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Here's what's happening in and around Worcester today
Coronavirus (COVID-19)
+7:00: U.S. inches closer to 350,000 deaths as hospitals hit 'breaking point'
+7:00: Millions of Americans moved during the pandemic — and most aren’t looking back
-Mass. hospitals brace for post-holiday spike
-'The peak is going to be the second or third week of January,' Dr. Richard Ellison, UMass Memorial Medical Center
-‘We’ve lost control of this epidemic,’ Mass. General doctor
-Ray Mariano: Politicians, staff should wait in line for vaccine like everyone else
-ICYMI: City Manager Ed Augustus says Worcester showed its resiliency, grit in 2020
-How hopeful can we be about 2021? 7 infectious disease experts weigh in
-More than 40 cases tied to single church's Christmas Eve gatherings
-Commute & Travel (brought to you by Fuller RV): Winnebago CEO expects pent-up demand to propel boom in RV sales in 2021
-CDC group recommends teachers be given priority in vaccine distribution
-Variant may have been in U.S. since October: report
-Relief bill makes it easier for companies to pay down workers’ student loans
-Riches for the wealthy and white, financial pain for others
-How some turned challenges of pandemic into something positive
In The News
-Latest weather: 4-6" forecast Sunday into Monday
+7:00: Car stolen in Worcester connected to home invasion
+7:00: New inventory means price drop on every truck at North End Motor Sales
+7:00: New Shrewsbury regulations on tobacco effective on Monday
-6 people displaced after New Year’s Day blaze rips through triple-decker in Worcester
-Related: Raw video of Abbott Place fire (:51)
-Bill Randell (FlyORH): 2021 prediction about Worcester Regional Airport
-Saint Vincent Hospital welcomes first baby of 2021, Enzo Rosado
-Northborough man seriously injured after being struck by truck in Vermont
-Alleged drunk driver slams into rear of Hudson cruiser
-2 injured in early New Year's morning shooting in Worcester
-The 10 most popular stories on telegram.com in 2020
-7 must-see movies coming to local theaters, streaming services in January
-ICYMI: Brothers preserve recipes and quality at European Bakery & Pastry
-Bars & Bands (brought to you by Wachusett Wine & Spirits): The Mayor’s Live Music & Live Streaming List
-The Burbs (brought to you by North End Motor Sales): Women of Elevation Fitness in Boylston plan, begin new year's resolutions
-Sutton Police Lt. Lisa Sullivan town’s first female lieutenant
-Austin Butler healthy, determined, to help Holy Cross men's basketball team take next step
-‘Christmas volume since March’: USPS still dealing with delays
-10 essential steps to obtain your goals in 2021
-Family's touching tribute to Worcester man who 'went to that Grand Buffet in the sky'
-Cars: The entire team at Bertera Nissan wishes you and your family a great holiday season (1:58)
-Homes: Don't miss these 4 open houses in Worcester
-Tragic: 4-month-old Florida girl dies after family dog was found on top of her
-Shopping: Sears is dying a quiet, invisible death
-TV/Streaming: 'The Masked Singer', 'Jeopardy' GOAT Tournament dominate top-rated shows of 2020 list
-Good news (brought to you by Bertera Nissan): 'Lego Man' Matt Laramie delivers over 100 Lego sets to sick children at UMass Children’s Medical Center
-Meanwhile, in New Mexico, city says good-bye to 2020 with a legit dumpster fire
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In The News
>WEATHER: Mark Rosenthal's 7-day forecast (:52). High of 46 today in Worcester
>TOP OF THE NEWS
+1:00: City Council votes to study replacement of aging police headquarters
+1:00: All in fun for comedian Marlon Wayans in Worcester
+1:00: Actress and singer Lindsay Mendez set for Broadway in Worcester
+1:00: Last Call: Kalan Lewis, mentorship program director at Q.C.C.
-Woman in her 60s dies after Southbridge house fire (:19). Article
-Earlier: Southbridge fire leaves woman in critical condition (1:43). Article
-Armed & dangerous suspect wanted in Worcester bar shooting
-Amid shortage, Worcester permitted nearly 400 fewer housing units last year
-How a Worcester opt-out provision for developers is leading to more affordable housing
-Worcester manager to ask council for tax break for incoming homeless center
-How to be among the first to try new restaurant at former Flying Rhino spot on Shrewsbury Street
-From factories to families: Worcester State students unveil new vision for Worcester’s history
>DINING OUT: Vote now for the best fish and chips in Central Mass.
-ICYMI: Victim of fatal crash in Shrewsbury was member of U.S. Army, friends say
-Saint Vincent parent company wins lawsuit over poor hospital safety grades
-The Worcester farmers market is returning, and moving to a familiar location
-Worcester County Wonders: Worcester's oldest theater plans a rebirth
-See the rest of the day's Worcester news
>HOLDEN (brought to you by Lamoureux Ford): March Senior Center events
-Winter snow brings great values at Lamoureux Ford (2:00)
-This week's road closures and traffic delays
>THE BURBS (brought to you by North End Motor Sales): Perrone’s Barber Shop may be demolished to make way for new bank
-Man's rescue from under S.U.V. in Webster parking lot caught on bodycam (1:02)
-Grafton police clarify relationship with I.C.E., federal authorities in letter to community
-Cultural Night at Glenwood Elementary March 24th
-Finn Park celebrates 100 years
-Hopedale accepting nominations for volunteerism award
>BARS & BANDS: The Mayor's Live Music List for Wednesday
-Jazzed Up at The Uxlocale, 7 to 9 Friday
>SHOWTIME: Jamie Wax to have a staged reading of his new play in Worcester
-Phish returns to the top 10 on multiple Billboard charts with "New Year’s Eve 1993 / Live At Worcester Centrum"
-TODAY! Brown Bag Concert Series returns to Mechanics Hall
>OPINION: Dani Killay: Worcester Speaks No. 14 — Jess Curtin & Travis Duda
-Alex Corrales: Rising to challenges for Worcester's public housing
-Radio Worcester's The Rundown (26:22): Holden defies M.B.T.A. law, Worcester crime stats debate
>OBITUARIES: Tribute to woman who lost everything in Worcester tornado of 1953
>SPORTS: What Romeo Doubs brings to Patriots as No. 2 receiver for Drake Maye
-Celtics lose to San Antonio, 125-116 (1:57). Article
-Bruins beat Los Angeles, 2-1
-U.S. suffers embarrassing World Baseball Classic loss to Italy in massive upset
-Holy Cross women’s basketball cruises to victory over Colgate in Patriot League quarterfinal
-Holy Cross mourns the loss of Mark Gallagher
-Millbury's magical run comes to an end in the Division 4 state semifinals
>NATIONAL: 6 dead in Switzerland bus fire, police suspect arson
-U.S.-Iran tensions escalate over oil shipments in Strait of Hormuz
-Tragic: Mother mauled to death by 3 dogs while protecting son
>NEW ENGLAND: Mass., 25 other states continue fight against Ticketmaster
-New England residents wake up to frightening door-kicking prank made popular by viral challenge (1:47)
-Cohasset man charged after shooting family dog in head from window, police say
>COLLEGES: Charlie Baker to deliver Holy Cross commencement
>TRAVEL (brought to you by Fuller RV & Rental): 5 places known for unique weather patterns
-Southwest allegedly testing plan to clean less between flights
>BUSINESS: Ayer manufacturer finishes $55 million expansion, builds world’s largest tofu production line
-LPL Financial Research: Markets tested as Iran conflict continues
-Lawmakers still flooded with complaints about administration of unemployment benefits
>HOMES: The most popular houseplants for any skill level
>HEALTH: Fewer U.S. women dying during childbirth, C.D.C. report says
>FOOD: Creamy Tuscan garlic shrimp
>TV/STREAMING: Teaser for new HBO series "Lanterns" (2:21)
>MOVIES: Best Picture showdown between "One Battle After Another" and "Sinners" brings some legitimate heat to Oscars
>CELEBRITY: The Harvey Weinstein prison interview from Rikers: Hollywood Reporter exclusive
-Quentin Tarantino reacts to Rosanna Arquette for "Pulp Fiction" N-word slam
>ANIMALS: Cuddly baby squirrels visit their rescuer every day (3:18)
>HISTORY: Downtown Worcester during demolition for Worcester Galleria
>GOOD NEWS: Dad, 99, helps son, 80, finally crack free oysters promotion at restaurant
-Meanwhile, in the U.K., Finnish couple takes first in the annual wife carrying race
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