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Hello again Newton! We're bringing you the latest town highlights. Don't miss out, keep going! ☕️️

In today's newsletter:

  • How a late-start Newton North wrestler became best in Massachusetts
  • How real is the wildfire threat in Newton's woods this summer?

Also on today's calendar: Shabbat on the Beach at the Wayland Town Beach and 9 more events.

Today's riddle: What do evil hens lay? 🤔 (Answer below!)

Weather forecast:

  • Wednesday: Fog in the morning, with a high of 87 and low of 66 degrees. 🌶 Hot!
  • Thursday: Chance of a p.m. shower, temps: high: 86, low: 60.
  • Friday: Partly sunny and nice, with a high of 81 and low of 60 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

• Newton North's Maddie Ngo is 'Mass. Public School Female Wrestler of the Year' (figcitynews.com) — A Newton North High School senior, Maddie Ngo, has become the school's first female wrestling recruit and was named Massachusetts Public School Female Wrestler of the Year after winning state and New England titles. Starting wrestling only as a sophomore, she rose to team captain, compiled a winning record against boys, and will now wrestle for Columbia University as its women's program moves toward Division I status.
   

• Dry summer increases wildfire risk in Newton's wooded areas (figcitynews.com) — With 2026 among Middlesex County's driest years, experts warn that Newton's woods, including Webster Woods and areas along the Cochituate Aqueduct, face elevated wildfire risk. Local and state officials explain how dry fuels, human behavior, and climate change increase danger, while Newton Fire Department details its specialized equipment, mutual-aid plans, and reminders about safe outdoor burning and cigarette disposal.
   

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🗞 Nearby News

Watertown

  • Gathering in Watertown Square Remembers Victims of Hiroshima, Nagasaki Atomic Bombs (watertownmanews.com)
  • Bud's Goods Assistant General Manager - Cannabis in Watertown, MA (masslive.com)
  • Ethos Cannabis Fulfillment Specialist, MA in Watertown, MA (masslive.com)

Waltham

  • Celtic music duo will perform at historic Gore Place in Waltham MA (wickedlocal.com)

Ok Newton! 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: Deviled eggs (Thank you Karla H. for sending it in!)
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