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Here's what's happening in and around Worcester today
Coronavirus (COVID-19)
+6:15: 55 new cases in Worcester, 267 total, 41 in Shrewsbury, 21 in Grafton, 15 in Holden, 5 in Leicester. Press conference video (38:01)
+6:15: City-sponsored construction projects including schools, parks suspended until May
+6:15: UMass Memorial Health Care CEO and his wife, a UMass Memorial doctor, to donate pay
+6:15: AC Hotel in Worcester provides supplies, sustenance, shelter
+6:15: State totals: 38 new deaths, 192 total, 1,436 new cases, 10,402 total, 62,962 tested. Story
+6:15: Baker signs bill allowing restaurants to deliver beer, wine with food takeout/delivery
+6:15: More states allowing SNAP benefits for online grocery orders
+2:45: Radio Worcester Chamber Radio Blast with President and CEO Tim Murray (9:36): Banks, Loans, and the 2020 Census
+1:15: ‘Clap because we care’ for essential workers tonight in Mass.
+1:15: Mercadante Funeral Home & Chapel offering live stream of services
+1:15: The story of how this week’s Patriotic mission for PPE unfolded
+9:50: HC Professor: Coronavirus cases are growing exponentially – here's what that means
+9:50: From Ross Mortgage: Busting 3 myths about not paying your mortgage
+8:35: Here's where you can donate medical equipment in Worcester
+8:35: Greater Worcester Community Foundation receives $250,000 from Barr Foundation
+8:35: Worcester Regional Food Hub offering pick-up service of locally sourced products
+8:35: Missing you morning workout? Check out Health for fitness workout and demo videos
-Outbreak at Jewish Healthcare Center: 3 residents pass away, 16 of 19 residents tested are positive, 2 pending, 1 negative, 6 staff test positive
-47 new cases, 212 total in Worcester, 33 in Shrewsbury, 18 in Grafton, 11 in Holden, 4 in Leicester. Worcester press conference video (47:30)
-40 UMass Memorial employees have tested positive, there are currently 27 patients in ICU
-UMass Memorial looking for nursing students to help at DCU Center field hospital
-CARES Act not nearly enough to save cities like Worcester
-Worcester Together fund grows to $2.75M as Holy Cross students add $23K
-Worcester Together announces over $150,000 in phase one funding
-McGovern helps secure $4.9 million for Central and Western Massachusetts
-WCCA-TV Daily Breaking (14:35): Ashley Carter, Farmers Market Program Coordinator, Regional Environmental Council
-Large donation helps St. John's Food For The Poor in Worcester
-Reflections and Updates from Holy Cross President Fr. Boroughs (4:55)
-UMass Medical students get real-life lessons with new pandemic curriculum
-Charlton 102-year-old's life spans two pandemics
-State totals: 32 new deaths, 154 total, 1,228 new cases, 8,966 total, 56,608 tested. Story
-Businesses urged to immediately apply for $349B bailout program before money runs out
-Daily Chamber Communication Focusing on the Impact of COVID-19 -- April 2
-'LIVE' PAYCHECK PROTECTION PROGRAM Application Pack from Business Capital Resources
-15 deaths reported at Norwood nursing home, report says
-3 more deaths reported by Holyoke Soldiers’ Home, more residents test positive
-MCI Shirley prison on lockdown after inmate tests positive (:22)
-Mass. unemployment claims spike another 22%. U.S. jobless claims skyrocket to 6.6 million
-State adds 500 new staff to handle backed-up calls from unemployed
-Mass. extends vehicle registrations for 2 months
-ICYMI: Here’s when the coronavirus ‘wave’ in Mass. hits peak, study shows
-CDC to urge Americans to wear face masks in public (1:38)
-Here’s a list of disinfectants you can use against coronavirus
-On the lighter side: Petition to make Dr. Fauci, a Holy Cross grad, 'Sexiest Man Alive' gaining steam. Related: Dr. Fauci's face will soon be on bobblehead
-Good news (brought to you by Bertera Nissan): Local group raises more than $40,000 to support COVID-19 response
In Other News
+8:35: Crash westbound on Pike in Charlton
+8:35: April issue of Pulse Magazine is available in full online
+8:35: Miss latest issue of Worcester Business Journal? Check out digital edition
+8:35: Police see uptick in domestic violence reports as people stay home
-Latest weather: Yuck
-Opening Tiki Bar during pandemic, Worcester restaurateur upbeat
-Restaurant beer, wine takeout bill passes Mass. House, Senate
-UPDATED April 2: Here are the restaurants open for take out or delivery
-New owner of Pregame on Park gets liquor, food, entertainment licenses
-Worcester Housing Authority gets a permit for office project on Plantation St.
-Homes (brought to you by Ross Mortgage): Here's what you can rent in Worcester for $1,500 a month
-Today's deal: Buy a select TrueSteam Dishwasher at Better Electric and receive a Visa Prepaid Card
-Local businesses: Have an offer or deal you want people to know about? Let us know
In The News
>WEATHER: Mark Rosenthal's 7-day forecast (:35). High of 84 today in Worcester
>TOP OF THE NEWS
+4:00: UMass Memorial increases planned Community Healthlink layoffs to 231
+Noon: Former UMass Medical School student and cancer survivor in seventh Pan-Mass Challenge (2:53)
+Noon: UMass Memorial Health opens convenient new family medicine facility at White City
-Worcester city manager nixes Research Bureau bid for police civilian review board
-Another pedestrian crash in Worcester renews push for safety improvements
-Phantom Gourmet visits Worcester restaurant (4:59)
-Massport announces record year for Worcester Regional Airport
-City backs 4 affordable housing developments
-UMass Memorial Children’s Medical Center lands on Newsweek’s national hospital list
-Shirley company uses renewable energy to roast coffee (4:36)
-T&G This Week: It's a WoMag takeover!
>DINING OUT: Table Hoppin': Sip makes West African beverages available
-Worcester restaurant selling new merch
-ICYMI: Restaurant Depot looks to be first business at GreenTech Park, former Saint-Gobain site in Greendale
-6 months after Uxbridge Officer Stephen LaPorta killed on Route 146, no charges filed
-Waiver allows ex-Worcester schools chief to collect pension while working
-Vacant Bowker House above Main Street in Worcester? It's a dream house, soon enough
-Worcester board OKs new shopping plaza with Mediterranean and brunch restaurants
-See the rest of the day's Worcester news
>HOLDEN (brought to you by Lamoureux Ford): Bagel Inn reopening today
-This week's road closures and traffic delays
-Russ Parker from Holden loves Lamoureux Ford (3:04)
-Holden police introduce newest officer
>THE BURBS (brought to you by North End Motor Sales): Missing Warren man with dementia found dead after 11-day search
-Worcester County Wonders: Westminster's most iconic company
-Whitney Pond Dam, deemed "significant hazard," removed in Ashburnham
-Westborough High principal leaving for new job in neighboring district
-Dudley Recreation Commission awarded $2,400 to support community events
>BARS & BANDS: The Mayor's Live Music List for Monday
>SHOWTIME: Justin Bieber, Madonna, BTS and Shakira divide World Cup audience
-Pianist Alley May Coté Dorgan to perform benefit concert for Community Cat Connection
-WCCA-TV's Video Jam Country No. 244 (59:58): American Blonde, John Carter Cash and more
>OPINION: Hank Naughton: Utility curbs wrong move to cut energy costs
-Unity Radio's Unity in the Community (57:37): Main South Business Association
-Radio Worcester Roundtable (48:35): Worcester tobacco rules, express rail, downtown mall, diners & roundabouts
>OBITUARIES: Tribute to woman who was an I.C.U. nurse for over 40 years
>SPORTS: Spain wins the World Cup by beating Argentina, 1-0
-Robert Kraft breaks silence on Mike Vrabel's troublesome offseason
-Red Sox beat Rays, 6-1, for 13th straight win
-Bravehearts beat New Britain, 11-1
-Win WooSox tickets courtesy of North End Motor Sales
-WooSox fall to Scranton/Wilkes-Barre, 5-4
>NATIONAL: U.S. bombing of Iran expands as Tehran retaliates against the Gulf states
-Hero cops stop mass shooting that left 9 people critically wounded
-Tragic: Father drowned while trying to save family from river
>NEW ENGLAND: Looking ahead to the Lindsay Clancy trial (4:18)
-Matt Damon says he’s making a Karen Read movie
>COLLEGES: WPI Podcast, Episode 39 (35:21): The A.I. Connector: Social and Data Sciences | Rob Krueger
>TRAVEL (brought to you by Fuller RV & Rental): What is a pillow menu and which hotels have one?
-Disneyland fans furious after park raises prices on food and drinks
>BUSINESS: Central Mass. business by the numbers
-Radio Worcester (8:46): Recognizing the signs of elder financial abuse could prevent a devastating scam
>SHOPPING: Panasonic toaster ovens recalled for shock, fire risk
>HEALTH: How to navigate health insurance prior authorization (2:12)
-What is cyclosporiasis and how can you avoid catching it?
>FOOD: Tiffany’s homestyle breakfast bake
>TV/STREAMING: Matt Damon movies on streaming to watch if you didn’t get tickets to "The Odyssey"
>MOVIES: "The Odyssey" seizes $124 million opening in box office triumph
>CELEBRITY: TIME100 Sports Gala red carpet: LeBron James, Ciara, Lindsey Vonn and more
-Julia Garner and husband Mark Foster separate after 6 years of marriage
>ANIMALS: Everyone walked past this sick cat until 1 woman stopped (5:06)
>HISTORY: Cape Cod’s "Texas Tower" was a stark reminder of the Cold War
>GOOD NEWS: Tartan Army members help Mass. girls raise money for kids with epilepsy (2:11)
-Meanwhile, in Alaska, bear enters mall on military base, poops on floor
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