Biden Considering Baker For Cabinet Post: Patch PM

MASSACHUSETTS — It's Tuesday, Oct. 20. Here's what Patch has been covering across Massachusetts today.

Joe Biden is considering Massachusetts Gov. Charlie Baker for a cabinet post if the Democratic presidential nominee wins the Nov. 3 election.

"It wouldn't be a shock for Biden, especially given the kind of campaign he's running as a unifying figure to find a Republican figure to put in his cabinet," David Hopkins, associate professor of political science at Boston College, said. "Baker would be the kind of Republican Biden would want: a moderate Republican who is not a Trump supporter."

Baker's office did not immediately return request for comment. Although Baker has not endorsed Biden, he has been critical of Trump, especially during the coronavirus pandemic.

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Across Massachusetts

'Bring Me Customers': Tailor Prefers Work Over Donations

Just days after Patch published Mavrogiannis' story detailing her possible eviction and struggle to make ends meet during the pandemic, the people of Needham stepped up. Dozens of residents reacted to the story on social media and several contacted Patch directly to find out how they could help.

State Rep's Campaign Treasurer Resigns Over Missing Filings

The announcement came following questions from Patch and from Rep. Dave Robertson's Republican challenger, Alec DiFruscia, about the lack of expenditures reported in Robertson's September campaign finance report.

Kowloon Announces Spooky Slate Of Drive-In Movies

The popular Route 1 attraction, which launched a drive-in theater and car hop over the summer, will show "Scream" Thursday night and "Gremlins" on Friday.

Worker Hospitalized After Falling Nearly 40 Feet In Peabody

The man fell at the Allens Lane gelatin plant shortly after 4:30 p.m Saturday. The victim sustained serious injuries, but has not been identified.

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Dave Copeland writes for Patch and can be reached at dave.copeland@patch.com or by calling 617-433-7851. Follow him on Twitter (@CopeWrites) and Facebook (/copewrites).