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Here's what's happening in and around Worcester today
Coronavirus (COVID-19)
+6:20 12 cases now in Worcester, 'almost all' over 40, first responders now being tested
+6:30: Many states, including Mass., at risk of burning through unemployment benefits
+6:30: State total: 112 new cases, 525 total
+6:30: Radio Worcester (9:56) -- Micro-grant relief programs with Worcester Chamber President Tim Murray
+6:30: ‘This isn’t the best of times’: Chris Robarge delivers 'protection kits’ to homeless in Worcester
+10:45: Satellite shelter opens at North High as Worcester has plan to keep homeless population healthy
+10:45: T&G joins The 016 in offering free advertising to businesses. The 016 announcement (March 13)
+10:45: Does getting coronavirus once mean you are immune?
-New Worcester case brings city total to 7; Press conference video (22:07)
-Ray Mariano: Living through the coronavirus pandemic in Worcester
-In Worcester, school and daycare closures present challenge for many parents
-Chamber asks companies to donate medical supplies for coronavirus fight
-UMass to allow Worcester staff to reuse masks as supplies fall to 'critical' levels
-UMass Memorial has 1 COVID-19 patient in ICU, 110 employees on quarantine, 114 admitted patients under investigation
-Worcester Together raises nearly $2 million in first day
-Red Cross needs your blood (1:12)
-Updated -- Here's where Worcester students can get 'to-go' meals
-Holy Cross says students will have commencement; Assumption reschedules commencement for August
-2 Clark University students among roughly 17 Americans stranded
-Clinton has 2 confirmed cases; Shrewsbury records first postitive
-Some are hiring, including Price Chopper, Walmart
-State totals: 85 new cases, 413 total cases. First Mass. fatality reported
-MassHealth extends coverage, streamlines enrollment
-Tax Day, filing and paying, moved to July 15, Mnuchin says
-Bank Of America allowing loan deferments
-Can't make a credit card or mortgage payment? Here's how to ask for help
-Hallmark bringing back Christmas movie marathon to help people self-quarantine
-This toilet paper calculator tells you how long your stash will last
In Other News
+6:30: Three arrested in drug bust after months-long investigation
+3:00: Brew City, Joey's, Meze, Pho Dakao latest to announce temporary closing. See the updated list
-Latest weather: Snow is coming
-Stabbing in Worcester's Crystal Park
-‘It’s super scary,’ restaurants face the fight of their lives
-SEE THE LIST: Which restaurants are open for take out or delivery
-ICYMI: Shrewsbury Street restaurant busted for serving during ban
-T&G still pursuing police records in court, 17 years after landmark ruling
-Apartments for rent in Worcester: What will $1,300 get you?
-Worcester artists look to web for help as pandemic claims gigs
-Good news (brought to you by Bertera Nissan): Teen uses decade-long cancer battle to inspire hope
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Top Posts
-Prescriptions soar for this cheap, 70-year-old drug showing promising results in speeding recovery
-Worcester nurse's desperate plea for help from behind the lines in war on virus
-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
-Planet Fitness members outraged
-Coronavirus closures hitting hair salons hard (2:07)
-Digestive issues could be first symptom, study says
-5th positive test in Worcester, 200 being evaluated. Press conference video (24:43)
-Update: 4th member of New Jersey family dies, three more hospitalized
In The News
>WEATHER: Mark Rosenthal's 7-day forecast (:32). High of 47 today in Worcester
>TOP OF THE NEWS
-State plans playground, spray deck and more at Lake Park
-Many hands, clean work on Earth Day, Working for Worcester cleanups
-18 new condos on Elm Street are for sale. Take a look inside
-UMass Memorial Health buys Worcester Business Center (former Thom McAn building) for $14 million
-Community Healthlink workers make plea to City Council for support
-Worcester wants to pause a code to reduce emissions. Here’s why
-Worcester Mayor Joe Petty, other elected officials endorse Ed Markey for reelection
-Mass has No. 2 highest effective tax rate in U.S. What state beats it?
-Tree House Brewing looks to move into old “Cheers” bar in Boston (2:11). Article
-11-year-old to represent Wachusett Equestrian Team at national competition (3:01)
-Worcester Guardian Week in Review: stretch code clash, Tech High surge, marathon spirit
>FAITH: New bishop for Episcopal Diocese of Western Mass., which includes Worcester
-Why churches are closing amid a Catholic comeback
>DINING OUT: Specials at Worcester-area restaurants for the cost-conscious diner
-ICYMI: Driver arrested in crash that killed 10-year-old Webster girl (:30). Article
-Brother of 4-year-old who fell 7 stories in Worcester says child is expected to make full recovery
-Worcester half marathon planned for 2027 return
-Worcester Caribbean American Carnival canceled for 2026. Here’s why
-See the rest of the day's Worcester news
>HOLDEN (brought to you by Lamoureux Ford): Wachusett Echo: Friday Night Lights go viral: AJ Greene brings YouTube buzz to Wachusett
-Longtime customer praises Lamoureux Ford (3:29)
-Absentee ballot information for town election
>THE BURBS (brought to you by North End Motor Sales): Company that runs Oxford transfer station fined $20,000
-Rutland public safety hangs on outcome of Prop. 2½ override vote
-No open burning in Shrewsbury tomorrow
-Homeless man arrested for stealing beef jerky, chili and Snickers from Leominster Walmart
-Charlton selectmen approve dispatcher hire, recognize 26-year D.P.W. veteran
-Brookfield Select Board vote fails; questions emerge over use of Vice Chair title
>BARS & BANDS: The Mayor's Live Music List for Sunday
>SHOWTIME: Things to Do: Author Jose Enrique Delmonte Soñé, Alton Brown and more
-Quench your "Jurassic Quest" at dinosaur-themed park
-Acclaimed guitarist Aaron Larget-Caplan to give free concert to celebrate the the nation's 250th in Southbridge
-Celebrate Patriots’ Day at these popular events
-WCCA-TV's Video Jam No. 1367 (30:00): Rob Bellamy, Theo Lawrence and more
>OPINION: Ray Mariano: The assault on women's rights in America
-Brian Nelson Laurel cartoon on Worcester April school vacation
-WCCA-TV's Chandler Chat No. 489 (26:37): Eric Alper, MD
-Radio Worcester Roundtable (50:54): 5 big issues Worcester is talking about right now
>OBITUARIES: Tribute to former owner of Edgemere Diner and Route 20 Pizza
>SPORTS: NFL not investigating Mike Vrabel's behavior with reporter Dianna Russini
-Russini mounts daring rescue of elderly man, dog
-Celtics-76ers predictions roundup
-Bruins-Sabres predictions roundup
-Red Sox lose to Detroit, 4-1
-Dodgers reportedly plan to call up Millbury's Ryan Ward
-Holy Cross women's lacrosse team knocks off No. 17 Loyola, 14-9
-Holy Cross men's rowing posts 3 wins on Senior Day
-Win WooSox tickets courtesy of North End Motor Sales
-WooSox lose to Nashville, 2-1
-Railers beat Thunder, 3-2
>NATIONAL: Iran says it has closed Strait of Hormuz again
-Mom of 3 accused of helping husband run prostitution ring catering to cops out of family home
-Tragic: 4 teens arrested for allegedly kidnapping former classmate, torturing him over girlfriend dispute
>NEW ENGLAND: Paul Revere's midnight ride is reenacted (2:39)
-Fatal Lexington police shooting under investigation
-Mass. high school employee found dead amid investigation into "sexualized" TikTok video
>COLLEGES: Holy Cross freshman Trevor Smith explores passion for photography
-From marine science to the M.I.S.E. Program: A S.T.E.M. educator’s journey
>TRAVEL (brought to you by Fuller RV & Rental): 7 U.S. tourist attractions with the longest lines
-Do you really have to check out of a hotel?
>BUSINESS: How North Carolina beat Mass. on jobs
-How does average hourly pay in Mass. compare to other states? See data
-Magic retirement number hits $1.46 million — half of Americans unprepared
>HEALTH: Can your zip code impact your heart health? (2:38)
-Doctors link air pollution to sinus infections and chronic congestion (2:23). Article
>SHOPPING: Bissell recalls 1.7 million steam cleaners over burn risk
>TV/STREAMING: Bravo pauses "The Real Housewives of Miami" amid low ratings
>MOVIES: "Violent Night 2" trailer introduces Kristen Bell as Mrs. Claus
>CELEBRITY: Christina Applegate hospitalized amid M.S. battle: Report
-Natalie Portman is pregnant with baby No. 3, her first with partner Tanguy Destable
>ANIMALS: Cat cries for hours under dumpster. What happened next (2:00)
>HISTORY: 20 years later: How Mass. health care reform changed access
>GOOD NEWS: How a 10-year-old boy's birthday wish demonstrates acceptance and love (2:33)
-Meanwhile, in San Francisco, sea lion wanders inland to neighborhood
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