Coronavirus Fear, Train Crash, Lewd Behavior: Patch Top Stories

FRAMINGHAM, MA — Here are the most widely read stories — and the most-shared on social media — from Patch the week of Feb. 1 to Feb 7.

MBTA Train Hits Car In Ashland, Causes 'Severe' Delays

Ashland's police chief thanked god no one was hurt in the crash — although hundreds were delayed after this accident in downtown Ashland.

Man Exposed Himself As Marlborough Gym Patrons Watched: Police

Gym patrons in Marlborough got an eyeful of a man exposing himself near a clothing donation bin, police said.

Man Found Shot Near Downtown Worcester

The shooting victim told police a couple of different stories before they arrested him on weapons charges.

Framingham Man Hits $1 Million Scratch Ticket Jackpot

A Framingham man won the first-ever $1 million jackpot on the state's newest scratch ticket.

Holy Cross Students Drugged At Worcester Nightclub

Two students went to a Kelley Square-area bar and left feeling sick, like due to a GHB dosing.

Framingham BJ's Restaurant: Now Hiring

A big West Coast chain will soon open a location in Framingham. They're hiring now for two key positions.

Resinate Gets State OK For Worcester Medical Marijuana Dispensary

This medical dispensary (which will become a retailer at some point) got permission to open along with several others in Central Mass. Resinate needs one more inspection before opening.

Milford Man Reports Someone Trying To Kick In Door

An apparent attempted home invasion happened early Tuesday morning. The suspect escaped, police said.

Framingham Fire Chief Will Leave Department In March

Framingham's fire chief was a member of the department since 1988. He's the fifth 30-plus year veteran to retire from the department recently.

Coronavirus Fear Causes Wayland To Cancel Lunar New Year Event

Wayland was supposed to celebrate Lunar New Year at an event at the high school this weekend.

The Scoop On How Framingham Girl Scouts Created 'Kindness Day'

Some good news to end your week. Read about how one Girl Scout troop came up with a new holiday idea, and got the Framingham City Council to adopt it.