'Mistake' Results In Town Council's 1st Woman President: Patch PM

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

Braintree Town Councilor Makes Mistake On Council President Vote

Braintree Councilor Steve Sciascia said he misunderstood a procedural rule and mistakenly voted for Shannon Hume for Town Council president.

Danvers Crossing Guard Struck By Car, Seriously Injured

The longtime crossing guard was brought to Beverly Hospital.

1 Macy's Store Closure Expected In MA In Coming Months

Macy's is closing dozens of stores across America in January and February, according to reports.

Judge Rules Salem Can Swear-In Riccardi

Judge John Lu ruled in favor of the city and lifted an injunction that had barred the city from swearing in Megan Riccardi.

Sharon 'Piggybacker' Arrested On Outstanding Warrant: MBTA Police

MBTA Transit Police said Daniel Namiatov was caught dodging fare, then found to have arrest warrant out of Somerville District Court.

Bunny-Masked Bandit Sentenced For Providence Gas Station Robbery

Ashley Weaver was is also suspected of wearing animal masks in armed robberies in Mansfield and Attleboro.

Cat Found Frozen To Shipping Container In Dedham Adopted

Schooner the cat's sad story has a happy ending as he heads to his forever home.