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Here's what's happening in and around Worcester today
In The News
-Latest weather: Dry & quiet today, high of 76
+5:30: Restrictions on boating, swimming in Lake Quinsigamond
+Noon: It's Saturday! Check Dining Out and Bars & Bands before making plans
+Noon: Video of rushing waters Friday at Blackstone River Gateway in Worcester, Part 1 (1:07)
+Noon: Video of rushing waters Friday at Blackstone River Gateway in Worcester, Part 2 (1:44)
+Noon: On this date in 1759, the Leicester Tornado
+Noon: WPI researcher awarded $799,995 for cancer research
-Daily precipitation record broken in Worcester
-Reporter shows how fast floodwater rises in Worcester (1:07)
-Gallery (33 photos): Tropical Storm Elsa floods Worcester streets
-Who got the most rain from tropical storm Elsa in Massachusetts?
-Worcester closes roads for flooding (2:32)
-5 Great Ways to Spend Your Weekend in Worcester
-Man accused of murdering a Worcester hospital worker is held without bail
-Former Holy Cross professor sues school over firing in sexual misconduct investigation
-Jackknifed tractor-trailer causes big delays on Route 290 in Shrewsbury
-Diverse Worcester Police recruiting class overcomes obstacles. Graduation video (1:20:26)
-Joyner Lucas releases "Shoot My Shot" from "Space Jam: A New Legacy" (3:22)
-Talks between nurses, St. Vincent Hospital fail to end strike
-Replay of Channel 5's "Chronicle" in Worcester: Transformation, Collaboration, Polar Park, Worcester Public Market
-Local Haiti groups react to killing
-Worcesteria: Game rained out, but not the joy
-Only in The 016: Funnyman Lenny Clarke talks about comedy benefit for family of Manny Familia (12:19)
-Artist Spotlight: John Hayes-Nikas, finding one's own meaning in
-Worcester celebrates Smiley Face creator Harvey Ball's 100th birthday
-Scott Brown and the Diplomats to present credentials at Indian Ranch
-Closed Worcester restaurant to move, reopen downtown
-ICYMI: 79-year-old Worcester woman robbed at Union Station, police ask for help
-See the rest of the day's Worcester news
-Bars & Bands (brought to you by Wachusett Wine & Spirits): The Mayor’s Live Music & Live Streaming List for Saturday
-New Episode: Wachusett Wine & Spirits Whiskey Wednesday (27:12): Yellowstone Bourbon Barrel Pick
-The Burbs (brought to you by North End Motor Sales): Holden Bandstand Concert Series show 6-8 p.m. Sunday
-Shrewsbury selectman is named a Commonwealth Heroine of 2021
-Village at Grafton Woods gets final go-ahead from Planning Board
-Day passes now available for Grafton residents at Silver Lake Beach
-Tribute to long-standing fixture in municipal politics, who passed away a day after his 77th birthday
-Business: Microsoft’s Windows security flaw is a big deal. Here’s what you can do about it
-Bravehearts rained out, next game noon Saturday. Buy tickets, all tickets $5
-NESN to broadcast Bravehearts game on Saturday
-Free admission to Bravehearts game with vaccination card
-Bravehearts and Mass. Pirates team up for Worcester Sports Saturday
-Cars: Great Savings right now at Bertera Nissan in Auburn (4:12)
-RV rentals and sales, including at Fuller RV in Boylston, are shaking up the travel industry
-Health: FDA head calls for probe into approval of Alzheimer's drug Aduhelm
-Animals: Adoption option: Meet Rainbow
-History: The old Union Station
-Food: Oreo announces 2 new limited-edition flavors
-TV/Streaming: New movies and shows to watch this weekend
-Celebrity: First look image for HBO Max's "Sex and the City" revival
-Movies: New movies on VOD
-Good news (brought to you by Bertera Nissan): 8-year-old in Michigan takes on "50-yard challenge" to help neighbors
-Meanwhile, in India, video shows crocodile strutting through town like he owns the place
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Coronavirus (COVID-19)
-Vaccinated students, teachers don’t need masks at school, CDC says
-Mass. testing rate rises to 0.5%
-ICYMI: CDC says a booster is not necessary yet if you're fully vaccinated
-Register now for $1 million giveaway. Enter at vaxmillionsgiveaway.com
In The News
>WEATHER: Mark Rosenthal's 7-day forecast (:39). High of 40 today in Worcester
>TOP OF THE NEWS
-Worcester police S.W.A.T. team arrests man after armed domestic incident on Lawnfair Street
-Real estate developer Chip Norton sued by creditor who claims he owes $1 million
-Federal judge forces Worcester pastor Encarnacion into bankruptcy
-R.F.K. Jr. demands Dunkin', Starbucks prove drinks are "safe" (1:51). Article
-Radio Worcester (10:45): Vendors sought for Out to Lunch summer series on the Common
-Aislinn Doyle: March 5th School Committee meeting agenda preview
-Worcester considers cutting school busing distance to 1.5 miles
-Updated Worcester trash and recycling schedule through March 9th
>DINING OUT: Phantom Gourmet visits Worcester restaurant (5:05)
-ICYMI: Auburn police seek missing woman last seen in Florida over a month ago
-What you need to know: Worcester St. Patrick’s Parade ready to step off
-A.G. confirms lawsuit to follow Holden Town Meeting vote on housing law
-Holy Cross students keep community fed with fridge program (1:32)
-See the rest of the day's Worcester news
>HOLDEN (brought to you by Lamoureux Ford): Wachusett Echo: Debate over homework load continues at W.R.H.S.
-Winter snow brings great values at Lamoureux Ford (2:00)
-Wachusett Echo: The rewards and realities of A.P. classes at Wachusett
>THE BURBS (brought to you by North End Motor Sales): D.A. says foul play suspected after human remains found in Shirley
-Grafton Select Board approves increase to pay-as-you-throw bag fees
-Good deed by Gardner D.P.W. raises eyebrows on City Council
-$1 million lottery winner in Shrewsbury eyes investment, home buy
-Spencer selectmen hear more about FY'27 budget
-Police logs from Shrewsbury, Northborough and Westborough
>BARS & BANDS: The Mayor's Live Music List for Thursday
>SHOWTIME: Grace Givertz in the spotlight for Club 321 at Mechanics Hall
-Listen Up: Worcester's Many Kids Take Meds debuts new singles
-Discovering King Tut's Tomb exhibit coming to Boston (1:54)
>OPINION: Last Call: Rosa Fernandez, community health leader
-Tracey Faraday: Self-care station for your 2 a.m. feedings
-Radio Worcester Roundtable (48:00): Worcester police staffing crisis and $35 million Holden sewer lawsuit loss
>OBITUARIES: Tribute to past president of the Worcester Rotary Club
>SPORTS: Patriots to release Stefon Diggs in cost-saving move: Reports
-Mike Vrabel sparks A.J. Brown-to-Patriots trade speculation with latest comments
-Celtics lose to Hornets, 118-89 (2:04). Article
-Holy Cross women’s basketball completes 12-point fourth-quarter comeback against B.U.; secures No. 2 seed in Patriot League tournament
-Holy Cross women's hockey coach Katie Lachapelle named Hockey East Coach of the Year
-Holy Cross men’s basketball travels to No. 2 Lehigh for Patriot League quarterfinals
-South girls' hoops star Madison Leighton balances court, class, crisis
>NATIONAL: Iran launches new wave of attacks on Israeli and U.S. bases
-Father who gave gun to alleged school shooter is convicted of murder
-Tragic: Husband fatally shot wife and himself at hospital moments after welcoming their first child
>NEW ENGLAND: Providence diocese abuse report exposes decades of cover up
-Cash box with $1,000 stolen from Girl Scouts selling cookies in New Hampshire
>TRAVEL (brought to you by Fuller RV & Rental): Expedia's most affordable U.S. and abroad destinations for 2026
-The ultimate guide to solo travel confidence
>BUSINESS: 21 Attorneys General demand action from GoFundMe
-LPL Financial Research: How LPL Research thinks about dividends
-How long will it take to pay off your credit card?
>HOMES: Tips for snow and ice removal around your home
>HEALTH: Rates of rectal cancer rising, particularly among young people (1:59)
>FOOD: KFC revives beloved '90s menu item—but fans say something's missing
>TV/STREAMING: What is “Netflix After Dark”? Is the N.S.F.W. streaming category real?
>MOVIES: Trailer for "Peaky Blinders: The Immortal Man" (2:40)
>CELEBRITY: All the celebrities at Paris Fashion Week March
-Christina Applegate dumped Brad Pitt for '80s rocker: memoir
>ANIMALS: Orange cat outsmarts his entire household (1:52)
>HISTORY: Worcester County Wonders: The Worcester woman who refused to pay taxes
>GOOD NEWS: Years-old lottery numbers finally earn woman a $100,000 prize
-Meanwhile, world's smallest arcade machine is only .98 inch tall
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