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Here's what's going on in and around Worcester today
Coronavirus
+(7:15): Worcester Public Schools and all programs are closed until at least April 6
+(7:15): Here's how Worcester's restaurants, small businesses are taking precautions to ensure patrons safe
+(7:15): Music Worcester, Hanover Theatre events canceled
+(7:15): Baker Prohibits Gatherings Of More Than 250 People
+(7:15): Radio Worcester (6:04) -- Tim Garvin of the United Way talks about coronavirus relief efforts
+(1:30): Radio Worcester (17:09) -- City Manager Ed Augustus gives a coronavirus Update
+(1:30): Mass. jury trials put on hold until late April
+(11:00): UMass Memorial setting up screening tents at University Campus
+(11:00): From WPD, neighborhood meetings canceled until further notice
+(11:00): Chamber cancels events through March 31
+(11:00): More Sports -- Marathon now Sept. 14, Masters postponed
+(11:00): Why are people panic-buying toilet paper? Psychologist explains
-Worcester officials address virus: Senior Center closed, coronavirus phone line established
-Worcester Public Schools closed Friday, 3 people at 2 schools – North High and Chandler Magnet – being tested
-Press conference (36:15)
-We're all in this together: An announcement from The 016
-UMass doctor answers common questions about virus in Boston Globe
-Clark cancels in-person classes, students to move out no later than Sunday
-Assumption extends spring break, begins remote learning after
-Anna Maria extending spring break, could go online
-New downtown grocery store cancels ribbon cutting
-Mass. high school state finals canceled; spring sports start date moved to March 30
-Fauci: Testing system 'a failing. Let's admit it' (2:04)
-U-Haul offering 30 days of free storage to displaced college students
-Disney parks, cruise line shut down for rest of March
-NCAA cancels March Madness, all other tournaments this academic year
-Sports on hiatus: MLB, NHL, MLS
-Boston Marathon may be pushed to fall
-Pandemic could be over by June if countries mobilize: expert
-Tests show virus lives on some surfaces up to 3 days
-Missouri teacher praised for genius hand-washing hack for students
In Other News
+(7:15): Live hand grenade found in Auburn, safely detonated
+(7:15): 36-Year-Old-Man Pleads Guilty to Sexual Assault of a Minor
+(1:30): All the Things You Need to Do this Weekend in Worcester
+(11:00): TGIF! Jay Berman's Live Music and Dancing Listings
+(11:00): 5 Things You Need to Know Today in Worcester – March 13
-Ch. 5's Wake Up Call from Table Talk Pies in Worcester (1:15)
-WPD arrests student in possession of gun at school
-Man driving without license hits Worcester student in crosswalk
-Man charged with throwing girl from I-290 bridge will now go on trial in Oct.
-Chefs get creative with Girl Scout cookies in fundraiser in Worcester
-Here are Worcester's top 3 places for dessert, according to Hoodline
-Spruce Up Your Home for Spring: Interior Edition
-What’s with all the video game bars coming to Worcester?
-Janice Harvey -- More postcards from the sofa
-Pilot killed in Sterling airplane crash identified
-Holy Cross Athletics Highlight of Week: March 9 (2:04)
-Today's deal: Save up to $1,299 on LG Studio Kitchen appliances at Better Electric
-Florida man arrested for going nude, throwing rocks at cars
-Good news (brought to you by Bertera Nissan): Plumbers rescue puppy that fell down a bathroom drain
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Top Posts
-Pilot killed when aircraft goes off runway at Sterling Airport
-Popular Park Ave. bar in Worcester closes indefinitely
-Worcester man indicted on child rape charges, accused of impregnating 15-year-old
-Coronavirus outbreak will 'get worse'; Related: If your loved one is over 60, read this
-WBJ Podcast (34:02) -- The power couple of Worcester's food scene
-The 4 best Italian spots in Worcester, according to Hoodline
-Survivor speaks out about the virus
-Central Mass. hospitals limiting visitors
In The News
>WEATHER: Mark Rosenthal's 7-day forecast (:40). High of 38 today in Worcester
>TOP OF THE NEWS
+5:00: Thieves stole gutters from Worcester house while owner was home
+5:00: Death of Bob Weir sparks memories of Worcester's part in long, strange trip
+5:00: Planning winter entertainment in Worcester
+5:00: Worcester hockey alumni 2025-26 highlights, NHL Week 14
+Noon: 270-unit project at abandoned Spag's factory met with skepticism
+Noon: Central Mass. pizzeria reopens with explanation for abruptly closing
-No answers as cost of probe into death of State Police recruit from Worcester nears $700,000 (3:07). Article
-New year, new look, new amenities for W.R.T.A.
-Local restaurant makes Phantom Gourmet's Great 8 Restaurant Legends (5:32)
-Worcester City Council returns with social media scrutiny, transit fights
-Worcester, Fitchburg aim for uniform, safe sober houses
-Worcester County Wonders: First state-run asylum dates back to 1832
-Newly obtained court docs detail what happened inside Leominster home after man murdered wife, autopsy findings
-$80,000 Keno ticket sold in Millbury
-Police oversight questions persist after Research Bureau report
-Radio Worcester's The Rundown (23:33): Tom Marino defends reporting amid defamation lawsuit
>DINING OUT: Popular bakery chain seeks license for second Worcester location
-ICYMI: National Grid installs new underground cable to fix monthslong outage issues in Worcester
-"A very bad year": Here's what the flu numbers look like in Worcester
-Turtleboy factor: Aidan Kearney's influence on Karen Read case
-Venezuelan native in Worcester lauds capture of Maduro
-Some Worcester rents are falling ... really
-See the rest of the day's Worcester news
>HOLDEN (brought to you by Lamoureux Ford): This week's road closures and traffic delays
-Brew Biscuits in Holden making nutritious dog treats out of grains previously used in breweries (2:05)
-Lamoureux Ford welcomes Jeff Tripp from Sunnyside Motors (1:44)
-Fundraiser to help rebuild Ten West Market
-Ten West Market owner optimistic about return
>THE BURBS (brought to you by North End Motor Sales): Hope Chapel in Sterling dedicates new sanctuary
-Clinton buildings coming together
-Clinton Select Board hears Bates family request to explore right-of-way access at town dump
-Indigenous culture celebration day coming to Grafton this summer
-Spanish-language congregation to move into historic church in West Boylston
-The Item's Neighbor to Neighbor column
>BARS & BANDS: The Mayor's Live Music List for Monday
>SHOWTIME: Full list of winners and nominees at Golden Globes
-Golden Globes snubs and surprises
-Inside the Golden Globes: Everything you didn't see on TV
-World-renowned violinist to rehearse with J.O.M.P. students
>OPINION: Molly McCullough: For Worcester's schools, kids come first
-Maggie Calvetti: Someday they'll be grown & here's who i hope they become
-This Week in Worcester Podcast (2:18:34)
>OBITUARIES: Tribute to Worcester man who had Master’s degrees in Civil Engineering and Mathematics
>SPORTS: Patriots defense shines in 16-3 Wild Card win over Chargers
-Patriots will play Steelers-Texans winner in AFC Divisional Round
-Bruins beat Penguins, 1-0
-Celtics star Jaylen Brown rips refs after loss to Spurs in Boston
-Holy Cross student-athletes record 3.39 G.P.A. during Fall 2025 semester
-100 FM The Pike (18:00): MassLive's Matt Vautour gives 2026 sports predictions
-Railers fall to Florida, 5-3
>NATIONAL: Ex-husband arrested in heinous double murder of slain dentist, wife
-Protests in Iran near the 2-week mark as crackdown intensifies
-Tragic: Dad killed 5 of his children over a decade
>NEW ENGLAND: Deadly house fire in Burrillville, R.I.
-From Lindsay Clancy to Turtleboy: 5 Mass. criminal cases to watch in 2026
>COLLEGES: "We depend on fungi for absolutely everything"
>TRAVEL (brought to you by Fuller RV & Rental): Disney quietly changes course on controversial meal plan changes
>BUSINESS: Central Mass. business by the numbers
>SHOPPING: Samsung unveils "world's largest" TV of its kind at 130 inches
>HOMES: Laundry hacks you’ll wish you knew sooner
>HEALTH: Noom launches Proactive Health GLP-1 Program for long-term health
-Mass. mom fights for scalp cooling to be covered by insurance during chemo (2:06). Article
>FOOD: Your guide to a flavorful Dry January (4:34)
>TV/STREAMING: "The Simpsons" retires beloved character Duffman after 30 years
>MOVIES: 2026 new horror movie releases
>CELEBRITY: "High School Musical" star arrested on child pornography charges
-"Field of Dreams" and "West Wing" actor Timothy Busfield faces arrest warrant in child sex abuse case
>ANIMALS: Rescue dog does the cutest thing when she wants attention (2:00)
>HISTORY: Math, not myths: Inside the new search for Amelia Earhart
>GOOD NEWS: Lottery ticket rejected by another customer earns man $1 million
-Meanwhile, in Germany, watch 50 sheep escape shepherd, walk into grocery store
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