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Snow, Carols For Dying Mom, TikTok Threat: Patch Top Stories

See the week's top stories: Inside a League of Women Voter fight, rash of car prowls, hockey history, more.

Measurable snow may fall across the region on Saturday with lower totals closer to Boston.
Measurable snow may fall across the region on Saturday with lower totals closer to Boston. (Neal McNamara/Patch)

FRAMINGHAM, MA — From a perceived League of Women Voters coup to a bit of hockey history, here are the top stories on Patch for the week ending Dec. 17.

Framingham League Of Women Voters Leadership Flip Rankles Some

A recent LWV election saw a new slate of leaders take control, leaving some members questioning the direction of the organization.

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Scores Of Carolers Sing In Worcester For Woman In Hospice Care

The woman's daughter put out a call for carolers, saying it was her mother's dying wish before Christmas. Dozens responded to the call.

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TikTok School Threat: Framingham 'Working Closely' With Police

Framingham Public Schools said Thursday officials are aware of the social media threat, but none have been directed at city schools.

White Supremacist Stickers At Framingham State: Suspect Sought

Police released an image of a man they say posted the white supremacist propaganda on school and city property last Thursday.

Hockey History Made In Worcester At Railers Match

At Saturday's Worcester Railers vs. Maine Mariners in Worcester, a Waltham woman became the first in league history to officiate a game.

Rash Of Milford Home Breaks, Car Prowls Seen: Police

Milford police are seeking tips about the crimes, which they say is part of a wider problem in the area.

Measurable Snow In Central MA May Be Coming: Forecasters

Up to 3 inches could fall in the Worcester area with totals diminishing closer to Boston.

Worcester County Sees String Of $1 Million Lotto Wins

Since the beginning of November, six people have won $1 million prizes in Worcester County, including one man who hit the jackpot twice.

AG Sues MA Dental Chain Over 'Bait-And-Switch' Ads

The chain, with locations in Natick and Worcester, advertised "free" services that actually cost money, Attorney General Maura Healey said.

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