Street Changes, Both Flutie's Parents Die, Find This Thief: The Week in Natick

Photos: Natick Scouts Reopen Path at Memorial School

Local scouts helped to reopen the path on Wednesday, Nov. 18.

Big Changes in Natick Routes Starting by Weekend

A new configuration is happening with Natick streets.

UPDATE: Doug Flutie’s Parents Die on Same Day

The football superstar lost both of his parents on Wednesday, both to heart attacks.

Did You Hear? NASA is Taking Applications For Astronauts

5 myths about becoming an astronaut, and learn NASA’s basic qualifications requirements.By CHARLENE ARSENAULT (Patch Staff) Nov 18, 20151POLICE & FIRE

Natick Man Charged With Fifth Drunk Driving Offense, Heroin

The Natick man has also been convicted 11 times for driving with a revoked license. Police also administered Narcan during the incident.

Passenger Restrained Mid-flight, Teen Murder Trial, Cold Murder Case, and More: Nearby News

Plus, a local TV sports journalist is found dead, IKEA workers strike, and hundreds attend a road rage victim’s funeral.

Find Rentals in Natick

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Young Natick Woman Asks ‘Please Help Me Heal’

This young, married, woman from Natick was recently handed a terrifying diagnosis. And the bills are piling up.

MetroWest Chamber CEO Joins Economic Development Planning Council

MetroWest Chamber of Commerce President and CEO Paul Joseph was sworn in as a member of the Governor’s Council.

State Votes To Create New Test: Hybrid of PARCC and MCAS

The Massachusetts Board of Education voted 8-3 to create the new test today, Nov. 17.

Philip Zicko, Lifelong Natick Resident, Hairdresser, Dies at 83Services are Tuesday.

WATCH: Suspected Sunglasses Thief Sought by PoliceHas anyone seen this man? He allegedly stole $1,400 worth of sunglasses.

2015 Black Friday Deals: When’s It Worth the Wait?Some items truly get marked down for Black Friday; others don’t. You might want to wait for toys and music, but not jewelry and computers.

Beat the Doorstep Thieves: Local Police Dept. Offers TipsA local police department is offering a list of important tips to make sure your deliveries aren’t ripped off.

Estate Planning and the Turkey Talk: How to Handle This ThanksgivingIf you’re looking for something to substitute for stuffy silence around the turkey table this year, allow us to suggest a conversation about

The Latest and Greatest Jobs Near Natick

BJ’s, Avalon Bay, the Needham Public Schools, Newton-Wellesley Hospital and Nigel Frank International are among the many companies hiring.

Toddler Kidnapped, 3rd Grade Knife Threat, Neighborhood Manhunt, and More: MA Patch This Week

Plus, a woman is arrested after trying to open an exit door mid-flight, and a ‘Pastafarian’ wears a spaghetti strainer in her license photo.

Search Foreclosures in Natick

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Natick Recreation and Parks

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Teen Killed in Israel, School Bomb Threat, Vinyard Murder, and More: Nearby News

Plus, watch protesters outside Donald Trump’s speech in Massachusetts, and learn what you need to know to travel for Thanksgiving.

Natick Recreation and Parks

Another great job by some local scouts. Andrew and crew reopened the path at memorial school. Before and after are amazing.

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Young Natick Woman Asks ‘Please Help Me Heal’This young, married, woman from Natick was recently handed a terrifying diagnosis. And the bills are piling up.

MetroWest Chamber CEO Joins Economic Development Planning CouncilMetroWest Chamber of Commerce President and CEO Paul Joseph was sworn in as a member of the Governor’s Council.

Find Rentals in NatickLooking in Natick? Start with this list from Zillow.

Do You Know The People in This Photo?This Polaroid was found in the back seat of a car in Idaho, but it’s got ties to Natick. Police are trying to find the owners.

Natick Man Charged With Fifth Drunk Driving Offense, Heroin

The Natick man has also been convicted 11 times for driving with a revoked license. Police also administered Narcan during the incident.

Passenger Restrained Mid-flight, Teen Murder Trial, Cold Murder Case, and More: Nearby News

Plus, a local TV sports journalist is found dead, IKEA workers strike, and hundreds attend a road rage victim’s funeral.

State Votes To Create New Test: Hybrid of PARCC and MCAS

The Massachusetts Board of Education voted 8-3 to create the new test today, Nov. 17.

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Multiple Bomb Threats, Local Paris Victim, Syrian Refugees, and More: Nearby News

Plus, dozens are charged in an illegal gambling ring, and watch as a plane full of passengers erupt in spontaneous cheers.

These Houses Sold in Natick

These houses sold, and for this much, recently in Natick.By CHARLENE ARSENAULT (Patch Staff) Nov 16, 2015Patch LocalStream

Massachusetts Won’t Welcome Syrian Refugees

Gov. Charlie Baker joined several other governors in announcing they are holding off on allowing the refugees in.

Arrests for OUI, Larceny, Shoplifting: Natick Arrests

The arrest sheet is for the week of Sunday, Nov. 15

Massachusetts Won’t Welcome Syrian Refugees

Gov. Charlie Baker joined several other governors in announcing they are holding off on allowing the refugees in.

21-Year-Old Michael Pennet Laid to Rest

The young Natick native suffered an asthma attack in his home.

Black Friday Deals Not Improving? Who’s Got the Best: WalletHub analyzed major retail chains and its Black Friday deals; many, they say, are repeats.

Law Enforcement Continues to Monitor State in Wake of Paris Attacks multi-layered security at Logan Airport, patrols in place near critical infrastructure sites.

Thief Stuffs Items Into Stroller; Find the People in the Photo; Parking Still Free: The Week in Natick

Take a look back at the week on Natick Patch.

Working With Animals: 20 Jobs Near Natick

Looking for a job where you’re around animals all day? We’ve found some for y