Big Win For MA Gun Control Advocates: Patch PM

Happy Friday. Missed today's headlines? Don't worry we've got you covered. Here are some share-worthy stories from the Massachusetts Patch network to talk about tonight on your date, at that party or whatever it is you do with your Friday night.

MA's Ban On Assault Weapons Upheld

A federal judge has dismissed a lawsuit challenging Massachusetts' ban on assault weapons.gt

Dog Gets Sick After Eating Marijuana In Park

When Bryce stayed still while he was being dressed in a shirt, his owners thought it was a bit odd.

UMass Acquires Mount Ida, Newton College To Close

It's happening, Mount Ida College spokespeople announced Friday.

Chappaquiddick: What To Know About Incident Before Seeing Movie

28-year-old Mary Jo Kopechne was killed when a car driven by Sen. Ted Kennedy went off a narrow bridge on Chappaquiddick in 1969.

Donut Fries? Dunkin' Getting Frisky

In addition to the fries, customers can order pretzel bites, waffle-breaded chicken tenders, Munchkin dippers and a gluten-free brownie.

Cape Cod Traffic: Long Bridge Delays

Repairs on the Sagamore Bridge in Bourne started this week and will last through the end of May; officials warned drivers to expect delays.

Wareham Arsonist Charged With Attempted Murder: Police

Police said a Wareham man doused a woman in lighter fluid and torched a home on Restful Lane.

Brandeis Men's Head Basketball Coach Fired, Accused Of Racism

The Brandeis men's basketball coach was fired amid allegations of "preferential and discriminatory treatment, unprofessional behavior and racism.

Tewksbury Planning Board Considers Controversial Zoning Change

Residents who oppose the measure fear it will allow developers to overbuild housing on properties in town.

And in restaurant news:

• California-based 'Tender Greens' Chain to Open In Chestnut Hill Then Boston

Patch PM shares a few of the day's must-read items from our Massachusetts network. Patch serves more than 80 cities, towns, and neighborhoods around the Bay State online. Find Your Patch and sign up for local news and alerts.

And a fact before you go: On this day in 1967 An advocate for reform of restrictions against birth control, was arrested in front of 2,500 people at an auditorium at Boston University, shortly after announcing that he would challenge the Massachusetts state law. Boston Police charged Bill Baird with providing contraceptives to a minor, distributing medicines without a pharmacist or medical license, and "illegally exhibiting an obscene object," (a condom). Baird fought his conviction all the way to the U.S. Supreme Court and won.

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