EEE, Firefighter Dies, Coronavirus Rises: Patch Top Stories

NATICK, MA — From a rising coronavirus cases to a twist in a deadly Worcester shooting, here are the top stories from Patch for the week ending Aug. 7.

Power Outages Linger In MA After Tropical Storm Isaias

Isaias rolled through the state quickly, but left plenty of damage, including at least one related death.

EEE Found In Middlesex County Mosquitoes

The discovery of Eastern equine encephalitis comes as the state confirmed the first human case in 2020 in Middleborough.

MA Hospital Giant Made A Profit During Coronavirus Peak

One of the largest for-profit hospital chains in the U.S. owns facilities in Framingham, Natick and Worcester.

Wayland To Begin School Year Fully Remote

In what may be an emerging trend, many local districts are planning to begin the school year fully remote before graduating to a hybrid model.

Natick Firefighter Dies In 'Active Duty Death'

The firefighter died unexpectedly at his home in Milton on Aug. 4.

New Beech Tree Leaf Disease Found In Worcester

The emerging tree disease has been found in several locations around the state, and was only recognized in Massachusetts in June.

Local Bagel Chain Expanding In Downtown Natick

The popular bagel bakery will take the place of a café that closed due to coronavirus.

Milford Man Finds Cash In ATM, Decides To Return It

He did the right thing, but it turns out he was also following an obscure state law.

Coronavirus Rising In Worcester After Summer Lull: Officials
As Free Tests Begin, Framingham Active Coronavirus Cases Hit 105

It wasn't a good week for coronavirus. There are signs the virus is creeping back up in many places across the state.

Framingham Apartment Moratorium: Council Says Yes

Framingham won't allow any apartment projects to move forward for about nine months — unless the mayor vetoes the legislation.

Suspect In Worcester Killing Returned To Scene Of Shooting: DA

Just a little while after a killing on a Worcester street, the main suspect returned and asked police if he could retrieve an item from the crime scene.