3 West Nile Virus Human Cases Confirmed: Patch PM

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West Nile Virus In Massachusetts: First 3 Human Cases

Two of the people were hospitalized, but have since been discharged. A horse that also contracted the virus was euthanized.

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Shelter Says Decision To Euthanize Three Dogs Was 'Heartbreaking'

In a statement, Northeast Animal Shelter defended itself against the latest allegations from former staff members and volunteers.

Firefighter, Ex-Hockey Coach Charged With Child Rape

Andrew LeColst allegedly raped a child when he was on the coaching staff at Masconoment.

Mario Batali Groped Woman In Boston Restaurant, Lawsuit Alleges

A Massachusetts woman says the celebrity chef forcibly kissed her and groped her in 2017.

Shark Chasing Seal Closes Cape Cod Beach

Swimming has been suspended at the beach for an hour.

50 Years Later, Concord Police Reunite Keys, Wallet With Owner

A search for a pistol in the Assabet River turned up some pretty cool history.

Police Find 115 Pot Plants In Traffic Stop

A search allegedly uncovered another three pounds of marijuana.

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