Community Helps Parker Get His Voice Back: Patch PM

Welcome to Thursday's Patch PM. These are the top headlines from across the Massachusetts Patch network.

Waltham Community Rallies To Help Parker Get His Voice Back

'I hope each of you shares this feeling of overwhelming goodwill that just came together to give Parker his voice back.'

Patriots Issue Statement On Josh Gordon Suspension

The top receiver announced today he is walking away from football to focus on mental health.

MA Outgrowing Rest Of New England, Expects To Keep Congress Seats

New data showed that the population in Massachusetts grew by 38,903 people to 6.9 million between July 1, 2017 and July 1, 2018.

Peabody Man Charged With Killing Estranged Wife Held Without Bail

Emilio Matarazzo, who police said turned himself in after shooting his wife, had a not guilty plea entered on his behalf Thursday morning.

Former Revere Beach Pizzeria Staple Bianchi's Moving North

The popular pizzeria, which recently closed after nearly seven decades on Revere Beach, apparently has a new home in mind.

Cape Cod Man Charged In Whale Bone's Disappearance

Authorities found the jaw bone after it was sold to someone in Chatham.

First New MBTA Green Line Car To Pick Up Passengers

The future of the Green Line is here. For the first time in nearly a decade, a new rail car will take to the tracks and pick up passengers Friday.

More Aid For Merrimack Valley Gas Explosion Victims

In addition to stipends sent out earlier this week, officials in North Andover were handing out $100 gift cards Wednesday.

Quincy Bar Manager Pleads Guilty To Running Illegal Gambling Ring

Defendants took illegal bets from hundreds of people through sports betting websites, run by an offshore casino, prosecutors said.

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