom Cruise, Ana de Armas attend Oasis show — after band roasted actor
-Justin Baldoni breaks social media silence to celebrate milestone with wife amid Blake Lively legal battle
>ANIMALS: 14-year-old dog dumped at shelter gets a ton of new siblings (1:40)
>HISTORY: Then & Now: Grafton Street, Worcester
>GOOD NEWS: Woman found alive 9 months after vanishing near Death Valley
-Meanwhile, in New Hampshire, polite black bear stuns homeowners after ringing doorbell before exploring hot tub
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