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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 (: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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