In and around The 016 - Friday, March 31st

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

  

  In The News

  >WEATHER: Watch Mark Rosenthal's 7-day forecast (:37). High of 48 in Worcester

  >TOP OF THE NEWS

  +6:00: Worcester planning major overhaul of Bell Hill Park

  +6:00: New dispensary to open in April on Millbrook Street
  
  

  +Noon: Man dead of self-inflicted injury after Mass Pike crash Thursday from Worcester, police say

  +Noon: It's Friday! Check Dining Out and Bars & Bands before making plans

  +Noon: Will Dailey to give listeners unique concert experience at Club 321

  +Noon: New movies and shows to watch this weekend

  +Noon: New movies on demand: "Avatar: The Way Of Water," "The Son," and more

  +Noon: First Person: How a trip to Greece revealed a son's love of animals
  
  

  -Local artist restores vandalized mural honoring fallen Worcester officer (pictured)

  -Morning 2-alarm fire causes significant damage to Worcester three-decker

  -Weeks of road closures in Worcester starting with water line project

  -2 men arrested in Worcester for drugs, ammunition

  -Suspect taken into custody after fleeing police stop, leading officers into Ashburnham and causing school to lock down

  -Worcester residents share stories facing crisis of affordable housing

  -Worcester officials to tour safe injection site in New York City

  -Burncoat High orchestra headed to D.C. after rush of donations

  -4 Anna Maria College students recognized for saving Philadelphia family from fire

  -WCCA-TV's Rosen's Roundtable celebrates 500 episodes (28:12): 2009-2023

  -Worcester: the City that Reads book drive kicks off

  -Table Hoppin': Mark Bittman looks forward to "Taste + Talk" event
   

  >BARS & BANDS (brought to you by Wachusett Wine & Spirits): The Mayor’s Live Music List for Friday

  >SHOWTIME: Five Things To Do: Many Voices, Impressionism, James Montgomery ...

  -Short films get long look as Mass. Indie film fest returns to Worcester

  -Aislinn Doyle: Worcester Public Schools in Brief March 2023

  -Jennifer Julien Gaskin: Reproductive Justice is Life or Death

  -WCCA-TV Picks of the Week

  >OBITUARIES (brought to you by G9 Financial): Tribute to former host and cook at El Morocco who also owned a market

  -ICYMI: Worcester B&E suspects have ruff time with K9 Beebs

  -Veterans gather in Worcester to recognize National Vietnam War Veterans Day

  -"A huge injustice": Worcester denies several small nonprofits A.R.P.A. funding

  -Developer purchases large, undeveloped parcel on Grafton Street in Worcester

  See the rest of the day's Worcester news
  
  

  >HOLDEN (brought to you by Lamoureux Ford and Brilla Coffee Roasters): Holden exploring options under multifamily regulations

  -Jazzed Up Duo at Val's on Saturday

  -Tardy policy negatively affects Wachusett students

  -Channel 5's "Made in Mass.": Holden man's Brew Biscuits turn beer-brewing grains into delicious dog treats (2:31). Article

  -Lamoureux Ford has some amazing cars you would not expect (1:25)

  >THE BURBS (brought to you by North End Motor Sales): Westborough Board of Health shuts down restaurant

  -3-alarm fire displaces 7, causes extensive damage to North Brookfield home

  -Shrewsbury names new Elder Affairs liaison

  -Second 40B project negotiation opened by Sutton Select Board

  -"Mean Girls" to take the stage at Grafton High School this weekend

  -Multi-sport Carmichael brings steady hand to Grafton basketball and softball

  -Tactical emergency response training held at Thomas Prince School in Princeton

  -Luther Burbank students perform “Beauty and the Beast”

  -Charlton police sergeant fined $10,000 after using cell phone search for private use
   

  >SPORTS: Bruins wrap up Presidents’ Trophy with win

  -Celtics demolish NBA-leading Bucks, 140-99

  -Red Sox lose home opener, 10-9

  -Everything to know about WooSox Opening Day on Friday

  -Parking options around Polar Park

  -Dave Paulsen introduced as Holy Cross men’s basketball head coach

  -Related: Dave Paulsen introductory press conference (38:15)

  -Bravehearts announce earliest sellout in team history

  -Worcester Academy junior Kayvaun Mulready changes commitment
   

  >CARS: NEW! Bertera. Huge Selection. Great Prices. (3:29)

  -RVs at Clearance Prices at Fuller RV Rentals and Sales (1:07)

  >NATIONAL: Former president indicted by Manhattan grand jury on more than 30 counts

  -Covenant School security expert says the quick thinking of teachers saved lives

  -Tragic: 1-year-old fatally shot by 5-year-old sibling who found gun

  >NEW ENGLAND: Mass. woman to be sentenced in beating death of infant niece

  -Mass. reports 2,023 new COVID cases, 59 deaths this week

  >SHOPPING: Jewelry store opens in the Canal District
   

  >BUSINESS: Central Mass. unemployment rates continue rise, near 2022 levels

  -Central Mass. private colleges have $3.8 billion in economic impact: Study

  >FOOD: Cup Noodles’ new ramen flavor puts your breakfast cravings into a cup

  >COLLEGES: Conan O'Brien spotted at WPI campus

  -5 things to know about Anna Maria’s Social Work Conference on April 26th

  >HEALTH: UMass Medical School prof: How xylazine increases overdose risk

  -Free COVID vaccinations on Saturday: Noon-4 at Worcester Public Library

  >HOMES: Worcester area real estate roundup
  
  

  >TV/STREAMING: C.N.N. primetime ratings down 61% in March

  >MOVIES: How to watch "Avatar: The Way of Water" on streaming platforms

  >CELEBRITY: Gwyneth Paltrow wins ski crash trial against ailing doctor

  >HISTORY: Salem Square in Worcester, around 1895

  >ANIMALS: Rescue dog stayed in crate for days until she was home (3:09)

  >GOOD NEWS (brought to you by Bertera Nissan): Boy sleeps in tent for 3 years, raises $860,000 for hospice

  -Meanwhile, in South Africa, watch as crocodile joins picnic, steals cooler

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  -Catering, Bartenders & Concessions Staff at Creedon & Co.

  -YouthGROW Mentor, Driver at Regional Environmental Council

  -Housekeeper at Canal District bar

  -Multiple positions for Wonder Bar's Polar Park location

  -Grounds crew for Worcester Bravehearts

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