Be the first to know what's going on every morning. Join The016.com today! Registration is free and easy
Here's what's happening in and around Worcester today
Coronavirus (COVID-19)
+6:30: Healthcare workers could receive vaccine within weeks (2:20)
+6:30: Immunity may last years after recovery, study finds
+6:30: Only gather with household members this Thanksgiving, Gov. Baker says
+6:30: Study: People who walk their dogs, report to workplace at greater risk of contracting coronavirus
+6:30: Massachusetts reports 2,744 new cases, 47 additional deaths
+2:30: Railers cancel 2020-21 season
+2:30: Mass. issues new guidance that allows residents to test out of quarantine
+12:45: George's Coney Island closes temporarily after close contact with COVID-positive person
+Noon: Pfizer's vaccine also 95% effective
-Stop the Spread testing sees hundreds of patients a day in Worcester
-City of Worcester to live stream annual tree lighting
-Remote learning leaves Worcester schools serving fewer meals than before pandemic
-UMass Memorial Health Care needs caregivers at DCU Center field hospital
-Court won't be held at DCU Center, officials say
-WPI is implementing heightened restrictions
-UMass Medical School infection control officer forges COVID response
-ICYMI: Lincoln Plaza owner suing anchor tenant over missed rent payments
-Infectious disease specialist shares his thoughts on Thanksgiving guidelines (3:41)
-A 'huge wave of evictions' is possible in January
-Mouthwash can kill COVID-19 in 30 seconds: study
-Worcester Bravehearts sending fitness inspiration to Worcester children
-Commute & Travel (brought to you by Fuller RV): Why an RV makes perfect home for the holidays
-Toilet paper limits, empty shelves are back
In The News
+Noon: On Thursdays, the Coney Island Meal Deal is a must for $20
+Noon: Meteorite caught on camera in Worcester (:49)
+Noon: Worcester residents get inside look at how police work during citizens' academy
+Noon: 5 Things You Need to Know Today in Worcester – Nov. 18
+Noon: Video tour of classic contemporary for sale on 21 acres in Holden (4:54)
-Downtown Worcester restaurant closing its doors for good on Saturday
-Worcester man held after police find woman with knife lodged in face
-The average holiday budget for Worcester residents is $861
-Worcester City Council calls for task force on future for Duffy Field
-Earn 50% back in rewards at Peppercorn's on Tuesday and Wednesday
-More funding, classes are needed in Worcester for adults looking to learn English as hundreds sit on waitlists, report says
-Radio Worcester (13:28): City Manager Ed Augustus talks about gangs, gun violence and the DCU Center field hospital
-ICYMI: Another shooting incident in Worcester
-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): Shrewsbury hosting Holiday Online Pop-ups
-Millbury receives grant for new Woolie World playground
-Mementos stolen from home of World War II veteran in Leominster (1:54)
-Bank branches are pulling out of Stop & Shop
-'Clerks' movie inspires art of Worcester's Glenn Ferraro
-Album puts news spin on rock icon Jimmy D’Angelo's music
-Cute story: The story behind Boston's own 'Charlie Brown' Christmas tree (1:55)
-Cars: Bertera Nissan has the best car for winter driving (8:06)
-‘Mini-Monster seats’ atop Polar Park’s Worcester Wall go on sale Wednesday
-Shopping: Target releases 36-page Black Friday ad
-Health: Deadline for Medicare changes is Dec 7. Interesting video from Help2Retire (:41)
-Good news (brought to you by Bertera Nissan): Boss in Mass. gives every employee $10,001 bonus to shop locally (:50)
-Food: This Week in Worcester's 'Hearth of the Commonwealth' holiday recipe guide
-Homes: Worcester single-family home price rises 16% to $338K in October
-PEOPLE Mag names Michael B. Jordan 'sexiest man alive'
-Meanwhile, in New York City, man ignites flamethrower while standing atop city bus
-Latest obituaries | | Yesterday's highlights | | Today's horoscope
In The News
>WEATHER: Mark Rosenthal's 7-day forecast (:38). High of 90 today in Worcester
-Worcester climate summary for May
>TOP OF THE NEWS
-Clark University to lay off up to 30% of faculty, significantly restructure degree tracks amid financial strain
-Worcester, Cosenza reach settlement on $8 million jury award in evidence manipulation case
-Suspect in April 2024 Worcester killing, on the run for more than a year, held without bail
-3 men arrested in connection with University Park shooting in Worcester
-Worcester street renamed for boy who died in "One Chip Challenge" (2:04). Article
-Related: Video of ceremony (21:07)
-National burger chain opening first New England location in Worcester
-Central Mass. man now facing manslaughter charge in connection with brother’s shooting death
-Out to Lunch and Movies on the Common set for summer fun downtown
-Hidden waterfall flows back to life at Cascades Park in Worcester thanks to heavy spring rainfall (1:49)
-Grafton Job Corps searching for shelter for 30 homeless students
-Gerald Creamer Center Graduation (1:01:52)
-Aislinn Doyle: June 5th School Committee Meetings agenda preview
-This dog was found on Willard Ave. in Worcester
-DINING OUT (brought to you by Patsie Dugan's): The last 24-hour diner: A Worcester staple stands alone
-ICYMI: UMass Memorial, 1,000 workers have a week to avoid strike
-Grand jury hearing evidence in death of Worcester state police trainee
-Worcester eatery seized by state because of unpaid taxes
-Worcester activist critical of city manager faces 1-year city hall ban
-Worcester father of 4-month-old deported after I.C.E. "violated his rights," attorney says
-See the rest of the day's Worcester news
>HOLDEN (brought to you by Lamoureux Ford): Part of Doyle Road to be closed Wednesday
-Lamoureux Ford offers huge discounts! (2:53)
-This week's road closures and traffic delays
>THE BURBS (brought to you by North End Motor Sales): West Boylston override OK'd; Raj, Ashwell win for Select Board
-Governor Healey visits new Amazon fulfillment center in Charlton
-Pending Select Board vote, Shrewsbury trash bags may cost more this July
-Westborough-based hydropower firm to update its century-old facilities
-Webster man sentenced to federal prison for drug trafficking
-Playground improvements are part of Grafton's long-term plan
-Blackstone Valley Tech competitors earn 46 SkillsUSA Medals
-City to Saddle Farm Trot 5K is June 21st
-The Item's public safety logs
>BARS & BANDS: The Mayor's Live Music List for Wednesday
-Jazzed Up Trio 6 to 9 Wednesday at 961 at Union Station
>SHOWTIME: Screen Time: Short film "Solus" wins big at Top Shorts Film Festival
-Sarah Connell Sanders: 3 days of "momfluencing" at Boston Calling
>OPINION: Jennifer Julien Gaskin: The art of making people uncomfortable
-Peter B-G Weller: Proposed state ed bill borders on digital surveillance
-Unity Radio's The Susanity Life (56:35): Bonnie Hope Dellerose, Renew Body Sequence
>OBITUARIES: Tribute to a lifetime member of Hadassah who was married for 76 years
>SPORTS: Stefon Diggs "got the message" from Mike Vrabel after boat incident
-Red Sox lose to Angels, 4-3
-Bravehearts fall to Nashua, 4-3. Next home game: 6:30 Friday. Get tickets here
-Holy Cross announces "WooCru" as official student section name
-How Baylor Scheierman can earn larger Celtics role in second season
-Sox prospect Roman Anthony responds to backlash over Worcester laundry cart video
-WooSox beat Rochester, 6-5
-Mara leads Saint Paul back to Division 1 quarterfinals
>NATIONAL: Ukraine strikes Crimean Bridge with underwater explosives
>TRAGIC: 3 young sisters killed while visiting homeless dad, hunt is on for father
>NEW ENGLAND: Father found dead, search ongoing for missing daughter in Maine (:49). Article
-Milford student detained by I.C.E. awaiting upcoming court hearing in "terrible conditions" (3:43)
-Lawyer says Milford student in I.C.E. custody is here legally (:50). Article
-Karen Read trial (25:46): No mistrial over dog D.N.A., officer says evidence changed
>COLLEGES: Holy Cross grad Jango Janigian wants to take you on an adventure
-Decline of international students at Mass. universities having negative impact, expert says
>TRAVEL (brought to you by Fuller RV & Rental): 6 tips every cruiser should follow
>BUSINESS: GBH layoffs to impact 45 employees
-LPL Financial Research: Tariffs and market volatility likely to stick
-101: Staying strong through workforce reductions
>HOMES: Heat pump demand is reaching new heights as customers seek government incentives before they disappear
>SHOPPING: Temu's daily U.S. users cut in half following end of tariff loophole
>HEALTH: How to beat the heat for better sleep
-How yoga can help improve your mental wellbeing (3:41)
>FOOD: Popeyes launches surprise new menu item to compete with McDonald’s
>TV/STREAMING: "The Four Seasons" renewed for Season 2 at Netflix
>MOVIES: 10 hot movies to see this summer
>CELEBRITY: Emmy winner Valerie Mahaffey dies at 71
>ANIMALS: Tiniest puppy grows up to be HUGE (2:44)
>GOOD NEWS: 120-mile kayak trip benefits athletes with disabilities
-Meanwhile, in Florida, loose kangaroo caught on video hopping down road
Latest obituaries | | Tuesday's highlights | | Today's horoscope | | Local Sports
Classifieds
>HELP WANTED
+Multiple positions, Nancy Chang Restaurant
+Police officers, town of Leicester
-Worcester Area Director (part-time), Matthew 25
-Part-time bartender, Patsie Dugan's
See all Help Wanteds | | Job opening? Post it here for FREE today
Quick Links: Personalize your news | | Browse members | | Advertise | | Blogs | | Invite friends | | Videos
Animals | | Boston Sports | | Business | | Cars | | Celebrity | | Colleges | | Commute & Travel | | Crime | | Faith | | Food | | Good News | | Health | | History | | Homes | | Local Sports | | Lottery | | Movies | | National | | New England | | Politics | | Shopping & Deals | | SHOWTIME! | | TV & Streaming | | Weather
