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Here's what's happening in and around Worcester today
In The News
-Latest weather: Sunshine under smoky skies, high in low 80s
+6:30: Police: All suspects connected to Worcester shooting in custody
+6:30: Shore Park Beach closed because of health advisory
+6:30: D’Errico’s Market expanding to new location in Sturbridge
+6:30: Worcesteria: Ryan Reynolds should shoot "Deadpool 3" in Worcester
+6:30: Chamber Exchange (10:24): Jennifer Hernandez, GEM Marketing Solutions
+6:30: Janice Harvey: Long-delayed trip to D.C. proves an emotional experience
+6:30: With COVID limits lifted, Worcester theater, music venues going live
+6:30: Holy Cross basketball tickets now on sale
+10:00: No one seriously hurt in 3-car crash in Auburn
+10:00: 5 Things You Need to Know Today in Worcester - July 20
+10:00: Worcester City Council Agenda Preview: July 20
-Grave mistake in Worcester cemetery leaves murder victims buried in wrong plots (3:20). Article
-Email shows former Worcester official asked for developer to sign for reimbursement on work not done
-Law enforcement seeks information on missing Worcester teen
-Worcester jeweler is building his reputation making custom pieces for Joyner Lucas, NFL players and other celebrities
-228-unit apartment building breaks ground today across from Polar Park
-Worcester reveals plan for using $110 million federal stimulus grant
-Local homeowners, water repair companies deal with record breaking rainfall
-Central Mass. native combines science and art to battle climate change
-WCCA-TV's "Worcester Election Countdown" No. 11 (28:46): Meet Moe Bergman, At-Large City Councilor
-"Right Tree, Right Place" to remove 11 trees in Worcester
-Bill Shaner: The Bridge is dead; long live The Bridge
-ICYMI: A village of tiny homes will offer permanent housing for Worcester’s homeless population
-Tribute to 35-year-old Worcester "wife, daughter, sister, and friend" who passed away after surgery
-Only in The 016: Comedian Tony V on performing at benefit for family of fallen Worcester officer (10:58)
-Stormy weather stalls Greater Worcester Opera's "Classic Broadway" show
-Bars & Bands (brought to you by Wachusett Wine & Spirits): The Mayor’s Live Music & Live Streaming List
-See the rest of the day's Worcester news
-Wachusett Wine & Spirits Whiskey Wednesday (41:17): 5 Mezcals you should try
-Good news (brought to you by Bertera Nissan): West Brookfield police officer saves 3 people from home struck by lightning (2:05)
-The Burbs (brought to you by North End Motor Sales): Trucking company leaving Sutton, moving to Auburn
-WATCH: Lightning strike sends Uxbridge family scrambling indoors
-Dean Park and Gauch Park ponds in Shrewsbury remain closed
-Millbury discusses future of building that housed Care Factory
-State of emergency in Orange after flooding (2:28)
-LakePharma of Worcester sold to Albany firm
-GWCF revises pandemic, racial equity grants to focus on nonprofit effectiveness
-Bravehearts' next home game 6:30 p.m. Tuesday. Buy tickets
-Free hat, ticket to Bravehearts game with vaccination card
-WooSox listen, move George's Coney Island to main concourse
-Pirates shake first-place Rattlers, 68-44
-Jesse Burkett 10U All-Stars are softball state champs
-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
-At the office: Program at QCC helps older adults train for manufacturing jobs
-National: Monstrous wildfire in Oregon is now a third the size of Rhode Island
-Smoke from western wildfires could create hazy skies in Mass.
-New England: Mass. House preparing to vote on sports betting
-Mass. store clerk tries to hijack lottery customer’s winning scratch ticket
-Food: Subway launches a website to share the "truth" about its tuna
-Health: Worcester launches 15-week fitness series at city parks
-Animals: Cuddliest duck ever is obsessed with giant dog (3:07)
-TV/Streaming: CNN to debut new streaming service in early 2022
-Movies: Ryan Reynolds, Will Ferrell filming this week at Mechanics Hall
-Celebrity: Halle Berry spotted filming movie in Plainville
-History: The Chutes at White City
-Shopping: Target’s teacher discount is back until end of July
-Homes: Video tour of Burncoat Street home for sale (4:43)
-Meanwhile, in California, video captures car flying through power lines, crashing on road
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Coronavirus (COVID-19)
+6:30: Don’t be fooled into letting your guard down against COVID, U.S. Surgeon General says
-Only 60% of Worcester is vaccinated, causing concern in the community
-Mass. doctor on growing number of cases (3:09)
-Provincetown officials issue new mask advisory in light of outbreak
-Massachusetts schools to keep current fall plan amid pediatrics group call for universal masking
-ICYMI: Here’s what vaccinated people need to know as case counts rise
-717 new cases, 4 deaths in latest Mass. report
-Fully vaccinated Americans will be able to enter Canada again on Aug. 9
-"Breakthrough" cases after vaccines are rare and expected. What you need to know
-WHO officials: We could have COVID under control next year "we we’re really lucky"
-What are symptoms for those who are 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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