$1K Bonuses, Home Invasion, Big Pike Project: Patch Top Stories

FRAMINGHAM, MA — From a new entertainment center at the Natick Mall to a brewery reopening, here are the top stories on Patch for the week ending June 18.

Trooper In Hopkinton Death Investigation Had Prior Complaint

The Hopkinton teen's mother complained about a comment made by the trooper, and a Norwood mother had filed a complaint against him in September 2020, records show.

Level99 Entertainment Center Opens At Natick Mall

From the minds of Disney engineers comes this entertainment center where all the games are interactive (and there's beer and food).

371-Unit Worcester Apartment Building Proposed For Church Site

The Worcester Planning Board gave the project approval at a meeting on Wednesday.

Man Assaulted During Natick Home Invasion

He was staying at a friend's home along Bacon Street when a group of masked, armed men broke in early Thursday morning.

Worcester Eyes Chandler Street For City's Next Big Dig

After multiple pedestrian collisions over the years, officials are beginning to plan an overhaul of the main downtown-area street.

Motorcyclist Dies After Marlborough Crash

The Maine motorcyclist was seriously injured in the May crash, but later died, authorities confirmed.

It Begins: Mass Pike Bridge Project Will Crunch Lanes All Summer

MassDOT will replace eight bridges over eight weekends this summer, shutting down freeway lanes and local streets.

Natick Select Board Picks New Town Administrator

Natick is trying to hire away Arlington's town manager after a seven-month process to find the town's new top administrator.

Prison For Driver In Framingham Woman's 2018 Death

He was driving recklessly to scare his estranged girlfriend when he crashed, police have said.

Tree House Brewing Reopens For Sit-Down Service After Pandemic

One of the most lauded breweries in the nation reopened recently to sit-down service at its main Charlton location.

Pay-By-Hand Coming Soon To Amazon Store At Natick Mall

Another innovation at the Natick Mall: Amazon is rolling out a system where you can pay for items by hovering your hand over a kiosk.

Framingham Restaurant Offers $1,000 Bonus To New Hires

Many restaurants have had to resort to big perks to attract workers, including this Framingham pizza place.