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Grave Robbery, Weird Seeds, 5 Shootings: Patch Top Stories
See the week's top stories from Patch: Brewery closes; coronavirus cases edge up; warehouse fire.
FRAMINGHAM, MA — From a rise in coronavirus cases to a series of overnight shootings, here are the top stories from Patch for the week ending July 31.
2 Marlborough Price Chopper Employees Positive For Coronavirus
The employees, and those who had contact with them, are on paid furlough, a company spokesperson said.
Fire Damages Worcester Cold Storage Warehouse
The fire was a reminder of the tragic 1999 blaze that killed six Worcester firefighters.
Active Coronavirus Cases In Marlborough Edging Up
Another Double-Digit Rise In Framingham Coronavirus Cases
How To Get A Free Coronavirus Test In Worcester
Coronavirus cases are not at levels seen this spring, but there are some instances where the numbers are rising. Fortunately, free testing is becoming more available.
MetroWest Medical Center To End Pediatric Care
The Framingham campus of the MetroWest Medical Center will end medical care for children by December.
Pandemic Claims Framingham Brew Pub
The Framingham outpost of one of Boston's oldest craft brewers closed permanently.
Unsolicited Seeds In MA May Be Part Of Online Scam
By now you should know: if you get a package of seeds in the mail that you didn't order, don't plant them.
Bones Stolen From Worcester Cemetery: Court Upholds Interrogation
A judge made an important ruling in the case of bones stolen from a Worcester cemetery that ended up in Connecticut.
Protesters Camp Outside Spilka's Home To Support License Bill
The protesters set up tents to fight for a law that would grant driver licenses to undocumented immigrants.
5 Shootings In Worcester During Overnight Hours
Fortunately, no one was hurt in the overnight shooting outbreak.
Dangerous Bacteria At Worcester Beach Forces Closure
It's not just Worcester. Beaches across the region are seeing elevated bacteria levels due to warm weather and lots of people (and animals) in the water.
Arrest Made In Deadly Worcester Double-Shooting
The shooting was the first of two deadly incidents over the July 4 weekend.
