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Here's what's happening in and around Worcester today
Coronavirus (COVID-19)
+6:00: 97 new cases in Worcester, 1,542 total. Shrewsbury 150 (+7 cases), Millbury 136 (+3), Leicester 61 (+2), Grafton 44 (+1), Holden 37 (+2). Press conference video (29:45)
+6:00: Worcester places 9 homeless people in permanent housing
+6:00: UMass Healthcare CEO says Worcester is the COVID-19 'hot spot' in Mass.
+6:00: Clark prof on 5 ways parents can motivate children at home during the pandemic – without nagging or tantrums
+6:00: Coronavirus deaths in Mass. are likely far higher than reported. Here’s why
+6:00: State totals: 1,316 long-term care deaths, 2,360 total, 3,079 new cases, 46,023 total, 195,076 tested. Story
+11:00: Spotted on Route 9 in Shrewsbury, a minivan that follows the rules
+11:00: Mass. sees 80,000 new unemployment claims
+11:00: Fed: Rent, mortgage payments in New England at risk due to unemployment surge
+11:00: 4.4 million Americans filed for unemployment last week
-Dramatic jump in number of new cases because of issue with state database. 206 new cases in Worcester, 1,445 total. Press conference video (33:28)
-Ch. 4: Worcester baby girl meets grandparents through window at St. V's (:38). Longer video (1:51)
-Should haircutting businesses be essential? Gov. Baker responds (4:02)
-Police warning New England residents to beware of stores selling fake test kits
-UMass Memorial establishes COVID-19 triage unit
-'Now more than ever, we need each other,' by Eric Dickson, President/CEO, UMass Memorial Health Care
-Mayor Petty asked to kickoff face mask fundraising challenge to benefit Worcester Together Fund
-Radio Worcester (11:46): Worcester Wednesday with Mayor Petty: School year done, COVID-19 and budget
-Radio Worcester Chamber Radio Blast with Tim Murray & Alex Guardiola (18:50): New financial relief for small businesses
-WCCA-TV's 'Daily Breaking' (13:28): Paula Bushey, Treasurer, Mustard Seed Catholic Worker
-Mass. releases new town-by-town data
-State totals: 1,205 long-term care deaths, 2,182 overall, 1,745 new cases, 42,944 total, 180,462 tested
-‘I’m begging people to listen’: Newton COVID-19 survivor shares story
-Many Mass. residents working from home are drinking on the clock, survey finds
-Boston mayor says lifting restrictions could be months away (1:25)
-At the office: You may be eligible for unemployment while day care is closed
-Banks made $10 billion in fees on coronavirus loans despite little or no risk
-Most Americans want more economic stimulus
-CDC warns of a possibly worse outbreak this winter
-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
-Good news (brought to you by Bertera Nissan): Gardner couple makes, distributes masks for free (1:49)
In Other News
+6:00: Owner of The Fix, Mezcal and Bocado plans to reopen some Worcester restaurants May 1, but others may not open until 2021
+6:00: Updated list of restaurants offering take out or delivery
+6:00: Mass. Symphony co-founder Madelyn Levenson dies at 96 in Worcester
+11:00: The 016 in the news, on 'Get Real with Bob and Stacey' (18:06)
+11:00: Updated list of restaurants offering take out or delivery
-Worcester County home, condo prices soar in March
-Worcesteria: The home team steps up
-Bravehearts launch third Piece of Our 'Hearts song scramble
-Peppercorn's introduces Family Meal Package
-Local chefs share some home-cooking ideas
-Tribute to former 'Stitch,' the former Shrewsbury St. tailor who passed away a month after his wife
-Reminder: Trash and recycling in Worcester delayed a day because of Patriot's Day
-Updated hours, senior hours for Worcester-area grocery stores
-MLB punishes Red Sox: Replay operator banned for year, team loses pick, no further Cora discipline
-Shopping: Save up to $1,000 on an LG STUDIO Kitchen Bundle at Better Electric
-Homes (brought to you by Ross Mortgage): Houseplants bring added health benefits to your home
-Awww: Trapped squirrel rescued from window of Worcester beauty store (10 photos)
-On the lighter side: Dog steals fake teeth, runs around with gigantic smile in viral video
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In The News
>WEATHER: Mark Rosenthal's 7-day forecast (:52). High of 46 today in Worcester
>TOP OF THE NEWS
+1:00: City Council votes to study replacement of aging police headquarters
+1:00: All in fun for comedian Marlon Wayans in Worcester
+1:00: Actress and singer Lindsay Mendez set for Broadway in Worcester
+1:00: Last Call: Kalan Lewis, mentorship program director at Q.C.C.
-Woman in her 60s dies after Southbridge house fire (:19). Article
-Earlier: Southbridge fire leaves woman in critical condition (1:43). Article
-Armed & dangerous suspect wanted in Worcester bar shooting
-Amid shortage, Worcester permitted nearly 400 fewer housing units last year
-How a Worcester opt-out provision for developers is leading to more affordable housing
-Worcester manager to ask council for tax break for incoming homeless center
-How to be among the first to try new restaurant at former Flying Rhino spot on Shrewsbury Street
-From factories to families: Worcester State students unveil new vision for Worcester’s history
>DINING OUT: Vote now for the best fish and chips in Central Mass.
-ICYMI: Victim of fatal crash in Shrewsbury was member of U.S. Army, friends say
-Saint Vincent parent company wins lawsuit over poor hospital safety grades
-The Worcester farmers market is returning, and moving to a familiar location
-Worcester County Wonders: Worcester's oldest theater plans a rebirth
-See the rest of the day's Worcester news
>HOLDEN (brought to you by Lamoureux Ford): March Senior Center events
-Winter snow brings great values at Lamoureux Ford (2:00)
-This week's road closures and traffic delays
>THE BURBS (brought to you by North End Motor Sales): Perrone’s Barber Shop may be demolished to make way for new bank
-Man's rescue from under S.U.V. in Webster parking lot caught on bodycam (1:02)
-Grafton police clarify relationship with I.C.E., federal authorities in letter to community
-Cultural Night at Glenwood Elementary March 24th
-Finn Park celebrates 100 years
-Hopedale accepting nominations for volunteerism award
>BARS & BANDS: The Mayor's Live Music List for Wednesday
-Jazzed Up at The Uxlocale, 7 to 9 Friday
>SHOWTIME: Jamie Wax to have a staged reading of his new play in Worcester
-Phish returns to the top 10 on multiple Billboard charts with "New Year’s Eve 1993 / Live At Worcester Centrum"
-TODAY! Brown Bag Concert Series returns to Mechanics Hall
>OPINION: Dani Killay: Worcester Speaks No. 14 — Jess Curtin & Travis Duda
-Alex Corrales: Rising to challenges for Worcester's public housing
-Radio Worcester's The Rundown (26:22): Holden defies M.B.T.A. law, Worcester crime stats debate
>OBITUARIES: Tribute to woman who lost everything in Worcester tornado of 1953
>SPORTS: What Romeo Doubs brings to Patriots as No. 2 receiver for Drake Maye
-Celtics lose to San Antonio, 125-116 (1:57). Article
-Bruins beat Los Angeles, 2-1
-U.S. suffers embarrassing World Baseball Classic loss to Italy in massive upset
-Holy Cross women’s basketball cruises to victory over Colgate in Patriot League quarterfinal
-Holy Cross mourns the loss of Mark Gallagher
-Millbury's magical run comes to an end in the Division 4 state semifinals
>NATIONAL: 6 dead in Switzerland bus fire, police suspect arson
-U.S.-Iran tensions escalate over oil shipments in Strait of Hormuz
-Tragic: Mother mauled to death by 3 dogs while protecting son
>NEW ENGLAND: Mass., 25 other states continue fight against Ticketmaster
-New England residents wake up to frightening door-kicking prank made popular by viral challenge (1:47)
-Cohasset man charged after shooting family dog in head from window, police say
>COLLEGES: Charlie Baker to deliver Holy Cross commencement
>TRAVEL (brought to you by Fuller RV & Rental): 5 places known for unique weather patterns
-Southwest allegedly testing plan to clean less between flights
>BUSINESS: Ayer manufacturer finishes $55 million expansion, builds world’s largest tofu production line
-LPL Financial Research: Markets tested as Iran conflict continues
-Lawmakers still flooded with complaints about administration of unemployment benefits
>HOMES: The most popular houseplants for any skill level
>HEALTH: Fewer U.S. women dying during childbirth, C.D.C. report says
>FOOD: Creamy Tuscan garlic shrimp
>TV/STREAMING: Teaser for new HBO series "Lanterns" (2:21)
>MOVIES: Best Picture showdown between "One Battle After Another" and "Sinners" brings some legitimate heat to Oscars
>CELEBRITY: The Harvey Weinstein prison interview from Rikers: Hollywood Reporter exclusive
-Quentin Tarantino reacts to Rosanna Arquette for "Pulp Fiction" N-word slam
>ANIMALS: Cuddly baby squirrels visit their rescuer every day (3:18)
>HISTORY: Downtown Worcester during demolition for Worcester Galleria
>GOOD NEWS: Dad, 99, helps son, 80, finally crack free oysters promotion at restaurant
-Meanwhile, in the U.K., Finnish couple takes first in the annual wife carrying race
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