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Here's what's happening in and around Worcester today
Coronavirus (COVID-19)
+6:00: 42 new cases in Worcester, 910 total, Shrewsbury 95 (+0), Grafton 35 (+2), Holden 29 (+1), Leicester 15 (+0). Press conference video (26:05)
+6:00: Worcester Airport receives $1.3 million in federal funds
+6:00: WPI research finds SARS drugs could treat coronavirus
+6:00: Worcester Creative Relief Fund distributes $35,000 to local artists
+6:00: State totals: 151 new deaths, 1,108 total, 1,755 new cases, 29,918 total, 132,023 tested
+6:00: Stimulus check payments: Online banking down for many
+6:00: 2 million coronavirus cases have been reported worldwide
+11:40: U.S. retail sales see biggest drop ever
+9:30: Turn seltzer bottles into protective masks? Polar co-owners got you
+8:05: Father of UMass Memorial nurse surprises daughter with thoughtful gesture
+8:05: Donations help fuel Sir Loin Catering's free takeout service
+7:00: New cluster at another Worcester senior home: Officials
-153 new cases in Worcester, 868 total, Shrewsbury 95 (+6), Grafton 33 (+2), Holden 28 (+0), Leicester 15 (+1). Press conference video (17:13)
-59 prisoners have been released from Worcester County jails because of coronavirus concerns
-Police, firefighters pay tribute to Worcester health care workers with parade (5:33)
-Good news (brought to you by Bertera Nissan): Boulevard Diner in Worcester to open Free Little Pantry outside diner
-Radio Worcester (14:01): City Manager Ed Augustus - State of COVID-19 in Worcester (April 14)
-Radio Worcester (8:49): Glory! A Beer that helps fight COVID-19 with Tim Garvin of the United Way of Central Mass
-Railers create stimulus package for Central Mass. small businesses
-State totals: 113 new deaths, 957 total, 1,296 new cases, 28,163 total, 126,551 tested
-Baker focusing on surge before opening economy (2:29)
-Nearly 5 times as many in Mass. apply for food assistance (2:04)
-Death toll at Holyoke Soldiers’ Home increases to 44
-Cancer patients in Mass. feeling strain (1:52)
-Maine joins Conn., Vt. extending until mid-May
-Newly found mutation could threaten vaccine race, study says
-WHO says 70 vaccines are in the works
-‘One World: Together At Home’ announces Alicia Keys, Jennifer Lopez, Taylor Swift to perform live
-Amazon hiring 75,000 more workers to keep up with demand
-Woman in Wash. fighting coronavirus gives birth while in an induced coma
-Patients' oxygen levels 'significantly better' when on stomach, ICU doc says (1:44)
-Not too early to start making plans for when this is over. 52 RVs for rent you can tour online at Fuller RV Rental & Sales
-On the lighter side: Coors Light delivers 150 cans of beer to 93-year-old woman who was running low in quarantine
In Other News
+6:00: Worcester schools raising money to provide students Chromebooks for remote learning
+6:00: Worcester Housing Authority completes second phase $13.5 million energy efficiency project
+6:00: Insane video captures massive paper mill explosion in Maine (warning: language)
-Gun found in stolen car in Worcester; 2 arrested
-Storm damages historic Mechanics Hall in Worcester as copper roof began to blow off, but it could have been worse
-Worcester schools could reinvest budget savings, buy laptops
-Another tractor-trailer rollover I-290 West to Mass Pike in Auburn
-Updated list of restaurants offering take out or delivery
-Worcesteria: Still not wooing Conan O'Brien
-Holy Cross names new women's basketball coach
-Victim of hit and run driver speaks out
-Shopping: DSW takes 40 percent off shoes, handbags for flash sale
-Homes (brought to you by Ross Mortgage): How 3-month mortgage payment deferral works (1:55)
In The News
>WEATHER: Mark Rosenthal's 7-day forecast (1:05). High of 65 today in Worcester
>TOP OF THE NEWS
-Shooting investigation shuts down highway ramp in Worcester (:26). Article
-Worcester police launch test of new light on patrol vehicles
-Worcester police want your help: Naming their new comfort dog
-What's becoming of Chip Norton's Worcester properties?
-Monday's Child: Randy, 14, an artist, enjoys sporting events, museums, trips to the zoo
-Pulse Magazine's Eat Beat for October
-Speedy’s Drive In was an iconic Worcester destination
-Worcester Animal Rescue League is in need of donations
-Radio Worcester's The Rundown (24:25): Calls for civilian oversight amid skepticism over implementation
>POLITICS: Which candidates for mayor, City Council have raised most money?
-Worcester candidate profile: Jermoh Kamara for City Councilor At-Large
-Councilor King backs research bureau call for civilian police oversight
-Radio Worcester Roundtable (46:55): City Council cell phone use becomes a campaign issue
>DINING OUT: Shrewsbury Street restaurant changes hours, opens 7 days a week
-ICYMI: Thousands pack Institute Park for Worcester's "No Kings" protest. Video (2:08:06)
-Worcester tried classical music to stop "illegal activities" in Canal District. It didn't work
-Woman arrested in Worcester wanted in Hawaii for child sex assault
-See the rest of the day's Worcester news
>HOLDEN (brought to you by Lamoureux Ford): Scout's book shares epilepsy experiences
-America's newest game show, filmed at Lamoureux Ford (1:40)
-New fields being used as work continues
>THE BURBS (brought to you by North End Motor Sales): Car fire in Charlton spreads to nearby brush early Sunday morning
-7 displaced after Fitchburg apartment fire; dog resuscitated by E.M.S.
-Item photos: In West Boylston, families invited to "touch a truck"
-School study leads West Boylston fall town meeting warrant
-Whittier Farms given grant to improve food security
-Southbridge High unveils sensory immersion room as part of the CARES program
-Ashburnham man tased and arrested in woods after prowling in driveway; oxycodone recovered
-New protein shake spot coming to Northborough
>BARS & BANDS: The Mayor's Live Music List for Monday
-Jazzed Up Trio 6 to 9 Wednesdays at 961 at Union Station
>SHOWTIME: Legendary rock band honored at Worcester show for 25 million plays on Apple Music
-Rickie Lee Jones brings ribald remarks and finely crafted tunes to Mass.
-100 FM The Pike (16:38): Jeff Belanger, paranormal expert
>OPINION: Harold Wimmer: How 2 minutes can possibly save your life
-Richard T. Moore: State headed for perfect storm on senior care
-This Week in Worcester Podcast (2:04:27)
>OBITUARIES: Tribute to man who worked as a missionary, pastor, and chaplain for 50 years
>SPORTS: Drake Maye brilliant despite injury scare in 31-13 rout
-Where do Patriots rank in AFC hierarchy?
-Awkward behind-the-scenes NFL footage of Jordon Hudson and Bill Belichick exposed
-Holy Cross Men's rowing wins Collegiate 8+ at Head of the Charles
-Holy Cross women’s ice hockey earns shutout victory over Dartmouth
-Bruins lose to Utah, 3-2
-Railers lose to Adirondack, 5-3
>CARS: Consumer Reports: Best cars and insurance tips for teen drivers
>NATIONAL: Government shutdown enters fourth week
-Virginia Giuffre was left bloodied and beaten by Prime Minister
-Tragic: Dad of 4, dog die when fishing boat capsizes on river
>NEW ENGLAND: Toddler dies in head-on crash involving S.U.V., work van in Taunton
-2 teens arrested in woman’s shooting in Hyannis
-Mass. Health Connector insurance costs could rise in 2026
>COLLEGES: Anna Maria Professor Jennifer Carlson to address legislative hearing on emergency management
-Radio Worcester (9:51): Q.C.C. President Luis Pedraja on Hispanic Heritage Month and free college support
>TRAVEL (brought to you by Fuller RV & Rental): 7 regional U.S. specialties you need to try
-5 hotel etiquette tips you should know
>BUSINESS: Roblox, Snapchat, Fortnite, Amazon and more suffer global outages
-Sora A.I. is the hottest new social media app — and people are buying invites off eBay
>SHOPPING: Move over labubus, people are willing to pay over $10,000 for these fluffy toys
>HOMES: Beverly Hills home of billionaire from Worcester for sale for $195 million
>HEALTH: Overdose deaths in seniors see dramatic rise from deadly drug mix
-State launches campaign to boost COVID and flu vaccination rates (1:39)
>FOOD: From farm to table: Apple edition (4:52)
>TV/STREAMING: Trailer for new Netflix true crime doc, "Aileen: Queen of the Serial Killers" (2:03)
>MOVIES: "Black Phone 2" rules box office with $26.5 million opening
>CELEBRITY: Taylor Swift has had "no contact" with former B.F.F. Blake Lively
-Angelina Jolie makes rare comment on double mastectomy, removing ovaries
>HISTORY: Then & Now: Simon Fairfield Public Library, Douglas
>ANIMALS: Tiki the rescue dog inspires support for other animals in need (3:32)
>GOOD NEWS: Second grader thriving after life-saving leukemia treatment
-Meanwhile, in Connecticut, escaped goats become local celebrities
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