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Murder Suspect, Weinermobile, Student Deaths: Patch Top Stories

See the week's top stories: Man found dead in state forest, farm stand may return, new life for vacant Worcester lot, more.

Framingham's first mayor, Yvonne Spicer, lost her reelection bid on Tuesday.
Framingham's first mayor, Yvonne Spicer, lost her reelection bid on Tuesday. (Neal McNamara/Patch)

WORCESTER, MA — From a manhunt for a Framingham murder suspect to some surprising election results, here are the top stories on Patch for the week ending Nov. 5.

Progressives See Big Win In Worcester 2021 Election

The Worcester City Council and School Committee may take a different turn beyond 2022 with several new candidates, election watchers say.

Framingham Mayoral Results A Reversal Of 2017 Race: Data

Incumbent Yvonne Spicer only won two precincts in Framingham, the opposite of her performance in 2017.

Lee's Farm Market In Wayland Could Return Under New Proposal

A nonprofit has proposed a new roadside farm stand along the Boston Post Road that would integrate local students.

Framingham Murder Suspect Arrested, Second Suspect Sought

Eric Hargrett, 34, was stabbed and shot during a robbery along Hayes Street early last Saturday, according to authorities.

WPI Confronts Rash Of Student Deaths: Report

Four students have died at Worcester Polytechnic Institute since July, according to WBUR.

Worcester Man Arrested In Sudbury After Gun Incident

The 22-year-old man was arrested Tuesday after he was caught at a Sudbury home.

Meat The Oscar Mayer Wienermobile At Marlborough Market 32

The iconic hot dog car is appearing as part of grand opening events at the new supermarket.

Worcester Man Found Dead In State Forest

Worcester police reported Akif Qutab, 31, missing on Monday evening.

Natick Select Board Member Salamoff Won't Seek New Term

Salamoff, who has served two separate Select Board stints, said she's stepping aside to give others a shot at a seat.

Clark University Buys Park Avenue Parcel For New Campus

The more than 7-acre parcel at 520 Park Ave. in Worcester has been vacant for more than a decade.