Grafton's police chief says there have been incidences of this scam in recent months.
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The following information was provided by the Grafton Police Department. All arrests are reported. Charges do not indicate a conviction.
Legislation spurred on by the death of a Hudson dog named Phantom would protect animals in abandoned buildings.
With its first year of service coming to a close, the new Grafton High School is a facility worth showing off.
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The high school named it honor roll for the third quarter. Grafton students are among those that made the list.
The deadline for our weekly photo contest is 5 p.m. Monday, May 6.
In other quirky police news, a raccoon avoided capture.
The Grafton and Upton Railroad will be installing railroad crossings in Milford starting next week.
Senior citizens gathered at Grafton High for a senior luncheon.
The Massachusetts State Police will be out in force making sobriety stops around Worcester County.
The dry weather and expected winds on Thursday afternoon raise fire threat; Grafton has already had several brush fires.
It's wise to look for ticks on yourself and your children and pets after being outdoors.
The fundraiser is May 24.
The town's vote reflected the state's vote in the primary for the special Senate election.
The two boys are participating in the Shrewsbury-Grafton fundraising race on Sunday.
The Grafton police chief offers tips for speaking to kids about the prom, which is in May.
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The crash was reported at about 8:30 a.m.
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The fires were reportedly caused by a passing train.
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The train will make one stop in Framingham on the way.
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Seniors should reserve tickets by Tuesday, April 30, if they are interested in attending the luncheon May 2.
The incident reportedly occurred when the victim went in to the store to buy a newspaper.
Also in unusual police news, a dog was interrupted from doing his business.