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Here's what's happening in and around Worcester today
Coronavirus (COVID-19)
+6:00: As pandemic rages, some signs of improvement in Massachusetts
+2:30: Radio Worcester (12:17): City Manager Ed Augustus talks COVID-19 vaccine, ShotSpotter, inauguration and Polar Park
+2:30: This Worcester recovery center allows older patients who live alone or need skilled care to get treatment from familiar faces
+2:30: Worcester offering $1.9 million in rental assistance to residents
+2:30: Do I Have COVID, a Cold or the Flu? Common Symptoms
-Radio Worcester (8:20): Dr. Michael Hirsh talks COVID-19 in mid-January
-Worcester homeless shelters receive vaccine, will begin inoculating Tuesday
-Free testing in Worcester this week
-What to know about highly contagious variant from United Kingdom that has spread to Massachusetts, other states
-ICYMI: Worcester diner cuts hours, cites restrictions
-Ch. 5 visits Fuller RV to discuss how RV sales are soaring as people hit the road during pandemic (1:42)
-Mass. officials announce 3,224 new cases, 52 deaths, 7-day positivity rate of 5.9 percent
-How can colleges limit the spread of variant?
-Massachusetts rolling out vaccinations to prisons, other congregate care settings
-Tragic: Indiana couple married 33 years die one day apart of COVID-19
-Teen saves Texas family from house fire after they lost their sense of smell because of COVID-19
-Meanwhile, in Washington, D.C., group gives out bag of marijuana to those getting vaccinated
In The News
+6:00: Worcester kid accused of driving stolen car, rolling it in Spencer
+6:00: Adorable adoptable pets of the week in the Worcester area
+2:30: Defund WPD urges City Council to use ‘extreme caution’ as Worcester seeks to expand ShotSpotter technology
+2:30: 3 Worcester restaurants up for ‘most romantic’ in Mass.
+2:30: Worcester commuter rail spared weekend cuts
+2:30: 5 Things You Need to Know Today in Worcester – Jan. 19
+2:30: Zoe’s Rocks initiative keeps Shrewsbury teen’s message of kindness alive
-Overnight: Worcester building catches fire for second time
-Former restaurant manager ordered to forfeit $200,000 in Worcester money laundering case
-Police investigate gas station holdup at gunpoint in Sterling
-ICYMI: Service at Worcester Regional Airport takes another hit
-After turbulent year, call for rest, reflection at Worcester MLK breakfast
-Crompton Park skate park plans moving forward in Worcester
-DREAM JOB: Glazy Susan is hiring a doughnut decorator
-FlyORH (Bill Randell): Lease analogy for PawSox $6,000,000 equity contribution to ballpark
-Worcester Congressman Jim McGovern reflects on past weeks, path forward
-Worcesteria: Finding trust in the age of pandemic
-Worcester Youth Orchestras staying together in-person for music
-ICYMI: Service at Worcester Regional Airport takes another hit
-Reminder: Trash and recycling delayed a day in Worcester this week
-Limited time only: $5 off your delivery order from Peppercorn's. See how
-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): Auburn Public School Special Olympics Polar Plunge team seeks participants
-Holden Woman's Club offering scholarship
-Old Sturbridge Village offers winter walks of its grounds
-Police: Impaired driver arrested after driving onto Town Common in Upton
-Holy Cross junior forward Oluchi Ezemma named Crusader of the Week
-John DiPietro (11:00): Mark Henderson, founder of the016.com, looks ahead to 2021
-North End Motor Sales launches its own Economic Stimulus Plan with huge sale
-See the latest specials at Wachusett Wine & Spirits
-Food: New England company recalls chocolate after plastic pieces reported in product
-Homes: Video tour of Lodi Street home for sale in Worcester (:50)
-TV/Streaming: Top 5 moments from 'All in the Family' as the show turns 50
-Cars: New Year Means Huge Savings at Bertera Nissan (7:04)
-Good news (brought to you by Bertera Nissan): College basketball player in Okla. surprised with scholarship while working at Walmart
-Meanwhile, in Colombia, ‘cocaine hippos’ must be culled, scientists say — but not everyone agrees
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In The News
>WEATHER: Last day of oppressive heat, high feels like 95 to 100 today in Worcester
-Cooling centers open today in Worcester; water available
>TOP OF THE NEWS
+6:00: Mass. names Worcester 1 of 78 Housing Choice Communities
+6:00: Here's when Disney on Ice will skate into Worcester
+6:00: Bill Ballou on baseball
+Noon: Camels as pets? Meet Phil and RJ of Grafton
+Noon: Old Sturbridge Village to host Redcoats and Rebels for 250th anniversary
+Noon: Texas country band Flatland Cavalry heading to Indian Ranch in Webster
+Noon: Listen Up: Chill out for summer with Caylin Costello, D-Tension songs
+Noon: Last Call: Catherine Zebrowski, writer and musician
-13-year-old girl reported missing in Worcester
-U.S. News: UMass Memorial Medical Center is a top Mass. hospital, best in Worcester
-Can you help Worcester police ID these road-rage suspects?
-2 Shrewsbury men arrested in Boston prostitution sting
-Community rallies to help Leicester girl, hospitalized for year with cancer, celebrate birthday
-Algae treatment planned for Coes Reservoir, Indian Lake on Thursday
-Worcester school jobs saved as administration releases education funding
-Worcester elderly apartments sold for $17 million
-More body camera footage released of Eureka Street I.C.E. incident. Here's what it shows
-What's the best way to enjoy summer in Worcester County? Vote in round 3
-5 places to get out on the water in Central Mass. this summer
-Worcester African Festival returns for third year
-Interested in becoming a Worcester Police Officer? (:47)
-Radio Worcester (22:34): Commissioner Rob Antonelli on Worcester’s parks progress, priorities and planning
-Radio Worcester Roundtable (47:21): When immigration enforcement meets local politics
>DINING OUT (brought to you by Patsie Dugan's): Nan Xiang Express set to come to Shrewsbury
-ICYMI: Good Samaritan helps out driver in Worcester crash
-Downtown Worcester apartments at center of CitySquare redevelopment sold for $122 million
-2 Central Mass. women die in Old Orchard Beach, Maine camper explosion (2:15). Article
-"My baby!": Newly released body cam video shows new insight into Worcester I.C.E. arrest
-Worcester police arrest 3 juveniles after gun found in car
-Millbury police arrest 3 Worcester men in separate thefts
-See the rest of the day's Worcester news
>HOLDEN (brought to you by Lamoureux Ford): Eagle Lake still closed for swimming
-Long term employees make Lamoureux Ford special (3:50)
-This week's road closure and traffic delays
>THE BURBS (brought to you by North End Motor Sales): bankHometown consolidating Webster branches
-Clinton man accused of using pudding barcode taped around finger to steal $40 of groceries
-Item photos: Young "royals" get ready for Fancy Nancy Tea Party
-Drive-throughs targeted in West Boylston as new Dunkin's gets variance
-Lancaster administrator sets directions for now
-Shrewsbury High’s Chemistry Club brings science to elementary schools
-Spencer Selectmen talk evaluation, criteria for E.M.S. request for proposals
-Former Templeton administrator warns select board of 9C cuts, hiring woes, and out-of-class pay risks
>BARS & BANDS: The Mayor's Live Music List for Wednesday
-Jazzed Up Trio 6 to 8 Wednesday at 961 at Union Station
>SHOWTIME: Worcester writers bring the drama in summer showcase
-Destiny's Child reunites onstage for first time in 7 years at Beyoncé's "Cowboy Carter" finale
-Hanover Theatre takes over full management of the J.M.A.C.
-W.S.C. Stay Connected (1:01:31): A Tribute to the Beatles by the Hip Swayers, Stomp N' Holler, Hit the Bus
>OPINION: Worcesteria: How low can it go? Dry spell dries up Elm Park's ponds
-Margaret Smith: For a Catholic fan, Ozzy's life and lyrics strike a holy note
-What's Up Worcester's Minute with Meagan (15:24): Jenny Gaul, Executive Director, Joy of Music Program (JOMP)
>OBITUARIES: Tribute to a Worcester native who ran a home daycare for over 20 years
>SPORTS: Christian Gonzalez injury to sideline Patriots cornerback for "a bit"
-How Kayshon Boutte has impressed so far at Patriots training camp
-Red Sox beat Twins, 8-5
-Bravehearts beat New Britain, 3-2 . Next home game: 6:30 Wednesday. Buy tickets here
-Holy Cross Athletics (1:57): Get to know Coach Bryan Robbat
-WooSox beat IronPigs, 7-5
-King of the Court basketball tournament debuts at Worcester parks
>NATIONAL: 8.8-magnitude earthquake sends tsunami into coasts of Russia, Japan and Alaska
-Ghislaine Maxwell will plead the Fifth in House testimony — unless demands are met: defense lawyer
-ChatGPT passes the "I'm not a robot" test — a "terrifying" step toward developing a mind of its own
>TRAGIC: Toddler dies after "slipping" from dad’s arms on water slide
>NEW ENGLAND: Powerful moment for Mass. family who was forced to live in park (2:16). Article
-Intruder bathed, slept, ate & stole while Boston family was away on vacation (3:45)
>COLLEGES: Q.C.C. president pushes for faculty pay hikes
-WPI researcher tackles water treatment woes with battery tech
>TRAVEL (brought to you by Fuller RV & Rental): Inside the "arms race" to win the new luxury cruise ship market
>BUSINESS: Highlights from A.A.R.P.'s 99 ways to save money (1:46)
-LPL Financial Research: Economy in uncharted waters
-Report: Small size of Mass. sports betting industry limiting opportunities for minorities, women and veterans
>SHOPPING: When do Spirit Halloween stores open this year? Here's our guess
>HEALTH: Police, doctors warn of e-bike dangers as use skyrockets in Mass.
-Researchers say some artificial sweeteners could impact brain (:53)
-COVID barely detectable in wastewater, but is it time to celebrate? (2:15). Article
>FOOD: Greek Chicken Salad Bowls
>TV/STREAMING: Robin Roberts reveals why she’s been absent from "GMA"
>MOVIES: 40 best needle drops in movies of all time
>CELEBRITY: Tom Cruise, Ana de Armas attend Oasis show — after band roasted actor
-Justin Baldoni breaks social media silence to celebrate milestone with wife amid Blake Lively legal battle
>ANIMALS: 14-year-old dog dumped at shelter gets a ton of new siblings (1:40)
>HISTORY: Then & Now: Grafton Street, Worcester
>GOOD NEWS: Woman found alive 9 months after vanishing near Death Valley
-Meanwhile, in New Hampshire, polite black bear stuns homeowners after ringing doorbell before exploring hot tub
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