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Here's what's happening in and around Worcester today
Coronavirus (COVID-19)
+7:00: Worcester sees biggest one-day rise in cases since May
+7:00: Anna Maria's conference cancels entire winter sports season
+7:00: Mass. reports 1,761 new cases, 23 additional deaths (:15)
+7:00: New Massachusetts restrictions start Friday
+7:00: Will Thanksgiving be a superspreading event? Look to Canada for answers
-Within 24 hours, 3 Worcester restaurants close temporarily
-Worcester medical director Dr. Michael Hirsh says new restrictions are justified; hospital beds filling
-ICYMI: Dr. Hirsh says to 'downsize expectations' for family gatherings over the holidays
-'[W]ear these things religiously for 30 days, we could kill the virus,'' Gov. Charlie Baker says
-Massachusetts reports 1,629 new cases, 27 additional deaths
-The U.S. reported its second highest number of new cases on Election Day
-Commute & Travel (brought to you by Fuller RV): Family buys RV, travels country amid pandemic
-Lung damage found in dead may shed light on 'long COVID': study
-‘Divorce filings have skyrocketed’: Lawyer on impact on marriages
Election 2020 (Latest Election News)
+7:00: Holy Cross Post-Election Day Political Science Faculty Roundtable (59:30)
-The hardest working man in Worcester on Election Day
-Early voters fuel highest election turnout in Worcester in 44 years
-'Defend Democracy' rally held in downtown Worcester to protect vote count
-Worcester presidential election: How the parties fared compared to 2016
-Red tide recedes a bit in Worcester County
-Joe Biden won these two Central Mass. towns by just one vote
-Why is it taking so long to count votes in the remaining states?
-Holy Cross political science professor says 'shy voters' contributing to distorted polls
-How to talk politics with angry loved ones who disagree with you
In The News
-Latest weather: Amazing stretch of November weather ahead
+7:00: Pedestrian crash on Main St. in Spencer
+7:00: 5 Things You Need to Know Today in Worcester – Nov. 5
+7:00: Bars & Bands (brought to you by Wachusett Wine & Spirits): The Mayor’s Live Music & Live Streaming List by Jay Berman
+7:00: You can now stream Fat Foot Films' 'Stray' on multiple devices
+7:00: Auburn mobile home park sells for $2.5 million
+7:00: 751,000 seek U.S. jobless benefits as virus hobbles economy
-Worcester schools see enrollment decline; District could lose $10 million in state aid
-Worcester director shoots Christmas movie on Cape Cod
-Plantation St. bridge in Worcester will be one-way for 12 weeks
-Weekslong investigation yields drugs, firearms, arrest of 10 from Worcester area
-Man deported from U.S. 4 times is arrested in Worcester
-Mass. State Police catch suspects in stolen car in Worcester, gun & drugs found
-Worcester nursing home sold for $3 million
-'I Am Worcester' photoshoot captures diversity of city
-Webster House cookbook for sale to benefit Worcester food bank
-ICYMI: Do you know this man? Worcester police seek to ID suspect in carjacking, armed robbery
-The Burbs (brought to you by North End Motor Sales): Serious crash leaves one trapped in South Grafton
-Security camera catches bad wreck in Leicester in Sept. (1:40)
-Charlton voters say no to $25 million public safety building
-Cars: The whole team at Bertera Nissan looks forward to serving you
-TV/Streaming: Hamilton and Borat 2 top list of most-watched films released on streaming this year
-CMS touts lower premiums and benefits of Medicare Advantage plans this year
-Shopping: Walmart’s best early Black Friday deals to shop right now
-Good news (brought to you by Bertera Nissan): Missouri man saved after collapsing at voting poll
-Meanwhile, in India, 'Kung Fu' camel kicks road hog biker to the curb in viral video
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In The News
>WEATHER: Mark Rosenthal's 7-day forecast (:40). High of 38 today in Worcester
>TOP OF THE NEWS
+5:00: Thieves stole gutters from Worcester house while owner was home
+5:00: Death of Bob Weir sparks memories of Worcester's part in long, strange trip
+5:00: Planning winter entertainment in Worcester
+5:00: Worcester hockey alumni 2025-26 highlights, NHL Week 14
+Noon: 270-unit project at abandoned Spag's factory met with skepticism
+Noon: Central Mass. pizzeria reopens with explanation for abruptly closing
-No answers as cost of probe into death of State Police recruit from Worcester nears $700,000 (3:07). Article
-New year, new look, new amenities for W.R.T.A.
-Local restaurant makes Phantom Gourmet's Great 8 Restaurant Legends (5:32)
-Worcester City Council returns with social media scrutiny, transit fights
-Worcester, Fitchburg aim for uniform, safe sober houses
-Worcester County Wonders: First state-run asylum dates back to 1832
-Newly obtained court docs detail what happened inside Leominster home after man murdered wife, autopsy findings
-$80,000 Keno ticket sold in Millbury
-Police oversight questions persist after Research Bureau report
-Radio Worcester's The Rundown (23:33): Tom Marino defends reporting amid defamation lawsuit
>DINING OUT: Popular bakery chain seeks license for second Worcester location
-ICYMI: National Grid installs new underground cable to fix monthslong outage issues in Worcester
-"A very bad year": Here's what the flu numbers look like in Worcester
-Turtleboy factor: Aidan Kearney's influence on Karen Read case
-Venezuelan native in Worcester lauds capture of Maduro
-Some Worcester rents are falling ... really
-See the rest of the day's Worcester news
>HOLDEN (brought to you by Lamoureux Ford): This week's road closures and traffic delays
-Brew Biscuits in Holden making nutritious dog treats out of grains previously used in breweries (2:05)
-Lamoureux Ford welcomes Jeff Tripp from Sunnyside Motors (1:44)
-Fundraiser to help rebuild Ten West Market
-Ten West Market owner optimistic about return
>THE BURBS (brought to you by North End Motor Sales): Hope Chapel in Sterling dedicates new sanctuary
-Clinton buildings coming together
-Clinton Select Board hears Bates family request to explore right-of-way access at town dump
-Indigenous culture celebration day coming to Grafton this summer
-Spanish-language congregation to move into historic church in West Boylston
-The Item's Neighbor to Neighbor column
>BARS & BANDS: The Mayor's Live Music List for Monday
>SHOWTIME: Full list of winners and nominees at Golden Globes
-Golden Globes snubs and surprises
-Inside the Golden Globes: Everything you didn't see on TV
-World-renowned violinist to rehearse with J.O.M.P. students
>OPINION: Molly McCullough: For Worcester's schools, kids come first
-Maggie Calvetti: Someday they'll be grown & here's who i hope they become
-This Week in Worcester Podcast (2:18:34)
>OBITUARIES: Tribute to Worcester man who had Master’s degrees in Civil Engineering and Mathematics
>SPORTS: Patriots defense shines in 16-3 Wild Card win over Chargers
-Patriots will play Steelers-Texans winner in AFC Divisional Round
-Bruins beat Penguins, 1-0
-Celtics star Jaylen Brown rips refs after loss to Spurs in Boston
-Holy Cross student-athletes record 3.39 G.P.A. during Fall 2025 semester
-100 FM The Pike (18:00): MassLive's Matt Vautour gives 2026 sports predictions
-Railers fall to Florida, 5-3
>NATIONAL: Ex-husband arrested in heinous double murder of slain dentist, wife
-Protests in Iran near the 2-week mark as crackdown intensifies
-Tragic: Dad killed 5 of his children over a decade
>NEW ENGLAND: Deadly house fire in Burrillville, R.I.
-From Lindsay Clancy to Turtleboy: 5 Mass. criminal cases to watch in 2026
>COLLEGES: "We depend on fungi for absolutely everything"
>TRAVEL (brought to you by Fuller RV & Rental): Disney quietly changes course on controversial meal plan changes
>BUSINESS: Central Mass. business by the numbers
>SHOPPING: Samsung unveils "world's largest" TV of its kind at 130 inches
>HOMES: Laundry hacks you’ll wish you knew sooner
>HEALTH: Noom launches Proactive Health GLP-1 Program for long-term health
-Mass. mom fights for scalp cooling to be covered by insurance during chemo (2:06). Article
>FOOD: Your guide to a flavorful Dry January (4:34)
>TV/STREAMING: "The Simpsons" retires beloved character Duffman after 30 years
>MOVIES: 2026 new horror movie releases
>CELEBRITY: "High School Musical" star arrested on child pornography charges
-"Field of Dreams" and "West Wing" actor Timothy Busfield faces arrest warrant in child sex abuse case
>ANIMALS: Rescue dog does the cutest thing when she wants attention (2:00)
>HISTORY: Math, not myths: Inside the new search for Amelia Earhart
>GOOD NEWS: Lottery ticket rejected by another customer earns man $1 million
-Meanwhile, in Germany, watch 50 sheep escape shepherd, walk into grocery store
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