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Here's what's happening in and around Worcester today
In The News
-Driver in horrific wrong-way crash was from Worcester
-Sunday: 3 die as SUVs collide in wrong-way crash on I-84 in Sturbridge
-Community comes together to show support for ill Worcester Police Officer and his family
-5 Things You Need to Know Today in Worcester - April 19
-ICYMI: Worcester the 14th hottest real estate market in the country
-Advocates throw a block party in hopes of saving 'The Bridge'
-Artist offers new take on existing POW!WOW! Worcester mural
-WCCA-TV's 'Health Matters' (28:03): Jennifer K. Yates and Kriti Mittal, UMass Memorial
-Friday's storm puts Worcester in line for Snowiest City title
-Here's what to do with your kids during April vacation in Mass.
-Reminder: No trash pickup delay in Worcester on Patriots Day
-See all the day's Worcester news
-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): Water service interruption in parts of Shrewsbury today, tomorrow
-Road construction begins on multiple roads in Grafton
-Holden teen builds tiny house in backyard
-Northborough police host DEA National RX Takeback Day site
-I-90 West exit in Auburn closed Tuesday night
-ICYMI: Man fatally struck by 2 different vehicles on I-190 in Sterling
-WPI University Lecture Series featuring Cornel West (1:29:01)
-Holy Cross football team to play South Dakota State in NCAA playoffs
-Rick Hoyt remembers his father, Boston Marathon icon Dick Hoyt
-Though Marathon postponed, some running full race route
-Enter to win 2 tickets to the WooSox, courtesy of North End Motor Sales
-WBJ's 40 Under Forty nominations due May 7
-BID asks for artists to decorate empty Worcester storefronts
-Song to Get You Through the Week: D-Tension's 'Kenmore Square' is really relatable
-Cars: Swing into spring with huge savings and selection at Bertera Nissan (6:47)
-Homes: The 5 newest houses for sale in Worcester
-Animals: Adoption bio goes viral for 'tiny demon who hates humans' (1:05)
-Fuller RV Rental & Sales: Act now to secure your summer RV rental (10:24)
-Food: Chef Joey's zucchini flowers
-Tribute to writer Al Southwick of Leicester, who passed away at 100
-History: Front Street and Worcester Common in early 1900s
-TV/Streaming: Netflix hit 'Bridgerton' renewed for seasons 3 and 4
-See all big the winners from the 56th Academy of Country Music Awards
-Meanwhile, in Newton, man spots his stolen bicycle while watching Ch. 5 report
Coronavirus (COVID-19)
-‘It feels like relief’: Vaccine eligibility opens to Mass. residents 16 and older
-N.H. opens vaccines to non-residents Monday
-Worcester State's 'The Beat' (20:59): Dr. Michael Hirsh
-Assumption will require all students, staff and faculty to receive vaccine in fall
-South Grafton family honors COVID-19 victims with memorial
-ICYMI: Worcester pharmacist on frontline of pandemic with vaccinations
-Mass. officials announce 1,265 new cases and 7 deaths with a positivity rate of 1.97 percent
-Half of U.S. adults have received at least one dose of vaccine
-Vaccine demand is slowing in parts of the U.S.
-How long after COVID recovery should I get vaccinated?
-Dr. Fauci says U.S. will likely resume use of J&J vaccine with a warning or restriction
-Good news (brought to you by Bertera Nissan): This woman has made more than 1,500 special masks for kids at a Missouri hospital
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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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