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Here's what's happening in and around Worcester today
Coronavirus (COVID-19)
+5:15: Radio Worcester (11:43): Dr. Michael Hirsh on the state of COVID-19, the vaccine and the variants
+5:15: Holy Cross men's basketball games against Army this weekend postponed
+5:15: Mass. approaching 500,000 cases
+8:30: Weather forces time change for free testing in Worcester
-Some Mass. vaccine distribution sites shift schedules because of storm
-Holy Cross men’s ice hockey to pause all team activities after positive test
-Vaccine hesitancy exists, particularly among Black, Latinx communities
-ICYMI: Barstool Sports bails out four Central Mass. businesses with relief fund
-Mass. officials announce 2,546 new cases, 46 deaths, 7-day positivity rate drops to 3.6 percent
-Ch. 5 visits Fuller RV to discuss how RV sales are soaring as people hit the road during pandemic (1:42)
-There will be enough vaccines for the ‘entire U.S. adult population by June,’ Johnson & Johnson board member says
-Novavax vaccine works, but less so against variants
-The U.S. is in an 'absolute race against time' with new variants, expert says
-‘Polio pioneer’ sees shades of the ’50s and ’60s in today’s pandemic
-CDC mandates masks on public transport as more states detect variants
-Good news (brought to you by Bertera Nissan): Family, friends put on birthday parade for 103-year-old Oklahoma woman who beat COVID-19
In The News
-Latest weather: Worcester in store for 12" to 18" of snow
+5:20: 2 arrested after armed robbery at Flynn’s Truck Stop, Shrewsbury police say
+5:20: Worcester man indicted for murder in July shooting
+5:20: Trash and recycling delayed a day this week in Worcester because of storm
+5:20: Papa Gino’s in Worcester celebrates Beth ‘Buffi’ Jackson for 50 years of service
+5:20: Neighborhood watch meetings in Worcester – February
+5:20: 8 must-see movies coming to local theaters, streaming services in February
+5:20: Trash and recycling delayed a day this week in Holden because of storm
+10:00: Millbury Fire thanks civilian heroes of Sunday's three-decker fire
+8:30: $100,000 Mass Cash winner sold on West Boylston Street in Worcester
+8:30: 5 Things You Need to Know Today in Worcester – Feb. 1
+8:30: All WRTA buses running on snow routes
+8:30: School closings
+7:10: UPDATE: Worcester parking ban effective at 8 a.m. Monday
-Officials urge residents to stay home during storm
-Injured firefighter 'doing well' after three-decker fire in Millbury
-Related: Fire at three-decker on Water Street in Millbury
-Worcester restaurant voted among top 3 most romantic in state
-You can get a tree coffee at Dunkin’ every Monday in February
-Opening public bathrooms in Worcester backed by business group
-WCCA-TV's 'Daily Breaking' (24:02): Author Amanda Sinatra
-Worcester native Michael Orland is music director for idols and stars
-Song to Get You Through the Week: Prateek charms on 'If I Were A Dog'
-ICYMI: Shrewsbury St. restaurants tighten belt during pandemic
-Part 2: John DiPietro's 'Worcester’s Neighborhoods' (12:09): Longfellow and Commodore roads
-Get ready for the perfect Super Bowl Sunday with an awesome package from Peppercorn's Grille and Tavern
-Browse and buy beer, wine & liquor from home with Wachusett Wine & Spirits' online store
-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): No school Tuesday in Grafton because of snowstorm
-Meetings in Millbury this week
-New Sterling town administrator no stranger to small towns
-Women-owned law firm opens in downtown Worcester
-Traded quarterback Matthew Stafford reportedly agreed to go anywhere but to New England
-Holy Cross men's basketball team falls to Colgate
-Gov. Baker bets on sports wagering $$$ in budget
-TV/Streaming: 'The Little Things' HBO Max, stream it or skip it?
-Homes: 5 new Worcester homes for sale
-Shopping: Get a Visa® prepaid card when you bundle eligible LG products at Better Electric
-Cars: New Year Means Huge Savings at Bertera Nissan (7:04)
-Meanwhile, in Wenham, town issues self-defense tips for run-ins with wild turkeys
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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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