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Here's what's happening in and around Worcester today
Coronavirus (COVID-19)
+7:45: 47 new cases in Worcester, 2,971 total. Shrewsbury, 229 (3 new cases); Millbury, 182 (+4); Leicester, 110 (+3); Grafton, 67 (+1); Holden, 64. Press conference video (26:00)
+7:45: Coronavirus isolation and recovery site opens in Worcester providing shelter, food for low income individuals
+7:45: Radio Worcester (16:54): Dr. Michael Hirsh talks Worcester's Coronavirus Status & Opening Up
+7:45: Gov. Baker says state will open in 4 phases (2:30)
+7:45: These standards must be in place for Mass. businesses to reopen
+7:45: Mass. virus deaths hit 5,000 amid calls to reopen (1:31)
+7:30: Worcesteria: Don't overinflate preacher's importance
+7:30: Boston’s homeless population has 33% infection rate, tests show
+7:30: New Hampshire begins next steps in reopening (1:13)
+7:30: What U.S. states can learn from reopening planning in Europe
-70 new cases in Worcester, 2,924 total. Shrewsbury, 226 (4 new cases); Millbury, 178 (as of Friday); Leicester, 107 (+1); Grafton, 66 (0); Holden, 64 (0). Press conference video (17:24)
-Polar Park and other essential construction shut down can resume this week
-UMass Memorial program gives dying patients a chance to see family members one last time
-ICYMI: COVID-19 claims Worcester father & son days apart
-ICYMI: Holy Cross professor says there's no 'obvious timeline' to Worcester's economy jump-start
-Worcester pastor says he is standing up to 'tyranny' by holding church services
-Ray Mariano: Coronavirus national leadership tournament
-Rutland police officer John Songy in critical condition, ‘has now entered organ failure’
-WATCH: Webster Rehabilitation patient 'graduates' after beating COVID-19
-State totals: 3,001 long-term care deaths, 3,979 total, 810 in ICU, 1,050 new cases
-Delta halts flights out of Manchester, Providence until at least September
-Everything you need to know about mysterious illness that could be linked to coronavirus in kids
-Meat shortages could last through summer
-Walmart and other superstores continue coronavirus-fueled hiring spree
-At the (home) office: Some tips to get more out of Zoom, Skype video calls, meetings
-Help To Retire offering remote consultations to those nearing retirement (1:00)
-Homes (brought to you by Ross Mortgage): Creative Ideas for Stay-At-Home Fun during COVID-19
-Good news (brought to you by Bertera Nissan): Daughter follows mom onto nursing staff at UMass Memorial
In Other News
+7:30: JCPenney could be the next iconic retailer to file for bankruptcy -- perhaps as soon as this week
+7:30: USDA buying millions worth of excess food from farmers to distribute to communities in need
+7:30: Disney World now only accepting reservations beginning in July
+8:15: This Week’s roadwork in Worcester
-Bean Counter Coffee Bar and Bakery opens new location in Worcester allowing for employees to return
-Who's open for take out or delivery? (updated)
-Worcester Police investigate Sunday morning shooting on Main Street
-Gunfire detected, evidence collected near Chandler and King streets in Worcester
-Two arrested for pair of armed robberies in Worcester, third suspect at large
-Break-in reported at Worcester synagogue
-Car thefts spike, many other crimes decrease in Worcester during pandemic
-ICYMI: Worcester Diocese named in New Mexico child sex abuse suit
-Worcester's City Council sees thousands view public meetings streaming online
-Video: Mother's day sunset at the Old Stone Church in West Boylston (:43)
-ICYMI: Great drone video of Indian Lake & Sears Island in Worcester from New England Sky Pix (2:00)
-Fewer cars on road allows Webster Police to suspend traffic enforcement
-Worcester County Memorial Park places flowers at graves for Mother's Day
-Song to Get You Through the Week: Sapling delivers hilarious 'Everything Was Better'
-New England: N.H. woman caught speeding twice within 13 minutes
-Jerry Stiller, comedian and 'Seinfeld'; actor, dies at 92
In The News
>WEATHER: Mark Rosenthal's 7-day forecast (:39). High of 40 today in Worcester
>TOP OF THE NEWS
-Worcester police S.W.A.T. team arrests man after armed domestic incident on Lawnfair Street
-Real estate developer Chip Norton sued by creditor who claims he owes $1 million
-Federal judge forces Worcester pastor Encarnacion into bankruptcy
-R.F.K. Jr. demands Dunkin', Starbucks prove drinks are "safe" (1:51). Article
-Radio Worcester (10:45): Vendors sought for Out to Lunch summer series on the Common
-Aislinn Doyle: March 5th School Committee meeting agenda preview
-Worcester considers cutting school busing distance to 1.5 miles
-Updated Worcester trash and recycling schedule through March 9th
>DINING OUT: Phantom Gourmet visits Worcester restaurant (5:05)
-ICYMI: Auburn police seek missing woman last seen in Florida over a month ago
-What you need to know: Worcester St. Patrick’s Parade ready to step off
-A.G. confirms lawsuit to follow Holden Town Meeting vote on housing law
-Holy Cross students keep community fed with fridge program (1:32)
-See the rest of the day's Worcester news
>HOLDEN (brought to you by Lamoureux Ford): Wachusett Echo: Debate over homework load continues at W.R.H.S.
-Winter snow brings great values at Lamoureux Ford (2:00)
-Wachusett Echo: The rewards and realities of A.P. classes at Wachusett
>THE BURBS (brought to you by North End Motor Sales): D.A. says foul play suspected after human remains found in Shirley
-Grafton Select Board approves increase to pay-as-you-throw bag fees
-Good deed by Gardner D.P.W. raises eyebrows on City Council
-$1 million lottery winner in Shrewsbury eyes investment, home buy
-Spencer selectmen hear more about FY'27 budget
-Police logs from Shrewsbury, Northborough and Westborough
>BARS & BANDS: The Mayor's Live Music List for Thursday
>SHOWTIME: Grace Givertz in the spotlight for Club 321 at Mechanics Hall
-Listen Up: Worcester's Many Kids Take Meds debuts new singles
-Discovering King Tut's Tomb exhibit coming to Boston (1:54)
>OPINION: Last Call: Rosa Fernandez, community health leader
-Tracey Faraday: Self-care station for your 2 a.m. feedings
-Radio Worcester Roundtable (48:00): Worcester police staffing crisis and $35 million Holden sewer lawsuit loss
>OBITUARIES: Tribute to past president of the Worcester Rotary Club
>SPORTS: Patriots to release Stefon Diggs in cost-saving move: Reports
-Mike Vrabel sparks A.J. Brown-to-Patriots trade speculation with latest comments
-Celtics lose to Hornets, 118-89 (2:04). Article
-Holy Cross women’s basketball completes 12-point fourth-quarter comeback against B.U.; secures No. 2 seed in Patriot League tournament
-Holy Cross women's hockey coach Katie Lachapelle named Hockey East Coach of the Year
-Holy Cross men’s basketball travels to No. 2 Lehigh for Patriot League quarterfinals
-South girls' hoops star Madison Leighton balances court, class, crisis
>NATIONAL: Iran launches new wave of attacks on Israeli and U.S. bases
-Father who gave gun to alleged school shooter is convicted of murder
-Tragic: Husband fatally shot wife and himself at hospital moments after welcoming their first child
>NEW ENGLAND: Providence diocese abuse report exposes decades of cover up
-Cash box with $1,000 stolen from Girl Scouts selling cookies in New Hampshire
>TRAVEL (brought to you by Fuller RV & Rental): Expedia's most affordable U.S. and abroad destinations for 2026
-The ultimate guide to solo travel confidence
>BUSINESS: 21 Attorneys General demand action from GoFundMe
-LPL Financial Research: How LPL Research thinks about dividends
-How long will it take to pay off your credit card?
>HOMES: Tips for snow and ice removal around your home
>HEALTH: Rates of rectal cancer rising, particularly among young people (1:59)
>FOOD: KFC revives beloved '90s menu item—but fans say something's missing
>TV/STREAMING: What is “Netflix After Dark”? Is the N.S.F.W. streaming category real?
>MOVIES: Trailer for "Peaky Blinders: The Immortal Man" (2:40)
>CELEBRITY: All the celebrities at Paris Fashion Week March
-Christina Applegate dumped Brad Pitt for '80s rocker: memoir
>ANIMALS: Orange cat outsmarts his entire household (1:52)
>HISTORY: Worcester County Wonders: The Worcester woman who refused to pay taxes
>GOOD NEWS: Years-old lottery numbers finally earn woman a $100,000 prize
-Meanwhile, world's smallest arcade machine is only .98 inch tall
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