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Here's what's happening in and around Worcester today
Coronavirus (COVID-19)
+8:30: Worcester medical director Dr. Michael Hirsh says to 'downsize expectations' for family gatherings over the holidays
+8:30: Massachusetts reports 923 new cases, 12 additional deaths
-Several landlords, many with properties in Worcester area, agree to pause evictions
-State implements 9:30 curfew for many businesses, 10 p.m.-5 a.m. stay-at-home guidance
-Gov. Charlie Baker explains reasoning behind stay-at-home advisory (3:30)
-LIST: Massachusetts is ordering these businesses to follow 9:30 p.m. curfew
-Gov. Baker: We must all 'step up and make changes' to avoid rollback (1:08)
-Lt.Gov. Polito of Shrewsbury gives Coronavirus update (2:47)
-Worcester Public School students weigh in on remote learning as some prepare to return to the classroom
-Worcester begins process of moving 'Stop the Spread’ testing indoors, next clinic will be Thursday
-ICYMI: Free testing at Quinsigamond CC Worcester campus extended through end of November
-Massachusetts reports 725 new cases, 9 additional deaths
-Employees working in multiple nursing homes can significantly drive spread
-Commute & Travel (brought to you by Fuller RV): Family buys RV, travels country amid pandemic
-Record number of American children tested positive last week
Election Day 2020 (Latest Election News)
+8:30: Worcester expects record 70 percent turnout (1:48)
+8:30: Radio Worcester (13:57): City Manager Ed Augustus talks Election Day and new state Covid restrictions
+11:45: Here's what you need to know in Worcester on Election Day
+11:45: Election Night parties, another casualty of COVID
-1.3 million expected to vote on Election Day in Massachusetts
-On Radio Worcester, Worcester medical director Dr. Michael Hirsh issues strong endorsement. Audio (9:09)
-Holy Cross President Fr. Boroughs: 'These are not only acts of civic responsibility, they are acts of love.'
-State rules for counting early ballots may create false leads tonight
-U.S. Senate and congressional races to watch
-When will we know who won? 3 possible scenarios
-Clark University experts to hold public Zoom forum on Wednesday to discuss results
In The News
+8:30: Man arrested at house party in Clinton with firearm
-8:30: Acclaimed young Russian pianist featured in Music Worcester concert
+8:30: Science LIVE brings virtual labs to area middle school students
+11:45: 5 Things You Need to Know Today in Worcester – Nov. 2
-T&G's lawsuit against Worcester for police disciplinary records goes to court
-Worcester man gets 10 years for 2013 fatal shooting in Great Brook Valley
-Worcester’s Board of Health eyes town hall forum to discuss issues of racism
-Worcester leaf collection continues today in Vernon Hill, South Worcester
-ICYMI: 3-alarm fire tears through Vernon Hill three-decker (video)
-Bars & Bands (brought to you by Wachusett Wine & Spirits): The Mayor’s Live Music & Live Streaming List by Jay Berman
-The Burbs (brought to you by North End Motor Sales): To celebrate 5th anniversary of Burns Bridge over Lake Quinsigamond, here's a time-lapse of it being built (1:51)
-End of an era: Friendly's files for bankruptcy, agrees to sell restaurants
-Cars: The whole team at Bertera Nissan looks forward to serving you
-Tragic: Alabama man shoots stepdaughter after mistaking her for intruder
-CMS touts lower premiums and benefits of Medicare Advantage plans this year
-Good news (brought to you by Bertera Nissan): Single foster dad in Ohio adopts five siblings so they can stay together
-Homes: 5 new homes for sale in Worcester
-Shopping: Take 25 percent off athletic footwear from Adidas, Nike, New Balance at DSW
-Meanwhile, in China, man covers himself with 140 pounds of bees
-Latest obituaries | | Yesterday's highlights | | Today's horoscope
In The News
>WEATHER: Mark Rosenthal's 7-day forecast (:36). High of 60 today in Worcester
>TOP OF THE NEWS
+Noon: The end of an era for Pecorino Cheese Shop, set to close July 31st
+Noon: Things to Do: Christine Ohlman, Speak Easy Story Night and more
+Noon: Highlights and history mark Denholm Building exhibit
+Noon: Poetry Town: "Empty Chairs" by Ronald C. McGilvray
+Noon: First Person: Joe Fusco Jr. brings jokes to Mass as saints listen in
+Noon: Tracking Patriots' schedule leaks with dates and times
-Worcester pastor accused of fraud shuns testimony in bankruptcy case
-Worcester fox attack leads to rabies treatment, public health questions
-Holden man recalls time in quarantine unit now used for hantavirus
-READ: Worcester-area complaints to F.C.C. about Super Bowl halftime show
-Weekly farmers market in Worcester opens Sunday
-UMass Medical School students launch summer camp for Worcester high schoolers interested in careers in medicine
-Worcester nonprofit leader Ron Waddell announces run for state Rep.
-Burncoat High School launches feasibility study for possible new school project
-Out to Lunch set to return to Worcester Common with new musical acts
-Check out this McDonald's-themed cake from Worcester bakery
-Last Call: Retired astronaut and researcher Al Sacco Jr. keeps looking up
-18 new condos on Elm Street are for sale. Take a look inside
-2 dogs found at Hope Cemetery in Worcester, 1 found on Belmont Street
>DINING OUT: Phantom Gourmet's Great 8 Globally Inspired Restaurants (5:23)
-ICYMI: Victim of fatal Worcester pedestrian crash was beloved firefighter
-Police body camera video shows moments after child fell from window in Worcester
-Worcester cybersecurity firm issues warning over financial future
-Controversial 288-unit Worcester housing project in limbo after zoning request withdrawn
-Worcester airport director to retire after 18 years
-Popular true crime podcast examines 2017 Worcester murder
-See the rest of the day's Worcester news
>HOLDEN (brought to you by Lamoureux Ford): Town warns that door‑to‑door solar sales aren't affiliated with Light Department
-Lamoureux Ford wins record 29th Ford President's Award (4:16)
-$35 million sewer settlement will not offset $5.5 million override, officials say
-Official results: Voters pass Proposition 2 1/2 override
-Related: Message from Town Manager Peter Lukes
>THE BURBS (brought to you by North End Motor Sales): House arrest for ex-Westminster postal worker who hid bathroom camera
-Spencer man arrested for pulling knife on Leicester Walmart employee, threatening to slit cop's throat
-Candidates thank voters after Shrewsbury election wins
-Endangered Central Mass. school gets to stay open — for now
-Grafton Town Meeting approves override vote on town ballot
-Hear from the Grafton School Committee candidates in lead-up to Election Day
-Stephen Koronis named Charlton Select Board Chairman
>BARS & BANDS: The Mayor's Live Music List for Thursday
>SHOWTIME: Between The Buried And Me to rise again at Palladium
-Chance the Rapper, Lainey Wilson among Boston Pops Fireworks Spectacular performers (1:42)
-WPI Professor Michelle Ephraim’s memoir shortlisted for international literary prize
>OPINION: Tiffany Williams: Worcester is trying to build a modern city while still operating in the past
-Mary C. DeSouza: Parenting as a part of spring's natural flow
-WCCA-TV's Senior Speak No. 934 (28:01): Donald Perron, Part 2
-Radio Worcester's The Rundown (26:08): Viral McDonald’s video, city budget hearings and public safety concerns
-Radio Worcester Roundtable (48:12): Worcester’s future, from Union Station to housing
>OBITUARIES: Tribute to Vietnam veteran and former senior Worcester building inspector
>SPORTS: Patriots returning to Germany for international game against Lions
-Patriots rookie arrested on assault charge
-Red Sox beat Phillies, 3-1
-Win WooSox tickets courtesy of North End Motor Sales
-WooSox beat Buffalo, 6-2
>NATIONAL: U.S. wholesale inflation came in hot last month
-South Carolina Supreme Court overturns murder convictions and life sentence for Alex Murdaugh
-Tragic: Video shows Frontier Airlines plane striking person on runway in Denver (2:14)
>NEW ENGLAND: Man goes viral for comments over Marblehead housing plan (1:44)
-Mass. looks to ban social media, but experts, even advocates, are skeptical
>COLLEGES: 6 Worcester State students win Library Research Awards
-African Diaspora Dance Association at Clark brings students together for shared culture and rhythm
>TRAVEL (brought to you by Fuller RV & Rental): Experts reveal simple ways to avoid outrageous baggage fees
>BUSINESS: ComputerVault joins Advans IT in filing for bankruptcy
-LPL Financial Research: A new Fed regime: Warsh, policy direction and treasury market consequences
-Radio Worcester (21:07): Why fundraising for life sciences startups is so difficult in 2026
>HOMES: Home sales barely budge in April as spring buying season off to disappointing start
>HEALTH: How having a baby affects mom's heart (2:50)
-Why younger adults are rethinking alcohol (2:48)
>FOOD: Salmonella contamination recalls: List of products
>TV/STREAMING: Late-night hosts crash "Colbert," he reveals which A-list actress he was "wildly attracted" to
>MOVIES: "Grown Ups 3" in the works at Netflix
>CELEBRITY: Anne Hathaway, Meryl Streep and Emily Blunt's "Devil Wears Prada 2" salaries revealed
-James Van Der Beek's widow shares heartbreaking life update 3 months after actor's death
>ANIMALS: These baby squirrels never forgot who saved them (1:58)
>HISTORY: Princeton fighter plane has had a long journey over the decades
>GOOD NEWS: Wrong way crash survivor reunites with deputies who saved her
-Meanwhile, in Los Angeles, Hollywood stars' free gas stunt sparks pandemonium at station
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