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Here's what's happening in and around Worcester today
Coronavirus (COVID-19)
+11:00: Worcester Public Schools not seeing big increase in vaccine exemptions to flu shot mandate
-Worcester field hospital to reopen at DCU Center after spike in cases (1:30)
-Here's how DCU Center is being turned back into a field hospital (1:35)
-Saint John's to go full remote learning for one week after Thanksgiving break
-Union Cafe latest Worcester business victim of COVID-19
-Gov. Baker on rising cases: 'People need to change their behavior' (3:30)
-Fitchburg State to close dorms, move classes online
-WPI developing safe COVID-19 detection robotic ultrasound
-State college athletic conference cancels winter season
-WCCA-TV 'Health Matters' (28:22): Vaccine trial. Guests: Dr. Matilde Castiel, Dr. Robert Finberg
-ICYMI: 300th Worcester resident dies as weekly new case number climbs over 500
-Massachusetts reports 2,674 new cases, 23 additional deaths (:13)
-Mass. researchers work to unlock mystery of immunity
-Commute & Travel (brought to you by Fuller RV): Why an RV makes perfect home for the holidays
-Nurse in Mexico sends loving message to his family hours before losing his life
In The News
+11:00: Brunch and live music Saturdays and Sundays at Peppercorn's Grille and Tavern
+11:00: 2 women wanted for questioning in Sturbridge shoplifting
+11:00: Marlborough native among 5 Americans killed in Egypt
+11:00: Recall issued for popular macaroni and cheese product
-Worcester honors fallen firefighter Lt. Jason Menard (2:11)
-ICYMI:The making of the Lt. Menard fire hydrant tribute lamp (5:04)
-Daughter of fallen Worcester firefighter Christopher Roy to receive father's pension
-Worcester stabbing suspect indicted on second-degree murder charge
-Honduran citizen wanted for child rape in Worcester detained, awaiting criminal proceedings in Texas
-Permit pulled to demolish facade of Midtown Mall in Worcester
-Here are 5 Great Ways to Spend Your Weekend in Worcester
-Molly Bish's sister writes bill to let investigators use familial DNA to help solve cases
-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): Sewage illegally dumped into Millbury sewer system
-24-year-old Southbridge man arrested for 2 break-ins
-Investigation underway after woman reports assault in Gardner
-Fallon continues strong performance with $25M net income in quarter
-UMass Medical School hires diversity and inclusion head
-'Sader Stories: Holy Cross Women's and Men's Ice Hockey preview (40:02)
-TV/Streaming: New movies + shows to watch this weekend
-Cars: The whole team at Bertera Nissan looks forward to serving you
-Shopping: Walmart+ vs. Amazon Prime — Which offers more value?
-Health: Deadline for Medicare changes is Dec 7. Interesting video from Help2Retire (:41)
-Homes: 5 Worcester open houses to stop by
-Good news (brought to you by Bertera Nissan): Florida couple tracks down WWII vet's family to return keepsakes
-Meanwhile, in Indiana, deer crashes through window into classroom
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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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