This Picture Isn't Racist. It Needs Context, Superintendent Says: Patch PM

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Sometimes A 'We Messed Up' Is Best

Two white children holding a black child on what appear to be leashes? Oh, yes, we see how that could be perceived in a negative light, the superintendent said.

'I've Lost My Business And I've Lost My Daughter'

She sold her home and used her retirement savings to open her own coffee shop. Now it's closing - the harassment is just too much.

Pass The Tissues, Please

Patriots rookie Harvey Langi's emotional reunion with his wife following a serious crash has hit Instagram

Level 3 Sex Offender? You Don't Say...

A Facebook post led to the arrest of this man who allegedly engaged in a lewd act on a Red Line train full of people. Turns out he's a Level 3 sex offender.

Patch Exclusive: End Of Tasty Era

Clear Flour Bread has been in business for 35 years. Now it's time for the owners to hand over the keys.

Hey Kids, Don't Eat The Weeds!

The principal at a Newton school said because there may be a potentially toxic type of weed growing in the front lawn, so he's asking students not walk there.

Judge Makes Statement With High Bail In Drug Case

A Martha's Vineyard man was arrested and charged with trafficking more than 100 grams of fentanyl — the equivalent of about 600 hits, according to police. The judge defended the high bail by comparing the potential charges in the case to that of murder due to the deadliness of fentanyl.

Bernie Heads To Somerville

Here he comes!