Highlights in The 016 Thursday, January 20th

• Posted by 016 Administrator January 20, 2022 - Filed in News - 1,612 views

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  Here's what's happening in and around Worcester today:

  Coronavirus (COVID-19)

  +6:00: Expert explains what kind of mask should you wear and for how long

  -Free testing 10-3 today in Downtown Worcester. Full testing and vaccination schedule

  -Free test kits now available to order online

  -State will make rapid tests available to child care programs

  -UMass Research Center leading the way on "#postvaxlife" collaborative

  -Grafton schools cease contact tracing, opt-in to state testing program

  -ICYMI: Worcester test site shut by state pledges to reopen

  -Research roundup: Here’s what we have learned about COVID recently

  -"We are reaching something like a peak": Forecaster sees brighter future

  -Impacts of Omicron could linger "if you declare victory too quickly"

  -COVID funeral reimbursement funds are still available 

  -Classifieds (Help Wanted)

  +Marketing Consultant in Worcester

  +Manager, BrickBox Theater

  -Aquatic Fitness Instructor-Part Time in Worcester

  -Toddler & Preschool Teacher in Worcester

  -Group Leader for After School Program in Worcester

  -Swim Instructors/Part Time in Worcester

  -Collision/Auto Body Technicians at Wagner Certified Collision Center

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  In The News

  -Latest weather: Snow possible during this morning's commute, bitter cold arrives Friday

  +6:00: 2 men arrested for 3 overnight break-ins in Worcester

  +6:00: Traffic stop in Worcester, foot pursuit leads to gun, drug charges

  +Noon: 2 Chefs Italian restaurant in Worcester brings friends' dream to life

  +Noon: Worcester food pantries managing to keep cupboards full, despite challenges

  +Noon: Three Things to Do: Funny Ladies, ArtsWorcester and Bridal Expo

  +Noon: 5 Things You Need to Know Today in Worcester - January 20th

  +Noon: Worcester ranked top 20 metro area for STEM professionals

  +Noon: Fitchburg man sentenced to over 6 years for drug trafficking

  +Noon: U.S. jobless claims rise to 286,000, highest since October

  -How a scammer made off with $459,000 from a Worcester pot shop owner

  -2 men caught selling fentanyl out of Worcester smoke shop

  -Passerby stole money from car after man shot on Perry Ave. in Worcester, police say

  -"Put yourself into this nightmare": Family of teen fatally shot in Worcester pleads with public to come forward with tips

  -Earlier: Fundraiser started for family of teen shooting victim

  -Nursing home company sells 4 Central Mass. properties for $40 million

  -Food: Act Now: Get a case of Table Talk pies for just $5 

  -Health Foundation of Central Mass. 2022 Activation Fund grant opportunity is open

  -The Mayor’s Live Music List for Thursday

  -NEW Wachusett Wine & Spirits' Whiskey Wednesday podcast (54:01): Bourbon Alternatives

  -Dry January? Check out Wachusett Wine & Spirits' alcohol-free section

  -WCCA-TV's Rosen's Round Table No. 462 (27:54): St. V's strike resolved

  -City Manager aims to crack down on bulk waste problem in Worcester

  -Landlords say no, but Worcester City Council considers local eviction moratorium

  -First Person: "Worcester’s greatest asset is its diversity, its people"

  -Listen Up: Louie Gonz, William Hurt dive deep into the fog with "The Gathering"

  -Last Call with Scott Alderman, tour producer, metalhead and author

  -4th Wall Stage Company wants to get back on stage after two years of COVID

  -Reminder: Trash and recycling pickup will be delayed a day this week in Worcester

  -Tribute to a man who served on the Board of Directors for the Boys and Girls Club of Worcester for 35 years

  -ICYMI: Worcester cafe to expand to Newbury Street in Boston this spring

  -Worcester Restaurant Week returns February 28th

  -See the rest of the day's Worcester news

  -The Burbs (brought to you by North End Motor Sales): Shrewsbury official talks timeline for Edgemere Diner removal

  -Millbury company recycles old sporting equipment into furniture and household goods

  -Millbury School Committee begins discussions on fiscal 2023 budget

  -Kalinowski named Grafton’s principal assessor

  -Sterling OK's contract with Earthday recycling center

  -Paxton appoints town administrator search committee 

  -Sports: Celebrating 20th anniversary of the Snow Bowl

  -Enter to win a Patriots hoodie, courtesy of North End Motor Sales

  -Holy Cross guard Avery LaBarbera is soaring during her senior season

  -Bravehearts name Rodney Lartey-Otoo PA announcer

  -Hornets beat Celtics, 111-102

  -NHL announces new dates for 9 postponed Bruins games

  -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: Nearly 4 million kids could fall into poverty this month

  -18-year-olds can now drive semi trucks across state lines 

  -Tragic: Dead newborn found in snow outside Chicago fire station

  -New England: Maura Healey announces she’s running for governor 

  -Business: Worcester CitySquare project eyes vacant lots for new apartments

  -Table Talk site at Kelley Square sold for $4.55 million

  -Saint Vincent Hospital reopening 2 outpatient services

  -Health: An aging retina could reveal if you’re at risk of an early death, study claims

  -Shopping: Doing laundry is about to get more expensive

  -Homes: The new most expensive home in Massachusetts 

  -TV/Streaming: New on Netflix in February

  -Celebrity: Gayle King to be subject of bidding war when CBS contract ends in May

  -Animals: This cat does the cutest thing when he wants to be picked up (3:11) 

  -Good news (brought to you by Bertera Nissan): Bystander reunites with 6-year-old girl she helped rescue from icy pond 

  -Meanwhile, in California, woman who ate 32 sushi rolls in one sitting rushed to the ER 

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