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Hello Belmont! Stay connected with the latest updates from around town. Let's dive in! ☕️️

In today's newsletter:

  • How did Belmont let a crucial Middlesex League lead slip away?

Also on today's calendar: Arlington Electronics Recycling Event ♻️ and 9 more events.

Today's riddle: Why did the cookie go to the hospital? 🤔 (Answer below!)

Weather forecast:

  • Friday: Sunshine, with a high of 68 and low of 45 degrees.
  • Saturday: Sun through high clouds, temps: high: 64, low: 45.
  • Sunday: Sun through high clouds, with a high of 63 and low of 53 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

• 7 standouts from Lexington's comeback win over Belmont (soccerjournal.com) — Belmont High's girls soccer team dropped a tight 2–1 Middlesex League match at Lexington after scoring early but conceding twice in the second half. The loss, decided by two late goals from Lexington's Ava Myers, leaves Belmont at 7-2-0 but still firmly in league contention.
   

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What your neighbors are talking about on social media

  • Small deck replacement in Gloucester -- Looking to replace boards of small deck and ideally enlarge deck area.
    Currently 5'x10.5'. Desired size 5-6'x12'. Structure intact, no repairs needed. Composite boards. Simple design: no railings or picture framing… (Nextdoor Belmont Precinct 1)
  • LOST CAT IN LEXINGTON: I'm not the owner but am posting for someone not on Nextdoor.
    Cheddar escaped from his house on Field Road, near Barberry Road, in Lexington over one week ago. Please DM me with possible sightings. (Nextdoor Belmont Trapelo)
  • Ruth's Chris Steak House posted a job opening for Server in Waltham. Apply here.
  • Earl Enterprises posted a job opening for Bertucci's-Dishwasher in Waltham. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Belmont here.

🗞 Nearby News

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  • Federated Hermes and Donahue Family Reveal 8.04% Stake in EyePoint as of September 30, 2026 (kalkinemedia.com)

Waltham

  • Project Coordinator - Apexon - Waltham, MA, US (dice.com)

Cambridge

  • 2nd Shooting In 2 Days Takes Place In Cambridge (patch.com)

Ok Belmont! So now you're in the loop about what's happening today. Thanks for reading, and see you in your inbox next time! Oh -- and if you like what you're reading, invite a friend to Patch AM!

-- The Patch AM Team

P.S. The answer to today's riddle: "Why did the cookie go to the hospital?" — Because he felt crummy. (Thank you Sanda J. for sending it in!)
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