My Client Was 'Idiot,' Maybe, But No Terrorist, Defense Says: Patch PM

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My Client Was An 'Idiot', Maybe, But No Terrorist: Defense

An Everett man accused of participating in a plot to behead a conservative blogger "felt very, very fat, very failed," his attorney said.

NHL Player From Mass. Diagnosed With Leukemia

The Hingham native recently made the announcement.

Drug Dealer Guilty Of Manslaughter For Customer's Fatal OD

The Essex County DA's Office said this is an extremely rare conviction in these circumstances.

Drone Spots Suspect In Barnstable Pond

Barnstable police said officers used a drone to find a suspect hiding in a pond in Hyannis Monday.

That's DR. Bank Robber To You

A Bedford bank robber was wearing a surgical mask when he hit Middlesex Savings Bank today.

Prudential Center Security Robot Is Terminated

Security (human ones) escorted the robot off the premises Wednesday morning after months of faithful service.

Body Of Missing Saugus Kayaker Found

Craig Dustin did not return Tuesday from a kayaking trip to the Saugus River

School Bus Hit-And-Run Suspect Sought

No students were injured.

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