Devious Licks, Antisemitic Meme, Octoberfests: Patch Top Stories

WAYLAND, MA — From a double-fatal hit-and-run to a roaming bobcat (or two), here are the top stories on Patch for the week ending Sept. 24.

New Bobcat Spotted Prowling In Wayland

One of more bobcats may be patrolling Wayland with multiple sightings reported this week.

2021 MA Octoberfest Guide: Beer, Brats And Oompah Aplenty

Octoberfest season starts this weekend in Marlborough, with other festivals planned in Framingham, Worcester and beyond.

Worcester Candidate's Police Facebook Page Draws New Controversy

The city of Worcester is now investigating a post depicting Mayor Joseph Petty with a Hitler moustache on a police sergeant's Facebook page.

Lost Gun Reported Near Natick Elementary School

Natick police conducted a search around Lilja Elementary Thursday morning after the gun owner reported misplacing the weapon.

Striking Worcester Nurses To Mark 200 Days With Solidarity Event

The nurses and St. Vincent execs have agreed to a new contract, but a back-to-work agreement is still being negotiated.

West Nile In Marlborough: Mosquito Tests Positive

Extra mosquito spraying was set to take place Wednesday evening, according to the Board of Health.

Biden Taps Framingham Rep. Robinson For Department of Energy Job

State Rep. Maria Robinson will likely be the new assistant secretary in the Office of Electricity at the Department of Energy.

Framingham Alerts Parents About 'Devious Licks' TikTok Trend

The nationwide trend encourages students to swipe school supplies and deface school property.

Marlborough Man Dies In CT Hit-And-Run Collision

Three other locals from Worcester, Webster and Clinton were also involved in the double-fatal crash.