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
-Latest weather: Subzero wind chills early Tuesday morning
+6:00: ‘He messed with the wrong girl’: Young girl who was kidnapped, sexually assaulted shows strength during attacker's sentencing
+6:00: Funerals this week for 3 victims of three-decker blaze in Worcester
+6:00: Neighborhood watch meetings in Worcester - March 2021
+6:00: Worcester man rides lucky numbers to $1 million Powerball win
+6:00: 5 Things You Need to Know Today in Worcester – March 1
+6:00: 2 men face new charges in workers comp scheme
+6:00: Junior Johnnna Shamley of the women's volleyball team named Crusader of the Week
+6:00: 11 must-see movies being released in March
-Lincoln Plaza's newest store opens Friday
-Man shot on Piedmont Street in Worcester. Paul Shea video (1:31)
-ICYMI: 'They didn't think twice': Hero cops carry elderly woman out of burning building in Worcester
-Groups call for more conversation on proposed reforms in Worcester
-Rosen's Roundtable #430 & #431: Racism in Worcester
-Business tie-in sought for Women's History Month in Worcester
-The Burbs (brought to you by North End Motor Sales): Route 140 at Route 70 intersection closed 6 a.m-8 p.m. today
-Westborough men spend 24 hours outdoors to raise awareness for homeless in Massachusetts
-Sturbridge celebrates milestone birthdays of town's oldest residents
-Fuller RV Rental & Sales is hiring. See the positions
-Enter to win 2 tickets to the WooSox, courtesy of North End Motor Sales
-Holy Cross men's basketball team to host first postseason game since 2015
-Song to Get You Through the Week: Louie Gonz takes aim with nuanced, chilling 'Killer'
-Bars & Bands (brought to you by Wachusett Wine & Spirits): The Mayor's Live & Streaming Music List
-Spirits: Wachusett Wine & Spirits' Whiskey Wednesday (21:44): Whiskey Bracket Challenge Play-In Tasting
-Homes: 5 new houses for sale in Worcester
-Tribute to recently passed community activist from Worcester who advocated for better, equal education for Latino students
-TV/Streaming: Paramount Plus' pricing, release schedule and more
-Cars: February is the month of huge Savings at Bertera Nissan (5:00)
-Last night's Golden Globe winners. Total Golden Globes coverage in Celebrity
-At the office: Millennials, Gen Z are job-hopping, but contrary to popular belief, maybe not enough
-Good news (brought to you by Bertera Nissan): Rescue dog that nobody wanted saves life of new owner (2:29)
-Meanwhile, FBI confirms report of ‘long, cylindrical’ UFO ‘moving really fast’ over New Mexico
Coronavirus (COVID-19)
+6:00: Radio Worcester (9:36): Dr. Michael Hirsh talks vaccine, virus and variants
+6:00: Free testing this week in Worcester
+6:00: Johnson & Johnson vaccine shipment likely coming to Massachusetts next week, Gov. Baker says (1:42)
+6:00: Domestic violence incidents rose during lockdowns, analysis finds
+6:00: At the office: 4 work from home hacks that are still vital a year later
-No reopening in sight for Showcase Cinemas in Worcester
-State moving to next step of reopening plan today
-Doctors explain why younger adults may have harsher side effects from second shot
-Officials: First Johnson & Johnson vaccines shipped Sunday night
-ICYMI: DCU Center hospital to scale down patient capacity this week
-Ch. 5 visits Fuller RV to discuss how RV sales are soaring as people hit the road during pandemic (1:42)
-Mass. officials announce 1,428 new cases, 52 deaths, 7-day positivity rate falls to 1.7 percent
-Vaccine for elementary school children likely coming in early 2022, Dr. Fauci says
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