In today’s daily 5 Things You Need to Know feature, ThisWeekinWorcester.com explores five important items and stories that Worcester and Central Massachusetts residents should keep a close eye on.
These five things can cover a whole range of subjects and issues that we feel are pertinent to understanding what’s going on in the city and the cities and towns surrounding Worcester.
In today’s edition – Wednesday, March 11 – the state has launched an online coronavirus database, beware of coronavirus consumer scams, get an aerial look of progress at Polar Park, Maker to Main announced their official Grand Opening, and download the Insomnia Cookie app to get 20% off your next order.
State’s DPH Launches Online Coronavirus Dashboard
The Massachusetts Department of Health [DPH] has launched a new online dashboard to provide updates on the number of confirmed and presumptive positive cases of coronavirus across the state.
The site updates each day at 4 PM. You can get to the site here.
As of March 10, there are 92 presumptive positive and confirmed cases of coronavirus in the state.
AG’s Office Warns Consumers to Beware of Scams
Attorney General Maura Healey is warning Massachusetts residents to be on alert for individuals and businesses that may try to take advantage of uncertainty about the coronavirus.
“Fears about the coronavirus are on the rise and so are those looking to capitalize on uncertainty about its impact in Massachusetts,” said AG Healey. “We want consumers to be vigilant when it comes to fraud and abuse and encourage everyone to learn how to protect themselves from scams and use our office as a resource.”
The AG’s Office encourages residents visit reputable sources like the Centers for Disease Control (CDC), the World Health Organization, or the Massachusetts Department of Public Health for updates on the coronavirus and its impact in Massachusetts and beware of untrustworthy sources that might be spreading false information.
Get an Aerial View of Construction Progress at Polar Park
The Gilbane-Hunt construction crew and the City of Worcester continue to make progess at the Polar Park construction site and say they still remain on track for a spring 2021 opening.
Here’s an aerial view of progress at Polar Park:
Progress Report 📝 pic.twitter.com/gN3YIbytRe
— Polar Park (@PolarPark2021) March 9, 2020
Maker to Main Schedules Grand Opening
Although it opened last month, Maker to Main is ready to celebrate its downtown Worcester opening on Tuesday, March 17 at 5 PM.
The grocery store — located at 328 Main St. — is filled with ingredients and items from local makers ranging from local produce, fruit, fresh flowers, spices and herbs, maple and honey, vinegars, syrups, flour, rice, oats and grains, tea, meats, cheeses, dairy and more all from local makers.
To learn more about Maker to Main Market, the Local Box, network of farms and chefs who buy local food, visit www.MakertoMain.com.
Here’s How to Get 20% Off Your Next Order at Insomnia Cookies
Insomnia Cookies are bringing back Confetti Cookies this week and to celebrate they’re offering 20% off delivery and pickup orders placed through their mobile app.
All you need to do is download the app, log in, and use the code “CONFETTI” prior to checkout. The offer expires on March 16 at 3 AM.
Download the app on iTunes or Google Play.
Insomnia Cookies is located at 1 Kelley Square in Worcester.
