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Here's what's happening in and around Worcester today
In The News
-Latest weather: Worcester is the 2nd snowiest city in U.S. this Winter
+5:00: George Clooney, maybe Ben Affleck, due to film scenes of 'The Tender Bar' in downtown Worcester
+5:00: Leicester police warn of door-to-door fundraising scam
+5:00: Man and woman arrested for shoplifting, drugs in Westborough
+5:00: Enter drawing to win a WooSox jersey
+5:00: Janice Harvey: Andrew Noone joins pantheon of local authors with 'Bathsheba Spooner'
+Noon: Northborough nurse charged with stealing drugs from a dementia patient
+Noon: Worcester man, a former State Police Association of Mass. president accused of fraud, wants multiple charges dropped
+Noon: Guillermo Creamer Jr. enters Worcester City Council race
+Noon: 5 Things You Need to Know Today in Worcester – April 6
+Noon: Buy one, get one free on Amtrak roomettes from Worcester
+Noon: Artist Spotlight: Lily O’Brien
-Worcester resident wins $10 million after buying instant ticket at Popcorn Market
-Police find evidence of gunfire on Chandler Street
-Woman arrested in connection with Gates Street stabbing in Worcester
-Millbury: Teen's drinking leads to charges against father, grandfather, uncle
-Downtown Worcester Beer Garden to reopen next Tuesday
-Worcester launches outdoor dining grant program website
-Boston Globe: After years of struggle at Becker College, the pandemic was one hurdle too many
-Worcester developer on a mission to revitalize city's architectural gems
-Worcester charter school relocating to former St. Mary's
-Former officer cites racism at Worcester Police Department
-New commuter rail schedule in effect: Here's what you need to know
-Worcesteria: John L. Foley not running for re-election to School Committee
-Learn 10 Free Ways to Market Your Small Business from GEM Marketing Solutions
-RMV says vehicle inspection program down through Tuesday
-WCCA-TV's 'Daily Breaking' (32:14): Edith Morgan, Host, 'Senior Speak'
-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): Lancaster roller rink closes after more than 40 years (1:42)
-The loss of Becker College could have big impact on Leicester
-Tractor trailer hits bridge on Route 9 in Westborough
-Construction this morning in Western States in Holden
-323-acre Rutland property sold by EcoTarium
-Fitchburg woman sentenced for theft of public funds
-ICYMI: Flames tear through Leicester home (:18)
-Holy Cross men's hockey coach resigns
-Holy Cross to add new video board at Fitton Field
-Enter to win 2 tickets to the WooSox, courtesy of North End Motor Sales
-New England: Massachusetts collects $3 billion in tax revenue in March, exceeding state projections again
-Tragic: Family sues after California man dies in taco eating contest
-National: 2 Texas brothers kill 4 family members then themselves, cops say
-Cars: Swing into spring with huge savings and selection at Bertera Nissan (6:47)
-Fuller RV Rental & Sales: Act now to secure your summer RV rental (10:24)
-Food: McDonald’s has a sweet new treat
-Homes: The 5 newest homes to hit the market in Worcester
-Animals: Bear population in Central Mass. growing at a fast pace
-Good news (brought to you by Bertera Nissan): Organ recipients, loved ones commemorate National Donate Life Month in Worcester
-Meanwhile, in Fall River, Lizzie Borden murder house sells for $2 million, turned into Bed & Breakfast
Coronavirus (COVID-19)
+Noon: President moving vaccine eligibility date to April 19
-UMass CEO: Safety of school kids a safe bet for parents
-Worcester announces equity vaccine mobile clinic at YMCA on Saturday
-Radio Worcester (11:17): Dr. Michael Hirsh talks vaccinations vs. variants as we hit April
-Mass. leads nation in cases of Brazil variant
-Free testing this week in Worcester
-Mass. officials announce 2,912 new cases, 43 deaths, 7-day positivity rate holds at 2.4 percent after Easter Sunday
-The final insult: Some dying of COVID while awaiting vaccine
-'Double mutant' COVID strain emerges in California
-Some COVID-19 long haulers say symptoms improved after getting vaccine
-Dr. Fauci predicts packed movie theaters by late fall
-Meanwhile, in Nevada, woman threatens to shoot husband because he got vaccine
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In The News
>WEATHER: Mark Rosenthal's 7-day forecast (:32). High of 47 today in Worcester
>TOP OF THE NEWS
-State plans playground, spray deck and more at Lake Park
-Many hands, clean work on Earth Day, Working for Worcester cleanups
-18 new condos on Elm Street are for sale. Take a look inside
-UMass Memorial Health buys Worcester Business Center (former Thom McAn building) for $14 million
-Community Healthlink workers make plea to City Council for support
-Worcester wants to pause a code to reduce emissions. Here’s why
-Worcester Mayor Joe Petty, other elected officials endorse Ed Markey for reelection
-Mass has No. 2 highest effective tax rate in U.S. What state beats it?
-Tree House Brewing looks to move into old “Cheers” bar in Boston (2:11). Article
-11-year-old to represent Wachusett Equestrian Team at national competition (3:01)
-Worcester Guardian Week in Review: stretch code clash, Tech High surge, marathon spirit
>FAITH: New bishop for Episcopal Diocese of Western Mass., which includes Worcester
-Why churches are closing amid a Catholic comeback
>DINING OUT: Specials at Worcester-area restaurants for the cost-conscious diner
-ICYMI: Driver arrested in crash that killed 10-year-old Webster girl (:30). Article
-Brother of 4-year-old who fell 7 stories in Worcester says child is expected to make full recovery
-Worcester half marathon planned for 2027 return
-Worcester Caribbean American Carnival canceled for 2026. Here’s why
-See the rest of the day's Worcester news
>HOLDEN (brought to you by Lamoureux Ford): Wachusett Echo: Friday Night Lights go viral: AJ Greene brings YouTube buzz to Wachusett
-Longtime customer praises Lamoureux Ford (3:29)
-Absentee ballot information for town election
>THE BURBS (brought to you by North End Motor Sales): Company that runs Oxford transfer station fined $20,000
-Rutland public safety hangs on outcome of Prop. 2½ override vote
-No open burning in Shrewsbury tomorrow
-Homeless man arrested for stealing beef jerky, chili and Snickers from Leominster Walmart
-Charlton selectmen approve dispatcher hire, recognize 26-year D.P.W. veteran
-Brookfield Select Board vote fails; questions emerge over use of Vice Chair title
>BARS & BANDS: The Mayor's Live Music List for Sunday
>SHOWTIME: Things to Do: Author Jose Enrique Delmonte Soñé, Alton Brown and more
-Quench your "Jurassic Quest" at dinosaur-themed park
-Acclaimed guitarist Aaron Larget-Caplan to give free concert to celebrate the the nation's 250th in Southbridge
-Celebrate Patriots’ Day at these popular events
-WCCA-TV's Video Jam No. 1367 (30:00): Rob Bellamy, Theo Lawrence and more
>OPINION: Ray Mariano: The assault on women's rights in America
-Brian Nelson Laurel cartoon on Worcester April school vacation
-WCCA-TV's Chandler Chat No. 489 (26:37): Eric Alper, MD
-Radio Worcester Roundtable (50:54): 5 big issues Worcester is talking about right now
>OBITUARIES: Tribute to former owner of Edgemere Diner and Route 20 Pizza
>SPORTS: NFL not investigating Mike Vrabel's behavior with reporter Dianna Russini
-Russini mounts daring rescue of elderly man, dog
-Celtics-76ers predictions roundup
-Bruins-Sabres predictions roundup
-Red Sox lose to Detroit, 4-1
-Dodgers reportedly plan to call up Millbury's Ryan Ward
-Holy Cross women's lacrosse team knocks off No. 17 Loyola, 14-9
-Holy Cross men's rowing posts 3 wins on Senior Day
-Win WooSox tickets courtesy of North End Motor Sales
-WooSox lose to Nashville, 2-1
-Railers beat Thunder, 3-2
>NATIONAL: Iran says it has closed Strait of Hormuz again
-Mom of 3 accused of helping husband run prostitution ring catering to cops out of family home
-Tragic: 4 teens arrested for allegedly kidnapping former classmate, torturing him over girlfriend dispute
>NEW ENGLAND: Paul Revere's midnight ride is reenacted (2:39)
-Fatal Lexington police shooting under investigation
-Mass. high school employee found dead amid investigation into "sexualized" TikTok video
>COLLEGES: Holy Cross freshman Trevor Smith explores passion for photography
-From marine science to the M.I.S.E. Program: A S.T.E.M. educator’s journey
>TRAVEL (brought to you by Fuller RV & Rental): 7 U.S. tourist attractions with the longest lines
-Do you really have to check out of a hotel?
>BUSINESS: How North Carolina beat Mass. on jobs
-How does average hourly pay in Mass. compare to other states? See data
-Magic retirement number hits $1.46 million — half of Americans unprepared
>HEALTH: Can your zip code impact your heart health? (2:38)
-Doctors link air pollution to sinus infections and chronic congestion (2:23). Article
>SHOPPING: Bissell recalls 1.7 million steam cleaners over burn risk
>TV/STREAMING: Bravo pauses "The Real Housewives of Miami" amid low ratings
>MOVIES: "Violent Night 2" trailer introduces Kristen Bell as Mrs. Claus
>CELEBRITY: Christina Applegate hospitalized amid M.S. battle: Report
-Natalie Portman is pregnant with baby No. 3, her first with partner Tanguy Destable
>ANIMALS: Cat cries for hours under dumpster. What happened next (2:00)
>HISTORY: 20 years later: How Mass. health care reform changed access
>GOOD NEWS: How a 10-year-old boy's birthday wish demonstrates acceptance and love (2:33)
-Meanwhile, in San Francisco, sea lion wanders inland to neighborhood
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