Major Bridge Closed Next Week For Inspections: Patch PM

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A Major Bridge Is Closing For Inspections Next Week

The closings are overnight only, but night owls or early birds are going to want to see the detours.

'Cruel And Irresponsible': Mass. To Sue Trump

Those health care cuts are not going over well with Massachusetts leaders.

Troublesome Turkey Incidents On The Rise

After being wiped out from New England in the 1800s, the birds have stormed back - but it's been a pain for many Boston-area cities and towns.

Old Ironsides To Set Sail Once Again

For the first time in three years, the USS Constitution will leave Charlestown Navy Yard.

Police Officer Suspended For Allegedly Gambling...

...with stolen robbery money from the evidence room.

A Woman Who Worked At A High School Convicted Of Child Rape

The woman, a former career counsellor, sexually assaulted a 15-year-old male student.

It's Chilly, But West Nile Virus Still A Threat

The third human case this year was found in a Middlesex County woman.

Will Patriots Owner Allow For More Kneeling During Anthem?

The Cowboys owner said players who kneel won't play. Robert Kraft has spoken on the issue.

Speaking Of The Patriots...

This new Tom Brady chocolate commercial is just weird.

Lexington's Lone Registered Sex Offender Made Headlines In Belmont Four Years Ago

Carl O. Peterson spoke at a meeting and tried to assure residents of that town he no longer posed a threat.

Alleged Snapchat Gun Threat Gets Student Arrested

A high school student was taken into custody after police said the individual made a gun threat against the school over Snapchat.

Woman Killed In Market Basket Parking Lot ID'd

The 64-year-old woman was pinned by her own vehicle after another car drove into it Thursday.

Child Struck By Car In Walpole

The child was "conscious and alert" when he was taken to the hospital, according to police.

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