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Kraft Punts On Prostitution Case Deal, Wants Trial: Patch PM

Top Massachusetts news: cat named "Booze" escapes Belmont fire; Cape Cod police officers earn medal for heroics; more.

Robert Kraft was charged with two counts of soliciting prostitution at the Asia Day Spa in Jupiter, Fla.
Robert Kraft was charged with two counts of soliciting prostitution at the Asia Day Spa in Jupiter, Fla. (Elsa/Getty Images)

Welcome to Friday's Patch PM. These were the top headlines from the Massachusetts Patch network today:

Kraft Punts On Prostitution Case Deal, Wants Trial

Robert Kraft reportedly rejected a plea deal after he was charged with paying for sex acts at a Florida spa.

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Cat 'Booze,' Owner Escape House Fire

The second floor of the house above the back porch collapsed amid the heavy fire.

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The scene of a tw0-alarm house fire in Belmont, April 5, 2019. (Credit: Maz)
"Booze," the cat that survived a fire at his Belmont residence. (Bryant Jenkins)

MetroWest Protesters Demand Mueller Report Release

People from Framingham and neighboring communities gathered to protest Attorney General William Barr not releasing the Mueller report.

One of the protesters at the Framingham rally. (Credit: Samantha Mercado)

Barnstable Council Awards Medals Of Valor To 6 Officers

The council also recognized Barnstable officers who were on duty the night of April 12, 2018, when Yarmouth officer Sean Gannon was killed.

(Town of Barnstable)

Walpole Man Caught After Attacking Mother With Meat Tenderizer: PD

The manhunt for Ian Crowley is over, Walpole police announced Friday.

Ian Crowley after his arrest. (Walpole Police Department)

What's In A Name? Melrose Board Could Find Out

Melrose is the only community in the state with a Board of Aldermen, but a shift to the more gender-neutral city council will be discussed.

Chris Evans Films In Worcester; Out Of Sight Of Fans

The Captain America Star was filming a scene for a new mini series "Defending Jacob" on Suffolk Street.

King Philip Teacher Reinstated, No Inappropriate Conduct Found

According to Superintendent Zinni, the district conducted an investigation, but concluded no inappropriate conduct with a student happened.

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