Accused Child Predator's Release Prompts Outrage: Patch PM

Welcome to Friday's Patch PM. These were today's top stories:

How A Marblehead Man Accused Of Sex Abuse Was Freed On Bail

The release of a hockey coach from Marblehead as he awaits trial for sexually abusing eight boys brought outrage and renewed calls for legislative reform Thursday.

Swampscott Suspends Teacher At Center Of Contract Fight: Union

The Swampscott Education Association said Swampscott Public School's suspension of its president Thursday for three days is "egregiously excessive" and "not a coincidence."

Verdict In Mass Trooper Thomas Clardy's Death Will Come Tuesday

A verdict in the trial of David K. Njuguna over the 2016 death of Massachusetts State Trooper Thomas Clardy will come on Tuesday afternoon, according to the Worcester County District.

Bleach-Acid Mix Killed Burlington Buffalo Wild Wings Manager

The worker who died following a chemical accident at Burlington's Buffalo Wild Wings Thursday evening was the restaurant's general manager, officials confirmed Friday.

25 Massachusetts Hospitals Get 'A' Grades For Safety

Twenty-five Massachusetts hospitals received an A grade in hospital safety, according to new fall 2019 ratings released this week by the Leapfrog Group.

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Tewksbury Woman Sex Trafficked At Therapy Center, Police Say

Tewksbury police arrested a woman Thursday night following an investigation into sex trafficking and prostitution at a therapy center on Main Street, they said Friday.

What To Expect From Medford's Next Mayor

Veteran city councilor Breanna Lungo-Koehn unseated incumbent mayor Stephanie M. Burke in Tuesday's.

Councilor-Elect Paz Among Youngest City Councilors In Waltham

Jonathan Paz was surrounded by friends and campaign volunteers at his campaign headquarters, also known as his house, Tuesday night as the results came in.

Andover Is Testing For Toxic PFAs After Lowell Permit Renewal

Andover is currently having tests conducted on its water supply, after a permit was renewed that could result in toxic pollutants in the Merrimack River, the town said.

Electric Car Engulfed In Flames At Provincetown CVS

An electric car burst into flames at the CVS Pharmacy parking lot off Upper Standish Street, fire officials said. Police said the first started shortly after 11 a.m. Thursday.

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