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Snow Scofflaws, Hockey Gash, Shooting Death: Patch Top Stories
The most-read Patch stories this week: moose map; meth bust; snow pictures; Framingham fee; the best beer in Massachusetts, and more.
WORCESTER, MA — Here are the most widely read stories — and most-shared on social media — from Patch the week of Nov. 30 to Dec. 6.
Moose Comeback In Massachusetts: Map Shows Sightings, Deaths
Patch combed through hundreds of police reports detailing moose sightings in Massachusetts over the last four years. See a map of where all the moose have been spotted — and where many have died.
Beloved Lincoln-Sudbury Coach Yoshitaka Ando Dies
Yoshitaka Ando spent 33 years as an athletic trainer at Lincoln-Sudbury High School. He died this week after a short battle with an aggressive form of cancer.
Worcester One Of The Safest Big Cities In America: Ranking
Don't believe it? The ranking takes into account many factors, including the number of terrorist attacks and major natural disasters.
Hockey Skate 'Freak Accident' Lawsuit Tossed By MA Court
The state appeals court ruled against a teen hockey player who was gravely injured during a 2013 game.
Framingham Police Bust Drivers For Not Clearing Snow
Dozens of Framingham drivers were ticketed after the snowstorm for making this one automotive mistake.
Worcester Man Dies After Maxwell Street Shooting
The man was shot while sitting on the steps of a home in the Vernon Hill area on Black Friday.
Framingham got in line with many other cities and towns in the state by allowing stores to charge 10 cents for paper bags.
Milford Man Arrested For Methamphetamine Trafficking
This is the third big drug arrest in Milford over the past month.
First Serious Snow Of 2019 Slams MetroWest: Photos
See photos from the first (of many?) snowstorm of the 2019-2020 winter.
Son Of Framingham Man Killed In Worcester Sets Up Fundraiser
Devalter Rocha, 54, died after he was hit by a suspected drunk driver in Worcester the day before Thanksgiving.
Best Beer Of 2019 Is Named After Framingham Locals
If you need a little warmth on a cold New England night, check out this high-alcohol brew that was named best in the U.S. by Wine Enthusiast magazine.
