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Here's what's happening in and around Worcester today
Coronavirus (COVID-19)
-99 new cases in Worcester, 3,760 total; Shrewsbury, 256 (2 new cases); Millbury, 203 (+2); Leicester, 124 (+3); Grafton, 78 (+1); Holden, 71 (0). Press conference video (39:45)
-Worcester seeing nearly 25% positive rate in tests
-Worcesterites reflect on the small things they miss from the pre-lockdown life
-Patriots’ Lawrence Guy donates week’s worth of meals to families in Worcester
-CVS opens 2 new testing sites in Worcester County
-UMass Memorial lost up to $70M in March, April
-Tim Murray: Buy local to help small businesses survive
-State totals: 3,755 long-term care deaths, 6,148 total, 647 in ICU, 1,114 new cases
-Mass. sees 38,000 new unemployment claims
-Mass. is processing extended unemployment claims; here’s how to apply for Pandemic Emergency Unemployment Compensation
-Another 2.4 million Americans filed for unemployment last week
-FTC warns some nursing homes, assisted living facilities keeping residents’ stimulus checks
-Chinese city of Shulan now under Wuhan-like coronavirus lockdown
-Suddenly it's summer of the RV (4:34)
-Help To Retire offering remote consultations to those nearing retirement (1:00)
-Good news (brought to you by Bertera Nissan): Window doesn't stop 50th anniversary of local couple
In Other News
-2:15: Who's open for take out or delivery? (updated)
-Worcester Police seek suspects in Beth Israel break-in
-46-year-old Worcester man caught holding drugs while driving
-Tasty treats: Armsby Abbey, WooBerry to create cocktail-inspired frozen treats
-New Arctic Summer hard seltzer flavors ranked
-Quinsigamond holds virtual commencement
-‘God will make everything right,’ SPM grads told
-Worcester schools hope to update student information system
-10 great reads to pass the time
-Bravehearts partner with 'Be The Match - Brothers for Bryce' (2:06)
-ICYMI: Double heartbreak: 2 area couples die 9 days apart
-Shopping: Gap takes 50% off sitewide for Memorial Day sale
-Homes (brought to you by Ross Mortgage): Apartments for rent in Worcester: What will $1,300 get you?
-Meanwhile, in Florida: Video captures wild paint fight at Florida Home Depot
In The News
>WEATHER: Mark Rosenthal's 7-day forecast (:39). High of 47 today in Worcester
-Even after snowy winter, drought remains a concern in Central Massachusetts
>TOP OF THE NEWS
-Worcester's proud Irish culture
-Related: Radio Worcester (14:01): Everything you need to know about today's Worcester’s St. Patrick’s Parade
-Related: What you need to know about the parade
-Related: Murphy dancers bring Irish spirit to parade
-Related: St. Patrick's Parade road closures
-Related: Worcester among best cities to celebrate St. Patrick's Day
-Find the unexpected in Massport's Worcester Airport ad campaign
-Worcester’s plan to build 12,000+ housing units in 8 years gets OK from state
-Worcester Guardian Week in Review: Rockets, council fights and March traditions
>FAITH: Douglas woman became an Episcopal priest later in life
>DINING OUT: Where to get corned beef on St. Patrick's Day
-ICYMI: March Madness in Worcester. Why doesn’t NCAA Tournament come here anymore?
-Whiskey Lounge a new destination in Worcester's nightlife
-"Food, Clothing, Love": Mustard Seed an indispensable resource
-Worcester retirement system C.E.O. abused public funds: Report
-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)
-Nominations open for Holden Women's Club Person of the Year
>THE BURBS (brought to you by North End Motor Sales): Vehicle crashes into solarium at Burger King in Gardner
-Woman accused of threatening teen with knives in East Brookfield taken into custody
-Man arrested for throwing frozen deer meat at girlfriend, breaking phone in domestic incident
-Shrewsbury Police Department February stats
-Ex-UConn coach Calhoun to sign his book at Sturbridge pickleball club
>BARS & BANDS: The Mayor's Live Music List for Sunday
>SHOWTIME: Things to Do: Perreoland, The Combination, SW!NG OUT and more ...
-WICN's fourth annual Women’s History Month live concert broadcast Sunday
-David Gilmour’s "The Black Strat" guitar sells for a record-breaking $14.55 million at auction
-Robert Goddard's pioneering rocket launch celebrated 100 years later at EcoTarium (1:45)
-Cultural expo 6 p.m. next Saturday
>OPINION: Janice Lindsay: This is so American
-Brian Nelson Laurel cartoon on St. Patrick's Day in Worcester
-Unity Radio's Future Focus (58:40): District 3 City Councilor John P. Fresolo, and Alex Guardiola, District D School Committee member
-Radio Worcester Roundtable (50:26): Development, costs and city projects
-Radio Worcester's The Rundown (27:20): Worcester development, Ticketmaster settlement and major stories
>OBITUARIES: Tribute to Worcester woman who ran a nurturing home day care for years
>SPORTS: Wachusett girls' basketball wins Division 1 state title for second straight season
-Celtics beat Wizards, 111-100
-Glen Davis released from prison early after 40-month fraud sentence
-Bruins beat Captials, 3-2
-Holy Cross women’s basketball to battle Lehigh today in Patriot League championship, game on CBS Sports Network
-Holy Cross men's hockey season comes to an end with Atlantic Hockey semifinal loss to Bentley
-Railers beat Reading, 5-2
-Boston Legacy breaks NWSL attendance record for largest inaugural home opener
-Formula 1 calls off April races due to Iran war
>NATIONAL: U.F.O. release could include videos, satellite photos of non-human craft: source
-The biggest change to voting in election bill could become a burden for many U.S. voters
-Tragic: Father accused of shaking 5-week-old daughter to death
>NEW ENGLAND: Bomb threat leaves Boston JetBlue passengers stuck on tarmac for hours
-Ex-Western New England University student charged after weapons, pressure cooker found in dorm room
>COLLEGES: Anna Maria AMCast Oscar predictions
>TRAVEL (brought to you by Fuller RV & Rental): Rethinking Mexico spring break? Here are domestic alternatives
-Southwest Airlines sparks outrage over seat-pocket rule
>BUSINESS: SiriusXM do-not-call settlement: 1 week left to file a claim
-Radio Worcester (9:39): How “money stories” shape financial decisions
>HOMES: State dangles incentives for starter home zoning districts
>HEALTH: Infectious disease expert's advice at start of tick season (3:24)
>FOOD: Spring baking treats + little helping hands
>TV/STREAMING: "Deadliest Catch" cast member details horrific circumstances that led to Todd Meadows' death
>MOVIES: Oscars guide: Presenters, nominees, start time
-The tightest race in years: Predictions for the 98th Academy Awards
-Razzie Awards winners: Worst movies of the year
>CELEBRITY: Did Jessie Buckley "Norbit" her Oscar chances, Eddie Murphy-style?
-Oscars 2026: Hollywood’s top facialists dish on how get celebs award show ready
>ANIMALS: Man finds cat begging for a friend in his stairwell (2:04)
>GOOD NEWS: How a beloved fan at local sporting events became a pillar of this town (2:35)
-Meanwhile, in Kansas, escaped bull visits high school
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