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Here's what's happening in and around Worcester today:
Coronavirus (COVID-19)
+2:00: Worcester Senior Center offering vaccinations/boosters until 8 p.m.
+2:00: Hanover Theatre show postponed because of COVID
+2:00: Ray Mariano: Why we don’t need to live in fear of the coronavirus in Worcester
-Worcester Walmart closed for COVID cleaning
-Worcester City Hall City appointment-only through the end of January
-Holy Cross temporarily suspends spectator attendance at all athletic events
-Worcester Public Library programming goes virtual
-Worcester commuter rail line to run on adjusted winter schedule because of COVID
-Updated case numbers for every city, town in Worcester County for past 3 weeks
-Sutton Schools report more than 200 students absent
-ICYMI: New cases reach an all-time high in Worcester
-110 Worcester firefighters are out, which creates a "very critical" situation
-Mass. officials report more than 24,000 new cases, 22% positivity rate as hospitalizations top 2,500
-Mass. officials report more than 51,000 new cases among students, staff over 2-week period
-What is "flurona" and how serious is it?
-What to do, and not to do, if your home test comes back positive
-Tragic: New Hampshire couple married 44 years dies within moments of each other from COVID, holding hands
In The News
-Latest weather: Worcester on the line between 4-6 inches of snow and 6-12 inches
+6:00: Parking Ban lifted in Worcester
+6:00: Trash collection in Worcester disrupted, to continue tomorrow
+6:00: Radio Worcester (12:51): Mike O'Brien on redeveloping of the former Boys Club building at Lincoln Square
+6:00: St. Vincent Hospital paid Worcester $4.1 million for police detail during nurses' strike
+6:00: UMass Memorial Health, National Guard, police honor 73-year-old former Air Force fighter pilot
+6:00: Twice as Nice Thrift Store hosts grand opening Saturday in Auburn
+2:00: 23-year-old Spencer man pulled from burning car after driving off overpass in Marlborough, officials said
+2:00: TGIF! Check Dining Out and Bars & Bands before making plans
+2:00: 5 Great Ways to Spend Your Weekend in Worcester
+2:00: Worcester police seek to identify suspect in theft case
+2:00: 5 Things You Need to Know Today in Worcester - January 7th
+2:00: Sidney Poitier, Oscar-winning actor and Hollywood’s first Black movie star, dies at 94
+2:00: New movies and shows to watch this weekend
+2:00: Artist Spotlight: Elizabeth Harrell
-Worcester Public Schools canceled on Friday
-Parking ban in effect in Worcester
-Report: Group looking to buy WooSox, offered more than $50 million
-Worcester street renamed to honor Officer Familia
-Worcester 13-year-old reported missing found safe, police say
-Worcester police arrest man after break-in at Abby Kelley Foster School
-2 suspects tried to run down Auburn officer in Home Depot parking lot, police say
-Charlton police K9 locates man who left crash scene
-Webster man faces charges for stolen car, auto break-ins
-Shrewsbury Street restaurant closed for 2 days because of lack of staff
-Five Things to Do: Method Man and Redman, the Albert Lee Band and more ....
-The Mayor’s Live Music List for Friday
-NEW! Wachusett Wine & Spirits' Whiskey Wednesday (1:08:04): Amanda Beckwith from Virginia Distillery
-Worcesteria: A fresh look at a favorite mural, and other discoveries downtown
-Group in Worcester holds vigil on anniversary of the Capitol riot
-New Republic: Nurses just won an epic 10-month strike
-Tribute to a devout woman who was a member of 2 churches and member of multiple choirs
-ICYMI: Downtown Worcester eatery announces move to Main Street
-UMass Memorial payroll affected by recent cyber attack
-See the rest of the day's Worcester news
-The Burbs (brought to you by North End Motor Sales): Wachusett schools closed today
-Snowstorm cancels Grafton schools, Friday trash pickup
-Apartments at old Edgemere Drive-In in Shrewsbury to open in March
-New food truck brings fare from The Clam Box in Brookfield to area events
-Holden, Worcester communities unite in support of educator with colon cancer
-Oxford company transitions to 100% employee owned
-Westborough display technology used in virtual reality glasses
-Sports: Bravehearts unveil fan-focused, fully interactive Twenty-Twenty-You
-Patriots, playing for seeding, head out for Dolphins’ finale
-Enter to win a Patriots hoodie, courtesy of North End Motor Sales
-Celtics give up 24-point lead, lose to Knicks at buzzer
-Wild snap 5-game skid, beat Bruins, 3-2
-Cars: This is the best month to buy at car at Bertera Nissan (5:21)
-Take a look at new 2022 Four Winds RV now in at Fuller RV in Boylston
-National: Radio Worcester (14:25): Congressman Jim McGovern reflects on the 1 year anniversary of January 6th
-New England: High school hockey player dies during game, police say
-12-year-old boy hospitalized after crashing into tree at Nashoba Valley Ski Area
-Tragic: 1-month-old orphaned after parents take their own lives days apart
-Business: U.S. jobless claims climb to 207,000
-Quit your job? Here’s what to do with your 401(k)
-Health: Vitamin D shows promise for children newly diagnosed with type 1 diabetes
-Homes: Lancaster mansion sold for $2 million
-History: Outside Union Station in 1912
-Food: Dunkin’ ringing in new year with array of new menu offerings
-TV/Streaming: Is Grafton going to be the place for Dexter's last stand?
-Movies: "The Tender Bar," Ben Affleck movie directed by George Clooney and partly shot in Worcester, now on Amazon Prime
-Celebrity: Peter Bogdanovich, legendary director of "The last picture show," dies at 82
-Animals: Dog who lived in shelter since 2015 goes home for 1st time (3:09)
-Good news (brought to you by Bertera Nissan): WWII letter delivered to soldier’s wife 76 years later
-Meanwhile, in Australia, angry crab with "chainsaw" pincers snaps golfer's club in half
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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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