Bank Robbery, Fraud, Big Real Estate Sale: Patch Top Stories

NEWTON, MA — From a rollover crash to arrests after the robbery of a mail carrier, here are the top stories on Patch for the week ending Dec. 23.

Bus Routes, Subway Service: What MBTA Winter Schedule Means For Riders

The MBTA's winter schedule took effect on Dec. 18 with updated service levels for T bus and train networks.

Bank Robbery Draws Police Response Near Brookline/Boston Line

Police responded on Tuesday following reports of a robbery at a Citizens Bank in West Roxbury.

Bomb Threats Continue At Tufts University Medford/Somerville Campus

Threats continued on the Medford/Somerville campus of Tufts University, prompting officials to ramp up security.

Frustration, Protests After Student Stabbed At Medford High School

A student was stabbed and another was arrested Dec. 19 after a fight in a Medford High School bathroom. School community members later expressed outrage over larger school safety concerns at a School Committee meeting and at an ensuing student walkout. Official are now promising a series of safety changes.

Brookline Doctor Indicted In Health Care Fraud, Money Laundering Case

Prosecutors said Pankaj Merchia bought securities and an expensive Brookline home with money taken through a pair of schemes.

'Deplorable Conditions': 18 Dogs Rescued In Malden Animal Cruelty Case

Authorities on Wednesday said they found emaciated and undergroomed dogs in an illegal kennel in a Malden home Dec. 2

Brookline Police Seek Public's Help After BLM, Pride Flags Defaced

The Brookline Police hate crimes unit is investigating the incident at the Coolidge Corner branch of the Public Library of Brookline.

Somerville Teens Arrested In Melrose Mail Carrier Robbery Case

Police said TikTok trends and other sources may have given the teens the idea to steal mail containing checks to get money.

Newton Apartment Complex Sells For $29.55 Million

The 112-unit development is located off North Street in Newton near the Newton/Waltham line.

Driver Avoids Injury In Brookline Rollover

Police shared a photo from the crash site showing a car upside down after the rollover.