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🌱 Patch AM: How Foxborough is getting medically ready for seven massive World Cup matches

And check out The LiveARTS String Quartet In Concert! on the Foxborough Patch calendar

Friday May 15th Patch AM

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In today's newsletter:

  • How Foxborough is getting medically ready for seven massive World Cup matches
  • How a Norwood Hospital petition could reshape care for Foxborough residents

Also on today's calendar: The LiveARTS String Quartet In Concert! and 9 more events.

Today's riddle: Why did the boss deny a raise to the can of paint? 🤔 (Answer below!)


Weather forecast:

  • Friday: Cloudy, showers around; cool, with a high of 56 and low of 45 degrees.
  • Saturday: Mostly sunny and pleasant, temps: high: 77, low: 57.
  • Sunday: Mostly sunny and warmer, with a high of 86 and low of 52 degrees. 🌶 Hot!

📰 News we're reading

• How World Cup organizers are preparing for any possible health challenges (nbcboston.com) — Foxborough is gearing up to host seven World Cup matches this summer, and state health officials are activating emergency plans to keep fans safe. Massachusetts agencies are coordinating with New Jersey and local organizers to monitor illnesses, encourage COVID vaccination, and promote basic precautions so visitors and residents can enjoy the games at Boston Stadium in Foxborough with minimal health disruptions.    

• Online petition pushing State taking of Norwood Hospital (norwoodrecord.com) — Foxborough is one of 12 towns whose residents are pushing an online petition urging Massachusetts lawmakers to seize the shuttered Norwood Hospital property through eminent domain and restart local hospital services. Former CEO Michael Connors hopes thousands of signatures will pressure the legislature and governor to act before the current session ends July 31, keeping regional healthcare access from stalling out again.    


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Norfolk

  • Bring your own booze? Norfolk mulls new alcohol policy for outdoor events (thespec.com)

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-- The Patch AM Team

P.S. The answer to today's riddle: Because he didn't apply himself. (Thank you Rita S. for sending it in!)Got a good riddle for PatchAM? Submit it here!


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