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Here's what's happening in and around Worcester today
In The News
+4:00: Spencer police officer charged, suspended after domestic incident following heated talk over stimulus check, records say
+4:00: Janice Harvey: Worcester, your best life is within reach
+4:00: Check out Glue Man Records, a DIY record label here in Worcester
+11:30: School bus collides with tractor trailer in Shrewsbury, driver, 7 children hurt (2:09)
+11:30: Holy Cross, Fordham reschedule football matchup for March 27
+9:30: 5 Things You Need to Know Today in Worcester – March 23
+9:30: Wachusett, Kettle Brook golf courses to open for season on Friday
-JetBlue flights to Florida could return to Worcester Regional Airport by end of summer, city officials say
-ICYMI: Worcester wooing new Breeze Airways founder to regional airport
-Man stabbed after allegedly questioning sexual preference of Worcester woman from dating app
-Wayne Beckford, Kassandra Caceres identified as Rutland hikers who died at Acadia National Park
-15-year-old boy shot Sunday featured in video on social media wielding firearms with friends
-Owner of local senior living facility sued in California for allegedly manipulating Medicare ratings system
-Worcester foundation head resigns abruptly after 19 months
-Worcester to install multi-space parking meters
-City Councilor concerned about road conditions
-Worcester City Councilor wants to see virtual participation continue
-Yenni Desroches seeks District 5 Council seat
-Hunger relief organizations hope food drive addresses food insecurity in Central Mass.
-Worcesteria: Clock ticking fast for Bridge fundraising efforts
-Dunkin’ launching free doughnut Wednesdays
-Unity Radio's 'Epicenter 508'
-Bars & Bands (brought to you by Wachusett Wine & Spirits): The Mayor's Live & Streaming Music List
-The Burbs (brought to you by North End Motor Sales): Holden officer promoted to sergeant
-317-apartment Village at Grafton Woods will soon take shape
-Dead farm animals found dumped on Brimfield roadside
-Charlton police welcome first K9 in 20 years
-Auburn Fire Rescue call log March 8-14
-Jolie Creo named Crusader of the Week
-Denis Leary series 'The Moodys' inspired by his Worcester roots
-Cultural Coalition names El Salón Artist in Residence
-National: 10 killed in shooting at Colorado supermarket
-Enter to win 2 tickets to the WooSox, courtesy of North End Motor Sales
-Cars: The all-new Nissan Rogue is at Bertera Nissan (5:41)
-Homes: Hundreds of homes have crumbling foundations
-Food: Smoker-style barbecue pork ribs from Wachusett Wine & Spirits
-TV/Streaming: New on Amazon Prime in April
-Fuller RV Rental & Sales: Act now to secure your summer RV rental (10:24)
-Meanwhile, in New York, kindergarten teacher put on leave after 'communication error,' giving middle finger to parent over Zoom
Coronavirus (COVID-19)
+4:00: Administration not confident Johnson & Johnson will meet 20 million goal by end of month
+11:30: More than 70% of Worcester parents in survey say they want 5-day per week in-person learning
-Radio Worcester (11:32): Dr. Michael Hirsh gives us a vaccination update as we race to get needles in arms
-How Worcester’s COVID enforcement team is ensuring businesses follow state, CDC guidelines
-Worcester nonprofits work to educate their skeptical populations
-850,000 more Massachusetts residents now eligible for vaccine
-Free testing in Worcester this week
-ICYMI: Love on the front lines: Couple meets while working at Worcester's DCU Center field hospital (2:16). Article
-Mass. officials announce 1,103 new cases, 27 deaths, 7-day positivity rate holds at 2 percent
-Third wave hits Europe; lockdowns imposed
-How to check and clean up your credit report amid pandemic errors
-Do I need the second dose of the vaccine? (3:32)
-Good news (brought to you by Bertera Nissan): 81-year-old nursing assistant in North Carolina missed no shifts amid COVID
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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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