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Double Homicide Arrest, Radiation Helicopters: Patch Top Stories

See the week's top stories: Big Marlborough development, cannabis delivery, fatal collision at Walmart, more.

Worcester police arrested a 37-year-old city man this week on murder charges related to a December double shooting.
Worcester police arrested a 37-year-old city man this week on murder charges related to a December double shooting. (Neal McNamara/Patch)

WORCESTER, MA — From a large apartment building eyed for Marlborough to the region's first cannabis delivery service, here are the top stories on Patch for the week ending April 15.

Arrest Made In Worcester Double Homicide At Diamond Inn Bar

James Michael Johnson Jr. and Marcus Thibodeau were shot and killed outside the Diamond Inn along Grafton Street in December.

Westborough Jersey Mike's Set To Open This Spring

The Westborough sub shop is one of five set to open in Massachusetts this year.

Hit By COVID-19, Worcester City Councilor Postpones Fundraiser

The councilor's coronavirus diagnosis comes during an emerging increase in cases in Worcester and Massachusetts.

Helicopters Will Buzz Boston Marathon Route To Check For Radiation

MetroWest residents may see helicopters all weekend flying low over the Boston Marathon route as part of a security check.

Developer Plans 276-Unit Building In Marlborough

The building by a prolific developer would take over a vacant lot near Lincoln and Mechanic streets in the French Hill neighborhood.

15-Year-Old Stabbed At Crompton Park, Police Arrest Worcester Teen

Worcester police said a large group of people were fighting Tuesday night when the stabbing occurred.

Pickup Driver Hits, Kills Pedestrian At Leominster Walmart

The collision happened near the Jungle Road Walmart on Monday evening, according to authorities.

Worcester Area Cannabis Delivery Blooms In Full

After a soft launch, retailer Major Bloom expanded its delivery program this week, serving customers in a 20-mile radius around Worcester.