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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 (1:09). High of 42 today in Worcester
>TOP OF THE NEWS
-Wife of man missing from hospital takes to Worcester streets as part of desperate search
-Violent crime trends down in Worcester this year, police data shows
-Recount begins for ballots in Worcester councilor-at-large race
-Local families come together to celebrate National Adoption Day
-Fighting for immigrants: Attorneys are combating cuts, shifting policies, and burnout as demand rises
-Which schools in Worcester County have the best staff attendance?
-Report: Mass. public school staff members average 12 absences a year
-"I try to capture Worcester in a way that I wish other people could see:" Clark student and photographer
-Festival of Lights to return to Worcester Common with tree lighting
-Thanksgiving pie showdown: Which Central Mass. bakery is king? (1:12)
-T&G This Week: Thanksgiving at the T&G
-Worcester Guardian week in review
-Radio Worcester Roundtable (49:43): I.C.E. recruiting at the College of the Holy Cross
-Radio Worcester's The Rundown (25:11): I.C.E. planning holiday raids on churches: Report
>DINING OUT: Thanksgiving takeout in Central Mass.
-ICYMI: Worcester police ask for help finding missing teen
-Twin sisters and Worcester firefighter bring century-old bar back to life
-Table Hoppin': Sweets & Java celebrates 10 years of coffee, pastries
-Did somebody say cheese? Stone Cow Brewery expands its repertoire
-Police warn of clustered car breaks in Worcester
-Jury finds UMass Memorial liable in fired nurse's defamation lawsuit
-See the rest of the day's Worcester news
>HOLDEN (brought to you by Lamoureux Ford): Longtime town resident Arlene Swirsky seeks kidney donor
-Unique Happy Thanksgiving wishes from Lamoureux Ford (:29)
-Farm & wedding venue keeps family legacy alive
>THE BURBS (brought to you by North End Motor Sales): Fitchburg kitchen fire injures 1, displaces 4
-Ashburnham residence sustains significant damage in early morning fire
-Grafton Fire Department rescues injured hunter who fell from tree
-Man wanted in firearms investigation arrested at Leicester liquor store with cache of ammo, body armor and cocaine
-Rural leaders call for changes to school funding formula
-Clinton firefighter brings complaints to Select Board
-Fitchburg Municipal Airport unloads nearly 500 old airplane tires
-The Suzies’ dynasty continues
>BARS & BANDS: The Mayor's Live Music List for Sunday
>SHOWTIME: Things to do: Central Mass. Festival Chorus, Big Blitz and more ...
-Home for the Holidays at Salisbury Mansion Fridays November 28th through January 2nd
-Miss Jamaica to remain hospitalized in I.C.U. for at least another week after tumbling off Miss Universe stage
>OPINION: Rosalie Tirella: Etel stays strong
-Jennifer Julien Gaskin: Run me my money back, Sis
-Laurel: Just passin' through with best wishes for a Happy Thanksgiving
-Unity Radio's Unity in the Community (54:12): Ron Burgess Jr., CEO, Ronald A. Burgess Jr. Foundation
>OBITUARIES: Tribute to career mechanic
>SPORTS: Drake Maye could feast vs. porous Cincy defense
-Bengals quarterback Joe Burrow won't play against Patriots
-Patriots have "one hell of a young QB" in Drake Maye, Jon Gruden says
-Old Grumbly Fan's Week 12 Patriots preview vs. the Bengals
-NFL Week 12 schedule, TV and announcers
-Bruins beat Kings, 2-1
-Holy Cross football finishes season with memorable victory at Fenway Park
-Holy Cross women's hockey team earns 3-2 road victory at New Hampshire
-Railers lose to Gargoyles, 4-2
-Northbridge falls a win short of trip to Super Bowl in coach Ken LaChapelle's last season
>NATIONAL: Here's how empty nesters get their kids home for the holidays: survey
-Number of children abducted in Nigerian school attack raised to more than 300
-Tragic: Grandma mauled to death by deer she rescued
>NEW ENGLAND: New England’s Unsolved — Unmasking a serial killer (3:30)
-"Professional tenants" evicted, leaving Burlington home trashed (4:52). Article
>COLLEGES: Worcester State community steps up to support Thea’s Pantry as student food insecurity grows
-From Anna Maria: Understanding F.A.F.S.A. — Separating myth from fact
>TRAVEL (brought to you by Fuller RV & Rental): Don't have a Real ID or passport? It could cost you $18 at the airport (:30)
>BUSINESS: Central Mass. business by the numbers
-Amazon refunds underway in $2.5 billion F.T.C. settlement
-Senior living facility contracts: What to know before you sign
>SHOPPING: Amazon Black Friday deals feature huge 73% discounts on top tech
>HEALTH: Doctor rebukes claim that vaccines cause autism
-New study exposes truth about fluoride exposure, kids' test scores
>FOOD: Rising costs make this year's Thanksgiving the priciest in history
>TV/STREAMING: Alicia Silverstone and Melissa Joan Hart in Netflix’s "Merry Little Ex-Mas" is the perfect Christmas gift for Millennials
>MOVIES: "Wicked For Good" opens to record-smashing $151 million at box office
>CELEBRITY: Dick Van Dyke reveals he "almost" played James Bond
-Melissa Joan Hart refused Playboy offer
>ANIMALS: Ranked: These are America’s favorite purebred dogs
>HISTORY: Cranberry scare tanked Thanksgiving sales in 1959
>GOOD NEWS: 6-year-old boy and 3-year-old sister impress with musical talent (1:50)
-Meanwhile, man uses cone to catch ice cream scoop from 55 feet, 5 inches away
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