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Here's what's happening in and around Worcester today
Coronavirus (COVID-19)
+5:05: Clinton has 2 confirmed cases
+5:05: State total: 85 new cases, 413 total cases. First Mass. fatality reported
+5:05: Weather advisory issued for region through Monday
+12:15: Shrewsbury records first postitive
+12:15: Updated -- Here's where Worcester students can get 'to-go' meals
+12:15: Tax Day, filing and paying, moved to July 15, Mnuchin says
+12:15: Radio Worcester (9:19) -- The Worcester Chamber is offering services to all businesses, member or not
+12:15: Bank Of America allowing loan deferments
+12:15: This toilet paper calculator tells you how long your stash will last
+12:15: Hallmark bringing back Christmas movie marathon to help people self-quarantine
+9:00: In Worcester, school and daycare closures present challenge for many parents
+9:00: UMass Memorial has 1 COVID-19 patient in ICU, 110 employees on quarantine, 114 admitted patients under investigation
-5th positive test in Worcester, 200 being evaluated. Press conference video (24:43)
-Worcester opening homeless shelters at North High, Worcester Tech, Ascension Church, St. John's Church
-Worcester nurse's desperate plea for help from behind the lines in war on virus
-Shrewsbury Street restaurant busted for serving during ban
-ICYMI: Prescriptions soar for this cheap, 70-year-old drug showing promising results in speeding recovery
-YWCA hopes to serve as emergency childcare program in Worcester
-Some small businesses eligible for $10,000 grants, application process begins Monday
-Here's what state is doing now for laid off workers (1:59)
-Radio Worcester (12:52): Worcester Together with Tim Garvin of the United Way of Central Mass.
-Coronavirus closures hitting hair salons hard (2:07)
-Community colleges go entirely online
-WRTA downshifts as ridership plummets
-State totals: 72 new cases, 328 overall
-State hope to have 3,500 tests a day by next week (1:08)
-Where's my five cents? Mass. suspending bottle redemption enforcement
-California issues statewide stay-at-home order
-Ga. senator dumped stocks after coronavirus meeting, report claims
-Digestive issues could be first symptom, study says
-Planet Fitness members outraged
-Can't make a credit card or mortgage payment? Here's how to ask for help
-Walmart shortens hours even further
-Update: 4th member of New Jersey family dies, three more hospitalized
-Sterling animal shelter recommends pet owners create preparedness plan
-Shrewsbury teen preaches 'sharing is caring' - with free toilet paper
In Other News
+9:00 Get the Buc outta here: It's official, Brady signs with Tampa Bay
-Latest weather: High in the upper 60s today
-SEE THE LIST: Which restaurants are open for take out or delivery
-Street layout around Polar Park gets adjustments
-Sick Millbury plumber dies after marijuana conviction; lawyer expects charges vacated
-Worcester delays ban on plastic bags
-Water main break at Pleasant and Baxter streets
-Behind Scenes with Olivia Scanlon and Brick Box Theatre (13:56)
-Locals players dominate 2020 Bravehearts roster
-Area golf course closes for good
-What's coming to Netflix in April (7:02)
-Good news (brought to you by Bertera Nissan): Teen uses decade-long cancer battle to inspire hope
-Latest obituaries | | -Yesterday's highlights
Top Posts
-2-alarm fire overnight in Worcester displaces 20, firefighter sustains minor injury
-The Queen's Cups closes, lays off 80% of staff
-Hopeful news: Mass. residents rated among lowest risk
-UMass Memorial starting drive-through screening
-4th positive test in Worcester; St. V's temporarily ran out of tests; Press conference Video (32:37)
-3 N.J. family members dead, 4 more hospitalized
-Tragic: Area 24-year-old taken too soon by 'heartbreaking battle' with addiction
-Worcester hospitals lack beds for expected cases, report says
-IRS gives Americans 3-month break to file taxes
In The News
>WEATHER: Mark Rosenthal's 7-day forecast (:34). High of 70 today in Worcester
>TOP OF THE NEWS
+5:00: Worcester hockey alumni 2025-26 highlights, NHL Week 30
+Noon: 78 layoffs planned for Worcester-based Community Healthlink
+Noon: Worcester play headed to Broadway
-Overnight: 2 injured in Columbus Street stabbing in Worcester, 1 with a neck wound
-Man facing charges after leading police on pursuit in front-end loader (1:28). Article
-Shooters who left Worcester teen paralyzed get 18-20 years in jail
-Worcester Sheriff’s Dept. payroll: See how much employees made in 2025
-Worcester Head Start enrollment steady amid funding, staffing pressures
-Nonprofits to spotlight frontline work at Worcester community resilience showcase
-Worcester breaks ground on new resource center for year-round shelter, services
-Large grant headed to Worcester Tech to boost career training programs
-Worcester seeks clarity on police response to mental health crises amid ongoing concerns, lawsuit
-Worcester Business Journal's Movers & Shakers
-Radio Worcester (22:45): Inside Thrive Support & Advocacy: Prom, food pantry & workforce programs
-TODAY! Worcester bakery offering 50% off for teachers Monday only
-18 new condos on Elm Street are for sale. Take a look inside
>DINING OUT: Sauced and Tossed Chicken food truck opens permanent location (:53)
-ICYMI: Person rescued, 7 cats found dead in Worcester house fire
-Earlier: Pair of 2-alarm fires keep Worcester firefighters busy overnight
-Table Hoppin': Worcester Regional Food Hub hits milestone at station
-35% increase in students committing to Clark
-See the rest of the day's Worcester news
>HOLDEN (brought to you by Lamoureux Ford): This week's road closures and traffic delays
-Longtime customer praises Lamoureux Ford (3:29)
-Wachusett Echo: The benefits and downsides of artificial intelligence
>THE BURBS (brought to you by North End Motor Sales): Webster man arrested for throwing sandwich at daughter’s face during dispute
-Leominster man charged after returning to building despite trespass order
-Leominster City Council keeps National Grid pole hearing open over truck access, notification concerns
-Brookfield Select Board to interview town administrator candidates, appointment expected this week
-Shrewsbury Select Board recap
-Adaptive water ski clinic coming to Charlton in June
-Dudley Senior Center announces May events
>BARS & BANDS: The Mayor's Live Music List for Monday
>SHOWTIME: Travis Cormier on bringing “Strat” to life in “Bat Out Of Hell” in Worcester
-Shakira packs Brazil's Copacabana Beach with 2 million fans in free concert
-Author and former lawyer Glenn Cort spreads hope and optimism for the next generation
>OPINION: Jay Gardiner: Redesign Mass. license plates for easier recall
-WCCA-TV's Hidden Treasures No. 129 (28:28): Knives
-Manny Jae Media (1:01:04): Kweku Colecraft
-Radio Worcester's The Rundown (25:32): Worcester stretch code debate sparks clash over leadership, process and development
>OBITUARIES: Tribute to woman who was a member of several local organizations
>SPORTS: Why did Jayson Tatum miss Game 7? Celtics star talks knee injury
-Dianna Russini offered new job after resigning from Athletic over Mike Vrabel photo scandal
-Patriots star Christian Gonzalez addresses Vrabel-Russini scandal
-Red Sox lose to Houston, 3-1
-Win WooSox tickets courtesy of North End Motor Sales
-WooSox lose to Rochester, 6-3
>NATIONAL: Shooting at Oklahoma lake injures at least 10
-Iran presses for an end to war within 30 days
-Tragic: Disabled girl, 14, suffered horrific starvation death, fugitive caregivers caught
>NEW ENGLAND: Sandra Birchmore's death changed from suicide to "undetermined" (:28). Article
-Birchmore case: Will the father of unborn child be named? (1:50)
>COLLEGES: Anna Maria students navigate uncertain path to find their next college
-Clark student-athletes find community, support and balance in sports and academics
>TRAVEL (brought to you by Fuller RV & Rental): What it costs to own your own island in New Hampshire (1:05)
-10 mistakes American tourists make in Europe
>BUSINESS: How a weaker dollar is quietly making life more expensive
-Cannabis retailers worry about their future under new state law
-Radio Worcester (25:52): How to help adult children financially without hurting your retirement
-10 Things ... Every board should know about cyber risk
>HOMES: UMass turf expert shares simple spring lawn care tips (2:35)
>SHOPPING: Shop PokeĢmon 30th anniversary apparel, gear and collectibles at Target
>HEALTH: Oral diabetes drug shows promise for kids and teens
-Rectal cancer deaths rising faster in a specific age group (4:41)
>FOOD: Ultimate Comfort Food: Harrows Chicken Pies (5:09)
>TV/STREAMING: How "Euphoria" was a crazy starmaker for Zendaya, Jacob Elordi and Sydney Sweeney
>MOVIES: After 30 years, "Sleepers" director Barry Levinson is still perplexed by controversy
>CELEBRITY: Sharon Stone turns heads with "perfect" unfiltered bikini pic at 68
-Charlize Theron says her daughters will have to earn jobs and their first car
>ANIMALS: Lion missing for years takes his first steps of freedom (2:06)
>HISTORY: "Denholms: The History of a Worcester Icon" (1:06:16)
>GOOD NEWS: 50 kids who survived cancer walk the runway (1:25). Article
-Meanwhile, Pokémon cards are igniting an international crime spree
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