Friday: Cloudy; p.m. rain, breezy, with a high of 66 and low of 55 degrees.
Saturday: Breezy with rain, temps: high: 61, low: 55.
Sunday: Windy with periods of rain, with a high of 61 and low of 54 degrees.
📰 News we're reading
• Safety Concerns Delay Arlington Park Playground Opening (patch.com) — Families who have been eagerly awaiting the new Menotomy Rocks Park playground in Arlington will have to wait several more weeks after a certified inspector flagged potential defects in some equipment. Town officials say they are working with contractors and the manufacturer to fix the issues and will release a revised timeline, emphasizing that safety and accessibility come before opening the popular play space.
• Volleyball Recap: Make It Four in a Row for Reading Memorial (maxpreps.com) — Arlington volleyball fans will want to know their team recently fell 3-0 to undefeated Reading Memorial in a match played on September 22. The recap highlights Reading's dominant stretch, including their sweep of Watertown and strong serving and defense from key players. It also notes Watertown's struggles and quick rebound with a win over Stoneham.
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