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Here's what's happening in and around Worcester today
Coronavirus (COVID-19)
+6:30: Worcester makes final plea for COVID-safe Thanksgiving holiday
+6:30: Worcester now averaging 500 cases per week
+6:30: Holy Cross women’s ice hockey activities paused, weekend series canceled
+6:30: CDC should warn people about vaccine side effects: experts
-Despite grim stretch during pandemic, Worcester hotels upbeat on future
-Fact check: No tax refunds for remote learning
-Enrollment in Mass. public schools has dropped by 37,000
-Extended interview: UMass Memorial President and CEO discusses plans for reopening DCU Center field hospital
-Radio Worcester (10:32): City Manager Ed Augustus talks COVID-19, Thanksgiving and Fare-Free WRTA
-Worcester City Council resolutions seek more pandemic relief
-Preparations for second surge move forward, as healthcare providers hope lessons have been learned
-ICYMI: Catholic school teachers in Worcester demand switch to remote learning after Thanksgiving
-Police arrest alleged 'Ashburnham Spitter'
-Gov. Baker putting more pressure on schools to reopen (2:13)
-Only celebrate Thanksgiving with members of your household, experts urge (1:51)
-New model projects cases in the U.S. will nearly double over the next two months
-Vaccine will likely be rolled out by mid-December: CDC
-Commute & Travel (brought to you by Fuller RV): Why an RV makes perfect home for the holidays
-Doctors warn a negative test doesn't mean you're COVID-free
-ICU doc: 'This is what you'll see at the end of your life' if precautions are ignored
In The News
+6:30: Fire breaks out at Table Talk Pies facility in Worcester
+6:30: Worcester trash pickup schedule changed for Thanksgiving
+6:30: Holy Cross alumna dishes on baking with Martha Stewart
+6:30: Over 35 early Black Friday doorbusters are up to 90% off
+6:30: No injuries in drive-by shooting in Whitinsville
+6:30: 5 Things You Need to Know Today in Worcester – Nov. 25
-Greendale Mall to be demolished to make way for warehouse
-Worcester cafe planning second Worcester site as part of expansion
-Violent night in Worcester: Stabbing on Water Street, shooting victim in area of Elizabeth Street, shots fired on Main Street
-OUI charge against Worcester cop continued without a finding
-Accused serial burglar from Worcester remains behind bars while awaiting trial
-Messiah Amankwah ID'd in lineup as man last seen with 17-year-old found shot in the head
-49 apartments planned for Sever Street
-Worcester Technical High School trying to reestablish the Worcester Vocational/Technical Alumni Association
-Last Call with Mike MacInnis, Kiva Centers program director
-Janice Harvey: This Thanksgiving, setting a table for one
-Reminder, Big-Y shoppers: Stores to close Thursday and Friday
-Worcester Public Schools Grab & Go Meals will be closed Thursday & Friday
-ICYMI: 7-year-old struck by vehicle in Worcester
-Leaf collection continues today in Worcester. Here's where
-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 teen participates in Boston International Kids Film Festival
-45-year-old Sutton man faces child pornography charge
-Here are 6 great Italian white wines you may want on your Thanksgiving table, available at Wachusett Wine & Spirits
-Cars: Bertera Nissan has the best car for winter driving (8:06)
-Health: Deadline for Medicare changes is Dec 7. Interesting video from Help2Retire (:41)
-TV/Streaming: New on Netflix in December (8:36)
-Shopping: 65+ Best Black Friday appliance deals 2020
-Good news (brought to you by Bertera Nissan): Veterans Inc. provides 300 families with a traditional Thanksgiving meal
-Meanwhile, in the Czech Republic, deer steals man's rifle
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In The News
>WEATHER: Mark Rosenthal's 7-day forecast (1:05). High of 65 today in Worcester
>TOP OF THE NEWS
-Shooting investigation shuts down highway ramp in Worcester (:26). Article
-Worcester police launch test of new light on patrol vehicles
-Worcester police want your help: Naming their new comfort dog
-What's becoming of Chip Norton's Worcester properties?
-Monday's Child: Randy, 14, an artist, enjoys sporting events, museums, trips to the zoo
-Pulse Magazine's Eat Beat for October
-Speedy’s Drive In was an iconic Worcester destination
-Worcester Animal Rescue League is in need of donations
-Radio Worcester's The Rundown (24:25): Calls for civilian oversight amid skepticism over implementation
>POLITICS: Which candidates for mayor, City Council have raised most money?
-Worcester candidate profile: Jermoh Kamara for City Councilor At-Large
-Councilor King backs research bureau call for civilian police oversight
-Radio Worcester Roundtable (46:55): City Council cell phone use becomes a campaign issue
>DINING OUT: Shrewsbury Street restaurant changes hours, opens 7 days a week
-ICYMI: Thousands pack Institute Park for Worcester's "No Kings" protest. Video (2:08:06)
-Worcester tried classical music to stop "illegal activities" in Canal District. It didn't work
-Woman arrested in Worcester wanted in Hawaii for child sex assault
-See the rest of the day's Worcester news
>HOLDEN (brought to you by Lamoureux Ford): Scout's book shares epilepsy experiences
-America's newest game show, filmed at Lamoureux Ford (1:40)
-New fields being used as work continues
>THE BURBS (brought to you by North End Motor Sales): Car fire in Charlton spreads to nearby brush early Sunday morning
-7 displaced after Fitchburg apartment fire; dog resuscitated by E.M.S.
-Item photos: In West Boylston, families invited to "touch a truck"
-School study leads West Boylston fall town meeting warrant
-Whittier Farms given grant to improve food security
-Southbridge High unveils sensory immersion room as part of the CARES program
-Ashburnham man tased and arrested in woods after prowling in driveway; oxycodone recovered
-New protein shake spot coming to Northborough
>BARS & BANDS: The Mayor's Live Music List for Monday
-Jazzed Up Trio 6 to 9 Wednesdays at 961 at Union Station
>SHOWTIME: Legendary rock band honored at Worcester show for 25 million plays on Apple Music
-Rickie Lee Jones brings ribald remarks and finely crafted tunes to Mass.
-100 FM The Pike (16:38): Jeff Belanger, paranormal expert
>OPINION: Harold Wimmer: How 2 minutes can possibly save your life
-Richard T. Moore: State headed for perfect storm on senior care
-This Week in Worcester Podcast (2:04:27)
>OBITUARIES: Tribute to man who worked as a missionary, pastor, and chaplain for 50 years
>SPORTS: Drake Maye brilliant despite injury scare in 31-13 rout
-Where do Patriots rank in AFC hierarchy?
-Awkward behind-the-scenes NFL footage of Jordon Hudson and Bill Belichick exposed
-Holy Cross Men's rowing wins Collegiate 8+ at Head of the Charles
-Holy Cross women’s ice hockey earns shutout victory over Dartmouth
-Bruins lose to Utah, 3-2
-Railers lose to Adirondack, 5-3
>CARS: Consumer Reports: Best cars and insurance tips for teen drivers
>NATIONAL: Government shutdown enters fourth week
-Virginia Giuffre was left bloodied and beaten by Prime Minister
-Tragic: Dad of 4, dog die when fishing boat capsizes on river
>NEW ENGLAND: Toddler dies in head-on crash involving S.U.V., work van in Taunton
-2 teens arrested in woman’s shooting in Hyannis
-Mass. Health Connector insurance costs could rise in 2026
>COLLEGES: Anna Maria Professor Jennifer Carlson to address legislative hearing on emergency management
-Radio Worcester (9:51): Q.C.C. President Luis Pedraja on Hispanic Heritage Month and free college support
>TRAVEL (brought to you by Fuller RV & Rental): 7 regional U.S. specialties you need to try
-5 hotel etiquette tips you should know
>BUSINESS: Roblox, Snapchat, Fortnite, Amazon and more suffer global outages
-Sora A.I. is the hottest new social media app — and people are buying invites off eBay
>SHOPPING: Move over labubus, people are willing to pay over $10,000 for these fluffy toys
>HOMES: Beverly Hills home of billionaire from Worcester for sale for $195 million
>HEALTH: Overdose deaths in seniors see dramatic rise from deadly drug mix
-State launches campaign to boost COVID and flu vaccination rates (1:39)
>FOOD: From farm to table: Apple edition (4:52)
>TV/STREAMING: Trailer for new Netflix true crime doc, "Aileen: Queen of the Serial Killers" (2:03)
>MOVIES: "Black Phone 2" rules box office with $26.5 million opening
>CELEBRITY: Taylor Swift has had "no contact" with former B.F.F. Blake Lively
-Angelina Jolie makes rare comment on double mastectomy, removing ovaries
>HISTORY: Then & Now: Simon Fairfield Public Library, Douglas
>ANIMALS: Tiki the rescue dog inspires support for other animals in need (3:32)
>GOOD NEWS: Second grader thriving after life-saving leukemia treatment
-Meanwhile, in Connecticut, escaped goats become local celebrities
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