Crime & Safety
Stepmother Charged with Toddler's Murder|River Escape Goes Awry for Alleged Carjackers|1,000 Reasons to Return Dog: PM Digest
Also: Why did the last Rainforest Cafe in Mass. close down?; Police chief remembers Sandy Hook; Sobriety checkpoints announced; More.

Stepmother Charged with Toddler's Murder
The stepmother of a 3-year-old who died after being found unresponsive in his home has been charged with his murder.
River Escape Goes Awry
Two teenagers were arrested after a stolen car crashed into four vehicles, said State Police.
Man Arrested for Running Prostitution Operation: Police
Kenneth Silva, 48, was arrested in and charged with human trafficking/deriving support from prostitution.
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Woman Says Dog Likely Stolen From Car; $1,000 Reward
Maria Pye is looking everywhere for her beloved whippet-terrier mix Freda and is offering a no-questions-asked $1,000 reward for her safe return.
Why Did The Rainforest Cafe Close Down?
Patch was told why the final Massachusetts location is no more.
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- Police Ask Public's Help Identifying Suspected Thief
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