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Here's what's happening in and around Worcester today:
In The News
-Latest weather: Lingering showers and mostly cloudy today, high of 57 in Worcester
+7:00: City reaches agreement to buy Denholm building, demolition likely
+7:00: Worcester offering beautification grants for neighborhood spring cleanups, other projects
+7:00: Leominster to honor fallen Marine captain with procession Saturday (:39)
+7:00: A Market Basket mix tape, Papa Gino’s perfume and more Massachusetts April Fools’ Day jokes
+Noon: 5 Things You Need to Know Today in Worcester - April 1st
+Noon: Worcester Bravehearts Brainfarts kick it up a notch on April 1st
+Noon: 5 Great Ways to Spend Your Weekend in Worcester
+Noon: New movies and shows to watch this weekend
+Noon: Artist Spotlight: Piya Samant
+Noon: WARL's Adoption Option: Meet Billy
-Today is the 25th anniversary of the April Fool's Day Blizzard. Remember it?
-Worcester police arrest man for trying to steal lawn mower from Polar Park
-Worcester woman charged with motor vehicle homicide in 2020 crash
-Worcester police seek suspects in catalytic converter thefts
-2 19-year-old Worcester men arrested for illegal firearm
-Former Oxford High football star sentenced to 3½ to 4 years in state prison for child rape
-Worcester hosting public forum to reveal East Park Little League field design plans
-Boston Globe ranks every flavor of Worcester's Table Talk Pies
-Boston Globe: Here are 10 things in Worcester to make you smile
-Bars & Bands (brought to you by Wachusett Wine & Spirits): The Mayor’s Live Music List for Friday
-Worcester bar closing with "farewell" events
-5 things to do: WAM community day, ArtsWorcester exhibition and more
-The REST of Worcester! Our guide to the Weird, Wild and Wonderful of Worcester County
-First Person: Learning to love your "true self"
-Rosalie Tirella: Millbury Street – Worcester’s new homeless shelter
-Nicole, Worcester (Nicole Apostola): A tale of 3 city manager searches
-Bill Shaner: The Eric Batista anointing is off to a predictable start
-Tribute to area high school senior who tragically passed away
-ICYMI: Worcester police thank the public after missing girl found safe
-License Commission temporarily suspends strip club’s license after hearing details of Saturday’s fatal shooting
-Atlantis Oysters & Raw Bar opens in Worcester
-See the rest of the day's Worcester news
-The Burbs (brought to you by North End Motor Sales): Man arrested in Whitinsville on several drug charges
-The Hank Zone (46:45): Dr. William Hubbard of Fitchburg on rescuing his daughter and grandson from Ukraine
-Central Mass. man traveling to Ukraine border to assist orphan rescue missions
-Grafton Library goes green for this year’s Community Read
-Sports: Former Worcester Academy star named best player in college basketball
-Bruins beat Devils, 8-1
-Bravehearts Create-A-Jersey Contest submissions due by Friday
-Time running out to have photo of yourself, family, and/or pets to be featured on a 90-foot mural at Bravehearts game
-Holy Cross announces broadcast schedule for April and May
-Enter to win WooSox tickets, courtesy of North End Motor Sales
-Catch a free game at Polar Park at spring open house
-NEW: Cars: Come see David at Bertera Nissan. He will make you happy! (3:50)
-NEW: RVs at Clearance Prices at Fuller RV Rentals and Sales (1:07)
-National/International: Russians leave Chernobyl site as fighting rages elsewhere
-House passes $35-a-month insulin cap for insured
-Tragic: 12-year-old dies after being shot at South Carolina middle school
-New England: Mass. trial court officers let go after nearly 5 years of paid leave
-Man bit woman’s finger, slammed her head against car in Framingham road rage incident
-Business: Hundreds of rental car customers have reportedly been arrested. Here's why
-Worcester staffing firm acquires 2 divisions from Marlborough company
-Colleges: Nichols hosts watch party as alum takes off into space
-UMass gets $330,000 to expand free early college program
-Health: Brief workouts can reduce depression symptoms and boost effects of therapy
-Food: Skippy recalls over 161,000 pounds of peanut butter
-TV/Streaming: New on Netflix this month (10:22)
-Movies: Bruce Willis's collaborators detail star’s cognitive decline on set: “Not the Bruce I remembered”
-Celebrity: Oscars producer says police offered to arrest Will Smith
-New video shows Jada laughing after Smith slapped Chris Rock
-History: GBH: Worcester was once a center for manufacturing pre-built diners
-Homes: The 5 freshest Worcester homes to hit the market
-Animals: Guy plays guitar to his sick puppy until he gets better (3:06)
-Good news (brought to you by Bertera Nissan): Firefighters rescue kitten trapped inside owner's bathroom wall
-Meanwhile, this best man steals bride from groom after confessing love in wedding speech
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Coronavirus (COVID-19)
-New UMass Medical School research shows effectiveness of convalescent plasma in reducing hospitalization
-Free vaccinations/boosters available 1:30-3:30 today at Worcester Islamic Center
-Doctor explains why he might hold off on second booster
-Mass. reports 1,252 new cases, 7 additional deaths
-Boston wastewater levels are up. Do doctors expect a surge?
-Experts say a surge like the one in China is unlikely in the US. Here's why
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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