Across Massachusetts, MA|News|
MA Dengue Fever Cases Come Amid Overall Rise Across Americas
High dengue fever cases are a harbinger of climate change, experts say, with mosquitoes thriving in warmer, more humid conditions.
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Across Massachusetts, MA|News|
New England Cider Donut Map: 2023 Guide To Fall Flavors Arrives
Where are the best cider donuts in the region? An annual map created by a Massachusetts resident is the only guide you need.
Neal McNamara, Patch Staff
Worcester|News|
Federal Grant Will Study Reconnecting Vernon Hill Over I-290
A grant program that North Adams and Boston have used to mend neighborhoods broken by highways may be coming to Worcester.
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Across Massachusetts, MA|News|
Drenching Rainstorm For MA? Forecasts Hard To Pin Down
Forecast models are a "hot mess" for the Friday into Saturday rain event, one meteorologist said.
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Worcester|News|
Centro Celeste Founder 'Changing Lives': Patch Community Leaders
Patch has partnered with T-Mobile to recognize often unsung community leaders and celebrate their contributions.
Neal McNamara, Patch Staff
Wayland, MA|News|
Wayland Pastor Pushes For Affordable Housing: Patch Community Leaders
Patch has partnered with T-Mobile to recognize often unsung community leaders and celebrate their contributions.
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Milford, MA|News|
Milford's CraftRoots Brewing Celebrates Oktoberfest 2023
Head to the Industrial Road brewery Saturday for food, games and a new beer based on the traditional German fest bier style.
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Sudbury, MA|News|
Sudbury Fire Department To Host Open House
The October event will feature free food, firefighting demonstrations and more at the Hudson Road headquarters.
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Marlborough, MA|News|
Mark Vital Runs For Marlborough Ward 1 Council Seat: Questionnaire
Read the Marlborough Patch candidate questionnaire with candidate Mark Vital.
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Westborough, MA|News|
Westborough Bid To Buy Bay State Commons Building Set For Town Meeting
A special fall Westborough Town Meeting is set for Oct. 16 with 15 articles on the warrant.
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Worcester|News|
Grand Opening Planned At New Courthouse Brew Co. In Worcester
After a soft opening over the summer, the new Worcester brewery is making it official with a celebration.
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Worcester|News|
Farm Party In Worcester Supports Main South Youth, Food Programs
The annual Regional Environmental Council event features food, entertainment and tours of the YouthGROW Urban Farm.
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Milford, MA|News|
Milford Regional Plans Merger With UMass Memorial System
Milford Regional said it's becoming "increasingly challenging" for the hospital to remain independent without cuts.
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Worcester|News|
Worcester Police Open Daily Incident Logs As Act Of Transparency
Interim Worcester police Chief Paul Saucier is making incident logs available online, showing what incidents police are responding to.
Neal McNamara, Patch Staff
Worcester|News|
Worcester Asked For More Express Trains, 'Shocked' By Cut Instead
Worcester elected officials are making a full push against an MBTA and Keolis plan to add stops to the main express train to Boston.
Neal McNamara, Patch Staff
Marlborough, MA|News|
Marlborough Pond Is Duckling Graveyard: Wildlife Rescuer Speaks Out
Wildlife rescuer Alyssa Giaquinto wants the public to stop leading ducks to their deaths. Here's what to know about the problem.
Neal McNamara, Patch Staff
Sudbury, MA|News|
Sudbury Foundations 3rd 2023 Grant Round Backs Local Programs
Communities including Marlborough, Natick and Hudson will also benefit from the new $460,000 grant round.
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Boston, MA|News|
MA $1 Billion Tax Relief Package: What's Inside Long-Brewing Bill
The tax package filed Tuesday by Massachusetts lawmakers will be voted on this week following years of closed-door negotiations.
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Marlborough, MA|News|
Marlborough Councilor Mark Oram Seeks 7th Term In 2023: Questionnaire
Read the Marlborough Patch candidate questionnaire with At-Large Councilor Mark Oram.
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Milford, MA|News|
Local Police Raid Suspected Drug House, Arrest Bellingham Man
A task force including police from Norfolk and Worcester counties seized cash and drugs from a local home during the raid.
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