Wellesley's 10 Biggest Stories of 2016

WELLESLEY, MA – An eclectic group of stories dominated Wellesley Patch readers' interest in 2016.

There were tragic deaths and crimes, but also uplifting stories, like Wellesley little leaguers bringing home a state championship. Plus, a couple of Trump kerfuffles. Here are the top Wellesley Patch stories of 2016:

10. Newton-Wellesley Achieves Highest Rating in Three Procedures: U.S. News and World Report

The hospital was rated "high performing" in COPD, hip replacement and heart failure.

9. Wellesley South Little League Wins State Championship

Wellesley earned a trip to the New England Regional Tournament by defeating Pittsfield American 9-3 in the Massachusetts Little League title game on Sunday.

8. Framingham Cyclist, 47, Struck By Wellesley Driver

Wellesley Police have arrested a man, 21, for striking a Framingham cyclist Friday night.

7. Vic Klenk, 17, of Wellesley

Vic loved horseback riding and cherished animals especially her beloved cat, Trixie, and dog, Bella.

6. Wellesley 'Scream Tunnel' a Proud Boston Marathon Tradition

The practice of women at the college lining up along the 13th mile to cheer - and even kiss - the runners is as old as the Marathon itself.

5. Body Recovered From Wellesley Pond

Wellesley Police said the missing boater was recovered from Morses Pond.

4. Body Found in Wilmington Believed to be Babson Student

A body found on Glen Road in Wilmington is believed to be 18-year-old Ira Jaan Simbulan.

3. Trump Supporter's Angry Email Led to School Talent Show Skit Being Canceled

A Wellesley parent and ambassador for the anti-PC crowd demanded a skit she didn't like get pulled from an elementary school talent show.

2. MassBay Professor Threatens to Sue Student Who Organized Protest

Greg Gregory spearheaded a protest based on the school's response to abuse allegations against Dr. Bruce Jackson.

1. Trump Flag-Waving at Hillary Clinton's Alma Mater Gets 'Disruptive' People Removed

The Wellesley College chief of police said the individuals were driving a pickup truck around campus and waving a Trump flag.

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