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Turf Ban, Murder Charge, 9/11 Notable: Patch Top Stories

See the week's top stories: Engine trouble at Worcester Airport, Labor Day celebrations, body found at reservoir, more.

Bush administration chief of staff Andrew Card will speak in Framingham for the 9/11 20th anniversary. Card alerted George W. Bush to the attacks while the president was reading to a classroom of children in Florida.
Bush administration chief of staff Andrew Card will speak in Framingham for the 9/11 20th anniversary. Card alerted George W. Bush to the attacks while the president was reading to a classroom of children in Florida. (Framingham State University )

WORCESTER, MA — From an averted emergency at Worcester Airport to a visit from a notable 9/11 figure, here are the top stories on Patch for the week ending Sept. 3.

See How Much Rain The Region Got During Tropical Storm Ida

Some parts of the region saw rain totals in excess of 7 inches over a 24-hour period — more than double what we get in a typical month.

Murder Charge In Worcester Man's Beating Death In Bridgewater

A grand jury charged a 42-year-old Gloucester man with second-degree murder this week after the April killing.

No Injuries After Worcester Airport-Bound Pilot Reports Problem

Firefighters responded to Worcester Airport Wednesday morning for a possible engine failure.

Marlborough Preps For First Labor Day Celebrations Since 2019

Here's what to know about Marlborough's Labor Day parade, including performers, parking and more.

Body Found In Woods Near Wachusett Reservoir: Police

The body was found late Sunday night below the Wachusett Dam.

Wayland To Mull Synthetic Turf Moratorium At Special Town Meeting

The Board of Selectmen on Monday approved an Oct. 3 meeting following a citizen petition.

Man Who Told Bush About 9/11 Attacks To Speak In Framingham

Former Bush administration chief of staff Andy Card will speak at Framingham State University before the 20th anniversary of 9/11.

Man Hit, Killed While Changing Tire Along Route 2

A child was also injured in the Sunday evening collision in Leominster.