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Plane Flips Over + Famous Restaurant Closing + Concert Features Patriots: MA Weekend

Plus: A baby giraffe has become the centerpiece of the Southwick Zoo.

MASSACHUSETTS — A pilot was injured after his small plane landing went awry at an airport in Fitchburg this past weekend.

Meanwhile, an iconic restaurant in Taunton announced its tenure is coming to an end after more than 60 years.

Plus, country star Morgan Wallen was joined by two New England Patriots legends during his weekend concert at Gillette Stadium.

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Plane Flips Over During Landing At Small Massachusetts Airport, Injuring Pilot

The pilot’s Cessna 170 flipped over completely at the Fitchburg Airport at approximately 10 a.m. Saturday morning. The pilot was transported to the hospital for what was described as “minor scratches” and the airport was temporarily closed.

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Beloved MA Drive-In To Close After 60 Years In Business

The Star Drive-In is slated to close its doors in March of next year. Owner Erika Madden cited “issues” with her lease and said that city government has not offered to help out her and her business and prevent it from closing. The eatery is located at 205 Myricks St.

Morgan Wallen's Gillette Stadium Concerts Feature Guest Appearances From Mike Vrabel, Rob Gronkowski

The country star is known for his signature walkouts in which he is joined by other famous people significant to the region he is performing. On Friday night, Wallen was joined by former player and current Head Coach Mike Vrabel. The next night, former tight end and four-time Super Bowl Champion Rob Gronkowski joined Wallen and excited the crowd in charismatic fashion.

Adorable Baby Giraffe At Southwick's Zoo Already Stealing Hearts

The giraffe calf is the newest addition to the Mendon zoo. Despite being less than two weeks old, he is already standing more than five feet tall.

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