Man's Message In A Bottle Gets Reply 9 Years Later: Patch PM

Welcome to Monday's Patch PM. Here are today's top headlines:

Man's Message In A Bottle Gets Response From France 9 Years Later

"Logistically, I think I have a higher chance of winning the lottery than this happening," the man said. His note was dated Aug. 21, 2010.

Trooper Accused Of Lewd Act Has Charges Dropped Under 'Brave Act'

Charges were dismissed against a State Trooper accused of exposing himself and punching a man under a law that dismisses some charges for veterans who are first-time offenders.

Teen Had 'Very Severe' Concussion Symptoms After Peabody Arrest

The victim, a Peabody police officer and a neurologist took the stand in the third day a federal civil trial in Boston.

Funeral Set For Buffalo Wild Wings Manager Killed In Chemical Accident

Funeral arrangements were scheduled for the 32-year-old Buffalo Wild Wings manager who died in a tragic accident last week.

D'Amici's Abruptly Closes Bakery Locations

Stores in Melrose, Lynn and Reading had a handwritten note in its door.

Tractor-Trailer Crash In Acton Causes Serious Injuries

Two women were trapped in their car that crashed with a tractor-trailer and had to be rushed to the hospital with serious injuries.

Wilmington Teen Who Died Of Cancer Remembered As Sweet, Resilient

Zachary Duong, 16, died of cancer Nov. 1. He "wanted to be like everyone else," his mother said.

Boy Falls Into Hole, Rescued By Newton Firefighters

A boy is recovering after falling about 10-feet into a dirt hole and breaking his collarbone in Newton.

Store Had 2 $100,000 Lottery Winners Recently

Three people from Framingham have won $100,000 Mass Cash prizes since September, and two were sold at the same store.