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Hundreds Displaced, Utility Hike, New Amazon Store: Patch Top Stories
See the week's top stories: Fatal 495 collision, MBTA closure, murder charge in stabbing death, where the water went, more.
WORCESTER, MA — From a look at water use during the summer drought to a devastating fire, here are the top stories on Patch for the week ending Nov. 25.
Up To 400 Displaced By Fire In Worcester At Plumley Village
The fire broke out early Thanksgiving morning in a utility room at the Laurel Street high rise.
Amazon Fresh Store Coming To Westborough? Company Won't Say
The Seattle company is opening two other Amazon Fresh grocery stores in Massachusetts in Braintree and Saugus.
MBTA Closes Entrance At JFK/UMass Station Where BU Professor Died
A recent inspection found a "critical structural issue at the Columbia Road" end of the station, the T said.
During Drought, Lots Of Worcester Water Went To Seltzer, Burning Trash
Worcester is still at a stage 1 drought level, and city water bills show which consumers drank the most during the summer peak.
Auburn Man Charged With Murder In Death Of Millbury Man
Ryan Anderson was found inside his Millbury home with multiple stab wounds in October.
Driver In Hingham Apple Store Crash Charged With Reckless Homicide
Bradley Rein, 53, told police his foot got stuck on the gas pedal of his SUV before plowing into the Hingham Apple Store Tuesday.
New COVID-19 Omicron Variant Spreading In MA Ahead Of Holidays
The rise of the BQ.1.1 omicron variant is a reminder to get vaccinated, health officials say.
Worcester Man Killed In I-495 Crash Identified: State Police
The two-car collision happened in Bolton on Monday morning, according to state police.
Eversource Seeks 43% Electric Rate Increase In Eastern MA
Eversource has asked state regulators for the rate increase, the latest in a wave of utility hikes ahead of the winter heating season.
