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Motorcyclist Dies, Roof Collapse, Home Invasion: Patch Top Stories

See the week's top stories: Man found under car after 24 hours missing, abortion debate, new development, highway exit closing, more.

Over 100 residents were displaced when a roof collapsed at a Worcester apartment building. The residents say the landlord was hiking rents but as much as 50% before the disaster.
Over 100 residents were displaced when a roof collapsed at a Worcester apartment building. The residents say the landlord was hiking rents but as much as 50% before the disaster. (Neal McNamara/Patch)

MILFORD, MA — From revelations about apartments where a roof collapsed to a stunning rescue, here are the top stories on Patch for the week ending July 22.

Milford Police Find Missing Man Trapped Under Car In Woods

The Hopedale resident was missing for more than a day until Milford police found him trapped under an overturned vehicle.

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Motorcyclist Killed In Bellingham Identified As Walpole Man

A driver collided with the 58-year-old Walpole man at an intersection on Saturday afternoon.

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I-190 Exit In Worcester Closing For 45 Days: MassDOT

MassDOT is starting a major bridge repair project along an I-190 rail crossing.

Worcester Apartment Collapse: Tenants Say Rent Hikes Preceded Disaster

A Franklin company bought the 267 Mill St. apartment building in June, and was in the midst of raising rents by up to 50%, tenants say.

Developer Announces Opening Of Wayland Alta Oxbow Apartments

The Alta Oxbow, also known as River's Edge, includes 218 apartments with market rents starting at around $2,700.

Shrewsbury Daytime Home Invasion Leaves Woman Injured: Police

Two armed women broke into a Julio Drive home and attacked the woman living inside, police said.

Worcester Man Killed In Maine Shooting

John Paquin, 20, was shot and killed on Sunday. Maine state police have arrested and charged a suspect.

Worcester Councilors Narrowly OK Pair Of Abortion Measures

Worcester councilors who said they were pro-choice voted against abortion measures after a lengthy debate Tuesday.

Lake Quinsigamond Sewage Spill: Report Details Cause Of Messy Crisis

The Lake Avenue pumping station was flooded by sewage in February, leading to a spill that lasted for nearly two days.

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