Walmart Gunfire, Rare Recount, Free Buses: Patch Top Stories

FRAMINGHAM, MA — From an improbable recount in Framingham to a gunshot incident at a local Walmart, here are the top stories on Patch for the week ending Nov. 19.

New Ballots In Framingham D3 Race Had 'Hesitation Marks': Steiner

After a recount tie between District 3 Councilor Adam Steiner and Mary Kate Feeney, the candidates are advocating for different solutions.

Another Year Of Zero-Fare Worcester Bus Service Approved

With fares suspended until 2023, the WRTA advisory board will seek a new policy that might include the permanent elimination of fares.

Kitsch Cocktail Pop-Up Miracle Coming To Milford's Central Tavern

Milford's Central Tavern will be transformed into an over-the-top holiday experience beginning on Black Friday.

Worcester Woman Assaulted While Trying To Help At Crash Scene: PD

The woman pulled over to help a man who crashed along Park Avenue. He tried to steal her car and assaulted her, police said.

Lincoln-Sudbury HS Will Compete On GBH's High School Quiz Show

The 13th season of "High School Quiz Show" premieres in February, with 17 local high schools competing.

Worcester Woman Fired Gun In Walmart While Searching Purse: PD

The woman was in the checkout line at the Northborough Walmart when the gun went off.

Natick Will Close Johnson Elementary School By 2025

The School Committee approved a plan Monday to close the downtown-area school, which is need of millions in renovations.

Deer Collisions: Where In MA They Happen Most

It's deer mating season, which means a higher chance of hitting a buck or doe. Here's where in Massachusetts crashes happened most in 2020.