Across Massachusetts, MA|News|
Severe Thunderstorms In MA: Lightning, Heavy Rain Incoming
Storms were already rumbling early Thursday morning, but more severe storms may roll across the state throughout the day.
Neal McNamara, Patch Staff
Neal McNamara , Patch Staff
- Worcester, MA
News editor and reporter based in Worcester, MA. Email me at neal.mcnamara@patch.com or follow on Twitter @Neal_McNamara.
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Marlborough, MA|News|
Fatal Fire In Marlborough Under Investigation
The fire along Nolan Way broke out at around 8:30 a.m. Wednesday, the fire department reported.
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Shrewsbury, MA|News|
Rescue Of Shrewsbury Man After Heart Attack Earns DA Award
911 dispatchers talked Andy MacIsaac's wife through chest compression before police and paramedics arrived during the July 2023 incident.
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Wayland, MA|News|
Eversource Wants Electric Rate Increase For Summer 2024
Just in time for peak air conditioning season, Eversource is seeking permission to raise rates for residential and commercial customers.
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Worcester|News|
Ephemeral 'Surface Scums' Detected At Indian Lake
The Indian Lake scums likely aren't harmful, and won't be around for long.
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Marlborough, MA|News|
Economic Strife Delays New Marlborough Cannabis Shop
The Marlborough City Council agreed to extend a special permit for the Calverde Naturals store along the Boston Post Road.
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Worcester|News|
Worcester Seeks Artists To Decorate Drab Utility Boxes
The city will provide funding for projects on the theme "Worcester's Rich and Diverse Community."
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Westborough, MA|News|
Dozens Turn Out For Westborough Garden Club Plant Sale
The weekend event supports the club's scholarship program, and the 2024 will study the environment at Tufts.
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Across Massachusetts, MA|News|
MA Beaches, Spray Parks Opening For 2024 Summer Season: DCR
Memorial Day will mark the start of summer swimming seasons at state beaches across the state, coinciding with a rise in temperatures.
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Worcester|News|
Worcester Community Walk Comes As City Seeks Mobility Plan Input
An annual community walk hosted by WalkMassachusetts is coming to Worcester, just as the city is seeking feedback on a new mobility plan.
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Sudbury, MA|News|
Sudbury 2024 Memorial Day Parade, Ceremonies: What To Know
Sudbury's traditional Memorial Day parade and ceremony will take place Monday. Here are all the details.
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Milford, MA|News|
Milford 2024 Memorial Day Parade Features Local Firefighter, Marine
Milford's traditional Memorial Day parade and ceremony will take place Monday. Here are all the details.
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Worcester|News|
Air Quality Alert In Worcester County As Heat Peaks: MassDEP
Sensitive groups like children, older people and people with chronic lung diseases should take precautions Wednesday.
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Worcester|News|
Tolls At MA Border: Idea Revived By Worcester State Senator
The Senate budget bill includes a measure from Sen. Robyn Kennedy to study border tolling, a controversial idea for non-Mass Pike drivers.
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Westborough, MA|News|
MA Teens Get Free Planet Fitness Memberships This Summer
The fitness chain will allow teens 14 to 18 to exercise for free through the end of August.
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Worcester|News|
Worcester Man Arrested After Near Knife Fight On Millbury Street
Two men armed with knives nearly came to blows Monday along Millbury Street, police said.
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Sudbury, MA|News|
Sudbury, Wayland Get MWRTA Boston Hospital Shuttle, Catch Connect
A shuttle to Boston hospitals and the on-demand Catch Connect service will be available soon in Sudbury and Wayland.
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Shrewsbury, MA|News|
Shrewsbury Getting New Transit Service To Aid Migrant Population
Like many communities, Shrewsbury has welcomed new migrants in town recently. WRTA will soon start a new service to help them get around.
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Worcester|News|
New Worcester Podcast Tackles Intersection Of Urbanism, Queer Identity
Hear from Love Your Labels cofounder Joshua Croke about their new "Queer For Cities" podcast.
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Wayland, MA|News|
Wayland 2024 Memorial Day Ceremony Highlights Scout Troop
Wayland's traditional Memorial Day parade and ceremony will take place Monday. Here are all the details.
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