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Somerville's Fluff Festival landed on Thrillist's "33 Things to Do Before You Die List."
Plus, watch amazing video of a truck slamming into a train bridge, and find out what are the top school districts in Massachusetts.
Plus, two cats are drowned at a construction site and Boston air is as dirty as a cigarette.
Plus, a cop is held in jail for drug charges, and even if the Patriots are cheated, that's just par for the course across the NFL.
Meet the furry friends of the Patch family.
Plus, find out where the most people were planning affairs on Ashley Madison, and a cat gets a new foot and new lease on life.
The data collection (see list below) identified a list of towns and the numbers of users in each community, but did not reveal names.
Plus, follow the repeated dramatic crashes at a low-hanging bridge, and Gronk may live a wild lifestyle, but is he a virgin?
Plus, one local school community apologizes for a resident who flies a confederate flag near a high school.
VIEW map: Dozens of potentially damaging natural gas leaks have been pinpointed across Lynnfield.
Plus, were Boston Olympics organizers hiding the true cost from the public? And an amazing video captures a truck slamming into a bridge.
Plus, it's truck vs. bridge. Watch the amazing video.
School is almost back in session and community activities are picking up. Patch welcomes you to share your news and announcements.
Plus, a suspect invokes Donald Trump's name after allegedly beating and urinating on a homeless man in a T station.
Last Hope K9 Rescue to host 3rd annual gala to benefit rescue dogs. Enjoy a sponsored bar, three course meal, live band, and auctions.
Plus, several local high schools are among the best in the country, and a Massachusetts woman is the first transgender White House staffer.
Boston 2024's lowballed estimates, teens charged after police chase, Northeastern University fined, makeshift toilets at Jimmy Buffet show.
Explorers announces free “Friday Coffee” lecture series for North Shore seniors.
Essex Heritage will present over 150 free events for history buffs, art and culture lovers, and outdoor enthusiasts over two weekends.
Plus, principal says, “I did not resign,” shark warnings, Coast Guard rescue, bobcat sightings, and more.
Top stories from this second week of August, 2015, including the breastfeedings photo that has everyone talking: #milksiblings
Plus, a local park was named after local hero Pete Frates and police have reopened the case of a Woburn teenager who disappeared in 1989.
Highlights of the Walk include free refreshments, children’s activities, the opportunity to connect with local service providers.
Plus, a pedestrian was struck and killed by an Amtrak train and police are looking for suspects accused of breaking into 40 cars.
Local student receives Simon Youth Foundation Community Scholarship
Sign up Today! LHS Pioneer Football Golf Fundraiser Sept 14, 2015 Golfers Non Golfers Welcomed SPONSORSHIP OPPORTUNITIES AVAILABLE
Plus, a man who reportedly assaulted several police officers, seriously injuring some, pays tribute to America in his mug shot.
Plus a Boston University professor may have been racially profiled after a cognac theft.
Plus, an Amber Alert has a happy ending, and Massachusetts shoppers are treated to a tax-free weekend next week.
Plus, an amateur preacher claims a town park "belongs to Jesus" as she delivers an unwanted sermon to children.
Plus, Boston considers body cameras for cops, and Braintree holds off on regulating Uber drivers.
Plus, Boston approves its first medical cannabis dispensary, and shootings are on the rise in the capitol city.
Plus, a generous driver tosses cash out the window, and a large snake is found slithering through a Boston park.
We told you about Wally months ago. Fans of this bunny with the ponytailed ears continue to multiply.
Plus, Tom Brady responds to "unfair" sanctions, and a Medford detective is caught on video threatening to "put a hole" in a driver's head.
This August… and every August until there’s a cure for ALS.
Plus, the former head of the MBTA, who resigned after the T service crumbled last winter, gets another chance to redeem herself.
Plus, Tom Brady and Robert Kraft respond to the "unfathomable" actions taken by the NFL.
Families and their furry friends are invited to a celebration of canine companionship at Pooch-A-Palooza.