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Cop Complaint, Donation Thief, Free Rides: Patch Top Stories
See the week's top stories: Water utility purchase, bike share company liquidation, new car wash, more.
WORCESTER, MA — From neighborhood leader's confrontation with police to a new free transit service, here are the top stories on Patch for the week ending Aug. 6.
Worcester Cop Accosted Neighborhood Leader Over Photos: Complaint
Canal District resident Nathan Sabo says an officer yelled and called him a "coward" after a WooSox game following a dispute over traffic details.
Marlborough Police Looking For Burglary Suspect
The suspect is also accused of stealing donation money from a container at a fast food restaurant, according to Marlborough police.
MWRTA Bringing Free, On-Demand Rides To Natick, Framingham
The Catch Connect service will allow residents to be picked up and dropped off within a certain area, similar to rideshare services.
Massachusetts Has The Best Health Care In The Country: Report
The report also found that Massachusetts has one of the third lowest average monthly insurance premiums in the country.
Austin Liquors, Vacant Lot To Add Car Wash, Gas Station: Plans
A big change may be coming to Park Avenue in Worcester with plans for a large car-focused development.
Why Framingham's Bike Share System Never Materialized
In 2018, the bike share company Zagster got a two-year license to operate in Framingham, but the system never got into gear.
Town Meeting on Monday voted 145-14 to authorize the $79 million Milford Water Company purchase.
Framingham Coronavirus Test Site Shutting Down
The drive-up site along Maple Street is closing as Framingham State University prepares to resume classes.
