Ain't Nuthin' But a House Party, Alleged Groper on the T: Nearby News

It was the calm, of sorts, after the storm, for the editors working on the 80-plus Patch.com sites offering news and community information to cities and towns in Massachusetts.

While the stories today didn’t offer as much as excitement – or concern – of delayed flights, car crashes, and cancellations, there was still a lot to read.

Here are the top stories of the day:

1. Sobriety Checkpoint Planned This Weekend: The checkpoint will be operated during varied hours in Middlesex County this coming weekend.
2. Nauti' Heroin Ring on Cape Cod Busted: Police: The Nauti gang on Cape Cod was busted in an undercover sting; 13 were arrested and three were charged with murder, prosecutors said.
3. Auburn MA Native Chosen as Patriots Cheerleader: An Auburn native has made the Patriots squad.
4. 'Long Distance With the Love of My Life': Go Ask Wally: This week, Wally helps someone who is losing patience with a long distance relationship.
5. Police, College to Take Action Against Boyles Street Party House: Over 300 students were dispersed from a house party on Boyles Street early Sunday morning.

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