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Monday, December 31, 2012

WANTED: Donut Purchase Turns Into Robbery

A robbery on Route 140 in Foxborough is the subject of today's "Wanted."

Information is courtesy of MassMostWanted.com. If you have any information regarding the case, contact your local police department. Robbery - Case No. 120696 December 11, 2012 Foxborough : Dunkin Dounts 30 Commercial Street Case Details: A white male, approximately 5 foot 7 inches tall, medium build, brown hair, late 30s to early 40s, entered the Dunkin Dounts on Route 140 in Foxborough on Dec. 11, 2012, and approached the counter asking for a donut. The suspect then lunged at register as clerk was ringing up item and wrestled money away from the clerk. Suspect then left the store on foot and was seen running to a nearby gas station and leaving the scene in a white pick-up truck. Any information about the identity of suspect or …

Monday, September 10, 2012

VIDEO: Trader Joe’s Celebrates Grand Opening in Foxborough

Trader Joe's at Patriot Place in Foxborough opened its doors to hundreds of customers Friday morning. Watch the video below for a look inside the neighborhood grocery store.

With a long line of customers waiting outside Trader Joe's doors in Foxborough Friday morning, Chris Maguire, the grocery store chain's Regional Vice President, excited the crowd the following message: "This is your Trader Joe's Foxborough," Maguire said. And it truly is. The decor incorporated throughout the 16,000 square foot grocery store touches on local landmarks like Town Hall and community pride like the New England Patriots and Gillette Stadium. Hundreds of customers enjoyed the store's opening Friday morning - loading up carriages with some of their favorite foods trademarked by the neighborhood grocery store. Dave Ford, Captain (store manager) of Trader Joe's at 350 Patriot Place in Foxborough thanked the crowd for coming out to …

Sunday, August 26, 2012

Regional Roundup: Election Candidates Visit, Woman Laying in the Road, and Combating Drug Abuse

A look at the top headlines around the Medfield area for the week of August 19-26.

UPDATE: Stoughton Man Injured in Motorcycle Crash on I-95 in Westwood Daniel Timmons, a 39-year-old man from Stoughton, was driving a 2002 Honda motorcycle traveling southbound on Route 95/Route 128 at Route 1 in Westwood when he lost control of his motorcycle and crashed off the shoulder of the roadway. The accident occurred at 4 p.m. on Monday, August 20. Read more by clicking here. **** Presidential Candidate Mitt Romney Visits Sherborn On Thursday, August 16th, 2012, U.S. Presidential Candidate Mitt Romney and his wife Ann Romney visited Sherborn. Read more by clicking here. **** Norwood Police Department Releases Strategy for Combating Drug Abuse The Norwood Police Department, led by Chief William G. Brooks III, this week released a …

Tuesday, August 21, 2012

Question of the Day

POLL: Does Tom Brady Have to Play for You to Attend a Game?

Tom Brady didn't play with the team last night. Is that okay with you if you've paid to see the team play?

  Every football player doesn't play every football game.   If you were thinking about attending a New England Patriots game and knew Tom Brady wouldn't be playing, would you still attend the game? Take our poll and let us know. Have more to say? Has that happened to you? Were you at Gillette Stadium last night? If so, did you miss Brady?  Tell us in the comment section below.  

Sunday, January 29, 2012

VIDEO: Thousands of Fans Rally to Send Patriots off to Super Bowl XLVI

The New England Patriots held a Super Bowl XLVI rally inside Gillette Stadium Sunday before departing for Indianapolis, where they will play the New York Giants on Feb. 5.

UPDATE (7 p.m., Jan. 29): The Associated Press reported "roughly 25,000" fans were in attendance at Sunday's rally. Gil Santos of 98.5 the Sports Hub and MC at Sunday's rally had reported an estimated 15,000 in attendance. FOXBOROUGH – Roughly 15,000 fans from all over New England gathered inside Gillette Stadium Sunday to send the Patriots off to Indianapolis for Super Bowl XLVI. Patriots owner Robert Kraft and the New England Patriots organization made the event free to the public and gave players and coaches an opportunity to address Patriots Nation before leaving town on "business." Perhaps different from other Super Bowl trips in recent years – five in the last 11 years to be exact – the Patriots appear to have a renewed sense of …

Saturday, October 22, 2011

Good Bargains At Local Yard Sales

The following is a list of local yard sales in the area this weekend.

Every week, Patch publishes yard sales for free. If you are having a yard sale, send the details to michaelh@patch.com by Friday at noon. Saturday, Oct. 22 - Sunday, Oct. 23 Saturday, Oct. 22 (The deadline for submitting yard sales is Fridays at noon.)

Tuesday, September 13, 2011

PatchCast: Patriots, Town Management Survey and Irene Response

Your region roundup of news for Tuesday, Sept. 13.

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Thursday, September 8, 2011

Get Out!

Weekend Planner: Sept. 9-11

Annual fair, 9/11 ceremonies and the great outdoors on the calendar this weekend.

The weekend is just around the corner. If the only plans you have are not to stay home because lounging on the couch and watching TV just don’t cut it anymore, then don't worry, Medfield Patch is here to assist you! Check out our list of suggestions of events to attend, places to go, sites to see – all within driving distance of home.  1. Annual Dover Fair Where/When: Dover Town House, 5 Springdale Ave, Dover; Saturday, Sept. 10, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Why Go: The Dover Parks & Recreation Department will once again host the annual Dover Days Fair Saturday beginning at 9 a.m. on the Dover Town Common. This 32-year-old-plus tradition promises a full day of fun for families of all ages. There will also be a 5K Pumpkin Ride Race, planned activities …

Thursday, August 11, 2011

Get Out!

Weekend Planner: Aug. 12-14

Eric Johnson concert, a farm stand and a 300-minute motorcycle ride are on the calendar this weekend.

The weekend is just around the corner. If the only plans you have are not to stay home because lounging on the couch and watching TV just don’t cut it anymore, then don't worry, Medfield Patch is here to assist you! Check out our list of suggestions of events to attend, places to go, sites to see – all within driving distance of home.  1. Eric Johnson at Showcase Live Where/When: 23 Patriot Pl, Foxborough (Showcase Live); Friday, Aug. 12, 7:30 p.m. Why Go: Highly respected and renowned guitarist, Eric Johnson, will perform at Showcase Live with special guests Moreland and Arbuckle.  Doors open at 6 p.m. for 7:30 p.m. showtime. Limited seating available. Seating is first come, first seated basis, so be sure to arrive early for best seats …

Tuesday, August 9, 2011

Daily PatchCast

PatchCast: Kanye and Jay-Z Rap, Cradles to Crayons and Heroin Bust

Your region roundup of news for Tuesday, Aug. 9.

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