Firefighters Brave Icy Pond To Rescue Canine: Patch PM

SHREWSBURY, MA — Welcome to the weekend, which will bring single-digit wind chills to parts of the state west of I-95 on Saturday, according to the National Weather Service.

But that's nothing compared to the cold several Shrewsbury firefighters experienced on Friday.

The firefighters were called to Flint Pond Friday morning after a dog fell through the ice. Firefighters took a boat out on the water to reach the dog, but at least one had to get into the water to pull the canine to safety. Check out photos of the frigid rescue.

Here's what else happened around the region:

UK Coronavirus Strain Appears In Worcester County

The person who tested positive for the B.1.1.7 strain had traveled over the holidays, Worcester health officials said.

Framingham Counts 200th Coronavirus Death

Framingham hit 200 coronavirus deaths on Friday after four more city residents succumbed to the disease.

Belmont 'Not Immune' From Racial Violence: Henry Tapia Vigil

Hundreds of people packed Cushing Square to commemorate Henry Tapia and stand against racial violence.

New Westborough Bake Shop Offers Warm Winter Treats

Swanski's Bakeshop has everything from morning bagels to lemon curd and cannoli tarts.

Sudbury's Farmer's Daughter Hosting Weekend Popups Before Opening

A full opening is still in the future, but the new restaurant is previewing its brunch for local diners.

Worcester Couple Illegally Took Pandemic Stimulus Loans: Feds

The couple applied for CARES Act business loans for companies that don't exist, according U.S. Postal Service inspectors.