Politics & Government

Candidate Sues City After One-Vote Election Loss: Patch PM

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In his filing, Ryan claims a Spanish-speaking voter who arrived at the polling place 20 minutes before it closed on Nov. 5 was not allowed to vote.
In his filing, Ryan claims a Spanish-speaking voter who arrived at the polling place 20 minutes before it closed on Nov. 5 was not allowed to vote. (Pam Ryan/Used with permission)

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Candidate Sues City Over One-Vote Election Loss

Ryan claims a Spanish-speaking voter who arrived at the polling place 20 minutes before it closed and was not allowed to vote or given a provisional ballot, but an English-speaking voter behind was allowed to vote.

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Patriots Sign Youtube Star As Kicking Woes Persist

Kicker Josh Gable, who gained fame for posting trick shot videos online, finally has an NFL job.

Doctors Would Question Patients About Guns Under Bill

The proposal drew criticism from gun rights activists.

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7-Foot Tall Christmas Decorations Missing From Learning Center

Creative Early Learning Center director said three 7-foot inflatable decorations were stolen off the center's lawn.

Tax Override Passes In Brookline, Driscoll School To Be Rebuilt

The override passed by 1,182 votes Tuesday.

Protest Group: 6 More Arrested At Weymouth Compressor Station

The group Fore River Residents Against the Compressor Station said six protesters were arrested for blocking entrance to the station.

Bruins Are Tops In Google's Year In Search

Boston loves its sports teams, Game of Thrones and snow days, according to Google's annual look at search trends in Massachusetts.

Waltham To Pay Stigmatines $11M More For Future School Property

A years long battle with a local religious order may have just been resolved.

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